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Jock Safari Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Parking included

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Ground Floor

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Day bed
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds

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Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
H3 Road Kruger National Park, Malelane, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1320

What's nearby

  • Malelane Gate - 51 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Kruger National Park - 51 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Malelane Golf Club - 53 min drive - 39.9 km
  • Leopard Creek Country Club - 57 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Skukuza Golf Course - 62 min drive - 40.7 km

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tindlovu Boskombuis - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Jock Safari Lodge

Luxury boutique lodge next to a golf course
At Jock Safari Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace. Get out on the links at this lodge and enjoy amenities such as a golf clubhouse and a golf pro shop. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a body scrub or a manicure/pedicure at Pilgrims Rest Spa, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy children's meals at the on-site restaurant. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities such as ecotours. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a firepit and a library.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Massage treatment rooms, concierge services and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Jock Safari Lodge include comforts, such as private plunge pools and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries and deep-soaking baths
  • Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and electric kettles

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: ZAR 194.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
Guests under 6 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, or fitness facility, while guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Jock Lodge
Jock Lodge Safari
Jock Safari
Jock Safari Kruger National Park
Jock Safari Lodge
Jock Safari Lodge Kruger National Park
Jock Safari Hotel Kruger National Park
Jock Safari Lodge Lodge
Jock Safari Lodge Mbombela
Jock Safari Lodge Lodge Mbombela
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Frequently asked questions

Does Jock Safari Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Jock Safari Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jock Safari Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Jock Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Jock Safari Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Jock Safari Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Jock Safari Lodge located?

Located in a national park, this family-friendly lodge is within 25 mi (40 km) of Kruger National Park, Inkwazi Shopping Centre and Malelane Gate. Leopard Creek Country Club and Skukuza Golf Course are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Jock Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful place, excellent food, amazing safari, very knowledgeable and experienced guide.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Lovely stay! All the staff was great, Dawvid our ranger over the top, very experienced and kind, we get to see a lot of animals including the big 5 and not only once
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Fabulous accommodations and safaris. Saw the Big 5 the afternoon we arrived
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

We loved our stay at Jocks. Our guide Lazarus was amazing and incredibly experienced at spotting the Big 5, tiny birds and snakes, eagles, and other wildlife. The food was great and service was excellent all around. We hope to come back soon with our families.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Jan is an excellent ranger, very informative on the Animals at Kruger and their behaviours. We saw Rhinos, Elephants, Leopards, African Dogs, Bison, Impalas Hyenas on our game drives but others at the lodge also saw Lions so the big 5 were around. Special shout-out to Gavin for escorting us from the gate as we arrived late. Gavin's staff also prepared a wonderful riverbed dinner and packed breakfasts for us to go when we had to leave early in the morning during our checkout. The food was amazing, service was excellent. Great job Jock team.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

If you want to go on safari in Kruger National Park, this is the place to stay! Two game drives per day (morning and afternoon/evening) with excellent guides. Because you are staying inside the park, you don’t have to worry about getting in and out of Kruger National Park before the gates close. Also, your guide can explore off-road places as well, getting you to where the animals are! Excellent food and service (all inclusive), spa treatments available on site, and an amazing rooms and facilities that overlook a river bed- you can relax and watch a herd if elephants walk by as you eat your lunch! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

This is an amazing hotel, delicious food and drink is all included and the service is friendly but exemplary. On arrival we were on a game drive within the hour and saw the big 5 in one go as well as lots of other animals, birds and reptiles. Our ranger was called Lazarus and he made our stay and drives fun and very interesting and informative. He went over and above what you would expect and always found us different things to see every day. As this lodge has it's own grounds of several hectares you are able to view the game in privacy from all other tourists, though you do go out into Kruger park as well. I couldn't recommend the hotel enough and the game spotting was unbelievable, with lions, elephants, rhinoceros, giraffe, hyenas, wild dogs, zebra etc all within a couple of meters from your vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10

Service exceptionnel! Notre ranger était incroyable! J’aurai Aimé être avisé d’avance des soupers à theme.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10

