Sightings were a bit sparse, but you can’t control where the animals are on any given day! Guides were great at getting us out into many different areas of the reserve. The sightings we did see were awesome! The only thing to improve is the customer service of the person in the booking office. After booking on this site, I got notified that we needed to pay additional money for 2 guests per room. This was NOT accurate and I had to send screenshots of my booking to prove what I had booked. This was unnerving and the associate was not at all apologetic about the error on her part.

Hoyo Hoyo is an amazing place to enjoy the bush. The staff, chef and guides are all friendly and outgoing. The rooms and lodge are nicely appointed and comfortable. The food served at Hoyo is some of the BEST at any safari offerings we’ve enjoyed; seriously good!

Stayed in April 2024

N/A

Was a lovely stay and would recommend the safari lodge to other travellers too

Stayed in March 2024

Pool area and decking needed some repairs & redecoration

Great location in Kruger

Stayed in February 2024

The staff were welcoming and friendly. The food was delicious and the location was perfect!

Stayed in December 2023

The rooms could be a little lighter in colour (as it was quite dark and the lights didnt really help) and more plugs near the bed. The staff were great but at times during the day, they were not always easy to find to order drinks etc. The pool was freezing cold and quite murky so this could definitely be improved but overall an amazing trip.

The location was amazing and we saw elephants come to the watering hole behind the lodge which was incredible. The guide Jay was exceptional, he was super knowledgeable and passionate which made the game drives so fun each day. He went above and beyond each day to ensure we all had a great day, highly recommend him as a guide (5 star). The food was delicious and it was nice to have an opportunity to eat with the guide one evening and there was a selection of choices for each meal, and made to order breakfast when we returned from the morning game drive.

Stayed in November 2023

amazing time with great and friendly staff- Halli our game drive leader was very knowledgeable not just about the big mammals but has vast knowldge about birds as well as the flora. Saw a lot more than on my last trip to Kruger. Decent food and drink with comfy and massive beds! Well organised so highly recommended and good value for money vs other lodges!

Stayed in December 2023

The safari / game drive was a bit slow…

Really comfortable rooms / beds. The outdoor shower was a nice feature as well. The dinner experience as well as breakfast were amazing. Also, the staff is always ready to help.

Stayed in December 2023

nothing

Everything! We fell in love we hoyohoyo! Exceptional place. The staff (Given, Moshe, Calvin, Harold, chefs ) were incredibly friendly and couldn’t do enough for us! It felt like paradise. Food felt like we were dining at a Michelin Star restaurant. Diverse menu so catered for all. The watering hole adds such a unique element to the lodge. We felt so fortunate to be so close to nature and to see all the animals come by each day.

Stayed in December 2023

What a great experience we had at the Hoyo Hoyo resort! I loved the architecture of the resort, the food ( best we had in all South Africa!) and the service and the staff, very welcoming and engaging! We stayed only 1 night but I would really recommend at least 2, it is such a nice place! Special call out to Jayden for the great gamedrives, it was really interesting and fun!

Stayed in November 2023

The location is amazing, in the middle of the wilderness, with a waterhole in front of the porch, where elephants come to drink and bathe. It’s a little lodge, so very private and with a very good service. The food they serve is incredible and a lot! The safaris are just amazing, they care for you and offer you the full experience. The area is very nice with a lot to see. The people there are so nice, thank you very much for everything! I would definitely come back!!

Stayed in October 2023

My husband and I absolutely loved our stay at Hoyo Hoyo. The staff was so welcoming and service was wonderful. Our driver Hali (Harley) was the kindest man, drove around for days helping us find what we were interested in. Very knowledgable and passionate about the game drives. If you have the ability, I would HIGHLY recommend this lodge. Very quaint and intimate stay, we felt like it was just us and the animals!

