Turning your safari experience into something extraordinary, especially when it involves the unique combination of permanently flowing water slicing through a pristine African wilderness. At Bundox River Lodge, the views over the omnipresent Olifants River create pure safari magic. This is unplugged Africa at its best!
Perched on a gentle bend in the perennial Olifants River in the far north of the Balule Game Reserve, this brand-new tented camp has breathtaking upstream and downstream views from its raised position on the southern riverbank. Magnificent riparian trees line the banks, providing dappled shade and cover for predator and prey alike. Tucked away under the leafy canopy, the camp becomes one with its surroundings.
Raised on wooden walkways to limit the impact on the sensitive riverbank it’s a mystical haven that whispers of adventure and the spirit of wild Africa. Irresistible… Alluring… Beguiling…
In-Room facilities:
* En-suite bathroom
* Bathroom amenities
* Coffee/tea facilities
* Patio
* Terrace
* Non-smoking
* Sitting area
* Lockable safe
* Fan
* River views
Establishment Facilities:
* All-inclusive accommodation
* Bar / Lounge
* BBQ / Picnic area
* Secured parking
* Free parking
Connectivity:
• Limited cellphone signal
• Serenity Unplugged: Step away from the hustle and bustle, and embark on a digital detox journey at our off-the-grid retreat
• Solar electricity (220v)
Experiences:
• Morning game drive or bush walk with a coffee stop en route
• Afternoon/evening game drive with sundowner stop en-route
• Immersive safari experiences in a small, intimate bush camp setting
• Pre-dinner drinks around a fire in the boma
• Breakfast, lunch, and three-course dinner included
Hightlights:
• Picnic lunches in a scenic spot
• Sundowners atop a koppie with sensational views
• Stargazing evenings
• Swapping safari tales around the campfire• Wonderful, home-cooked meals
• Incredible views
• Great game viewing
• History aplenty
Details:
• Ideal for extended families and groups of friends
• Authentic, immersive safari experience in a small, intimate camp
• No children under the age of 16 unless the camp is booked exclusively
• Camp not suitable for small children
• Some steps as the camp is situated on top of a river bank
• Not wheelchair-friendly
SUSTAINABILITY / Your safari benefits local people and conservation efforts in the Greater Kruger Camp is mostly off-grid with solar power | Camp is water-wise.
* Game viewing
* Game drives
* Bird watching
* Walking
* Hiking
* Stargazing
- Activities include 2 game drives per day
- If you stay for 3 nights a boat trip on the Olifants River is included
CLOTHING
• Lightweight comfortable clothing in neutral colours.
• In the winter add a puffer jacket or fleece, beanie hat, gloves and scarf
• Layers are perfect.
SEASONS
• Spring: 1 September to 1 December
• Summer: 1 December to 1 March
• Autumn: 1 March to 1 June
• Winter: 1 June to 1 September
CANCELLATION POLICY
• Cancellations are only accepted in writing.
• Once the booking is confirmed and then cancelled an admin fee of 15% of the deposit will be charged
Other Cancellation Fees:
• Deposit forfeited between 60 and 46 days of arrival: 30%
• Deposit forfeited between 45 and 31 days of arrival: 70%
• Deposit/payment forfeited 30 days or less from arrival: 100%
RESERVATION TERMS & CONDITIONS
These terms and conditions will
apply to all bookings made or amended by any person, whether a booking
is made by an agent or Tour Operator for its clients or by a guest
making a booking directly.
ALL RESERVATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO THE
ACCEPTANCE OF OUR STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS WHICH ARE SENT TO YOU IN
A SEPARATE ATTACHMENT
GENERAL
• Rates are based on per person per night sharing unless otherwise stated.
• Quoted in South African Rand (ZAR) unless otherwise stated.
• South African rates include 15% VAT
• VAT is determined by South African Government Regulations and is subject to change
• Rates are valid for the year 2024.
GUEST POLICIES
• Strictly no pets allowed on any premises.
• Smoking is permitted in designated areas.
• Littering and feeding of animals are prohibited.
• Check-in time: 2 pm / Check-out time: 10 am
SINGLE RATE
Single occupancy of a room against a special will be allocated on a fair use basis (50% single rate applies)
PAYMENT POLICY
• A 50% deposit is to be made within 48 hours to confirm the booking.
• A booking is held as provisional until the deposit is received.
• The balance of payment is due 30 days before arrival.
• If a booking is made within 45 days of arrival, full payment is due on confirmation.
CANCELLATION POLICY
• Cancellations are only accepted in writing.
• Once the booking is confirmed and then cancelled an admin fee of 15% of the deposit will be charged
Other Cancellation Fees:
• Deposit forfeited between 60 and 46 days of arrival: 30%
• Deposit forfeited between 45 and 31 days of arrival: 70%
• Deposit/payment forfeited 30 days or less from arrival: 100%
We recommend you take out comprehensive travel insurance which covers cancellation. Bundox accepts no liability should you choose not to take travel insurance.
LOCATION: Northern Balule Game Reserve , Greater Kruger National Park, Limpopo, South Africa
CO-ORDINATES:S24°04’48.7”, E31°04’36.6”
Bundox River Lodge is located only 57.6 km from Hoedspruit and is easily and affordably accessed by self-drivers from Eastgate Airport. Alternatively, a road transfer from airport to the camp can be arranged. * Self-drivers will meet the guide at the Grietjie Balule gate and park their vehicles in a secured parking area. Our guides will be there to meet new guests and take them to camp in a game viewer, so the safari begins as soon as one is through the gate! * Conservation levy and Vehicle Entry fee are payable on booking. From O.R. Tambo International Airport: - Take the N12 or N4 highway to Witbank / eMalahleni (from Johannesburg Airport, follow signs to Boksburg to find the N12); - Follow the N4 highway past Middleburg (Toll Plaza) and take the Belfast turnoff towards Dullstroom on the R540; - Continue through Lydenburg and Ohrigstad on the R36, go through the Strydom Tunnel and take the R527 to Hoedspruit; - Turn left onto the R40; - Follow the R40 towards Phalaborwa; - Continue on the R40 (the road eventually turns into the R530 as you get close to Phalaborwa) - Take the Grietjie Balule turn-off (it is well-signposted) and drive to the Grietjie Balule gate; - Sign-in at the gate and the team will meet you here; - Bundox River Lodge will be at Balule North, Farm Doreen, Greater Kruger National Park.
ACCESS
FLY:
• Daily flights to Hoedspruit’s Eastgate Airport from Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport and Cape Town International Airport.
DRIVE:
• 45 minutes by road from Eastgate Airport. Transfers can be arranged.
You will be collected at the reserve gate.
• Six hours by road from Johannesburg, via Polokwane and Tzaneen (recommended route)
No children under 16 years of age are allowed at Bundox River Lodge. Children aged 12 years and older are welcome provided the camp is booked out exclusively.