Everything about Jock Safari Lodge is perfect. From the staff on site to our Ranger Mayneth! Everyone went over and beyond to make our stay an amazing experience. Even with out dietary restrictions, they accommodated to everything. We have already recommended Jock Safari Lodge to our Friends. And, we look forward to our next visit! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10

Sehr freundliches Personal, immer bedacht einen zu Verwöhnen. Erfahrene Ranger welche sehr fachkundig Pirschfahrten fahren.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10

Absolutely fantastic! On the surface it seemed expensive but we felt that we received brilliant value for money - the game drives (with Jacob - our ranger) were excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

Lugar unico, muito bem cuidado e com atendimento excepcional ! Estao de parabens !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

Jock lodge, the rangers, the staff and the food were all exceptional! Wanted to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10

an amazing lodge to stay when visiting the Kruger National Park. If you want to see wildlife at its best this is the place to be. The rooms are amazing, spacious, comfortable and in a great location.....all in all a perfect choice of Lodge...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10

Beautiful place with very private setting for each guest. A very memorable safari experience for us as we celebrated our 25th anniversary. From Shelley to the staff at the restaurant to our exceptional Ranger - Jan Kriel, 3 days we will never forget. Game drives were fun and made extra special by Jan who is passionate, full of energy and ready to answer any questions. Jan drove us far out to see animals but we saw the Big 5 by our 3rd game drive. We also saw the Big 5 on day 3. I would summarize it with “WOW”
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10

Wow what an experience, well worth it and a great place to do game rides and relax. Everything was well organized from pickup at airport to the end.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10

I am SO glad I splurged in Jock Safari Lodge. I visited Kruger during a month and a half backpacking trip through Southern Africa where I'm mostly staying at hostels. On the advice of a friend I decided to really splurge for Kruger, spending three nights at Jock. I can honestly say it was worth every penny. Accommodation was truly luxurious: private, with an outdoor shower, tub, and sleeping area, plus private pool, an indoor shower, a sitting area, and netted four-poster bed. The food was delicious and ever-flowing (you get fed every couple of hours, it's a little ridiculous but in the best way). Staff were lovely and friendly. But the best part is the access you get in the park. You get knowledgeable game drives in their private concession, giving you incredible access to the animals. I saw the big five, plus wild dogs and leopards. Just amazing. My only piece of feedback is that it was a bit awkward traveling alone there. While I appreciated the solo game drives, during breakfast and dinner I would have preferred to either be seated by myself or with another guide group. Eating alone with just my guide was a bit odd, even if he was very nice. In the future I'd recommend the manager ask solo travelers what their preference is.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10

TOUT EST VRAIMENT PARFAIT , ne pas manquer cet endroit !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10

Notre chambre était superbe, spatieuse, salle de bain originale. Dommage il pleuvait, nous n'avons pas pu profiter de la piscine privée et de la terrasse. Les repas étaient délicieux par contre la salle de restaurant était ouverte et malgré le feu de cheminée et la couverture mise à notre disposition nous avons eu froid.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10

Maravilloso! Ni una sola queja. La comida exquisita, los empleados sonriendo todo el día y siempre pendientes de cada detalle. Vimos todos los animales con la ayuda magnífica de nuestro ranger Micah. Volveríamos mañana mismo sin dudarlo! Un diez en TODO
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10

This is the most amazing place I have ever been. Jock Safari Lodge is situated in the heart of Sabi Sands, Kruger National Park South Africa. My wife and I stayed 2 nights and wished we could have stayed at least two more. The villa we had over looked a dry river bed that was frequented by lions, elephants, kudu and impala. The suite was equipped with everything you would expect at a luxury experience: outdoor shower and soaking claw foot tub, private plundge pool and even an option to sleep outdoors. This was an incredible three days where we had the chance to see the Big 5 and then some. We can’t say enough good things about this lodge. The staff are friendly, professional and very helpful. The food is the best in South Africa and the accommodations are unreal. I hope everyone gets a chance to experience this place, just not when I go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018