Imbali Safari Lodge

Kruger and surrounds, South Africa

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The hotel

Don’t be fooled by its remote setting – an exclusive lodge in the world-renowned Kruger National Park this safari sanctuary is pure unadulterated luxury. Indulgent in its intimacy, Imbali Safari Lodge has just a dozen suites, each with their own private plunge pool and en-suite bathroom with magnificent views of the wilderness beyond. The sparkling swimming pool at the main lodge area promises a refreshing dip while providing the opportunity to enjoy the rich and varied wildlife that comes to the Imbali water hole for a cooling drink. Meals are served in the comfortable dining room where an impressive Jackalberry tree rises through the deck and Tsonga-styled thatched roof. Dinner may be served under the stars while you listen to the enchanting sounds of the surrounding bush coming alive at night. Safaris are conducted on the private Mluwati Concession with access to the greater Kruger National Park.

Amenities

  • Safari
  • Swimming Pool
  • Internet Access

Where is it

Situated near Hoedspruit, within Kruger National Park. Transfer time from Skukuza Airport: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Hotel information

12 private suites with views either of the river bed or over the Savannah grasslands, air-conditioning, mosquito nets, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe, antique styled bath, private plunge pool and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Full Board: Includes three meals, selected beverages and 2 game drives per person per stay.

Morning and afternoon game drives. Breakfast, Lunch and dinner are served at the main lodge. High Tea available. Swimming pool. In-room spa treatments*. Guided bush walks. Complimentary WiFi at the main lodge.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: Gate entry fees are applicable and are charged per person per stay.

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Aug 21, 2019 rama1

This place is excellent Rooms are very spacious with a huge bathroom. Loved the secluded deck and the plunge pool looking out over the river. The meals are excellent and the bar fridge is a highlight. Now to the included safari tours. Well what a highlight. An experience not to be missed.
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Aug 12, 2019 sauber112685

Very nice lodge and good place to be to see Wild Animals. Beautiful Lodge and very kind Team Very good experience Rooms are Clean and beautiful Very good Safari with Rangers Everything was on the TOP Certainly the best lodge we had on our trip
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great location for safari drives

Aug 11, 2019 Lyn E Rhondda, United Kingdom

Recently stayed at the Imbali Safari lodge for a few nights as part of tour. The lodges were spacious and clean with a plunge pool on the wooden terrace being a bonus. Food was of a really good standard and the service and staff were attentive and helpful. Some dining took place in the outside "Boma" which was a nice change from the dining area… Read more
Recently stayed at the Imbali Safari lodge for a few nights as part of tour. The lodges were spacious and clean with a plunge pool on the wooden terrace being a bonus. Food was of a really good standard and the service and staff were attentive and helpful. Some dining took place in the outside "Boma" which was a nice change from the dining area which overlooked the wildlife watering point on the other side of the river bed, with good views of the wildlife from the terrace decking. It also provided a very good base for the jeep trips into the reserve with friendly and knowledgeable driver/guides. There was a small selection of items on offer for sale with the main shop being located at the main entrance gates to the reserve. Would definitely recommend a stay. Read less
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Aug 7, 2019 SurabhiAgarwal02

This is a great property, the morning and evening game drives were amazing . Food is great and the staff is brilliant. So warm. The rooms were spacious and beautiful. Highly recommend minimum 2-3 nights here.
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Aug 1, 2019 Lauren C

We stayed at the Imbali Safari Lodge at the end of an already incredible trip but this place was definitely the cherry on top and 9 months later I still get all the amazing feels reliving our experience. We walked into the reception to check in and we were left completely speechless, across from the main lodge with the reception, pool area and… Read more
We stayed at the Imbali Safari Lodge at the end of an already incredible trip but this place was definitely the cherry on top and 9 months later I still get all the amazing feels reliving our experience. We walked into the reception to check in and we were left completely speechless, across from the main lodge with the reception, pool area and restaurant was the watering hole and our first glimpse of wild elephants... you really cannot beat that welcome!! We checked into our gorgeous lodge rather quickly so we could join the afternoon game drive and again we were not disappointed, our ranger Eddie was so knowledgable, fun and dedicated to giving us the experience we all wanted. We loved the lodges which came with private pools (I was in the pool and elephants walked past on the other side of the river bank.. amazing!!), the game drives, the ranges and the food. We 100% recommend the Imbali Lodge to all and would love to return in the future! Read less