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Rukiya Safari Camp

Lodge near Kolgans Dam in Hoedspruit

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A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a building with a green roof.
A wooden dining table set with candles, glasses, and cutlery, with a kitchen and living area in the background.
A tented room with a bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view.
An outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, tables set for two, and ambient lighting.
A living room with a wooden table, a television, wicker lamps, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Wild Rivers Nature Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Place, Selati Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

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A tented room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Matumi Tent

  • Sleeps 2

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A tented room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Leadwood Tent

  • Sleeps 2

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A mirrored tent room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and patterned pillows.

Marula Tent

  • Sleeps 4

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A wooden deck with a sofa and a small table, overlooking a forested area.

Matumi Tent

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A tented room with a bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a shelf with a basin and toiletries.

Boerbean Tent

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A tented accommodation with a bed, seating area, and a wooden table with a lantern.

Jackalberry Tent

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A wooden deck with a railing, a wooden table with a lantern, and a person sitting on a bench.

Leadwood Tent

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Bush Willow Tent

A tented room with a bed, bedside table, and a small seating area with a table and chairs.

Bush Willow Tent

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bed with floral-patterned pillows, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.

Marula Tent

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and potted plants.

Rukiya Family House

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Hoedspruit

In regional park.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this lodge, you'll find Kolgans Dam and Zebra Dam. Lissataba Nature Reserve and Jessica the Hippo are also in the area.
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What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 39 min drive - 16.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 107 min drive

About this property

Rukiya Safari Camp

Lodge near Kolgans Dam in Hoedspruit
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Rukiya Safari Camp. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This Hoedspruit lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rukiya Safari Camp offers 6 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and portable fans. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 810 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 810 (from 4 to 11 years old)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Rukiya Safari Camp Lodge Hoedspruit

Rukiya Safari Camp Lodge

Rukiya Safari Camp Hoedspruit

Rukiya Safari Camp Lodge

Rukiya Safari Camp Hoedspruit

Rukiya Safari Camp Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rukiya Safari Camp to the airport?

Rukiya Safari Camp is 19.8 mi (107-min drive) away from the Hoedspruit (HDS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rukiya Safari Camp?

As of Sep 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rukiya Safari Camp on Sep 18, 2026 start from $255, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Rukiya Safari Camp have an airport shuttle?

Rukiya Safari Camp offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, on request, for a charge of ZAR 810 per person.

Does Rukiya Safari Camp offer free breakfast?

Rukiya Safari Camp offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Rukiya Safari Camp?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Rukiya Safari Camp?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rukiya Safari Camp?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Rukiya Safari Camp have a pool?

Rukiya Safari Camp features an outdoor pool.

Does Rukiya Safari Camp have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Rukiya Safari Camp have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Rukiya Safari Camp to downtown Hoedspruit?

Rukiya Safari Camp is 10.9 mi away from Hoedspruit.

Rukiya Safari Camp Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

ANA L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
O hotel fica à beira de um belo rio, os quartos são tendas rústicas mais confortáveis. A equipe é muito prestativa e a comida é maravilhosa.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
O hotel é incrível, o atendimento é ótimo e a comida muito saborosa. Tem boa estrutura tanto nas cabanas quanto no hotel. Q única coisa que não gostei foi dos game drives. A reserva do hotel tem poucos animais e a área do Kruger que eles cobrem tb é ruim. Exceto isso é tudo maravilhoso.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tout était merveilleux ! J'espère y retourner un jour.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr schönes, familiäres Camp

Wir haben das Riverhaus (Familien-Chalet) für 4 Personen gebucht. Das war sehr schön und grosszügig. Die Tiere (Nyala, Warzenschweine usw.) konnten wir von der Terrasse aus beobachten. Im holzbefeuerten Whirpool (wird von den Mitarbeitern aufgeheizt, kostet zusätzlich) haben wir die Umgebung genossen, war toll. Auch sonst war alles sehr schön und bestens. Die morgendliche Anfahrt ins "Big-5-Gebiet" dauert etwas und man muss sich warm anziehen, lohnt sich aber auf jeden Fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr exklusiv und persönlich

Sehr exklusiv, da es nur wenige Zelte gibt. Sehr persönlicher Empfang, schöne Safaris im offenen Jeep mit guten Guides. Direkt am Fluss gelegen, wir konnten vom Pool ein Krokodil beobachten. Trotzdem sehr sicher. Liegt in einem eigenen privaten und abgesicherten Reservat.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fábio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Satisfeito até o momento do check-out

O local é bem agradável e os funcionários são bastante receptivos. Mas tenha cuidado ao reservar, pois tinha sido informado que os safáris estavam inclusos e tive uma surpresa bem desagradável e cara na hora do check-out. Ao reservar a melhor suíte com a opção half meal, deveria ter deduzido que a opção half meal não excluía apenas o almoço, mas também os safáris. Sugiro ao Rukiya e ao hotel.com detalharem isso melhor pra evitar estresse e frustrações. Talvez colocando HALF MEAL (NO ACTIVITIES)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Glad only 1 night stay

Upmarket pricing with mediocre accommodation The safari is limited in big 5 animals but we saw rabbit cat & warthog which was goof viewing. The attendance at mealtime as was the food mediocre but pricing high, Not a place to return for me.tip envelopes added to final billing which is ott imho
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is like an oasis. About 10min along the main sealed highway you turn off onto dirt road over the train tracks and into Wild Rivers Reserve which has wild animals including predators. Because of this, once you arrive at the property by car you cannot walk anywhere except from room to room/lodge and in daytime on the grass in front of the river which is full of crocodiles and sometimes hippos. All this can be an unreal experience knowing that lions or leopards may enter the camp site at anytime. I still felt ver safe, you just can’t get any exercise is a problem if you stay here. Still amazing to sit by the river and watch a 3-4m crocodile hang about.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the tents, the location and the food. The safaris were also amazing. Excellent guides.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amélie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

superbe lodge

magnifique endroit, tres bon accueil, mais un peu loin du kruger et des animaux...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amélie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

magnifique lodge

lodge depaysant, tres agreable, merveilleux souvenir
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wim

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024