While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a TV and an espresso maker. Other amenities include premium bedding, a Select Comfort bed, down comforters, and laundry facilities.
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Amenities
Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:30 pm; check-in end time: 8:00 pm contactless check-in available late check-in fee: zar 400 for check-in between 8:00 pm and midnight late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property. all guests older than 8 are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
Fee for full breakfast: approximately zar 255 per person airport shuttle fee: zar 690 per person (one-way) late check-in fee: zar 400 for check-in between 8:00 pm and midnight hosted evening meal: zar 325 firewood fee: zar 40 per day the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts credit cards and cash this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Reviews
Ari
Jul 17, 2025 11:59:50 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Staff is phenomenal!
Beautiful property with great river views with awesome wildlife sightings.
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Reviews
Ari
Jul 17, 2025 11:59:50 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Staff is phenomenal!
Beautiful property with great river views with awesome wildlife sightings.
Jacob
Jun 19, 2025 11:38:09 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: This is one of the best places I have ever stayed. Every aspect of it is top notch, from the food and accomodation to the incredible location and staff.
Recommend to everybody.
Diane
Dec 6, 2023 11:43:37 AM
Review Score:
5
Summary: The location is wonderful with game regularly visiting the river from the Kruger opposite. When we arrived, about a dozen elephant were wading across and hippo were wallowing. The rooms each have their own private terraces where fires are lit each night, and open up into a lovely common area where birds and the 3 incumbent nyala are encouraged. Meals are served on your terrace, ask if you want tea or coffee delivered with breakfast rather than make your own from the room tray. Rooms are comfortable, it's about 15min drive to Melelane gate.
Ian
Aug 3, 2023 07:21:06 PM
Review Score:
5
Summary: We stayed at Kambuka 30th July for 3 Nights celebrating our 30 year anniversary and can honestly say this Lodge is worth every one of its 5 Stars - its Pure Luxury.
The Location, service, food, staff, rooms and grounds are Truly Exceptional.
The WOW factor you get as you enter the lodge is one that will remain with us for years to come, Likewise the room is probably the best room we have ever stayed in.
We also went on a game drive in Kruger with Elvis 'The Driver' and again this exceeded all our expectations
The elephants, crocodiles and Hippos were regular visitors to Kambuka Lodge - Literally came up to the lodges viewing platform and this is a sight to behold.
That personal touch you receive from all staff is one that sets this lodge aside from others
Honestly this lodge is wonderful and one we will absolutely be returning to.
You have to see this Lodge to believe luxury of this quality exists
Thank you so much Kambuka for a wonderful stay
Ian and Katrina - UK
Keith
Jun 7, 2023 03:45:09 AM
Review Score:
5
Summary: Excellent facility with best in class service.
Johan
Jun 2, 2021 02:21:50 AM
Review Score:
4
Summary: It was Great!
We’ve booked the self catering facility
However, i think it needs to be clearer that you can have full board as well..even in the self catering unit
At the price charged , i would expect a stocked fridge....
No questipon asked....
Patrick
Feb 15, 2021 05:28:25 PM
Review Score:
5
Summary: My stay was excellent. Friendly staff and very clean place with an excellent view overlooking our room.
Kurt
Mar 11, 2020 04:27:10 AM
Review Score:
5
Summary: A really beautiful place. We felt very welcome from the first minute. Breakfast and dinner are served on your own terrace. Everything tasted great. The fire in the fire bowl made the dinner very atmospheric. Unfortunately we didn't have time to go on a safari. We would love to come back.
Mar 9, 2020 02:38:59 PM
Review Score:
5
Summary: Absolutely fantastic. A beautifully designed, maintained and serviced property on the banks of the Crocodile River, running along the southern boundary of the stunning Kruger National Park.
Leanne and her delightful team provide a first class service, complete tranquility and privacy. Food served in your private residence is delicious and plentiful, rooms and grounds are immaculate.
We spent 2 nights here and one day lounging in our private pool, watching buffalo, hippo, deer and unidentified animals drinking and playing in the river all day.
A truly fantastic place that I recommend without hesitation.
Mar 3, 2020 01:08:17 AM
Review Score:
5
Summary: It was a treat to stay at Kambaku River Lodge. The ritual for breakfast and dinner is very special, with food arriving to the beat of a drum, a fire pit blazing and a lantern lit table, on your patio. The food was excellent and the fillet steak to die for...melt in your mouth.
We were lucky to see hippos in the river and another day a herd of elephants. We also spotted a buffalo, kudu and a family of warthogs as well as the usual herd of impalas that graze each day. The viewing platforms are terrific, with comfortable camp chairs and umbrella. Safaris into Kruger National Park are available if you wish to venture further than this piece of paradise. Bird feeders on the lawn attract all sorts of colourful birds with characteristics to amaze. We had the honeymoon suite with its private dipping pool. The kitchen is well equipped. Beds very comfortable and luxurious.