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Reviewed 12 March 2017

I loved Jock Lodge. It has all the right ingredients for a great bush experience. The room was beautiful with a private plunge pool and day bed. The staff were very attentive and well-organised. The game drives were amazing and there were never too many people on the vehicle. I'm a native South African and I highly recommend it.

Date of stay: February 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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2  Thank bokie
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Reviewed 7 March 2017

We were not able to get in to the main lodge as it was fully booked, but instead managed to get a room at the smaller Fitzpatricks at Jocks, which is a 3 room lodge about a mile from the main lodge. There is a spa and bar at the main lodge, but you have to get a lift there and back as it was not safe to walk.

On arrival we were allocated a good sized double room which had a private patio overlooking the river bed. It was quite dark in the room and bathroom, but pleasant with a comfortable bed. There was a safe and a hair drier in the bedroom and a shaving socket in the bathroom which also had 2 wash basins and a lovely roll top bath. There was also a dressing area and large walk in shower with sliding glass doors to the patio. We were not overlooked so that was fine.

The two other rooms were occupied also whilst we were there and we spent most of our time with the other two couples, as we shared the Safari (jeep with 9 seats) morning and night as well as all meals, sitting at the same table served at the same time. We were not aware of how this would be before arrival, but fortunately the other two couples were lovely and good company, not sure what it would have been like otherwise. I think this lodge is usually used for bigger parties travelling together.

I enjoyed the food which was of a good standard and there were always a couple of choices. The wine also was good, although with the early starts we didn't drink too much in the evenings.

We left for a Safari trip about 05:30 in the mornings and got back for around 08:30 for breakfast and evenings we were back out at around 16:30, returning about 19:30 for Dinner. Lunch was served around 13:00 and there were small snacks mid-afternoon and before going out in the mornings. Tea and Coffee could be made in the rooms, but it was always available in the lounge/dining area where there was a coffee machine too as opposed to the instant coffee in the rooms.

The staff were helpful and attentive without hovering over you and the Safari trips enabled us to see most of the animals we came to see. There were certainly plenty of Elephants, Rhinos and Giraffes as well as the Impala who were everywhere and we got to see many more too from Tortoises to a Hyena family (the babies were so cute and fluffy). On top of that was the amazing views across the plains.

Date of stay: February 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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1  Thank beth1957
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Reviewed 6 March 2017

We have stayed twice 3 years apart and both times we have had an incredible time - we thought we would never match the game viewing of our first trip but we were wrong - our second trip was equally as good if not better with the Big 5 every day! The guides and staff are amazing and really make you feel special as returning guests. The rooms have a private enclosure with plunge pools and amazing views. We will be back as soon as we can.

Date of stay: April 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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1  Thank SandJ_FunTimes
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Reviewed 1 March 2017

From the moment we were greeted at airport by Jacob, to the moment we left everything was amazing. Our lodge, the staff, food, safaris out into the bush, everything! Could not fault it! Would recommend it 100%.
We saw every animal except water buffalo, but the lions and cheetah made up for it.

Room tip: Our lodge was fantastic, overlooking river and th rocks where the baboons play.
Date of stay: February 2017
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Thank Lynn M
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Reviewed 13 February 2017

It's the only 5 star lodge in Kruger, and I'm not surprised at all.

Everything from the staff, service and most importantly, the rangers and game drives is exquisite.

Our ranger was named Patrick. We were very keen on seeing lions, and he showed us over 10 lions over the course of 4 game drives. He also made sure to show us leopards to complete our big 5 sightings. He is extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. He is also writing a book on his experiences as a ranger for over a decade, and I can't wait to get my hands on it!

Highly recommended for anyone wanting the best of game drives and luxury accommodation.

Room tip: Best Game Drives
Date of stay: January 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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1  Thank KaranP415
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