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Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge

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A serene outdoor pool area with natural rock formations, lounge chairs, and a wooden pergola.
A wooden pathway leading to a stone building with a thatched roof.
Lounge
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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R36 The Karongwe Private Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Place, Lissataba Nature Reserve
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a wooden floor, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

  • River view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A woman relaxing in a hot tub with candles and a fire in the background.

Premier Suite

  • Garden view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin STANDARD

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a canopy bed, a wooden desk with a coffee machine, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 8 Twin Beds OR 4 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Lissataba Nature Reserve - 35 min drive - 18.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lalas liquor restuarant - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge

Family-friendly 5-star lodge with free breakfast
Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and a children's club are also featured at the luxury Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star lodge.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 6 buildings
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located within a national park, and access is restricted to official gate operating hours. Guests who arrive after the gates have closed will not be able to enter the park or reach the lodge, so it is essential to contact the property after booking and again before arrival to confirm gate times. Guests who intend to participate in scheduled afternoon game drives must confirm the latest arrival time allowed with the property.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children 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 1080.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 1080.00 (one-way), (from 3 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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.

Property is also known as

Kuname Hoedspruit
Kuname Lodge
Kuname Lodge Hoedspruit
Kuname
Kuname River Hotel Tzaneen
Kuname Lodge
Karongwe Portfolio Kuname
Karongwe Portfolio - Kuname Lodge Lodge
Karongwe Portfolio - Kuname Lodge Hoedspruit
Karongwe Portfolio - Kuname Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

How close is Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge to the airport?

Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge is 43 mi (156-min drive) away from the Hoedspruit (HDS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge?

As of Aug 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge on Aug 10, 2026 start from $1,035, 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 Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge offers an airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, on request, for a charge of ZAR 1080.00. per person, one-way.

Does Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge offer free breakfast?

Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge have a pool?

Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features body scrubs, body wraps, and body treatments.

Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our stay surpassed every trip we have done and couldn’t fault anything!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute trip of a lifetime. Everything from the pickup from the airport to the drop off was wonderful. Staff were amazing, property was beautiful and the reserve was incredible - we saw all of the Big 5 and more in 24 hours. Can’t recommend highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

An amazing safari experience...

Wow, what can you say about this place - it's just amazing. We were expecting quite a lot from our safari, but this exceeded it, by a mile... As you only go on safari to actually go deep in the bush, we can certainly say that this achieved our goal and more - the Ranger and Tracker working here, Peter and Sandy, are very, very, very good at what they do. We got the see all big 5 in our first 2 safaris, and went on to see them again and again... They made it a point that we get to see each one up close, being very knowledgeable about these and also made us feel comfortable when standing 3m or so from the wild beasts. This included seeing a cheetah feasting on its dinner (by actually walking into the bush next to it), and staring at lions from 2m away. The Ranger's knowledge of the Karongwe bush is quite amazing, as he was tested quite heavily on this. On one day it started pouring real quick, and we were at the other end of the reserve. He just sped around the waterlogged bush, in what was fast becoming dying light. On our final morning at the Manor House we got to see a leopard just next to a waterhole placed in front of our pool. This place is just great, very relaxing and peaceful; very friendly staff who took care of our every request. It probably helped that you do not have internet and tv in your room, but given the excitement outside, you just don't need them whilst there.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edelweiss

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

Hotel com o melhor atendimento

Lugar incrível. Os safáris maravilhosos. Mas o ponto alto é o atendimento de todos os funcionários, só faltou pegar no colo. Fantástico!!!! Dá vontade de voltar sempre.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Truly special and amazing experience!

Excellent game drives, saw the Big 5, great cheetah, lion experiences. 5 stars. Extremely qualified guide and tracker. 5 stars. Culinary level was very high given that it's located in the bush, however limited availability of game meat on the menu. 4/5 stars. Waiters are highly trained. 5 stars. Dining experience and set up with campfire was amazing. 5 stars. The room was rather small, with limited privacy in the bathroom and toilet, outdoor bath tub has issues with piping, and the toilet was too small for an adult. 3 stars. Room had stunning views on the river bed. 5 stars. Anita makes this place special, and coordinated our stay and day trips to perfection. 5 stars. Most significant downside was overall state of the sanitary and the lack of a gym on the Karongwe reserve. Overall a solid 5 stars stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pauline

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

Very friendly, feels like home

We highly recommend Kuname Lodge in the area (we have stayed in another lodge and we were quite disappointed). The warm welcome of Anita & Andre and the friendliness or the ranger (big up to Peter) made our stay unforgettable and very enjoyable. The room is a bit small but the view on the river and location is great
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

FRANCIONE

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

Como se estivessemos na casa de amigos!

Perfeita! O que mais vale é o carinho que todos têm com o hóspede. A gente se sente passando férias na casa de um amigo muito querido! Fantástico! Volto sem duvida!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

Top Hotel mit Privatspäre und super Game Drive

Wir fühlten uns vom ersten Moment an sehr willkommen und sehr gut betreut. Die Safari im eigenen grossen Park war super, besser als im Krüger Nationalpark. Die Safari Guides (Peter und Sandy) waren Spitzenklasse! Um Tiere von nah zu sehen fuhren sie sogar durch den Busch und wir konnten einen Geparden zu Fuss bis auf eine Distanz von 4 Metern besuchen (einen wilden). Wir haben alle Tiere im Park gesehen, die es in Südafrika zu sehen gibt.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

lodge nella boscaglia

ottimo il cibo l'accoglienza i safari va benissimo per chi vuole tranquillità e vuole vedere gli animali nella foresta
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nisch

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

Home away from Home

If you want to get close to nature and enjoy the hospitality of home, i suggest go no where but to kuname. I was in tears while I was leaving the place, need I say more?!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chalky 1

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

Fantastic Game Drives

It was a peaceful idylic location with river views
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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