&Beyond Ngala Safari Lodge
Classic old-world safari charm in the heart of the Kruger National Park
FAMILY-FRIENDLY EXPERIENCE
Family Cottages and Villa available, tailored family safaris, plus fun activities for children of all ages
SAFARI GAME DRIVES
Day and night safaris with expert guides in search of Big Five and other rare iconic wildlife encounters
BUSH WALKING ADVENTURES
Explore the African bush and its quaint fauna and flora on foot with an experienced guide
EXCEPTIONAL GAME VIEWING
Unfenced boundaries with the Kruger National Park, one of the world's largest wildlife sanctuaries
TREEHOUSE RETREAT
A remote overnight escape that allows you to sleep on an elevated and safe platform, under the stars
Location:
Ngala Private Game Reserve shares an unfenced boundary with the world-renowned Kruger National Park, South Africa’s largest wildlife sanctuary and one of the biggest game reserves in the world. The park is located in the north-east of South Africa, in the eastern parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces.
Getting to Ngala Private Game Reserve:
- Federal Air offer daily scheduled flights from Johannesburg and Nelspruit to Ngala Private Game Reserve
- Connect Ngala Private Game Reserve to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Phinda Private Game Reserve, and the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve
- There are daily Airlink flights from Cape Town to Hoedspruit Airport, which are then followed by a two-hour road transfer
- It is a six-hour drive from Johannesburg, on very good roads, in a two-wheel-drive vehicle
- Self-drive directions to Ngala Safari Lodge
LUXURIOUS COTTAGES
20 Cottages, including three Family Cottages and one three-bedroom Family Villa
OUTDOOR SHOWERS
All Cottages feature private al fresco showers for a unique bush experience
FAMILY ACCOMMODATION
Three adjoining Family Cottages and one three-bedroom Family Villa
FUN FAMILY EXPERIENCE
Qualified childminders available plus an interactive WILDchild programme
LAUNDRY INCLUDED
Complimentary daily laundry service is available for all guests at the lodge
SWAROVSKI BINOCULARS
One complimentary pair of SWAROVSKI OPTIK binoculars per Cottage to share during your stay
SPARKLING LODGE POOL
Large rim-flow swimming pool with shaded salas overlooking a brimming waterhole
WI-FI AVAILABLE
Stay connected to the outside world with Wi-Fi available throughout the lodge in Cottages and guest areas
SIGNATURE SAFARI SHOP
An array of carefully selected luxury handicrafts that showcases the country’s finest quality
INTIMATE MASSAGE SALA
Indulge in a wide range of relaxing and rejuvenating wellness treatments at the lodge
FITNESS CENTRE
Well-equipped gym with state-of-the art fitness equipment boasting beautiful bush views
COTTAGE
From ZAR 17,820 per person per night
FAMILY COTTAGE
From ZAR 62,350 per family cottage per night
FAMILY VILLA
From ZAR 82,250 per family villa per night
Welcome to Ngala Safari Lodge
The magic of Africa comes alive in the elegant Ngala Safari Lodge, a timeless safari lodge ideally positioned on a private concession inside the highly acclaimed Kruger National Park.
Set within South Africa’s largest and most well-known game reserve in the world, Ngala Private Game Reserve not only offers one of the most incredible Big Five wildlife experiences, but also an intimate one due to our exclusive traversing rights on 14,700 hectares (36,324 acres) of wilderness land. Safaris are led by expert &Beyond-trained ranger and tracker teams, that ensure sensitive off-roading practices to allow close-up game sightings of elephant, buffalo, rhino, lion, leopard, African wild dog, and more.
Tucked under a canopy of mopane and tamboti trees, Ngala Safari Lodge boasts 20 thatched Cottages, including three Family Cottages with interleading doors, and one three-bedroom Family Villa. Each of the spacious ensuite Cottages exudes a romantic ambience with nostalgic, classic safari memorabilia throughout. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows make the most of sunny safari days and a private veranda offers the perfect setting for intimate dinners. Family Cottages can accommodate two adults and two children, while the gracious Family Villa accommodates six guests and includes access to a private swimming pool and the use of a private vehicle.
The lodge’s rim-flow swimming pool and sundeck overlook a natural riverine woodland, ideal for avid birdwatchers, while a tranquil massage sala and a well-equipped gym can be enjoyed in between game drives. Dinners are set in a candlelit courtyard or showcased as an African feast in the open-air boma.
Enjoy a variety of activities such as twice-daily game drives with intimate wildlife encounters, interpretive bush walks, a rhino notching conservation experience, or even a tailormade private safari suited for your needs. While staying with us, why not spoil yourself and your partner with a magical night in our dreamy sleepout under the stars, in the Ngala Treehouse Experience.
Why we love it
ICONIC BUSH LOCATION
Ngala Private Game Reserve shares unfenced borders with the world-renowned Kruger National Park, nearly 2 million hectares (4.9 million acres) of unrivalled wilderness and wildlife land, home to the Big Five and more species of large mammals than any other African game reserve.
EXCITING FAMILY SAFARIS
Ngala Safari Lodge is the ideal family lodge, with three Family Cottages, a Family Villa, and a dedicated WILDchild programme which is filled with fun, interactive activities that offer children the opportunity to leave with treasured memories of the African bush.
PRIVATE CONCESSION
Ngala Private Game Reserve has exclusive traversing rights on 14,700 hectares (36,324 acres) of wilderness land, which means our guests can explore the reserve on foot, go on a night drive, or sensitively go off-road, enabling unforgettable up-close wildlife encounters.
TREEHOUSE SLEEPOUT
The Ngala Treehouse is a remote overnight retreat that allows you to sleep on an elevated and safe platform. Complete with a warm, running shower and flushing toilet, this treehouse promises unsurpassed comfort while offering an exclusive wilderness experience.
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LEAVING OUR WORLD A BETTER PLACE
&Beyond’s acclaimed conservation policies led to Ngala becoming the first private reserve
to be incorporated into the world-famous Kruger National Park. Through a unique partnership
with WWF SA and the SANParks Trust, Ngala’s contributions directly influence
the expansion of various high biodiversity regions through the country, and assist SANParks
daily in their conservation and anti-poaching initiatives. Along with Wild Impact,
Ngala works closely with the neighbouring communities of Welverdiend, Hluvukani and Hlabekisa,
employing locally and investing in community education, healthcare and small business development.
Sustainability practices are a daily priority at Ngala and include the elimination of
plastic bottles and a focus on energy-saving initiatives.
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