Nkala Safari Lodge
5* Luxury Game Lodge in the Black Rhino Game Reserve next to the Pilanesberg National Park
This Family owned,
Self Catering 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 55 000 hectare 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
The Nkala lodge is an Exclusive Self Catering Lodge and it is rented out as a whole lodge. This means that you get the entire lodge for yourself.
Included in the package is 2 x 2.5 hr Guided game drives per day on a Private Safari Vehicle. Maximum number of adults is 12. Maximum number of children under 10 is 4.
The perfect family and friend’s getaway, Nkala lodge is child friendly and encompasses 5 free standing en suite luxury suites and 1 standard room with a maximum occupancy of 12 guests.
The Accommodation comprises 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.
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
The Nkala lodge is an Exclusive Self Catering Lodge and it is rented out as a whole lodge. This means that you get the entire lodge for yourself.
Included in the package is 2 x 2.5 hr Guided game drives per day on a Private Safari Vehicle. Maximum number of adults is 12. Maximum number of children under 10 is 4.
The perfect family and friend’s getaway, Nkala lodge is child friendly and encompasses 5 free standing en suite luxury suites and 1 standard room with a maximum occupancy of 12 guests.
The Accommodation comprises 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.
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Nkala Terms
| Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rand • Subject to availability | |
| Description - Sleeps 12 Adults | 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2023 |
| Entire Lodge midweek rate per night Sundays-Thursdays ( LOW) | R20 000 |
| Entire Lodge weekend rate per night Fridays-Saturday’s (PEAK) | R25 500 |
| Entire Lodge Fridays,Saturday’s, SA Public Holidays,School Holidays & Long Weekends (PEAK) | R25 500 |
| Description - Sleeps 12 Adults | 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 |
| Entire Lodge midweek rate per night Sundays-Thursdays ( LOW) | R21 500 |
| Entire Lodge weekend rate per night Fridays-Saturday’s (PEAK) | R27 000 |
| Entire Lodge Fridays,Saturday’s, SA Public Holidays,School Holidays & Long Weekends (PEAK) | R27 000 |
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 |
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| ELEPHANT SUITE Unit size: 60 sqm |
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| LEOPARD SUITE Unit size: 60 sqm The Leopard Suite has an interleading room attached (Cub Room) that makes up the Family Suite. |
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| RHINO SUITE Unit size: 60 sqm |
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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
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:
- 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
- All food and drinks
- Chef Service
- Staff Tips
- 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)
- 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.
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:
- If cancelling 7 days OR less before arrival, you forfeit 100% of the booking total
- If cancelling 14 days OR less before arrival , forfeit 50% of the booking total
- If cancelling 21 days or less before arrival , forfeit 25% of total booking
- If cancelling 30 days or less before arrival, forfeit 20% of total booking
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