This Family owned,
Self Catering Nkala Safari Lodge is the perfect escape to relax in the
African bush. We are a short 35 min drive from Sun City or 2 hr drive
from Lanseria
Airport. Nkala is situated in the Big
5, Malaria free, Black Rhino Game Reserve and forms part
of the 55 0003hectare Pilanesberg National Park.
The lodge was named Nkala (Mongoose in the Xitsonga language) after the
first animal the owner’s children saw on their game drive at
our lodge. View the Big 5 in their natural
habitat as well as South Africa’s other rare species in the
comfort of your own
Exclusive Use Self
Catering Lodge.
The perfect family and friend’s getaway, Nkala lodge is child friendly and
encompasses 5 free standing en3suite luxury suites and 1 standard room
with a maximum occupancy of 12 guests.
The Accommodation comprises of 3 x Luxury Suites, 1 x Luxury Family
Suite (1 suite and 1 bedroom interleading), 1 x Honeymoon Suite all
included in the Exclusive Use lodge rates.
Game drives are included in your stay and conducted with a professional
guide in your private 4 x 4 Safari Vehicle on the exclusive Black Rhino
Game Reserve. Nkala Lodge is
privileged to have traversing rights to the whole Pilanesberg National
Park allowing the Big 5 and other endangered species such as African
Wild Dog, Cheetah and Black Rhino to roam free.
Note: A maximum of 10 guests allowed on the vehicle during game drives
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Rates
Activities
Direction
Luxury Suites
Important Info
The Lodge
Nkala Terms
Rates inclusive of 15% VAT
• South African Rand • Subject to availability
Description
- Sleeps 12
1
Jan to 31 Dec 2022
Entire Lodge midweek rate per night Sundays-Thursdays (
LOW)
R18
500
Entire Lodge Fridays,Saturday’s, public
holidays,School holidays & long weekends (PEAK)
R23
500
Please Note:The Rate is per night for the whole lodge
Look at our Special Offers for SA Residents under our special offers
section!
ACTIVITIES IN THE AREA
Available by prior arrangement with Nkala, at an additional charge. Please enquire when booking
Guided morning bush walks
Golf at the nearby championship Gary Player and Lost City golf courses
Hot-air balloon flights over Pilanesberg
Mountain Biking
Sun City Day Trips
Outing to Predator world
GAME DRIVES
Indulge in the luxury of having the lodge to yourself and your guests as our professional game ranger guides you through one of the richest diversities of fauna and flora in Africa. Game drive starting times are flexible as you have use of a private safari vehicle.
Game drives are conducted in a 4 x 4 Safari vehicle on the 2000 hectare Black Rhino Game Reserve, which is open to the 55 000 hectare Pilanesberg National Park allowing the Big 5 and other endangered species such as African Wild Dog, Cheetah and Black Rhino to roam free.
Note: Maximum capacity on the vehicle is 10 guests.
GPS Co-ordinates:
S25 deg. 10.54’
E26 deg. 57.21’
When using a GPS for directions, please use Sun City as a “via” point.
From Johannesburg take the R512 past Hartebeespoort Dam and exit onto the N4 toll road to Rustenburg.
From Pretoria take the N1 North and exit onto the N4 towards Rustenburg.
Travel along the N4, then take the R556 (Sun City/Pilanesberg National Park) exit.
Turn right at the stop onto the R556,and continue on towards Sun City.
Pass the Sun City gate and then Sun Village Shopping Centre(both on the right).
At the four way stop, turn right onto the R565 Derdepoot road.
Continue on for approx 27km-the Entrance of Black Rhino Game Reserve is on the right.
Self Catering Suites
LION HONEYMOON SUITE Unit size: 70 sqm
MASTER BEDROOM
King Size Bed
Egyptian Cotton Sheets
Air Conditioning
Electric Blankets
Vanity Desk
International plugs & USB points
Dressing room
Safe
Outside deck
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
Freestanding bath
Double shower
Double basins
Outside shower
Bathroom amenities
Separate toilet
LOUNGE
Separate lounge
Air Conditioning
Separate guest toilet
Full kitchenette including Nespresso machine, kettle, toaster, microwave
Bar Fridge
TV with DSTV
Outside Deck
ELEPHANT SUITE Unit size: 60 sqm
BEDROOM & LOUNGE
King Size Bed (or Twin Beds)
Egyptian Cotton Sheets
Sleeper Couch (3/4 size)
Electric Blankets
Air Conditioning
Desk
International plugs & USB points
Coffee & Tea Station
Nespresso Machine
Bar Fridge
Safe
Outside deck
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
Freestanding bath
Double shower
Double basins
Outside shower
Separate Toilet
Bathroom amenities
LEOPARD SUITE Unit size: 60 sqm The Leopard Suite has an interleading room attached (Cub Room) that makes up the Family Suite.
