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    Ngala Safari Lodge Family Suite & Family Cottages

    Ngala Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park

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      4 - 6 Guests, 2 Beds, 2 Baths
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      R 62,350
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    Overview

    Tucked under a canopy of mopane and tamboti trees, in the spectacular Ngala Private Game Reserve, which shares an unfenced boundary with the world-renowned Kruger National Park, &Beyond Ngala Safari Lodge is the ideal safari escape for families and groups.

    Travelling in Africa as a family is exceptionally rewarding and Ngala Safari Lodge offers a two-bedroom Private Family Suite and three Family Cottages.  For kiddies, the Lodge offers the specially designed WILDchild programme.

    Situated in the shade of a weeping boerbean tree on the banks of the seasonal Maponi River, the Private Family Suite consists of two en-suite bedrooms, as well as a cosy dining area where guests can choose to enjoy a private dining experience or a refreshing sundowner cocktail. The suite also entitles guests to the services of a dedicated butler, as well as a ranger and tracker team and a private safari vehicle.

    The only guest suite at the lodge with views of the river, each room boasts its own private deck overlooking the shaded riverbed and even the bathrooms look out onto the dense riverside thickets. The addition of a fully sized private swimming pool ensures that both children and adults have a secluded place to cool off from the African sun.

    The Family Suite can accommodate a maximum of two adults and two children.

    The lodge also boasts three Family Cottages, each consisting of two suites that are conveniently interlinked via a door for easy access. The Cottages exude a romantic colonial ambiance with nostalgic safari memorabilia throughout. Floor-to- ceiling glass windows make the most of sunny safari days and a private veranda offers the perfect setting for private dinners. Guests can also take advantage of spacious en-suite bathrooms as well as inviting al fresco showers. The Cottages can accommodate two adults and two children.

    Ngala Safari Lodge is situated in &Beyond Ngala Private Game Reserve, a stunning sector of the Timbavati, which shares an unfenced boundary with the world-renowned Kruger National Park, South Africa’s largest wildlife sanctuary and one of the biggest game reserves in the world. A spectacular diversity of wildlife moves through this immense wilderness, including breeding herds of elephant, leopard, spotted hyena, giraffe, large buffalo herds and white rhino. With its name meaning lion in Shangaan, the local language, Ngala lives up to its promise, supporting several large prides of these powerful cats. African wild dog can also be spotted moving through the reserve.

    &Beyond Ngala was the first private game reserve to be incorporated into the Kruger National Park and has exclusive traversing rights over 15,000-hectares of game-rich wilderness. The reserve offers

    an intimate African wildlife experience, with game drives led by expert ranger and tracker teams. Sensitive off-roading practices allow close-up game sightings, while walking safaris and bush walks are also offered.

    In one of Africa’s most innovative conservation partnership agreements, the annual lease, traversing fees and a percentage of Ngala’s profits are paid to the National Parks Trust to further conservation projects throughout South Africa.

    The lodge’s beautiful pool area beckons to those seeking refreshment and relaxation. A sparkling swimming pool and sundeck overlook a natural riverine woodland, ideal for avid birdwatchers, while a tranquil spa and a well-equipped fitness Sala can be enjoyed in between game viewing adventures. Hearty breakfasts and delicious lunches are served in the dappled shade of an enormous weeping Boer Bean tree. Upon their return from exhilarating evening drives, guests are welcomed by Ngala’s warm, hospitable staff and a banquet set in the elegant candlelit courtyard or an African feast in the open-air traditional boma.

     

    Reserve
    • Name
      Ngala Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park
    • Size
      14,700 hectares
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Fast Facts
    • Child Friendly
    • Malaria area
    • No Cell Phone Signal
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wheelchair Friendly
    • Camp Unfenced
    • Bush Walks
    • Off Road
    • Tracker
    • Spa Treatments
    • Outside Shower
    • Pool
    • Big 5
    • Air Conditioner
    • Fans
    • Childminders
    • Kiddies Activities
    • Kosher
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    • Big 5
    • Child Friendly
    • Game Lodge
    • Wheelchair friendly
    Why We Love It
    • Ngala Safari Lodge certainly delivers as a classic safari getaway, where your days will thrill with superb wildlife encounters and the nights will delight with a sense of colonial romance and warm hospitality!
    • Ngala gets consistent rave reviews for its warm hospitality and delicious food – just what you would expect from top lodge operator &Beyond!
    • Superb rangers and eagle-eyed Shangaan trackers who will astonish you with their unmatched bush craft
    • Loads of little corners and deck areas where you can relax in a comfy sofa with a good book or a refreshing drink whilst soaking up the classic bush ambiance
    • Ngala does the whole colonial romance in the bush thing superbly well, with loads of paraffin lamps and candles to create an unforgettable atmosphere!
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    Details
    • Maximum Number of Guests: 4
    • Beds: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Setting: The Lodge overlooks a waterhole
    Activities
    • Interpretive nature walks
    • Big game viewing walks that track elephant, buffalo and rhino
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Children Game Drive Policy
    • Only children 6 years and older will be allowed on game drives at Lodge Manager's discretion.
    • Children under 16 years of age are not permitted on Walking Safaris
    Guests per Safari Vehicle

    6 Guests

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    Rates
    • Per night for the Family Cottage
    • From
      R 62,350
    • Based on
      2 Adults & 2 Children
    • Prices are indicative. Please contact us for a comprehensive quotation.
    Rates Include
    • Accommodation In the Ngala Family Cottage*
    • Three meals daily
    • Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees and refreshments on game drives
    • Laundry
    • Safari activities
    • Emergency medical evacuation insurance
    • VAT

    *The Ngala Family Suite is closed from 17 Jan 2025 to 31 May 2025).

    Closest Airport

    Hoedspruit – Eastgate Airport

    Drive Time

    6 hours from Johannesburg

    1 hour from Hoedspruit

    Reserve
    • Name
      Ngala Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park
    • Size
      14,700 hectares
    Location
    • andBeyond Ngala Private Game Reserve, Timbavati, South Africa

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    • Greater Kruger National Park
    • Mpumalanga
    Terms and Conditions
    • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing, unless otherwise stated
    • Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates
    • Our 'From' rate reflected is only an indication of the property's pricing. Once we have your exact dates, we will send through a detailed quotation
    • A number of our rates quoted are based on specials for SADC Residents
    • All accommodation will be subject to availability
    • All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights
    • Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount
    • When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only
    • Bush Walks will often need to be pre-booked
    • Childminding is generally at an additional cost
    • For our comprehensive T's & C's, please see the link in our main 'navigation bar'
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Important Notes
    • A Conservation Fee of R 500 per person per stay is applicable to all reservations
    • All fees quoted are subject to change & will either be pre-paid or settled directly to the Lodge on departure.

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