Nestled near Malelane Gate, Kambaku River Lodge offers an enchanting retreat with 18 holes of golf and opportunities for game and wildlife viewing. Relax at Dzombo Spa with a hot stone massage or facial, then enjoy the daily manager's reception; previous guests have praised the experience.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
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Airport transfer
Connecting rooms available
Pool
Air conditioning
Spa
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Full-service spa
3 outdoor pools and lazy river
Breakfast available
Room service
Airport shuttle
Area shuttle
Shopping center shuttle
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Library
Feel at home (6)
Refrigerator
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Separate sitting area
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace
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Joao Luxury River Suite, River View
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Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 35 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
KFC - 16 min drive
Steers - 5 min drive
Juicy Lucy - 21 min drive
Nando's - 5 min drive
Debonairs Pizza - 16 min drive
About this property
Kambaku River Lodge
Adjacent to a golf course, Kambaku River Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Nkomazi. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, facials, or body scrubs. Other highlights at this luxurious lodge include 3 outdoor pools, a lazy river, and a snack bar/deli.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, French, Portuguese, Zulu
At a glance
Hotel size
7 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 10:30 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 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Children (8 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free covered onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
Area shuttle within 15 kilometers*
Shopping center shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
Barbecue grills
Private dining
Free daily reception
Room service
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Wildlife viewing
Shopping
Discount at nearby fitness center
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Safari nearby
Ziplining nearby
Services
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Golf clubs on site
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
5 buildings/towers
Built in 2015
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Adjacent to a golf course
3 outdoor pools
Full-service spa
Lazy river
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Colonial architecture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVR
32-inch TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Patio
Yard
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
Blender
Paper towels
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Composting
Recycling
Cleaning supplies
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa, Dzombo Spa. 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 open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 255 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 690 per person (one-way)
Area shuttle and shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 400
Firewood is available for an extra charge of ZAR 40 per day
Hosted evening meal costs ZAR 325
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Kambaku River Lodge Malelane
Kambaku River Malelane
Kambaku River
Kambaku River Lodge Lodge
Kambaku River Lodge Nkomazi
Kambaku River Lodge Lodge Nkomazi
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Kambaku River Lodge?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Kambaku River Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kambaku River Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Kambaku River Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 690 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kambaku River Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Kambaku River Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and ziplining. Additional recreation onsite includes game viewing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Kambaku River Lodge also has a lazy river and spa services, as well as a garden.
Does Kambaku River Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio and a yard.
What's the area around Kambaku River Lodge like?
Kambaku River Lodge is located by the river.
Popular attractions include Kruger National Park, which is 17 minutes away by car.
Kambaku River Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2023
Excellent facility with best in class service.
Keith
Keith, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2023
Fantastic location, luxurious peaceful stay
The location is wonderful with game regularly visiting the river from the Kruger opposite. When we arrived, about a dozen elephant were wading across and hippo were wallowing. The rooms each have their own private terraces where fires are lit each night, and open up into a lovely common area where birds and the 3 incumbent nyala are encouraged. Meals are served on your terrace, ask if you want tea or coffee delivered with breakfast rather than make your own from the room tray. Rooms are comfortable, it's about 15min drive to Melelane gate.
Diane
Diane, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2023
Kambuka River Lodge S.A
We stayed at Kambuka 30th July for 3 Nights celebrating our 30 year anniversary and can honestly say this Lodge is worth every one of its 5 Stars - its Pure Luxury.
The Location, service, food, staff, rooms and grounds are Truly Exceptional.
The WOW factor you get as you enter the lodge is one that will remain with us for years to come, Likewise the room is probably the best room we have ever stayed in.
We also went on a game drive in Kruger with Elvis 'The Driver' and again this exceeded all our expectations
The elephants, crocodiles and Hippos were regular visitors to Kambuka Lodge - Literally came up to the lodges viewing platform and this is a sight to behold.
That personal touch you receive from all staff is one that sets this lodge aside from others
Honestly this lodge is wonderful and one we will absolutely be returning to.
You have to see this Lodge to believe luxury of this quality exists
Thank you so much Kambuka for a wonderful stay
Ian and Katrina - UK
Ian
Ian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Ryan
Ryan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2025
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2024
Hébergement de très haut niveau bien situé avec vue sur le fleuve crocodile river et le Kruger personnel parfait ainsi que la cuisine quatrième séjour réussi
JEAN MICHEL
JEAN MICHEL, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2022
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2022
glendan
glendan, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 1, 2021
It was Great!
We’ve booked the self catering facility
However, i think it needs to be clearer that you can have full board as well..even in the self catering unit
At the price charged , i would expect a stocked fridge....
No questipon asked....
Johan
Johan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2021
Excelletn
My stay was excellent. Friendly staff and very clean place with an excellent view overlooking our room.
