Karongwe River Lodge

R36 Hoedspruit, 24˚11’23.10”S 30˚32’31.22”E
9.7
220 reviews

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Luxury Suite
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    This double room offers a pool with a view. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with river views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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    Executive One-Bedroom Suite
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    The pool with a view is the standout feature of this suite. Boasting a private entrance, this spacious suite also comes with 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The suite features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a minibar as well as a terrace with river views. The unit has 2 beds.

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    Presidential Suite
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    The pool with a view is the standout feature of this suite. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The spacious suite features soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit has 3 beds.

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    Family Suite
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    This family room's standout feature is the pool with a view. The spacious family room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 4 beds.

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    About This Property

    Situated in Karongwe Game Reserve, Karongwe River Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, and access to a garden with an outdoor swimming pool. The nearest airport is Hoedspru (Read More)it Eastgate, 69 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. A terrace can be found at Karongwe River Lodge, along with a shared lounge. -Full Board with 2 game drives p/p (PM & AM) -Complimentary Sundowner - limited to 1 x local beer, house wine or soft drink p/p per PM drive -All other Drinks for Guests' own Account

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    Guest Ratings For This Property

    9.7
    Based on 220 Reviews
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    Comfort

    9.79

    Cleanliness

    9.84

    Value For Money

    9.37

    Facilities

    9.74

    Guest Reviews

    Alessia
    young couple
    9.0
    Superb
    Amazing experience
    Amazing lodge, room was very big and cleaned twice a day. Staff was great, guides as trackers very nice and trained. We personally got to see only 4 out of 5 of the big 5 but anyway it was a great experience and great accommodation.
    Food was not as good as I was expecting, except for breakfast for which there was a lot to choose from and was very good.

    Published on 03 Jan 2024

    Christine
    family with young children
    10.0
    Exceptional
    A truly amazing and unforgettable experience in a unique and beautiful lodge
    Everything. Our one bedroom river suites were beautifully appointed and very rustic while being chic. The common areas were beautiful and authentically decorated in African style. Food was fantastic. Staff could not have been more welcoming. And the game drives gave a unique and up close experience with the animals unlike the larger private game reserves. We loved it.
    The only improvement could be to slow down the dinner service and give more time between courses to savour the food and South African wine.

    Published on 31 Dec 2023

    Laurence
    young couple
    9.0
    Superb
    Loved our stay
    The lodge is fantastic and the staff are friendly and welcoming - we loved our stay! The game drives are very good, and we enjoyed all of them. We got to see the big 5 and lots of other wonderful animals with a super knowledgable guide and tracker (Cameron and Solomon). As it is a private reserve, there were only ever maximum 2 vehicles at a sighting which meant you were able to really see the animals and it felt much more relaxed (both for us and the animals) which led to an amazing experience. The vegetation is quite dense (it is the bush!).
    Whilst breakfast was good, we felt that lunch and dinner could have been improved to match the outstanding quality of the rest of the lodge.

    Published on 24 Dec 2023

    Stephan
    young couple
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Unbelievably fantastic, hopefully we will get there again someday.
    Everything was very tightly and well organized. Great food, fantastic location and incredible staff!!! Extraordinary game drives with Bet and Ludowick, a great experience every time, thanks to both. Special thanks to Maraai and Maria who are always ready to help, always cheerful and with a big smile, they' re adorable!

    Published on 06 Dec 2023

    Ken
    young couple
    9.0
    Superb
    A very memorable trip
    Excellent guides on the game drives and lovely lodge

    Published on 01 Dec 2023

    Gabriel
    family with young children
    9.0
    Superb
    Superb
    Fantastic room, great game drives, good breakfast
    Meals are closer for 4 stars than 5 stars.

    Published on 29 Nov 2023

    Maria
    family with young children
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Everything about our stay at Karongwe was perfect. Outstanding!
    Great variety and everything was delicious.
    Everything about the lodge was outstanding. Super friendly staff and guides. The attention to detail was superb.

    Published on 28 Nov 2023

    Adam
    young couple
    10.0
    Exceptional
    A perfect oasis in the bush. Stay here if you want a little luxury and to see amazing wildlife with brilliant guides. On
    Friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable staff, picture perfect rooms. The game drives were fabulous. Wed seen all the big five after our first two drives. Our guide Cameron and tracker Raimondo were superb.

    Published on 17 Nov 2023

    Nontuthuko
    young couple
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Exceptional
    I loved everything about the property

    Published on 09 Nov 2023

    Vicki
    young couple
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Beautiful accommodation but lack on the game drives.
    Clean and comfortable. Staff were accommodating. Good wifi. Food was good.
    Did not see hardly any big 5. Thought was expensive for what you did not get to see. Vehicles old and uncomfortable. Been on better drives for less.

    Published on 10 Oct 2023

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    All Facilities for Karongwe River Lodge

    Category Facilities
    Activities Cooking class, Horse riding, Themed dinner nights, Game drives, Tour or class about local culture.
    Business facilities Fax/photocopying.
    Cleanliness & disinfecting Hand sanitiser, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines.
    Others bar, pool, food, parking, wifi.
    Miscellaneous Family rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Soundproof rooms, Wheelchair accessible, Non-smoking rooms, Designated smoking area, Allergy-free room, Lower bathroom sink, Non-smoking throughout.
    Safety features Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Face masks for guests available, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals.
    Accessibility Toilet with grab rails, Entire unit located on ground floor, Entire unit wheelchair accessible.
    Bathroom Private bathroom, Bath or shower, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Bath, Shower, Toilet, Shared toilet, Bathrobe.
    Room Amenities Hypoallergenic, Soundproofing, Air conditioning, Wardrobe or closet, Desk, Private entrance, Shallow end, Seating Area, Mosquito net, Safety deposit box, Fan, Private pool, Ironing facilities, Heating, Extra long beds (> 2 metres), Hardwood or parquet floors, Socket near the bed.
    Food & Drink Wine/champagne, Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Restaurant, Minibar, Packed lunches, Dining table, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Kid meals, Outdoor furniture, Tea/Coffee maker.
    Safety & security CCTV outside property, 24-hour security, Fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas.
    Cleaning services Ironing service, Daily housekeeping, Laundry.
    Services & Extras Towels, Wake up service/Alarm clock, Linen, Wake-up service, Key access.
    Media & Technology Laptop safe.
    Common areas Sun terrace, Outdoor fireplace, Garden, Shared lounge/TV area.
    Food & drink safety All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas.
    Reception services Concierge service, Express check-in/check-out, Invoice provided, Tour desk, Private check-in/check-out.
    Physical distancing Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation, Cashless payment available, Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed.
    Entertainment and family services Kids' club, Board games/puzzles, Babysitting/child services.
    Pool and wellness Sun umbrellas, Massage, Spa/wellness packages, Yoga classes, Spa facilities, Spa and wellness centre, Sun loungers or beach chairs.
    Transport Airport drop off, Shuttle service (additional charge), Shuttle service, Airport shuttle, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Airport pick up.
    Outdoor & View Pool view, Terrace, Patio, Mountain view, River view, View, Lake view, Balcony, Garden view.

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