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Baluleni Safari Lodge
Our tranquil and peaceful, unfenced Lodge on the shores of the Olifants River, in the 40 000 ha Balule Nature Reserve inside the greater Kruger National Park, offers the splendor of the natural African Bush with breathtaking sunsets, wildlife which includes the Big 5, bird watching, safaris, bush walks, boma-dinners under the stars, and is often referred to by guests as “Paradise” or “Heaven on Earth”.
Welcome to Baluleni Safari Lodge “where the river always flows”, far away from the man-made world - here I am man, here I dare to be (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe)

Enjoy a unique African Safari experience - go on guided open vehicle safaris, learn about the wilderness on a bush walk, listen to the sounds of the African Bush while dining under the stars, or relax at the Lodge by the poolside.
Our Lodge on the shores of the Olifants River offers secluded and comfortable accommodation in 5 air-conditioned en-suite chalets, 2 luxury en-suite tents with ceiling fans, and 1 air-conditioned en-suite honeymoon cottage; while full breakfast/high tea and dinners are served at our licensed dining/bar area or around the fire in the boma under the African skies.
Enjoy superb service and cuisine.

Activities:

Animal sightings are a daily occurrence. Vervet monkeys, hippos, bushbuck, warthogs, porcupines, elephants, lions, crocodiles, waterbuck, etc. have been seen from time to time at the riverfront around the lodge.

Baluleni Safari Lodge is the ideal place to relax and unwind in total privacy, but is also situated between Orpen and Phalaborwa Gates inside the greater Kruger National Park, and offers you the opportunity to visit many of the tourist attractions.

The public section of the Kruger Park, surrounding towns, and other activities such as the Cheetah Breeding Project, Panorama Route, Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre, or Jessica the tame Hippo, Tshukudu for breakfast walk with Cheetahs and game drives, boat safaris on the Olifants River, are within a short driving distance.
Enjoy a unique African Safari experience - go on guided open vehicle safaris, learn about the wilderness on a bush walk, listen to the sounds of the African Bush while dining under the stars, or simply relax at the lodge by the poolside.

Rooms and Units Available:

Exclusive Riverside Chalet 1
Double bed with en-suite shower, toilet and wash basin, built in wardrobe, lounge area with comfortable sleeper couch, private patio, air conditioning , ceiling fan, mosquito nets, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities, dressing table/mirror/hair dryer
Sleeps 2 Adults

Exclusive Riverside Chalet 2
Double bed with en-suite shower, toilet and wash basin, built in wardrobe, lounge area with comfortable sleeper couch, private patio, air conditioning , ceiling fan, mosquito nets, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities, dressing table/mirror/hair dryer
Sleeps 2 Adults

Exclusive Riverside Chalet 3
Double bed with en-suite shower, toilet and wash basin, built in wardrobe, lounge area with comfortable sleeper couch, private patio, air conditioning , ceiling fan, mosquito nets, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities, dressing table/mirror/hair dryer
Sleeps 2 Adults

Garden Chalet 4
Double bed with en-suite shower, toilet and wash basin, built in wardrobe, lounge area with comfortable sleeper couch, private patio, air conditioning , ceiling fan, mosquito nets, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities, dressing table/mirror/hair dryer
Sleeps 2 Adults

Garden Chalet 5
Double bed with en-suite shower, toilet and wash basin, built in wardrobe, lounge area with comfortable sleeper couch, private patio, air conditioning , ceiling fan, mosquito nets, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities, dressing table/mirror/hair dryer
Sleeps 2 Adults

Luxury Safari Tent 1
Two 3/4 beds plus 1 single bed with en-suite bath, shower, wash basin and toilet, wardrobe, private patior, ceiling fan, fridge with mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing table with mirror and hair dryer, bathroom amenities
Sleeps 3 Adults

Luxury Safari Tent 2
Two 3/4 beds plus 1 single bed with en-suite bath, shower, wash basin and toilet, wardrobe, private patior, ceiling fan, fridge with mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing table with mirror and hair dryer, bathroom amenities
Sleeps 3 Adults

Ranger Cottage
Queen size bed with an en-suite inside & outside shower. The Chalet is facing towards the Olifants River with an inside lounge area, private patio, and a beautiful view onto a waterhole where there is an animal pathway.
Sleeps 2 Adults

Facilities & Services available:

Elderly
Honeymoon Couples
Airport Shuttle Service
Babysitting Service
Laundry Service
Ironing Service
Special Meals on Request
Team Building
Bar on the Premises
Dining room
Restaurant
Curio Shop
Fireplace on the Premises
Garden
Internet Access
Tourism Information Desk
Wi-Fi
Afrikaans
English
Other Language
DVD and/or VCR
Hiking / Walking Trails
Swimming Pool
No Pets Allowed

Cancellation Policy:

If a booking is cancelled less than 7 days before the proposed date of stay the amount paid will be forfeited. Cancellations more than 7 in advance will receive 50 % of the deposit back.

Directions:

  • From Johannesburg join the N12 (or N4 from Pretoria) and follow it to Witbank (eMalahleni). The N12 joins the N4 and continues to Belfast.  At Belfast turn onto the R540 and follow it to Dullstroom and Lydenburg. Pass through Lydenburg (Mashishing) and onto the R36 towards Ohrigstad. In Ohrigstad follow the R36 over the Abel Erasmus Pass and through the tunnel drive for 10km and turn left (at the fuel station) towards Phalaborwa at the Phalaborwa signboard.  Drive for 27km on this road and when you reach the T-junction, turn left onto the R40 towards Phalaborwa. Continue past the Balule Grietjie Gate.
  • From Hoedspruit.  Follow the R40 from Hoedspruit for about 55km. At the Balule Grietjie Gate signboard turn right onto the gravel road. Drive for about 300m on this road to the Grietjie Gate.
  • From Polokwane.  Follow the R71 from Polokwane to Tzaneen through Gravelotte and continue the R71 (do NOT turn to Phalaborwa at Gravelotte) but continue straight from Gravelotte another 30km until T-junction then turn left towards Phalaborwa. Continue past the Balule Parsons Gate sign and drive on the R40 for approximately for 20km where you will turn right at the Balule Grietjie Gate signboard. Drive for about 300m to the Grietjie Gate. 
  • From Grietjie Gate.  Once you drive through the Balule Grietjie Gate continue the road and then go straight at the crossing. Drive for another 2.8km and keep left on the Y-crossing. After 450 meters turn left into Baluleni Safari Lodge (Plot 13). Continue this road for 800m and you will have reached the Lodge.

 


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  • Accommodation Type: Game Lodge and Self-Catering
  • Sleeps: 18
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
    Check-out: 10:00 AM