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Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star lodge with safari

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A circular room with a fire pit in the center, surrounded by wooden furniture and arches.
A thatched-roof building with a wooden deck extending over a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure.
A rustic lodge with thatched-roof cabins by a calm lake, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Off R 517 Vaal Water, Waterberg, Shambala Private Game Reserve, Vaalwater, Limpopo, 530
  • Place, Waterberg Biosphere Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kamonande Nature Reserve
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Kololo Game Reserve
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Chalet, 1 King Bed (Thached Chalet, Outdoor Shower)

A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Chalet, 1 King Bed (Thached Chalet, Outdoor Shower)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Villa (Nelson Mandela 1 Pres Suite & 5 Rooms)

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with a headboard, bedside tables with lamps, a wooden chest, and a view of the outdoors through a door.

Villa (Nelson Mandela 1 Pres Suite & 5 Rooms)

  • 10764 sq ft
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Chalet

A wooden-framed bed with a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a mirror on the wall.

Superior Chalet

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

CHALET THREE BEDROOMS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

CHALET SUPERIOR KING BED

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Vaalwater

On river.At this Vaalwater lodge, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Waterberg Biosphere Reserve and 12 miles (20 km) of Welgevonden Main Gate. Kamonande Nature Reserve is within 16 miles (25 km) and St John's at 24 Rivers is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waterberg Biosphere Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Welgevonden Main Gate - 22 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Kamonande Nature Reserve - 32 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Kololo Game Reserve - 52 min drive - 23.2 miles
  • Lebolobolo Game Farm - 54 min drive - 29.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Seringa Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zulu Restaurant - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪la Fleur - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bush Stop Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Vaalwater Hotel - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve

Luxurious 5-star lodge with safari
Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) 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 5-star Vaalwater lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free minibar items and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. This Vaalwater lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Shambala Spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 4125 per vehicle (one way)

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve Lodge
Zulu Camp Lodge
Zulu Camp Lodge Vaalwater
Zulu Camp Vaalwater
Zulu Camp Vaalwater, Waterberg, South Africa
Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve Vaalwater
Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve Lodge Vaalwater

Frequently asked questions

How close is Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve to the airport?

Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve is 263.5 mi (364-min drive) away from the Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 4125 per vehicle, one way.

Does Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve offer free breakfast?

Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve?

This lodge offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve have a pool?

Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve features an outdoor pool.

Does Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Shambala Spa, where you can enjoy mud baths, facials, and Swedish massages.

How close is Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve to downtown Vaalwater?

Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve is 6.3 mi away from Vaalwater.

Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vittorina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ottima struttura in una riserva che contiene anche una diga con coccodrilli e hippo servizi eccellenti nota di merito al cuoco veramente bravo e al direttore molto cordiale e disponibile .Consiglio vivamente questa struttura .Bravi..,,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real Grm . Everything here is perfect ! The staff is wonderful , the food delicious . Much more them we expected . Our safari guide , Jacob , was so nice and so prepared !!! The room is excelent!!!! This is one of those hotels we will never forget ... thank you so much RICHARD
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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