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Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star lodge with safari

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Superior Suite | Terrace/patio
Luxury Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Karongwe Private Game Reserve, R36, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Blyde River Canyon
  • Jessica the Hippo
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre

Room options

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Luxury Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Luxury Suite

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Luxury Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Luxury Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Lissataba Nature Reserve - 25 min drive - 16.3 miles
  • Hoedspruit Reptile Centre - 46 min drive - 31.3 miles
  • Lourene Game Farm - 53 min drive - 19.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lalas liquor restuarant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge

Family-friendly 4-star lodge with safari
Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 6 buildings
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: ZAR 770 (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle transfer per child: ZAR 770 (one-way)
  • Additional fee: ZAR 40 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located in Karongwe Private Game Reserve. The additional mandatory fee covers a rhino conservation levy, charged at check-out.

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 980 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 980 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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, Mastercard, Diners Club, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Shiduli Lodge
Shiduli Private Game
Shiduli Private Game Hoedspruit
Shiduli Private Game Lodge
Shiduli Private Game Lodge Hoedspruit
Shiduli Private Lodge
Shiduli Private Game Lodge
Karongwe Portfolio Shiduli Private Game Lodge
Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge Lodge
Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge Hoedspruit
Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

How close is Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge to the airport?

Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge is 41.7 mi (150-min drive) away from the Hoedspruit (HDS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge offers an airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, on request, for a charge of ZAR 980. per person, one-way.

Does Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge offer free breakfast?

Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge have a pool?

Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer deep-tissue massages.

Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas

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

Fantastic stay.

Great little place if you want to avoid some of the more exorbitant places in kruger. Saw the big 5 after a day and a half, plus cheetah, giraffe, hippo and plenty more. The 3 nights we stayed was plenty.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Elad, Tel Aviv

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

Great service but not enough animals

We did enjoy Shiduli, the crued was amazing and the food was delicious. The problem is that are not enough animals at the reserve. Going to Kruger is much more recommended if your goal is to see the big5. One thing more is that everything extra is cost based. Drive safetly near the reserve, the cups search for tourists to get some money from them.

10/10 Excellent

Tab123, Norwich

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

Lovely place to visit

I booked this for my daughter & her boyfriend as a break whilst they were volunteering in South Africa. They absolutely loved it. The hotel / food were really good and the game drives superb - seeing a wide variety of animals at close quarters. The knowledgeable rangers join the guests at dinner which adds to the experience. They loved it so much they decided to stay for a 2nd night!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Les safaris étaient super ! Le ranger et le tracker ont été parfaits. Le jardin de l'hôtel est splendide et les différents salons très agréables. C'est un havre de paix. Par contre, les piscines ne sont pas très propres, eaux troubles et pas très propres.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sérgio

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

Great to see the big five!!

Shiduli was the perfect place to go for a Safari. We managed to spot all big five, Evans was a great guide and Joel a great tracker. They were very patient explaining all they knew about the animals and enviroment. They also chose the best spots to see the animals and have some snacks as we would see the sunset. The staf were also very kind and helpful, ready to fulfill any request. The food was amazing and the places to rest between one game drive and another very relaxing. The rooms were clean and confortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bruna

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

Wild and fabulous

Equipe extremamente atenciosa. Refeições memoráveis, especialmente os jantares ao redor de uma fogueira. Ranger e tracker dedicados e profissionais. Safaris superaram as expectativas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Felipe

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

Uma boa opção de hotel com Safari incluso !

O hotel tem um staff amigável, e nos receberam com um welcome drink Tem os safaris as 15h30 e as 06h00 Pontos negativos: o quarto não tem tv ou wi-fi. Alem disso no Safari de manhã, o café da manhã só é servido após o Safari e não servem sequer bolachinhas ou algo ( ou seja você acorda às 05 e só vai comer as 09h30). Alem disto a refeição no Safari da tarde e as opções no almoço e café da manhã poderiam ser mais completas pelo valor
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

TATIANA SEIXAS

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

Super recomendo

Excelente hotel e staff sensacional!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mariano

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

Muito bom

Lugar muito bom, com excelente custo benefício dentre as reservas privadas em que pesquisamos na região, guias bem preparados e simpáticos, único porém é o acesso a internet que apresenta dificuldades.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

ALAIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nous n'avons pas réussi à voir les animaux promis .. Mais c'est le lot du safari dans un grand site

8/10 Good

Christoph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Super Safari

Super Guide und Tracker, super Reservat. Value for money is OK. Zimmer sind basic, aber ok. Gleiches gilt für Restaurant.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo, Sao paulo

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

Safety, friendly, clean and comfortable

One of the most friendly crew that i have ever met! They do their best to make your vacation as comfortable as possible. Amazing culinary, drinks and view! We also saw the big five ! Sam and obvious (game guides) are the best.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Schöner Safari Aufenthalt mit super Küche !

Toller Safari Aufenthalt, in zwei Tagen haben wir Big Five und viele andere Tiere gesehen, uns am Pool gesonnt und entspannt. Wir haben uns bei jeder Mahlzeit über exzellente Speisen und zuvorkommenden Service gefreut Sehr freundliche bemühte Gastgeber, zt mit sehr gutem Deutsch Absolut zu empfehlen, tolles Preis-Leistungs Verhältnis, besonders im Vergleich zu den deutlich teureren Lodges der Sabi Sand Region

8/10 Good

Josane Maria, Goiânia

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

Safari no Shiduli

Foi muito legal. Esse hotel é localizado dentro da reserva do parque e achei ótima a experiência de estar ali. O hotel faz vc se sentir realmente dentro da savana e cria um clima bem safari mesmo. O pessoal é muito educado mas o wi-fi é muito fraco, não sei se pela localização. Mas os safari que fizemos (4) foram maravilhooooosos. O pessoal trabalha muito bem e não mede esforços para que vc consiga ver os big 5 da Africa. Mas a comida é muito fraca, insossa quase se tempero. Não se tinha muitas variedades nas refeições pelo preço pago. Mas os pontos altos são mais do que os negativos. RECOMENDO ESSE HOTEL .

8/10 Good

jrma83

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

Primera Experiencia en Safaris y GENIAL

Era nuestra primera experiencia en Safaris y puedo decir que fue espectacular, conseguimos ver los 5 grandes y el personal super amable nuestro Wrangler Mavene hizo la experiencia del Safari increible lo recomiendo.

10/10 Excellent

Aurore, Paris

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

Je conseille vivement.

Un excellent hotel pour faire des safaris et voir les fameux big five. Pisteurs expérimentés et super sympas. Des souvenirs exceptionnels resteront gravés dans nos mémoires. Les repas sont bons. Les chambres sont jolis, même si un peu petites. Seul bémol, le wifi qui n'est dispo que dans les parties communes de l'hotel et avec un débit on ne peut plus lent. Dommage...

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Noel, Frouzins

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

Hôtel confortable et idéal pour les safaris

Cet hôtel est extrêmement confortable. 2 safaris par jour (3 heures le matin 3 heures l'après midi) sont organisés à bord de jeeps de 9 personnes maximum, ce qui permet d'apprécier et d'approcher les animaux de très prés. Un guide et un pisteur se chargent de nous faire découvrir cette faune et cette flore incroyables. Entre les safaris, la terrasse, la piscine ou la chambre sont d'excellents endroits pour passer le temps...qui passe hélas trop vite !

2/10 Terrible

Solveiga, frankfurt

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Viel zu kleine Zimmer

Für den Preis völlig ungenügende zimmergrösse, alles wirkt alt, die Anlage wirkt wie ein Jugendherberge. Insgesamt enttäuschend.