BEDROOM & LOUNGE
King Size Bed (or Twin Beds)
Egyptian Cotton Sheets
Sleeper Couch (3/4 size)
Electric Blankets
Air Conditioning
Desk
International plugs & USB points
Coffee & Tea Station
Nespresso Machine
Bar Fridge
Safe
Outside deck
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
Freestanding bath
Double shower
Double basins
Outside shower
Separate Toilet
Bathroom amenities
CUB ROOM Unit size: 25 sqm The Cub Room is interleading with the Leopard Suite, this makes up the Family Suite
BEDROOM
Twin Beds
Egyptian Cotton Sheets
Electric Blankets
Air Conditioning
Tea & Coffee Station
Bar Fridge
International plugs & USB points
Outside deck
Cot & compactum available
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
Shower
Basin
Toilet
Bathroom amenities
RHINO SUITE Unit size: 60 sqm
BEDROOM & LOUNGE
King Size Bed (or Twin Beds)
Egyptian Cotton Sheets
Sleeper Couch (3/4 size)
Electric Blankets
Air Conditioning
Desk
International plugs & USB points
Coffee & Tea Station
Nespresso Machine
Bar Fridge
Safe
Outside deck
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
Freestanding bath
Double shower
Double basins
Outside shower
Separate Toilet
Bathroom amenities
BUFFALO SUITE Unit size: 60 sqm
BEDROOM & LOUNGE
King Size Bed (or Twin Beds)
Egyptian Cotton Sheets
Sleeper Couch (3/4 size)
Electric Blankets
Air Conditioning
Desk
International plugs & USB points
Coffee & Tea Station
Nespresso Machine
Bar Fridge
Safe
Outside deck
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
Freestanding bath
Double shower
Double basins
Outside shower
Separate Toilet
Bathroom amenities
Lodge Layout
BIGGER GROUPS
Nkala has a Sister Lodge (Ntamba) situated right next door and
connected by a footpath. For bigger groups these two lodges can be
booked out together.
Important Info
Self Catering Lodge
Entire Lodge to be booked as one unit. (Exclusive use)
3 x Luxury Suites, 1 x Luxury Family Suite (2 rooms), 1 x
Honeymoon Suite
Located in the private Black Rhino Game Reserve
Free roaming Big 5 Game Reserve
Malaria Free Area
Maximum of 12 adults(Max 16 including chidren)
Children under 10 years are not counted toward the 12
guests
maximum
Child Friendly Lodge: please enquire re cot &
amenities
Outdoor Jungle Gym/Play Area for Children
Children allowed on Game Drives at the Game Ranger's
discretion (no minimum age)
Minimum 2 nights stay
Supermarkets en route to the lodge are located at Waterfall
Mall, Rustenburg or Village Mall, Hartebeespoort
Please note we are a Self3Catering Lodge and no food/meals
are provided.
Groceries for your stay can be bought on the way at
Hartebeespoort Dam or Rustenburg
Waterfall Mall (Checkers and Woolworths). Alternately, pop
into Jasmyn, the large and very well3stocked farm store with the
windmill, on the left as you enter Hartebeespoort.
The nearest small Supermarket is 35 min away
We do have a prep chef
available to help you prepare your meals or do it for you with the
groceries,menu or guidance you provide.This will be
an additional R300
per meal service charge.
Instant coffee, tea & milk are complimentary in the
suites
Nespresso & Dolce Gusto machines as well as
plungers
are available. Please bring your own pods and ground coffee.
Small tuck shop located at the main gate (10 min away) if
you
forget any essentials
Maximum of 10 guests allowed on Game Vehicle at any time.
