Lodge
Balule Game Reserve
9.4/10

Emhosheni River Lodge

Located on the northern banks of the Olifants River, in the Balule Nature Reserve, Emhosheni River Lodge offers tranquil accommodation within 50 km of Hoedspruit. This property is located within the Greater Kruger National Park and features an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi in the public areas. Each traditionally constructed African Rondawel at Emhosheni River Lodge features a private deck or patio overlooking the Olifants River. They all offer an en suite bathroom with a shower, air conditioning, a safe and a hairdryer. Some units are equipped with a bath and an additional outdoor shower. Tea-and-coffee making facilities are available. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, lunch and a 3-course dinner, served on the terrace or under the covered veranda and included in the rates. Special diet menus can be arranged on request. Open-vehicle game drives through the reserve can be arranged at the property for a surcharge. Emhosheni River Lodge is 55 km away from the Phalaborwa Gate entrance to the Kruger National Park and the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve is 90 km away. Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport is 58 km from the lodge.

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)
Free private parking available on-site

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Kids

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

Dogs

Pets are not allowed.

Address

Plot 22, Parsons Private Nature Reserve (98 Parsons 155Kt), 1380 Balule Game Reserve, South Africa, Balule Game Reserve, South Africa

Facilities

Outdoor swimming pool Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Free parking Free WiFi Restaurant Family rooms Tea/coffee maker in all rooms Bar Superb breakfast

Gallery

a living room with a couch and a table at Emhosheni River Lodge in Balule Game Reserve

a tent with a table and chairs on a deck at Emhosheni River Lodge in Balule Game Reserve

two adult elephants and a baby elephant in the water at Emhosheni River Lodge in Balule Game Reserve

a log laying on the grass in a field at Emhosheni River Lodge in Balule Game Reserve

a group of gazelle drinking water from a river at Emhosheni River Lodge in Balule Game Reserve

a table topped with plates of food and chop sticks at Emhosheni River Lodge in Balule Game Reserve

a swimming pool in a yard with a gazebo at Emhosheni River Lodge in Balule Game Reserve

an open door to a patio with a tree at Emhosheni River Lodge in Balule Game Reserve

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Reviews

Martijn 10/10

Netherlands 🇳🇱

Pros: We had a wonderful stay at Emhosheni River Lodge. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful throughout our visit. On arrival, we were even greeted by a group of elephants and saw many other animals along the river. Each day, we enjoyed delicious meals prepared by the amazing cook, Lucia. The game drives were a highlight—Clement and Morne went above and beyond to help us spot the Big Five. We wholeheartedly recommend this place!

Kambiz 10/10

Austria 🇦🇹

Wonderful experience

Pros: Location next to the river where elephants, Giraffes, hippos and many other animals are coming to drink is very special. Two rangers who took us to safaris were very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. Sara the resort manager was always present to make sure guests are being looked after.

Ulrich 9/10

Germany 🇩🇪

Awesome ! Guide William walks the extra mile.

Pros: guide William is the best guide you can imagine. always walks the extra mile. very good accomodation, extremly good food. View across the river ist spectacular. So many animals sightings right from the chalets. The incredibly good `rusks` with coffee on a morning game drive is a must. I defenitely come back....

Alistair 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

Enjoyed te experience

Pros: The Food was great. William, the guide was exceptionable. Sarah was the most wonderful host

Cons: The road into the lodge was terrible

Gert 10/10

Netherlands 🇳🇱

Pros: We had an incredible stay at the lodge. The staff was so friendly and made sure our stay would be unforgettable. Besides that, Sara made sure our traveling went as smoothly as possible so that was really nice. Also, the game drives were beautiful, we would recommend the morning drives but also a visit to Kruger is definitely worth it. Also, the view from the lodge itself was already unbelievable, we saw elephants, hippo's, giraffes, impalas, and monkeys. The food was also really good, and the atmosphere was at dinner was magical. In overall we had an amazing experience here! We would definitely recommend staying here.

Richard 10/10

Australia 🇦🇺

Dress circle river front location.

Pros: We loved our stay at Emhosheni. We stayed 2 nights at 2 different safari lodges and this was our pick as the best. Our adult daughter & her husband stayed in one of the deluxe tents : it looked spotless, new & beautiful, excellent bathroom. Because the weather was hot, the tent got hot, but it has air conditioning & anyway they were rarely in the tent during day time - there's plenty of comfortable indoor & outdoor places to be, at the lodge. Our rondavel with river view was beautifully cool without using the A/C , despite the hot weather, and was very tastefully built & finished. Lodge has plenty of decks, lawns, balconies, outdoor sun chairs etc to relax on, lovely BBQ pit area, pool. We spent hours watching the wildlife come and go immediately out front, between lodge and river. Just read the other positive reviews because they cover it.

Richard 10/10

Australia 🇦🇺

Totally recommended. Beautiful

Pros: Read all the positive reviews - if you add all the good things together you’ll have an accurate picture

Ruud 10/10

Netherlands 🇳🇱

It was fantastic!

Pros: We had a fantastic stay at Emhosheni. The staff at the Lodge goes out of their way to make you as comfortable as possible. Delicious food served every day. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were perfect! Also, the Game Drives we booked through the lodge were super fun. Dennis was a great ranger who knew a lot about all the wildlife in Kruger. The location of the lodge is also great! We were lucky enough to spot an awful lot of animals along the river. We saw lions, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, monkeys, impalas. It was fantastic! We were incredibly lucky. Andrew, Sonia and the entire staff of Emhosheni, thank you so much for the wonderful days and your hospitality.

Bronwyn 9/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

An enjoyable place to stay

Pros: Good food, friendly staff, comfortable bed, being surrounded by nature, the game drive and seeing lions, tastefully decorated tent and hearing the sounds of animals and birds.

Cons: The distance from the main road - It's a healthy 45 minute drive to the lodge

Pieter 10/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

On the banks of the Olifants river.

Pros: Very friendly and helpfull staff.Very friendly all of them.Many animals right in front of chalet. Beautiful view from deck.Food was amazing.