A really beautiful place. We felt very welcome from the first minute. Breakfast and dinner are served on your own terrace. Everything tasted great. The fire in the fire bowl made the dinner very atmospheric. Unfortunately we didn't have time to go on a safari. We would love to come back.
Kurt
Kurt, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2020
Absolutely fantastic. A beautifully designed, maintained and serviced property on the banks of the Crocodile River, running along the southern boundary of the stunning Kruger National Park.
Leanne and her delightful team provide a first class service, complete tranquility and privacy. Food served in your private residence is delicious and plentiful, rooms and grounds are immaculate.
We spent 2 nights here and one day lounging in our private pool, watching buffalo, hippo, deer and unidentified animals drinking and playing in the river all day.
A truly fantastic place that I recommend without hesitation.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2020
It was a treat to stay at Kambaku River Lodge. The ritual for breakfast and dinner is very special, with food arriving to the beat of a drum, a fire pit blazing and a lantern lit table, on your patio. The food was excellent and the fillet steak to die for...melt in your mouth.
We were lucky to see hippos in the river and another day a herd of elephants. We also spotted a buffalo, kudu and a family of warthogs as well as the usual herd of impalas that graze each day. The viewing platforms are terrific, with comfortable camp chairs and umbrella. Safaris into Kruger National Park are available if you wish to venture further than this piece of paradise. Bird feeders on the lawn attract all sorts of colourful birds with characteristics to amaze. We had the honeymoon suite with its private dipping pool. The kitchen is well equipped. Beds very comfortable and luxurious.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2020
The view was stunning. We saw elephants, giraffe, hippos, crocodiles, warthog.... all from our terrace!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2019
Nothing Short of Excellent
Our stay at Kambaku was absolutely magnificent! Leanne and her wonderful staff kept this place pristine and catered to all of our needs. We loved the food, the wine, the grounds, the friends we made, and of course mother nature. Stay here!
Jean Paul
Jean Paul, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2019
Very friendly team to take care of you.
Excellent eye to detail all little things taken care of to make your stay as easy and relaxing as possible.
Beautiful setting overlooking the river into the park.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2019
Das Paradies am Krüger Nationalpark. Tolle Anlage mit Blick in den Krüger, hier sieht man so einige Tiere
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2019
REGIS
REGIS, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2019
Prachtige plek tegenover het Kruger Park (de Crocodile river ligt er tussen). Prachtige ruime kamer inclusief volledig ingerichte keuken en prachtige badkamer. Ontbijt en evt. lunch/diner worden op je eigen veranda geserveerd. En gastvrij en lief personeel!
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2019
For anyone with an interest in wildlife this is a must, a real gem with a wonderful owner and lovely staff who give you a fantastic reception. Nothing is too much trouble and everyone is so friendly. If you do not want to go into the Krugar all the time you can see plenty of wildlife sitting in the garden. A place you will always want to go back to.
Verified traveler
6-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 15, 2019
Show de Horror! Nunca passei tanto nervoso!
Parecia filme de terror! Reservei esse hotel para passar minha lua de mel e foi um show de horror! Vou descrever algumas coisas pelas quais passei. 1)Longe de tudo: o hotel fica há proximadamente 40 minutos do aeroporto internacional do Kruger. Você precisa pegar uma estrada de terra, passar por umas fazendas para chegar no hotel. Super afastado de tudo! Por ser uma cidade pequena não há taxis e nem uber, somente transfers que custam caríssimo! SE VOCÊS NÃO FOREM ALUGAR CARRO, NEM VENHAM!
2) ME COBRARAM POR UM SAFARI QUE NÃO FIZ! Teve um dia que nós queríamos marcar um safari e pedimos para a dona do hotel agendar. A resposta dela foi que ela já tinha agendado. Como que ela agenda antes de nós pedirmos? Super estranho! Depois desta resposta dela, perguntei se aceitavam o cartão American Express e ela disse que não.
Diante dessa resposta eu falei pra ela que então precisava cancelar o safari pois eu não tinha outro cartão, nem uma quantidade grande de dinheiro vivo para pagar safari + hotel.
A resposta dela foi: Infelizmente eu já reservei e agora vocês vão ter que pagar! E ainda me disse que se eu quisesse ela me levava no banco pra sacar dinheiro! Como assim??? Eu cancelei com umas 10 horas de antecedência! ! E como que ela me marca um safari antes mesmo de eu pedir?
3) No hotel não servem almoço! Passei fome! Funcionários mal educados! Lugar longe de tudo! Não tem taxi nem uber na cidade! HORRIVEL
Giovanna
Giovanna, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2019
super Lage, super nettes Personal, super saubere Zimmer und Ausstattung, super Frühstück. Kann unbedingt weiter empfehlen.