Baluleni Safari Lodge Game Lodge Accommodation in Balule
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  • Property TypeGame Lodge
  • Guests18
  • Rooms/Units7
  • Minimum Stay1-2 Nights
  • Wir SprechenDeutsch

Baluleni Safari Lodge is a Limpopo game lodge providing a wildlife experience for tourists visiting Valley of the Olifants.

About Baluleni Safari Lodge

Baluleni Safari Lodge is a tranquil and peaceful Lodge on the shores of the Olifants River, in the 40 000 ha Balule Nature Reserve inside the greater Kruger National Park. Offering the splendour of the natural Africa Bush with breathtaking sunsets, wildlife which includes the Big 5, bird watching, safaris, bush walks, boma-dinners under the stars.

At Baluleni Safari Lodge you can enjoy a unique African Safari experience – go on guided open vehicle safaris, learn about the wilderness on a bush walk, listen to the sounds of the African Bush while dining under the stars, or simply relax at the Lodge by the pool side.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

  • All meals included
  • All of the Big 5
  • Safari / bush walks by arrangement
  • Conservation fee applicable
  • Game drives by arrangement

Accommodation

Baluleni Safari Lodge on the shores of the Olifants River, offers secluded and comfortable accommodation in 5 air conditioned en-suite thatched chalets, 2 luxury en-suite tents with ceiling fans, and 1 air onditioned en-suite thatched honeymoon cottage; while full breakfast/high tea and dinners are served at our licensed dining/bar area or around the fire in the boma under the African skies. Enjoy superb service and cuisine.

Thatched Chalets
The Lodge has 5 secluded chalets and each chalet consist of the following:
Double bed with en-suite shower, toilet and wash basin
• Built in wardrobe
• Lounge area with comfortable sleeper couch
• Private patio with view to the Olifants River where guests can enjoy nature, birds and animals, or relax with a sundowner
• Air conditioning
• Ceiling fan
• Mosquito nets
• Fridge with mini bar
• Tea & Coffee making facilities
• Dressing table with mirror and hair dryer
• Bathroom amenities

Safari Tents
The Lodge has 2 luxury Safari Tents and each consist of the following:
• Two three-quarter beds with en-suite bath, shower, wash basin and toilet
• Wardrobe
• Private patio with view over the savannah where guests can enjoy plains wildlife, or relax with a sundowner
• Ceiling fan
• Fridge with mini bar
• Tea and Coffee making facilities
• Dressing table with mirror and hair dryer
• Bathroom amenities

Thatched Honeymoon Cottage
The Lodge has a thatched honeymoon cottage (opening soon) which will consist of:
• Double bed with en-suite bathroom
• Built in wardrobe
• Lounge
• Private patio with view to the Olifants River where guests can enjoy nature, birds and animals, or relax with a sundowner
• Air conditioning
• Ceiling fan
• Mosquito nets
• Fridge with mini bar
• Tea and Coffee making facilities
• Dressing table with mirror and hair dryer
• Bathroom amenities
• Complementary surprise!

Breakfast & Dining

Full breakfasts and three course dinners are generally served in the dining area or outside on the patio. However, guests mostly prefer to enjoy a three course dinner under the stars around the fire in the boma. Guests enjoy sun downers on the patio or sharing a drink in the lounge while watching adventure wildlife DVD's. Early coffee and home-made rusks are available for guests at the accommodation. High tea(savouries, snacks and cake) is served at the dining area.

Services and Facilities

• Secure Parking - Free secure parking is available for guests
• Laundry Service A Laundry service is available to guests
• Sparkling pool - Guests enjoy swimming and relaxing with cold drinks in the shade.
• The River Cottage has an outside wooden deck (view over the river) with lounge, dining table, bar area, a daybed, a splash pool and a boma with braai area.
• The Family Cottage has a thatched lapa, braai area, pool, and veranda with a view to the river.

Wildlife Activities

At Reception guests arrange for their 3 hour safaris in an open vehicle, an early morning Bush walk, a day tour in the Kruger National Park, or other tours to different venues like Moholoholo, Cheetah Project, Panorama Route, etc. Our Curio shop at Reception offers a variety of the most sought after products made by local artists as well as signed copies of Elke's famous oil paintings and drawings. Guests also have access to internet and cell phone signal at Reception. Safaris, Bush walks and all Tours depart from Reception.

