In this iconic corner of the Kruger National Park, the wild leads and you follow. From white lion sightings to rhino tracking, Shangaan stories to sleepouts under the stars, every moment at Ngala Safari Lodge is deeply rooted in place and purpose.
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Safari game drive: Twice daily, explore 14,700 hectares (36,324 acres) of exclusive wilderness where Kruger’s famed Big Five roam free. With no fences or other vehicles, sightings here aren’t rushed, they’re raw, intimate, and deeply personal.
Guided nature walks: Step into the bush with your guide, learning to read the signs through tracks, sounds, and scents. This is the safari’s finer detail: medicinal plants, insects, and stories told in senses.
Big game walking safari: For something more thrilling, actively track larger wildlife on foot. Led by an expert guide and tracker, these walks keep a respectful distance, heightening your senses, grounding you in the moment.
Rhino notching experience*: Be part of a conservation milestone. Join a specialist team as they safely dart and notch a rhino for research and protection or assist in horn removal to deter poaching. It’s hands-on. It’s humbling. And it’s something you’ll never forget.
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Specialist safaris*: Tailor your safari around what matters most to you: photography, birding, walking, family bonding, or all of the above. Just let us know, and we’ll shape your experience accordingly.
*At an additional cost
For one night, go where few do. Rising four levels into the treeline, the &Beyond Ngala Treehouse is both sanctuary and spectacle. Remote, romantic and entirely off-grid, this open-air sleepout is one of Kruger’s rarest experiences. Fall asleep to starlight, wake to birdsong, and feel completely yet safely immersed in the wild.
Tucked deep within the reserve, this elevated retreat features both a weatherproof suite and an open rooftop sleep platform. It’s everything you need, and nothing you don’t. Just you, the sky, and the sounds of nature all around, and know that nowhere else in Kruger offers this kind of solitude.
At an additional cost
Conservation talks: Meet with our ecological monitor and discover how Ngala contributes to the greater Kruger conservation landscape. Learn about anti-poaching work, rewilding efforts and the real impact of your stay.
Wild Impact community visit*: Visit the neighbouring communities of Welverdiend or Hlabekisa and see local-led projects supported through Wild Impact, from schools and clinics to conservation cooperatives.
Shangaan village visit*: Guided by a local Shangaan host, explore a traditional homestead, hear stories of belief and belonging, and witness how ancient customs meet modern life.
*At an additional cost
Healing Earth wellness*: After a day in the wild, retreat to calm. Rejuvenate with our massage or spa treatments, designed to soothe body and spirit.
Safari weddings*: Say your vows with elephants as witnesses, or walk down the aisle through a dry riverbed. From sunset ceremonies to starlit receptions, our wedding planners turn moments into memories.
Scenic helicopter flight*: Soar above waterfalls, banana plantations and Blyde River Canyon. This aerial perspective reveals the greater Lowveld’s grandeur—an epic contrast to the intimacy of game drives.
*At an additional cost
You’ve seen the highlights. Now discover the experiences that make Ngala truly unforgettable.
Whether you stay still or go far, let our expert Travel Specialists tailor every moment. Crafted entirely around you.