Each person including children to be on their own seat
Game drives conducted by a qualified Game Ranger
No self-driving allowed
Maximum of 2 x game drives per day (2.5 hours each)
Game Ranger lives on the premises and has first aid and
emergency training
Situated in a node with non3intrusive electrified fencing
to
keep guests safe, however some animals cannot be kept out
Exercise or walking to be done on main roads and in
daylight
hours within the node
Limited cell coverage at the Lodge
Complimentary WIFI (Please note that due to our location,
WIFI cannot be guaranteed as signal can be intermittent)
TV Lounge with 55' Flat screen and DSTV (Full Bouquet)
MAIN LODGE AREA
A fully equipped Open Plan Kitchen & Scullery
Dining Area
TV lounge
Bar
Outdoor Boma with braai (bbq)
Outside undercover lounge and dining area with gas braai
Swimming pool (with safety net)
VIEWING DECK
Spend a lazy afternoon or self-indulgent morning relaxing on our Viewing Deck, whilst keeping an eye out for one of the elusive Big 5 coming to quench their thirst. The Viewing Deck is also a treat for avid birders, as we are often visited by a myriad of the 300 bird species found in the area.
The viewing deck is an easily accessible 70 meters from the Main Lodge.
JUNGLE GYM
Situated in an enclosed Boma 30 meters away from the Main Lodge, the Jungle Gym provides the perfect space for the little ones to enjoy themselves in the comfort of their own special place.
RATES INCLUDE
Self Catering Accommodation for 12 Adults in 5 suites
(Entire Lodge)
2 x 2.5 hr Guided game drives per day on a Private Safari
Vehicle
All daily park conservation fees
Tea & Coffee in rooms
Complimentary Wifi
Daily housekeeping
3 x Bags of firewood per day (incl. firelighters)
Applicable VAT
RATES EXCLUDE
All food and drinks
Chef Service
Staff Tips
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Self-Catering Lodge
Entire Lodge to be booked as one unit. (Exclusive use)
3 x Luxury Suites, 1 x Luxury Family Suite (2 rooms), 1 x
Honeymoon Suite
Located in the private Black Rhino Game Reserve
Free roaming Big 5 Game Reserve
Malaria Free Area
Maximum of 12 guests
Children under 10 yrs are not counted toward the 12 guest
maximum
Child Friendly Lodge: please enquire re cot &
amenities
Outdoor Jungle Gym/Play Area
Children allowed on Game Drives at the Game Ranger's
discretion (no minimum age)
Minimum 2 nights stay
Supermarkets en route to the lodge are located at Waterfall
Mall, Rustenburg or Village Mall, Hartebeespoort
Please note we are a Self Catering Lodge and no food/meals
are provided. The nearest small Supermarket is 35 min away
A Prep Chef is available on request. He can
assist in preparing meals with the groceries that you
provide. We charge an additional R300 per meal for this
service. (subject to availability)
We can also put you in touch with a Chef who can provide
all groceries and meals and a detailed menu to suit you
taste.
Nespresso & Dolce Gusto machines as well as
plungers are available. Please bring your own pods and ground
coffee.
Instant coffee, tea & milk are complimentary in the
suites
Small tuck shop located at the main gate (10 min away) if
you forget any essentials
Maximum of 10 guests allowed on Game Vehicle at any
time. Each person including children to be on their own seat.
Game drives conducted by a qualified Game Ranger
Maximum of 2 x game drives per day (2.5 hours each)
No self driving allowed
Game Ranger lives on the premises and has first aid and
emergency training
Situated in a node with non‐intrusive electrified fencing
to keep guests safe, however some animals cannot be kept out
Exercise or walking to be done on main roads and in
daylight hours within the node
Limited cell coverage at the Lodge
Complimentary Wifi (Please note that due to our location,
Wifi cannot be guaranteed as signal can be intermittent)
TV Lounge with 55' Flat screen and DSTV (Full Bouquet)
BIGGER GROUPS
Ntamba has a Sister Lodge (Nkala) situated right next door
and connected by a footpath. For bigger groups these two lodges can be
booked out together.
DEPOSIT POLICY For all bookings made
within 30 days of travel
Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking. This payment
can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).
For all bookings made
more than 30 days of travel
A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the
balance 30 days prior to arrival. This payment can be made via bank
transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 7 days before check in and get a 50% refund,
minus service fees.
Cancel within 7 days of your trip and the reservation is
non-refundable.
A 10% admin fee will be retained for cancellations made
after the card has been charged
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Business Hours:
Mon - Fri (09:00 - 17:00)
Sat (09:00 - 13:00)
Time Zone: UTC/GMT +2 hours
Why Book With Us ?
• Personal interaction • High calibre Lodges • Stay in control of your booking • Best special deals by far • Secure payment process (SSL) • South African based • Superior knowledge • Expert advice • No booking fees
What sets us Apart !
• MALARIA FREE • Ideal for family or group breakaways • Wealth of fauna and flora • “Big 5” game viewing • Over 350 bird species • Easy road and air access