Top 10 Lodges in Mpumalanga, South Africa

Located on the banks of the Sabie River overlooking the majestic Kruger National Park lies Sabie River Bush Lodge, a bush lodge where you can "recharge your soul" and experience the African Bush. Situated a mere 19kms from the world famous Paul Kruger Gate and 13kms from Phabeni Gate, this is the place you want to be! Sitting on our raised pool deck enjoying great, friendly service and a cocktail with an African twist, one can view the BIG 5 and some of our smaller, yet beautiful, wildlife. With an extensive bird watching opportunity, there is no better place to sit back, relax and take in the natural beauty of the African Bushveld while all your needs are taken care of by our staff! Join us on a guided safari in our open vehicle into the Kruger National Park for a chance to get closer to the amazing animals the Kruger National Park boasts home to.

At the foot of the Nelshoogte pass in Mpumalanga, lies a spectacular home of luxury... Dawsons Game & Trout Lodge. Dawsons is a place where the sun dances across the open plains at sunrise and sunset, painting the landscape a vivid combination of fiery red, orange, copper and gold. Where large herds of Zebra, Impala, Springbok, Blesbuck, Eland and Wildebeest slowly wander the 2000ha Savannah plains, impervious to time. It is a place where dramatic mountains, waterfalls and perennial streams flow lazily from trout dam to trout dam. Surrounded by open space where you can relish the freedom of timelessness, exploration and peace. It is a place of retreat, of absolute relaxation. We offer magnificent accommodation, superb cuisine, and impeccable service

Each individually styled villa offers private pools, luxurious four-poster Indian beds and candle-lit bubble baths large enough to share. Diner at night is an intimate affair with candle lit meals. Spa treatments are done in the privacy of your villa. There is horse riding, hot air ballooning, river rafting, aerial cabling and a 40-minute drive to the Kruger National Park or Blyde River Canyon.Timamoon is fast becoming popular with couples from all over the world who are looking for a private and exotic destination.

Tanamera Lodge is nestled on the malaria-free slopes of the Sabie River Valley, offering luxurious accommodation and breathtaking Lowveld scenery. Being centrally located, guests are able to explore the Lowveld Panorama, including sights such as God's Window, the Blyde River Canyon and Pilgrim's Rest. We are 4 Star graded and offer beautifully decorated rooms with personal touches and attention to detail. Each chalet is complete with a tea and coffee selection, a log fireplace to keep you warm over wintry nights, and ceiling fans for hot summer nights. With the Kruger National Park's Phabeni Gate just a short 30-minute drive, our visitors may easily access this world-renowned Big 5 reserve on self-driven or guided safari tours. This is a birder’s paradise and home to birds such as the Narina Trogon and Purple Crested Turaco. Activities in the area include abseiling, white water rafting, microlight flights, elephant encounters, horseback riding and much more! We outsource spa treatments from massage to reflexology to manicures and pedicures, all brought to you in the privacy of your own chalet. A couple's massage is ideal for a romantic getaway.Our five magnificent Luxury Chalets are fully serviced and offer king-size beds with mosquito nets, stone baths, waterfall showers, fireplaces and plunge pools. In addition to this the two Honeymoon Chalets offer open-door outside showers on private decks with outstanding valley views and a sitting room and dining area. Each Chalet is secluded, private and surrounded by the unspoilt indigenous bush. Tanamera is perfect for romantic getaways. The main lodge area is tastefully decorated and comprises a dining area, a lounge and a comfortable bar area. You can step down onto our main deck where there is a rim-flow pool and absorb the exceptional views over the cascading Sabie River Valley. Meals are served in our main lodge area, on the candle-lit deck, or privately in your chalet or on your deck. Rates include dinner as well as bed and breakfast.

Kruger Adventure Lodge is an experience rather than a destination! It promises to build you a unique Safari experience, offering open vehicle guided safaris into the world renowned Kruger National Park. Done by professional and experienced guides. Enjoy your Bushveld Safari while having comfortable accommodation, great food and friendly staff to look after you during your stay at the Lodge as well as all modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi offered throughout the property.

AfriCamps is all about glamping at the most beautiful working farms, estates and reserves in South Africa. At each of our locations, you can get closer to nature without compromising on the creature comforts of home. Enjoy everything from hiking to hammocking, from seclusion in nature to romantic escapes, from family getaways to merry chaos with friends. The AfriCamps glamping concept offers guests the freedom and flexibility of a self-drive holiday, the closeness to nature of a camping trip and the luxury and convenience of a beautiful self-catering unit. AfriCamps at Mackers in Hazyview is magnificently set on the banks of the Sabie River. Ten self-catering boutique glamping tents are surrounded by lush green grass and indigenous forest. The camp is just a few minutes' drive from Hazyview, with easy access to Kruger National Park and the Panorama Route, two of South Africa's best-known attractions. Each AfriCamps tent consists of a spacious open plan lounge area with a comfortable couch, a dining area with a solid wooden table and seating for five guests, a fully-equipped kitchen, two bedrooms that comfortably sleeps five guests, and a bathroom complete with a hot shower, flushing toilet, and washbasin. Both bedrooms are furnished with a queen-size bed and have their own private entrance which allows maximum privacy. One of the bedrooms also contains a single bunk bed. Our tents are equipped with air-conditioning and an indoor fireplace. Enjoy a braai on our spacious wooden decks and take in the views from the comfortable deck loungers. Pull up the front covers and transform the tent into a large outdoor living area. Unwind and appreciate a festive family breakfast while taking in the serene natural beauty of the South African landscape.

The best of Africa, distilled into one lodge - Bushwise Safari Lodge. We are one of the very view establishments in Marloth Park that is situated right on the banks of the Crocodile River, with an exquisite view over the river and the Kruger Park. The animals wander freely around the lodge - this makes what we have to offer quite unique. It is our passion to make this little piece of paradise in Africa that we call our home, available to all. We strive to meet everyone's needs and expectations, with different options to suit every pocket. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available on request at an additional fee. Extra bed/s can be requested at an additional fee and on request. We also offer transport from/to the Nelspruit airport, bus depot in Nelspruit, and Komatipoort at an additional fee and on request. From our Safari Lodge base, we offer all of our guests the thrill of personalized game viewing safaris, sunset safaris into Kruger in open safari vehicles, in search of the Big Five and all the wonders the African bush has to offer. Morning walks with armed guides are also available. Our guides have a passion for the African bush and its creatures and can't wait to share their vast knowledge of this unique ecosystem with you. Other activities include tiger fishing on the Komati River, quad biking, elephant interaction, and horse riding. Excursions to the neighbouring states of Mozambique and Swaziland and the splendorous Panorama route are also available.

Introducing the new Umbhaba Eco Lodge. Under new ownership and new management, Umbhaba is being completely renovated and will be reopening on the 1st of October 2019.

The hotel is situated in a landscaped garden with a swimming pool for guests’ use at the Town Lodge next door. A central location, close to restaurants, just off the N4 motorway, 30 minutes from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport and 2 minutes to Nelspruit CBD.

The safari style tents are air-conditioned, and feature a full ensuite bathroom with shower, ceiling fan and a stocked mini-bar. Full King Size bedding set up is available. The tents are only furnished for two persons. It is not possible to add an extra bed.