Nkala Lodge

Description

Nkala Safari Lodge is the perfect family and friends getaway situated a mere 35 min drive from Sun City or 2 hr drive from Lanseria Airport. 

Located within the Big 5, Malaria free Black Rhino Game Reserve, this ultimate luxury self-catering safari lodge provides the perfect escape to relax in the African bush. Black Rhino Game Reserve forms part of the 55,000-hectare Pilanesberg National Park where you can 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.

Nkala lodge is a child friendly lodge and comprises of  5 free standing en-suite Luxury Suites, 3 Luxury Suites, 1 Luxury Family Suite and 1 Honeymoon Suite accommodating a maximum of 12 guests. The Luxury Suites all feature air-conditioning, a private deck, a sleeper couch, a tea and coffee station with a Nespresso machine, as well as a bar fridge. The luxury Suites all have an en-suite bathroom with a bath and both an indoor and outdoor shower.

The Luxury Family Suite consists a main bedroom with an inter-leading children’s bedroom. The main bedroom features the same amenities as the Luxury Suites. The children’s bedroom features air conditioning, a tea and coffee station, a private deck, a bar fridge and an en-suite bathroom with a shower.

The Honeymoon Suite is the most luxurious of all the Suites at Nkala Lodge. Featuring 2 private decks, an en-suite bathroom with a bath and both an indoor and outdoor shower, dressing room and air-conditioning. The Honeymoon Suite has a separate lounge with it’s own guest toilet, a fully equipped kitchenette with a Nespresso machine, a bar fridge and a TV.

The common area boasts a fully equipped open plan kitchen and scullery, a dining area, a TV lounge, a bar, an outdoor boma with braai, an outside undercover lounge and dining area with gas braai and a swimming pool to cool down and lounge around in between game drives.

Spend a lazy afternoon or self-indulgent morning relaxing at the Viewing Deck, a short 70 meter walk from the main lodge, 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.

To keep the children busy Nkala features a jungle gym located 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.

​​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 Cheetah and Black Rhino to roam free.

Experienced game rangers and a team of energetic hosts will welcome guests in their journey of discovery. Open vehicle safaris through this picturesque game reserve combined with moments of magic at the fireside whilst enjoying a starlit dinner will delight guests. A visit to this special corner of Africa will remain in many fond memories.

Activities in the area which are available by prior arrangement and at an additional charge include:

 – 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

* Please enquire when booking.