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Pondoro Game Lodge

840 reviews

#2 of 16 Specialty Lodging in Balule Nature Reserve

Balule Private Nature Reserve, Kruger National Park 1380, South Africa

011 27 87 550 9109

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Free Wifi

Free Parking

Breakfast included

Air Conditioning

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5 Star accommodation

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Set on the cool riverine banks of the Olifants River (largest in Kruger) in the 40 000 ha Big 5 Balule Private Game Reserve inside the greater Kruger National Park, Pondoro offers its visitors comfort, …More sophistication, elegance and a canvas on which to create a truly unforgettable African safari.In this small, very exclusive 16-bed lodge ( owner managed ) you will discover the only way to experience the African bush. In addition to luxurious accommodation and the caring attention from trained professionals, our visitors are lavished upon with international fare and humble African hospitality.Meals are an extraordinary culinary experience where Traditional African Cuisine fuse effortlessly with modern European trends.To compliment the food, select any of our fine wines from our extensive wine cellar. Vegetarians are specially catered for. All meals are served on a wooden deck high up in the tree canopy overlooking the Olifants River (weather permitting).Between game drives in open safari cruisers, nature walks and peaceful afternoon naps, enjoy a dip in the sparkling rock pool, a spot of sun bathing or browse through the library. The Pondoro bar is the ideal spot to quench your thirst and grab a snack. Less

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Free Parking

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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)

Room Service

Bar/Lounge

Spa

Breakfast included

Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room

Air Conditioning

Airport Transportation

Concierge

Dry Cleaning

Hot Tub

Laundry Service

Minibar

Multilingual Staff

Non-Smoking Hotel

Outdoor pool

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Certificate of Excellence

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US$769 - US$1 399 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)

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Pondoro Game Hotel Balule Private Game Reserve

Location

South Africa > Kruger National Park > Balule Nature Reserve

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Awards & Recognition

Certificate of Excellence

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Room types

Suites, Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms

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Price range

US$769 - US$1 399 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)

Also Known As

Pondoro Game Hotel Balule Private Game Reserve

Location

South Africa > Kruger National Park > Balule Nature Reserve

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Maci G

Did anyone book a Private Vehicle for the safari? Was it worth it, or is it better to join the included safaris?

3 September 2018|

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Pondoro's guides are excellent and I would just use them. Safaris are twice daily

IsabelOh

Has anyone who's stayed here done the Black Mamba Anti-Poaching Unit tour?

9 April 2018|

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We were signed up to do it, but there was a poaching that night so the event was cancelled.

sunni2014

HI There - I like your post. Can you tell me how you got to the resort? I am thinking about going to Cape town first - is this far away from there??

10 January 2018|

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Hi there, I'm glad you like my post. I flew from Cape Town to hoedspruit and the lodge came to pick us up at the airport (@ additional cost) Everything was super easy and smooth. Hope this helped.

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PenHL

Lisse, The Netherlands

Reviewed 4 days ago

We will return

We had a great time, lodge facilities were good, food was well prepared and game drives with excellent rangers were very good. The surrounding was divers as well as the animals we have seen. Directions to the lodge were very clear. We certainly will come...More

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LW1214

Nicholasville, Kentucky

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Reviewed 6 June 2018

Favorite lodge in all SA!

First came to Pondoro in 2010 ... have been back about every 2 years since. In the meantime we've been to many other game lodges. But Pondoro is by far and away our stand out, go to favorite! Liza and Robbie are such wonderful, gracious...More

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henk g

Wevelgem, Belgium

a wonderful experience

a fantastic overwelming experience. Lodge, staff, food, wildrit , ... everything was perfect.De whole staff was so friendly, helpfull, Just a pity that we didn't see the buffels, but we saw the other big 4 several times.It was the best part of our South-Africa trip.

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marymsd

Toronto, Canada

Reviewed 1 week ago

Incredible! Cant stop talking about it

We went here for our honeymoon! Prior to arriving to Pondoro we went to Capetown, following Pondoro we flew to Mauritius, and Pondoro was the best part of our trip! Especially when it came to the food and wine! Oh and service, i could go...More

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1_finicky_1

Northern Virginia

Cater to your needs

Pondora is a 1st class (photo) safari lodge. In general, the staff was excellent - caring, helpful, and professional, but fun.The kitchen staff went above and beyond. Not only did they make sure that my dietary restrictions were honored, but they mimicked what others were...More

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