Stayed in September 2023

(this is a review for Imbali Safari Lodge as we have been allocated there on our arrival at Hoyo Hoyo) It was unforgettable and magical! We initially booked Hoyo Hoyo for 3 nights for our honeymoon, but on arrival, we were informed that we had been relocated to Imbali, only 10 minutes away. At Imbali, we found out that we were the only guests for the night, and that was a great surprise. From the first minute, we were treated like royalty, everyone looked after us so well. We did the check-in, left our belongings in our room, went for a Safari, and, on arrival back, were surprised with a very nice and private dinner on the deck looking at the pond. The day after, even with the arrival of more people, the hospitality remained the same quality throughout our whole stay. Andrew, our ranger for the 3 days we stayed there, was amazing! Very knowledgeable, engaging, truly respects and loves the wildlife, and makes the best hot chocolate with Amarula on the stop for a morning break in the savanna. Mary, the manager who checked us in and looked after us most of our stay, was always lovely and engaging, making sure we were having the best experience. Golden, France and all the team of people that work there were always lovely, going above and beyond. On the first morning we were there, we went to the main lodge to watch the elephants at the pond and France came with snacks, and offered us drinks and mimosas and everything. Later on, when we had already returned to the room, they gave us a call to inform us that another group of animals arrived there, so we wouldn't miss it. They were also always engaging, it was always a pleasure to talk to them and get to know them. Martha, who did my massage, is amazing! The food is outstanding (congratulations to the amazing chefs there!), everywhere is always clean and smells fresh, the rooms are incredible! The place is unreal, but what made it so special for us was the incredible people working there!

Stayed in September 2023

Outdoor shower is a little cold in winter!

Everything

Stayed in August 2023

Wish there was an inside shower... too cold in winter to shower outside. Limited meal options.

The atmosphere, the game drives, the hospitality, the watering hole opposite the deck, friendly and helpful staff... truly and amazing stay.

Stayed in June 2023

Nothing!

Everything! great place with fantastic staff, food and game viewing. Loved the privacy and no children .

Stayed in June 2023

no animals close by. really disappointed compared to the price we paid. safaris not so great

nice location food ok

Stayed in June 2023

The only thing that we didn’t like is that we had to leave and say goodbye to the staff. It was a wonderful experience and we didn’t want it to end!

We loved the tranquil romantic location and facilities, the wonderful staff and delicious food.

Stayed in May 2023

at the return of the afternoon safary we were requested to go directly to the dinner,no chance to have a shower and a dress change. after dinner staff was looking very anxious to have the customers mooving to the room (in any case there is no a bar for the after dinner)

athmosphere,local tipical architecture, sens of peace, food,rooms and resort living areas,safary, ranger competence etc, etc

Stayed in April 2023

the long drive to go on a game drive. The room was very cramped.

Meals were very good. Setting overall in the bush was excellent and was very private.

Stayed in March 2023

Nothing

Friendly staff, amazing game drives, and excellent food.

Stayed in February 2023

While there was nothing we truly didn't like, there are a few tips for improvement: Most staff was very friendly and attentive, but other staff simply seemed overworked or exhausted. Something to consider for the management of staff and schedules. The coffee quality and taste could be improved. We also think there's room to make Hoyo Hoyo feel a bit more youthful and energetic. It seemed to skew towards older couples while we were there.

Everything at Hoyo Hoyo made our safari experience unforgettable. From the friendly staff, to the amazing views and scenery, it was such a special trip for us. We really liked the feeling of being at home at Hoyo Hoyo and having time to relax and indulge (especially with food) in between game drives. The game drives we had were amazing and even on quiet days- Halle was such a great guide. He took every moment possible to teach us something about the wildlife and nature around us, both big and small. And his friendly and warm spirit were such a joy to experience throughout our time there. They also take the time to get to know guests and make you feel special while you're there. They made the safari experience the #1 highlight of our honeymoon trip to South Africa.

Stayed in November 2022

We had a wonderful stay at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge. The staff was so welcoming and friendly. From meeting the manager Harold on our arrival to servers such as Given, Ralph, Colbert, and Ezekiel. We were very well cared for. The food was excellent and made for a bit of an elegant experience. Dining on the patio was nice, and then we looked up at the watering hole just a few yards away and the animals started coming. To see elephants, buffalo, baboons, and a hyena while we were just eating dinner; remarkable. Our safari game driver Andrew was wonderful. Seemed to have a knack of finding the animals and knowing the deeper story. We loved Hoyo Hoyo.

Stayed in November 2022

Very warm welcome, personnel is so friendly and helpful, they call you by your name. Room was so nice with a bath and an outside shower. Baboons and impala’s around the lodge. Safari’s guided by ranger Andrew were fantastic! We saw many animals and a pride of hunting lions catching an impala.

Stayed in November 2022

wonderfull and authentic buildings just next to the wildlife. great view, nice stuff, very delicious food and the game drives were an amazing adventure. we wished to stay longer.

Stayed in November 2022