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Lodge · Kruger National Park
Fitzpatrick's Lodge at Jock
Positioned in the south-western corner of the world-renowned Kruger National Park, lies the 6 000 hectare Jock of the Bushveld Concession area. Fitzpatrick’s Lodge is just a kilometer away from the main Jock Safari Lodge and depicts an intimate atmosphere that's ideally suited to families or small groups.
From R 15 400 per person sharing, per night
Lodge · Kruger National Park
Fitzpatrick's Lodge at Jock
From R 15 400 per person sharing, per night
Enquire nowPositioned in the south-western corner of the world-renowned Kruger National Park, lies the 6 000 hectare Jock of the Bushveld Concession area. Fitzpatrick’s Lodge is just a kilometer away from the main Jock Safari Lodge and depicts an intimate atmosphere that's ideally suited to families or small groups.
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About the lodge
An overview of Fitzpatrick's Lodge at Jock.
Positioned in the south-western corner of the world-renowned Kruger National Park, lies the 6 000 hectare Jock of the Bushveld Concession area. Fitzpatrick’s Lodge is just a kilometer away from the main Jock Safari Lodge and depicts an intimate atmosphere that's ideally suited to families or small groups.
Highlights
- Located in the southwestern corner of the Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga, South Africa
- Experiences include: Big 5 game drives, bush walks, golfing, bird watching, bush dining, and African sunsets
The Detail
In the late 19th century, the allure of gold attracted people from all corners of the world to South Africa. Sir Percy Fitzpatrick, the author of the animal classic *Jock of the Bushveld*, was one of these pioneers. The lodge, named after this charismatic author, offers privacy, exclusivity, personalized service, and an authentic safari experience in a pristine wilderness.
Fitzpatrick's Lodge features three opulent suites, each equipped with a king-size bed or twin beds, an en-suite bathroom with an outdoor shower, air conditioning, a minibar, a hairdryer, tea and coffee-making facilities, an in-room safe, an overhead fan, and a private viewing deck. Two of the suites can accommodate a maximum of two adults and two children per room. The lodge can host a total of six adults and four children.
The lodge is available for exclusive booking, complete with the services of a personal chef and game ranger. Menus are tailored to meet your specific preferences.
Fitzpatrick's Lodge also offers exceptional facilities, including a rock swimming pool, a lounge with television and a library, a second lounge with a fireplace, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a tea and espresso machine.
The Kruger National Park is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including the famous Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. Other species commonly seen include giraffes, cheetahs, African civets, wild dogs, hippos, hyenas, jackals, and a variety of antelope. Bird watchers will be delighted to know that the Kruger is a birding paradise, with over 400 bird species recorded, including the lilac-breasted roller, African hoopoe, grey heron, and kingfisher.
Guests can enjoy a range of activities at the lodge, including early morning and late afternoon open-vehicle game drives led by professional guides. For those who want to explore on foot, guided bush walks provide insights into the fauna, flora, and smaller creatures of the African bush. Golf enthusiasts can tee off at the nearby Leopard Creek golf course (for an additional cost), while guests seeking relaxation can indulge in spa treatments offered at the Pilgrims Rest Retreat located at Jock Safari Lodge.
Fitzpatrick's Lodge is the perfect retreat for families and small groups looking for a private and intimate safari experience in the Kruger National Park.
Price Includes
- Accommodation
- All meals, teas, and coffees
- Game drive beverages
- Scheduled safari activities
- Tourism levy and VAT
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup.
The same as booking direct
Rates and dates.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 30 Apr 2027
Green season
1 May 2026 – 31 Dec 2026
Full Board - All meals, a selection of house beverages with on-drive drinks and snacks, two daily game drives and guided wilderness walks on request
R 15 400
per person · night
Low season
1 Jan 2027 – 31 Mar 2027
Full Board - All meals, a selection of house beverages with on-drive drinks and snacks, two daily game drives and guided wilderness walks on request
R 16 560
per person · night
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Current offers
Special offer available.
Honeymoon
Honeymoon and anniversary stays are welcomed with a complimentary bottle of bubbly, a welcome platter, a romantic turndown and the option of an exclusive sleep-out. Available throughout the year with no restrictions, subject to availability at the time of booking.
Long stay
A 10% reduction applies to the villa rate when you book three or more consecutive nights. This is available for stays from 1 April to 31 July 2027 and from 1 April to 30 April 2028, excluding the Easter weekend, and is subject to availability at the time of booking. It cannot be combined with any other promotion.
Family
Fitzpatrick's is the only lodge at Jock that accommodates younger children, with up to four additional children aged 0 to 11 on bunk beds in addition to the six guests included in the villa rate. Additional children aged 0 to 5 stay complimentary when sharing with adults, subject to the availability of a cot or an additional bed, while additional children aged 6 to 11 are charged at the child supplementary rate. Child minding is complimentary during game drive hours, and children under 13 may not join the guided wilderness walks.
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Safari Specialist - Southern Africa
Knows Fitzpatrick's Lodge at Jock backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.
"Sara was absolutely amazing to work with. She created five different itinerary options for us to choose from based on the criteria and budget I provided for our family trip to Kruger National Park. What I appreciated most was how willing she was to connect over WhatsApp to really understand what we were looking for. After our call, she worked incredibly fast and sent all the options the very next day. Every itinerary included exactly what we asked for and stayed within our budget. Her service, attention to detail, and genuine care made the entire process stress-free. I honestly didn’t even know where to start planning this trip, so her help was enormous. Thanks to Sara, not only did we find the perfect safari package, but we also booked our flights as well. Thank you, Sara, for the excellent service and support — we truly appreciate everything you did for us!"
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From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Fitzpatrick's Lodge at Jock: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
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