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Kruger Shalati The Train On The Bridge
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About the lodge
An overview of Kruger Shalati The Train On The Bridge.
Kruger Shalati The Train On The Bridge has become a 'must do' safari stay in a number of ways. Permanently stationed on the historically-rich Selati Bridge above the Sabie River in the iconic Kruger National Park, Kruger Shalati offers the most unique luxury accommodation in a re-envisioned train.
Highlights
- Permanently stationed on the historically rich Selati Bridge above the Sabie River
- Carriage rooms have breathtaking views overlooking the Sabie River and the Kruger National Park
- Game drives and bush walks in search of Africa's Big Five
You Should Know
- Children below the age of 12 will, regrettably, not be allowed to stay on the Train on the Bridge.
- Children 12 years and under can only be accommodated at Kruger Shalati Bridge House.
The Detail
As a restored locomotive, the train-hotel Kruger Shalati pays homage to the guests who explored the park nearly 100 years ago while welcoming new explorers from near and far.
The train accommodation offers 31 rooms, consisting of 24 carriage rooms and 7 bridge house rooms. The glass-walled, large train rooms allow for infinite views along the length of the Sabie River and are designed to ensure comfort. All rooms provide guests with a high-star luxury experience, accompanied by fine dining and other leisure experiences on site. Aligned with the floor level of the train lies a deck with a pool, offering guests the unique experience of taking a dip while watching crocodiles, hippos, and elephants just meters below.
Game viewing activities include morning and evening guided game drives led by well-trained ranger-guides in the Kruger National Park, offering a wildlife experience that ranks among the best in Africa.
Price Includes
- Accommodation
- All meals, teas, and coffees daily
- Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits, and beers
- Two game drives daily in open safari vehicles
- Return road transfers between the Skukuza Airport and the lodge
- WIFI
The same as booking direct
Rates and pricing.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 15 Dec 2026
Why book through us
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows Kruger Shalati The Train On The Bridge personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.
By season
Green season
1 Apr 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
All Inclusive - All meals, selected beverages, two game drives daily, round-trip transfers from Skukuza Airport
Special offer
R 11 920
Normally R 14 900
Peak / migration
1 Jul 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
All Inclusive - All meals, selected beverages, two game drives daily, round trip transfers from Skukuza Airport
R 16 450
Shoulder
1 Nov 2026 – 15 Dec 2026
All Inclusive - All meals, selected beverages, two game drives daily, round trip transfers from Skukuza Airport
R 14 900
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.
Exclusive offer
Already reflected in the rates above.
The reduced rates shown in the table apply for the periods listed. Here is what is running and why.
Stay & Pay
Limited Offer: Save up to 20% Valid for stays from 1 April and 30 June 2026
Family policies
Travelling with children.
What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Kruger Shalati The Train On The Bridge: minimum ages, activities, family rooms and child rates, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .
Minimum ages
- Stay
- 12+
- Game drives
- 12+
- Walking safari
- 12+
Programmes & care
No dedicated kids' programme.
Accommodation
Family unit available.
Child rates
Bridge House inter-leading suites: children 6–11 pay 50% of the adult rate sharing; children 12+ pay adult rates. A dedicated Family Suite (sleeps 4) is bookable with per-adult and per-child nightly rates. Children under 6 are not accepted at Bridge House; children under 12 may not stay on the Train on the Bridge.
Notable exceptions
- Two distinct minimum-age rules apply by accommodation type. The Train on the Bridge enforces a hard minimum age of 12 — no children under 12 may stay onboard. Bridge House accepts children from age 6 via two sets of inter-leading suites or via the dedicated Family Suite (sleeps 4). Any guest under 12 booking the property must be accommodated in Bridge House, not on the Train. Participation of children in game drive activities remains at the guide's discretion in the interest of safety. A private game drive vehicle is available as a paid operational extra but is not tied specifically to families or children.
Walking safari
Built for walking.
Documented walking safari options at Kruger Shalati - The Train on the Bridge. Distinguishes short bush walks from dedicated walking trails and overnight wilderness journeys.
Walking
Private Walking Safari
A private guided walking safari exclusively for the booking party, with no other guests in the group. The standard group size is 6–8 people per walking group, but this private option ensures sole use of the guide and walk for the duration of the day.
Private (sole-use) walking group; standard group size is 6–8 people; priced per person per day.
- Cost
- ZAR 7,500 per person per day
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Imagery
A closer look.
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