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Pondoro Game Lodge
Balule Nature Reserve, off R40 (Balule Game Reserve) 1380

Set on the banks of the Olifants River, this luxury lodge occupies 40,000 ha of Balule Private Game Reserve. Inside the greater Kruger National Park, it offers a rock pool and spa with waterfalls. The thatched cottages at Pondoro Game Lodge feature an African décor with rich fabrics and nature-themed decoration. Each has a private wooden deck. Air conditioning and bathtubs are standard. A fusion of traditional African and modern European cuisine can be enjoyed on the wooden deck overlooking the river. Guests can taste fine wine from Pondoro’s extensive wine cellar or grab a snack at the bar. Bird-watching and nature walks are some of the activities that the lodge can arrange. Visitors can opt for a morning and evening game drive, both in open-topped Land Rovers. The Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve is 131 km away.

Score from 57 reviews
Superb

9.5/10

Rooms: 8

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Address: Balule Nature Reserve, off R40, Balule Game Reserve 1380 map

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From the moment we arrived the staff were attentive, friendly and all our needs catered for in such an authentic meaningful manner. Our 3 nights and busy game drives were beyond our wildest dreams. The food was gourmet standard and the bakery items to die for! The chalet was perfect with the outside bath tub. It felt as though we were staying in a tree house. Our guide and tracker did their upmost to find the game and we experienced the most amazing up close encounters. We would return tomorrow.
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Pondoro Game Lodge Room information

Room Type	Max	from
Luxury Chalet [Room Information]	2	from ZAR 3240.00	Search
This chalet features an en suite bathroom with the shower overlooking the river and a wooden deck.Two of the luxury chalets have outside baths. This chalet cannot accommodate an extra bed. Room Facilities: Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Patio, Minibar, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath, Air Conditioning
Luxury Suite [Room Information]	2	from ZAR 4345.00	Search
Each Suite has a lounge area and private wooden deck with a bathtub and an outside shower. Room Facilities: Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Seating Area, Safety Deposit Box, Patio, Minibar, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, Extra Long Beds (> 2 metres), Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath, Air Conditioning

Amenities at Pondoro Game Lodge

Transportation

Airport Shuttle (surcharge), Airport Shuttle, Accessible parking

Shops

Souvenirs/Gift Shop

Services

Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access

Pools and wellness

Swimming pool, Spa & Wellness Centre, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Fitness Centre, Beach chairs / loungers

Miscellaneous

Non-Smoking Rooms, Heating, Designated Smoking Area, Airconditioning

General

Private parking, Parking on-site, Parking , Free Parking

Front-desk/reception area services

Safety Deposit Box

Food & Drink

Special Diet Menus (on request), Room Service, Restaurant (à la carte), Restaurant, Game drives, Breakfast details, Bar

Common areas

Terrace, Library

Cleaning services

Laundry

Important information to guests

Please note that guests are required to pay an entrance fee per car for the Balule Nature Reserve when arriving at the Olifants West gate. Prices vary according to type of vehicle. Please inform Pondoro Game Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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Offering a spa centre and fitness centre, Pondoro Game Lodge is located in Balule Game Reserve in the Limpopo Region. Kapama Game Reserve is 33 km from the property. Free private parking is available on site. Some units include a seating area and/or patio. There is a private bathroom with a bath in every unit. The lodge features free WiFi. Pondoro Game Lodge also includes an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. The property also offers special diet menus. Hoedspruit is 21 km from Pondoro Game Lodge, while Thornybush Game Reserve is 36 km away.

Travelling information

Directions from O.R. Tambo International Airport: - Take the N12 towards Witbank. - Go past Witbank. - Turn left at Belfast on the R540 Drive through Dullstroom, Lydenburg (Mashising) and Ohrigstad towards Hoedspruit. - Turn left at Hoedspruit and take the R40 towards Phalaborwa. - Turn right after 17 km at the Balule/Olifants West Gate sign to enter Balule Game Reserve. - Follow the gravel road for 9 km. - Turn left at the Pondoro sign. - Follow this road for 6 km - Turn right at the T-junction and follow the road for 1 km to Pondoro.