What is the cancellation policy at Nkomazi Game Reserve?

Peak Season (20 December – 10 January) • Only written cancellations will be accepted; please ensure you receive an acknowledgment of cancellation from reservations • 50% of fee if cancellation is less than 60 days prior to arrival • 100% of fee if cancellation is less than 30 days prior to arrival General • Only written cancellations will be accepted; please ensure you receive an acknowledgment of cancellation from reservations • 25% of fee if cancellation is less than 30 days prior to arrival • 50% of fee if cancellation is less than 15 days prior to arrival • 100% of fee if cancellation is less than 7 days prior to arrival Group Deposit, Payment and Cancellation • Policy applies to bookings of eight (8) or more people • A minimum of a 2 night stay applies throughout the year • A 10% non-refundable deposit may be requested at the time of booking in order to secure rooms, depending on the size of the group • A 50% non-refundable deposit is payable 90 days prior to arrival • A 100% non-refundable payment 60 days prior to arrival to book accommodation now, check availability for Nkomazi Game Reserve at SA Places

How do I get to Nkomazi Game Reserve?

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. to book accommodation now, check availability for Nkomazi Game Reserve at SA Places

What is the Check-in and Check-out times at Nkomazi Game Reserve?

The check in time is 2:00 PM and Check Out time is 10:00 AM to book accommodation now, check availability for Nkomazi Game Reserve at SA Places

Nkomazi Game Reserve | Game Lodge | Badplaas, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Viewing the majestic rhinos — Game Drives

Spectacular bushveld scenary — Game Drives

Nkomazi Game Reserve - 145734 — OPEN-AIR BOMA - From time to time during the week, dinner is served in the open-air boma where a central fire creates warmth and a wonderfully comforting atmosphere. Guests can look forward to traditional game dishes, “potjiekos” or “braaivleis” which has been prepared on an open fire. Dining in the boma is a special occasion as guests can be hosted by their guide on request

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Nkomazi Game Reserve - 145735 — RIVER RETREAT SPA - Pampering sessions complete any breakaway, and those that are offered at Nkomazi Private Game Reserve are extra special. Listen to the sounds of the bush to add to the relaxation that is experienced through the range of treatment offered at our River Retreat. These can be booked prior to arrival via our reservations team

Nkomazi Game Reserve - 145736 — RIVER RETREAT SPA - Pampering sessions complete any breakaway, and those that are offered at Nkomazi Private Game Reserve are extra special. Listen to the sounds of the bush to add to the relaxation that is experienced through the range of treatment offered at our River Retreat. These can be booked prior to arrival via our reservations team

Nkomazi Game Reserve - 145737 — Game Drive - Sundowner - Nkomazi Private Game Reserve is a wildlife haven. This is where great natural beauty and the 3.7 billion years of history meet. Nature lovers can share in the many wonders of Nkomazi, its diversity of wildlife and habitat, its natural beauty and major geological finds. Interactive morning and evening game drives in open game-viewing vehicles form part of the Nkomazi Private Game Reserve experience. These drives last up to three hours, and guests are served tea or coffee at sunrise and a sundowner at sunset. Viewing diverse flora, including the Barberton daisy and the Protea, also forms part of these journeys

Nkomazi Game Reserve - 145738 — Game Drive Sightings

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Nkomazi Game Reserve - 145741 — Pre-Dawn Game Drive

Nkomazi Game Reserve - 145742 — Sunset - Game Drive

Nkomazi Game Reserve - 145743 — Gift Boutique - A lovely range of well-crafted items are on sale at Nkomazi Private Game Reserve’s boutique shop, perfect souvenirs or gifts

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Nkomazi Game Reserve - 145753 — Luxury Tent

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Nkomazi Game Reserve - 145771 — General Manager - Ashleigh Dunn

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Guest Rating: (1)
Accommodation Type: Game Lodge
Malaria Area: No
Sleeps: 20
Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM

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.

**No Children under the age of 12 years allowed at the Reserve**
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)

Terms And Conditions:

Please check with reservations agent at time of enquiry

Clothing and Accessories:

SUGGESTED PACKING LIST
• Light-weight clothing
• Swimwear
• Warm clothing items
• Waterproof jacket
• Hat
• Sunblock
• Sunglasses
• Insect repellent
• Small flashlight
• Binoculars
• Camera

Health and Climate:

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.

Activities:

* Fly Fishing
* Stargazing
* Guided Nature Walks
* Birding Safari
* Game Drives

Cancellation Policy:

Peak Season (20 December – 10 January)
• Only written cancellations will be accepted; please ensure you receive an acknowledgment of cancellation from reservations
• 50% of fee if cancellation is less than 60 days prior to arrival
• 100% of fee if cancellation is less than 30 days prior to arrival

General
• Only written cancellations will be accepted; please ensure you receive an acknowledgment of cancellation from reservations
• 25% of fee if cancellation is less than 30 days prior to arrival
• 50% of fee if cancellation is less than 15 days prior to arrival
• 100% of fee if cancellation is less than 7 days prior to arrival

Group Deposit, Payment and Cancellation
• Policy applies to bookings of eight (8) or more people
• A minimum of a 2 night stay applies throughout the year
• A 10% non-refundable deposit may be requested at the time of booking in order to secure rooms, depending on the size of the group
• A 50% non-refundable deposit is payable 90 days prior to arrival
• A 100% non-refundable payment 60 days prior to arrival

Facilities & Services available:

Children under 12 years
Elderly
Honeymoon Couples
Laundry Service

24-Hour Room Service
Conference facilities
Wedding facilities
Dining room

Restaurant
Spa
Curio Shop
Internet Access

Parking (off-street - open)
English
Hiking / Walking Trails
Swimming Pool

Nkomazi Game Reserve is a Game Lodge in Badplaas Mpumalanga South Africa

Directions:

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.

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Children Policy

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

Rooms and Units Available at Nkomazi Game Reserve

Deluxe Tent

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

Amount of similar units: 6
Sleeps 2 Adults

Family Tent No 2

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

Sleeps 4 Adults

Family Tent No. 1

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

Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 children

Luxury Tent

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