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Traversing over the 9000 hectares of supreme African bushveld, the Karongwe Reserve is home to the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Rhino and Elephant) as well as a wealth of other creatures.

Highlights

  • Enchanting river views and occasional game viewing from your private deck
  • Delicious Pan-African cuisine
  • Big Five safari game viewing
  • Incredible safari encounters and off-road game drives

You Should Know

  • Children 0-3 years old: Free of charge
  • Children 3-11 years old: 50% of the adult rate
  • Ages 12 years and up: Adult rate
  • Children under the age of 6 years are not allowed on game drives
  • Little Paw Centre with a children's program available at an additional cost (subject to availability)

The Detail

At Karongwe River Lodge, a delightful dining experience awaits you. Dining under the stars has never been as romantic as when you enjoy our Pan-African cuisine in a rustic outdoor boma or, on alternate evenings, in the beautifully appointed dining room. To complement your meal, choose from our extensive selection of top South African and imported beers and wines, alongside a variety of spirits and soft drinks.

Spend the afternoon relaxing beside the pool or watching the game from your private deck before being whisked away on a late-afternoon safari in an open game drive vehicle. The enchanting view over the Makhutsi River is a natural treasure, offering insight into the secret life of the river. The spacious lounge area leading onto a vast deck provides endless opportunities to view elephants as well as grazing antelope.

Settle in at your leisure in one of our 11 spacious and air-conditioned suites, each featuring en-suite bathrooms. River Lodge offers guests a choice of five luxury suites, two family suites, and two executive suites, with the two presidential suites enjoying their own private plunge pools.

Traversing over 9,000 hectares of supreme African bushveld, the Karongwe Reserve is home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, and elephant) as well as a wealth of other incredible creatures. Our open vehicle game drives are perfect for wildlife viewing, and you can enjoy a sundowner as the sun sets over the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains.

The spectacular game viewing provides perfect photographic opportunities. Take in the breathtaking views of the Lowveld from a “kopje” surrounded by lush vegetation, a huge variety of trees, and over 365 different bird species. Game drives are conducted by our qualified game rangers and Shangaan trackers, who will share their deep knowledge of the African bush, including an opportunity to view cheetahs on foot.

Price Includes

  • All meals, teas, coffees, and snacks
  • Accommodation
  • Dawn and dusk safaris in open game drive vehicles
  • Drinks on dusk safaris (limited to one drink per person with a choice of local beer, wine, or soft drink)
  • Limited WiFi at all lodges
  • Reserve fees
  • Transfers from the southern boom gate are included
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June 26, 2025
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Leigh-Ann Croeser has been very helpful with the entire planning and booking process, it has all gone very smoothly! Thanks Leigh-Ann.
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