Tomo Safari Lodge

Nestled in the heart of the Balule Private Nature Reserve, forming part of the iconic Greater Kruger National Park - Tomo Safari Lodge invites guests to experience the magic of the African bushveld in its purest form. From breathtaking views of the distant Drakensberg Mountains to the meandering Umhlametsi riverbed and the sweeping landscapes of Deadwood and Cheetah Plains, every moment here is a celebration of nature's raw beauty.

Everyone is welcome at Tomo Safari Lodge:
• Families wanting to reconnect and unwind together
• Honeymooners & couples seeking romance and meaningful moments
• Celebratory groups marking milestones with memorable experiences

The lodge can accommodate exclusive-use bookings, multi-generational travel, or private romantic getaways, tailoring each stay to the guest's preferences.

Exclusivity meets elegance with just nine luxurious, air-conditioned thatched chalets, accommodating a maximum of 18 guests. Each suite is thoughtfully designed in the style of a traditional South African farm lodge, blending authentic charm with modern comfort. With private patios, spacious interiors, and a front-row seat to Big Five game viewing, your stay promises both serenity and adventure.

Whether you're savoring the stillness of the bush or returning from a thrilling game drive, every detail at Tomo Safari Lodge is crafted to offer a warm, welcoming retreat—your personal oasis in the wild.

About Balule Nature Reserve

Balule Nature Reserve was established by a group of like-minded, private landowners in the early 1990s. From the start, their objective was to create a larger, open system with no fences to hinder animal movement thus creating a much healthier habitat for fauna and flora.

The Reserve has since grown from the initial 11,000 ha to 55,000 ha, approximately 150 km of fences have been removed and it consists of both private and commercial properties. In 2004, the Eastern boundary fence was removed and Balule was officially incorporated into the Kruger National Park (established in 1898).

Thus, Balule is now part of an open system that covers over 2 million hectares in South Africa and is widely regarded as one of the most successful conservation areas in the world.

Balule is mostly made up of mixed Acacia and Combretum woodlands, which sustain 94 mammal, 280 bird, 72 reptile and 128 tree species, not to mention the insect, fish, amphibian and other plant species.