Nambiti Private Game Reserve Woodlands Gate, D46, Elandslaagte, 3370 Nambiti Private Game Reserve, South Africa
Based on 228 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
6.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 29 April 2024
Yvette
BelgiumVery nice place. We will surely come again.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Marret
NetherlandsI didn't like to leave this place. We could've stayed there so much longer.
We liked every bit of it. Especially the safaris were amazing. We saw so many wildlife and our guide Rachel knew everything about every animal or plant. It was one of the best experiences we ever had.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Magdalena
Cayman IslandsNothing! Everyone was so helpful with all the questions before we made the booking and accommodating special allergies and requests during our stay.
Everything was amazing. The attention that the group received and how they spoiled the guests on their first trip to South Africa with amazing food, attention to detail and making everyone feel special. Thank you so much. It is a trip that all will remember. I can recommend Springbok Lodge 100%.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Chia-min
South AfricaN/a
We loved the outdoor shower, exceptional service and game drive
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Sunay
United KingdomPatchy WiFi in the room.
Clean, comfortable, friendly staff. Good food for us vegetarians. Organises game drives.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Wendy
New ZealandNothing
Very well run organisation. game ranger was very knowledgeable.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Alan
South AfricaThe service was excellent....we really enjoyed our time....
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Justin
AustraliaA great lodge in the Nambiti reserve. From the park entry gate, it is a short, easy drive once you get picked up by your guide. I really enjoyed staying in the tents that were well equipped and comfortable. The lodge itself was amazing, such an ideallic place that was so relaxing. The pool was clean and a cool place to swim on the hot days. All the food and meals served were absolutely fantastic, and the staff were pleasant and friendly. We saw a lot of animals and had an awesome experience with the Ndlovus (Elephants).
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Zama
South AfricaI saw all the big 5 for the 1st time. Usually I saw 3 or 4 but this time all 5 and I saw lion and cheetah in the same spot..At first the 2 cheeters were chasing herd of wildebeest ans the king of the jungle came at that time 😂
The food was great. I had a gift for my birthday although I didn't tell them that it was my birthday but they notice my date of bitth
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Toufik
FranceSuperb
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Susan
South AfricaNo comment
The facilities were lovely and the game drives were excellent. Our guide's knowledge and story telling made the game drives even more enjoyable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Karen
GermanyYou are not allowed to park your car next to your tent. There's a parking area when you enter the park and get picked up there. If would be better to know this before and maybe organize your luggage
Beautiful and spacious tents.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Giselle
South AfricaThe tented accommodation is very spacious and the outdoor shower is great. There was extra attention to detail in the room with a lovely turn down service and some evening drinks in your room. Our guide Braedon was so friendly and knowledgeable and the game drives were all unique and amazing.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Amy
United KingdomNothing!
What an incredible place, there aren't enough words for how much we loved our stay here. The tent, the lodge staff, our game drives, all amazing, we will definitely be back!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Gail
South AfricaSnacks on the drives could have been a little more interesting
Our guide was personable, had a broad general knowledge and went out of his way to ensure we were well looked. We had an amazing time
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Simon
GermanyIt was an amazing experience and excellent value for money. Staff is awesome. Particularly, our guide, Sizwe, was very knowledgeable and also made its best to give us a great safari experience. The food was also perfect for all meals without exception. The tent was an exciting experience, and while being close to nature, you have all amenities.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Liesl
South AfricaThis is my third stay at Nambiti and my second visit to Springbok Lodge. I rate Nambiti as one of the best safari's South Africa has to offer. It's a much shorter drive than Kruger and the setting and game are wonderful. I loved everything about Sprinkbok Lodge, from the food to the luxury tent. I'll definitely be back!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
William
South AfricaThe game drives
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Heather
South AfricaThe roads in the reserve were very challenging following heavy rains, so the game drives were not the most comfortable. It would have been appreciated if the guide on our game drives had shared more information with regard to the flora and fauna in the area. I am not sure if this was down to a lack of experience and/or knowledge.
We received a very warm welcome and the picnic lunch out on the lawn was excellent. The accommodation was clean and comfortable and the outdoor shower was an added treat. Both dinner and breakfast were most delicious. It was my daughter's birthday and she was made to feel very special with a gift and card left in her room as well as a candlelit bubble bath being prepared for her after dinner. A really much appreciated special touch. 2 game drives were included in the price and we did see a large number and variety of game.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Yvette
South AfricaVariety at meals for breakfast and lunch, price of drinks which made up for the cheaper accommodation charge
Game drives were excellent, met special people, sleep quality, outside shower
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Richard
South AfricaThere is quite a difference in the rooms in whether they are totally a tent or topped by a tent, would be good to be informed of this before arrival.
All was good, food, location and game drives were excellent. Staff was helpful. Will return. Exceptional value!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Tiyiselani
South AfricaRooms could be made more nicer and a few touch ups could go a long way
The peacefulness
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Wendy
BelgiumNambiti is a fantastic Big 5 private game reserve between Johannesburg and Durban. It’s situated near the battlefields of the Anglo-Zulu wars. This was our second stay at Springbok Lodge in a year. From the start to finish, it was a lovely stay… the welcome, the stay and departure was personalised and hospitable. Mlu our ranger is really passionate about the wildlife. Staff are very helpful and friendly, take pride in their work and food was good. We were in luck with our sightings and experiences of the wildlife. Our stay was excellent and we will return!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Joanne
South AfricaI think you need to be forewarned about the “expected” tip for staff and the ranger. The lodge advises R250 per tent per night you are there for staff and R250 per tent per night you are there for ranger. We took family so had three tents which can add up to a sizeable amount you hadn’t budgeted for.
It was luxury in a tent form! Really beautiful. And the staff were exceptional and so friendly and helpful. Game drives were also awesome!
Stayed in December 2023
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