Nkomazi Game Reserve is a destination of outstanding scenic beauty.
Nkomazi is an ecological Aladdins cave of natural treasures, from its towering ancient mountains to its broad river valleys and impressive grasslands containing countless animals and rare flora such as the Barberton Daisy. This area is often referred to as the holy grail of geology with some of the oldest rock formations on the planet.
Nkomazi Game Reserve Activities:
- Relaxation Retreat
- Mountain Biking
- Fly fishing
- Star gazing
- Guided Nature walks
- Game drives
Lodge Facilities:
- Dining tent
- Majilis lounge tent with viewing deck
- Outdoor boma dining area
- Relaxation Retreat
- Gift boutique
Tent Features:
- Comfort cooling/heating
- Ceiling fan
- International dial telephone
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- En-suite bathroom, with indoor shower
- Outdoor bath
- Private minibar
- Electronic safe
- Hairdryer
- Fitted international adaptors
- Private expansive teak sun decks with private plunge pool
Accommodation at Nkomazi Game Reserve:
Stretching over 15, 000 hectares, Nkomazi is a place where guests can experience tranquillity, witness the free-roaming wildlife and admire the landscapes of scenic beauty under the African sky. The reserve represents a kaleidoscope of Africas habitats in its ability to support both high and lowveld game species on the high-lying grassland and the low-lying bushveld areas therefore supporting an ecological balance.
Nkomazi boasts 10 luxury tents at Komati Tented Lodge. These tents are specially positioned to blend into the landscape and linked by walkways and paths through the bush. All tents are furnished with luxury campaign style furniture, creating a traditional Out of Africa feel with all the added comforts and luxuries of 5-star accommodation.
Situated on the banks of the Komati River, surrounded by towering mountains, broad river valleys and impressive grasslands, Nkomazi offers unique safari based activities to allow for a complete tailor-made experience.
Tent Configuration
All 10 tents can sleep a maximum of 2 adults per tent.
- 9 King bedded Noble Tents
- 1 Royal Tent with private lounge tent
All meals are included in the rates. Meals are served in the dining tent or in the boma, depending on the weather conditions.
Check in times: 15h30 (Gate pick-up time is a 14h30)
Check out times: 10h30 (Transfer time to gate is at 10h30)
* Fly Fishing
* Stargazing
* Guided Nature Walks
* Birding Safari
* Game Drives
SUGGESTED PACKING LIST
• Light-weight clothing
• Swimwear
• Warm clothing items
• Waterproof jacket
• Hat
• Sunblock
• Sunglasses
• Insect repellent
• Small flashlight
• Binoculars
• Camera
TEMPERATURE
Average Day Temperatures:
28 C (December to March)
26 C (April to May)
24 C (June to September)
28 C (October to November)
HEALTH
Nkomazi Private Game Reserve is classified
as a malaria-free area.
It is, however,
recommended that guests contact their
local travel clinic for advice on the
necessary precautionary measures for
visits to this region.
The six Deluxe Tents are framed by nature and are well-appointed,
offering a great deal of comfort. These tents sleep a maximum of
two adults and have panoramic views of Nkomazi Game Reserve.
Minimum 3 night stay applicable over the Peak Period
• Average Tent Size: 40 m2
• Mini bar stocked upon request, at an additional cost
• Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
• King or Twin size bed
• Luxury 300 thread count cotton linen
• Aircons (cooling and heating functions)
• En-suite bathroom with indoor shower
• Outside bath and shower
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Hairdryer
• International plugs
• Electronic safe
• Private sun deck with cold plunge pool
The Family Tents, also surrounded by the wild, is luxurious
and spacious. This tent sleeps a maximum of 4 adults
3 Night Minimum stay over Peak Period
• Tent Size: 80 m2
• Mini bar stocked upon request, at an additional cost
• Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
• King and Twin size bed
• Luxury 300 thread count cotton linen
• Aircons (cooling and heating functions)
• Lounge area
• En-suite bathroom with indoor shower
• Outside bath and shower
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Hairdryer
• International plugs
• Electronic safe
• Private sun deck with plunge pool
The Family Tents, also surrounded by the wild, is luxurious
and spacious. This tent sleeps a maximum of two adults and 2
children older than twelve.
3 Night Minimum stay over Peak Periods
• Tent Size: 80 m2
• Mini bar stocked upon request, at an additional cost
• Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
• King and Twin size bed
• Luxury 300 thread count cotton linen
• Aircons (cooling and heating functions)
• Lounge area
• En-suite bathroom with indoor shower
• Outside bath and shower
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Hairdryer
• International plugs
• Electronic safe
• Private sun deck with plunge pool
The six Luxury Tents are framed by nature and are
well-appointed, offering a great deal of comfort. These
tents sleep a maximum of two adults and are river facing.
3 Night Minimum Stay over the Peak Period.
• Average Tent Size: 40 m2
• Mini bar stocked upon request, at an additional cost
• Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
• King or Twin size bed
• Luxury 300 thread count cotton linen
• Aircons (cooling and heating functions)
• En-suite bathroom with indoor shower
• Outside bath and shower
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Hairdryer
• International plugs
• Electronic safe
• Private sun deck with cold plunge pool
Please check with reservations agent at time of enquiry
From Johannesburg
Take the N4 towards Witbank, turn right into Machadodorp and take the Badplaas turnoff. You will arrive at a T-junction (left to Baberton and right to Badplaas) - turn right towards Badplaas on the R38. Turn left onto the R541 to Lochiel and continue for 13.8 km. Turn left towards Tjakastad and continue for approximately 7 km. The entrance will be on your left hand side.
From Nelspruit
Head South along the R40 towards Barberton, before you arrive in the town of Barberton turn right onto the R38, marked Carolina. Just before you arrive in Badplaas turn left into the R541 to Lochiel and continue along for 13.8 km. Turn left towards Tjakastad and continue along the road for 7 km. The entrance will be on your left hand side.
Gate Transfers
The road from the gate to the lodge is not accessible by normal or 4x4 vehicles and therefore guests are transferred from the welcoming lounge (situated at the gate) to the lodge. Arriving guests will be picked up from the welcoming lounge at 13h00. Departing guests will depart the lodge at 11h00 to arrive back at the welcoming lounge at 11h20. Transfers at alternative times will be charged at an additional fee.
Generally classified as:
Infant: Under the age of 2
Child: Between the ages of 2 and 11
Adult: 12 years and older are considered adults and will therefore require their own rooms at the applicable rates
• 0 to 5 Year old’s are regrettably not allowed at Nkomazi due to safety regulations
• The new Family Tents will need to be used should there be 1/2 children traveling with 2 adults – Maximum 4 pax
• 1 child is able to share with one adult in a Deluxe Tent – child rate will apply. No child/children under the age of 12 may occupy a tent without an adult
• Children aged 6 to 9 years may join game drives at the discretion of the guide
• Persons should be 16 years or older for bush walks