Getting Here

Fly to either Hoedspruit or Phalaborwa Airport, Car hire services are available at both airports. We offer shuttle Pick Ups from both airports, as well as from Johannesburg International Airport. Once you have confirmed your accommodation booking, we can assist you with transfers.

Features you'll appreciate

  • wifi
  • air-con
  • swimming
    pool
  • parking
  • airport
    transfers
  • braai / bbq
  • room service
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Air-conditioning
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Cleaning materials supplied
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Fan(s)
  • Hairdryer
  • Heater(s)
  • International plug point(s)
  • Internet connection (wireless)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Smoking: allowed
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities

On Site

  • Business facilities
  • Garden(s)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Laundry service
  • Parking (off street)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Security (guard)
  • Smoking: in demarcated areas
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Swimming pool
  • Wake up calls

Food & Drink

  • Bar (fully licenced)
  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee
  • Restaurant / dining room
  • Room service

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Transfers

  • Airport transfers
  • Other transfers available
  • Tour assistance
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • German

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Exclusive Riverside Suite 1

The Exclusive Riverside Suite 1 is furnished with a Queen-size bed with en-suite bathroom equipped with an inside AND outside shower, toilet and wash basin, built in wardrobe. Lounge area, private patio, air conditioning, ceiling fan, mosquito nets, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing table, mirror, hair dryer.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

Exclusive Riverside Suite 2

The Exclusive Riverside Suite 2 is furnished with a Queen-size bed with en-suite bathroom equipped with an inside AND outside shower, toilet and wash basin, built in wardrobe. Lounge area, private patio, air conditioning, ceiling fan, mosquito nets, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing table, mirror, hair dryer.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

Exclusive Riverside Suite 3

The Exclusive Riverside Suite 3 is furnished with a Queen-size bed with en-suite bathroom equipped with an inside AND outside shower, toilet and wash basin, built in wardrobe. Lounge area, private patio, air conditioning, ceiling fan, mosquito nets, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing table, mirror, hair dryer.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 3 adults)
Children: from 6-18 years are allowed

Garden Cottage 4

The Garden Cottage 4 is furnished with a Queen-size bed with en-suite bathroom equipped with an inside AND outside shower, toilet and wash basin, built in wardrobe. Lounge area, private patio, air conditioning, ceiling fan, mosquito nets, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing table, mirror, hair dryer.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 3 adults)
Children: from 6-18 years are allowed

Garden Cottage 5

The Garden Cottage 5 is furnished with a Queen-size bed with en-suite bathroom equipped with an inside AND outside shower, toilet and wash basin, built in wardrobe. Lounge area, private patio, air conditioning, ceiling fan, mosquito nets, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing table, mirror, hair dryer.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 3 adults)
Children: from 6-18 years are allowed

Luxury Safari Tent 1

This luxury tent is furnished with two or three single beds and an an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath, shower, wash basin and toilet. There is a wardrobe, private patio, ceiling fan, fridge with mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing table with mirror and hair dryer, bathroom amenities

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 3 adults)
Children: from 6-18 years are allowed

Luxury Bushveld Chalet

This luxury tent is furnished with two or three single beds and an an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath, shower, wash basin and toilet. There is a wardrobe, private patio, ceiling fan, fridge with mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing table with mirror and hair dryer, bathroom amenities

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 3 adults)
Children: from 6-18 years are allowed

Riverside Honeymoon Suite

The Riverside Honeymoon Suite is furnished with a Queen-size bed and mosquito net. There is en-suite bathroom equipped with an inside AND outside shower, toilet and wash basin. There is a lounge area, private terrace, air conditioning, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing table, mirror, hair dryer.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 6-18 years are allowed

RATES INCLUDE:
Accommodation
Full breakfast and lunch
3 course dinner
Half day game drive

RATES EXCLUDE:
Transfers to and from the lodge
Game drives and wildlife activities can be booked at the lodge.

Guest Reviews

1 Review from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewvery good

Peaceful and tranquil; food was very goodt; sleeping quarters neat and comfortable; hosts accessible, warmhearted and very helpful

May 2016

A Twigge (Boksburg)

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Need to Know

Response timeBaluleni Safari Lodge typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren 12 years and over are welcome.

Closest airport(s)Hoedspruit Airport - 55km
Phalaborwa Airport - 55km
Kruger Mpumalanga Airport - 160km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 13h00
Check-out by 10h00

Payment methods accepted by the property Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Diners, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since February 2012

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