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Kambaku River Lodge

5.0 star property
Colonial lodge with 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Ndlulamithi Luxury Suite, River View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds
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.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Spa

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Ndlulamithi Luxury Suite, River View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Ndlulamithi Luxury Suite, River View

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  • 646 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 775 sq ft
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Shawu Luxury River Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Shawu Luxury River Suite

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  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
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  • 807 sq ft
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Joao Luxury River Suite, River View

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Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kambaku Luxury 2 Bedroom River House | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Kambaku Luxury 2 Bedroom River House

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 3229 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Nkomazi, Kambaku River Lodge is next to a golf course and on a river. Malelane Gate and Leopard Creek Country Club are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives.
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142 Strathmore, Rockvale, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320

What's nearby

  • Malelane Golf Club - 17 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Malelane Gate - 19 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Leopard Creek Country Club - 23 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Ilanga Mall - 46 min drive - 65.9 km
  • Mbombela Stadium - 47 min drive - 71.5 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Galito's Matsulu Container - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Train restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Kambaku River Lodge

Luxury lodge near Malelane Gate
Consider a stay at Kambaku River Lodge and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, game and wildlife viewing, and a free daily manager's reception. Indulge in a hot stone massage, a facial, and a body scrub at Dzombo Spa, the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and shopping on site.
Other perks include:
  • 3 outdoor pools along with a lazy river, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and games
  • Luggage storage, outdoor furniture, and a gift shop
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels and DVRs
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 km
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 255 per person
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of ZAR 325; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Game viewing
  • Games
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Lazy river
  • Library
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2015
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • DVR

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 400 for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 8 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 255 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 690 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 400 for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 325
  • Firewood fee: ZAR 40 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 8 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is 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

Does Kambaku River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

Is Kambaku River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kambaku River Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kambaku River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM– midnight for a fee of ZAR 400.

What time is check-out at Kambaku River Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Kambaku River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 690 per person applies.

Where is Kambaku River Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury lodge is 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from Malelane Gate and 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from Leopard Creek Country Club.

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Kambaku River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is phenomenal! Beautiful property with great river views with awesome wildlife sightings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best places I have ever stayed. Every aspect of it is top notch, from the food and accomodation to the incredible location and staff. Recommend to everybody.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facility with best in class service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moritz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply amazing!

This place is simply incredible - The houses are nicely decorated, fully equipped and very comfortable! Leanne and Martha are both lovely and always helpful. We saw elephants, buffalos and hippos right from the deck on the premises. Even though you are not technically in the park (and don't pay the park fee each day unless you enter) you are right at its border and can see animals at the river just in front. We are very happy we found this place and would definitively like to come back.

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEAN MICHEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

glendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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....
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelletn

My stay was excellent. Friendly staff and very clean place with an excellent view overlooking our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

のんびりするにはぴったりの場所

プール付のお部屋に2泊滞在しました。 ロッジの部屋から見える川にはカバやウォーターボックなどの動物が見られ、椅子に座ってのんびりするだけでも最高の時間でした！ クルーガーは今回が初めてでしたが、チェックイン時にゲームドライブに参加したいと伝えると、翌朝のロッジ主催のゲームドライブをブッキングしてくれました。 しかし、朝のゲームドライブ後に夜も参加したいと伝えるとフルブッキングだったので、予定が決まっている方は事前に予約した方が良さそうです。 朝食は朝のゲームドライブに行く場合、パックして前日の夜に渡してもらえます。 朝食、ディナーともにボリュームもちょうど良く、美味しかったです！ ただ、配膳してくれる方に英語がたまに通じなかったり、スタッフのサービスにばらつきがあるように感じました。 全体的にはお部屋、プールも綺麗で、心地の良い滞在でした。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was stunning. We saw elephants, giraffe, hippos, crocodiles, warthog.... all from our terrace!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jean Paul

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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!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Paradies am Krüger Nationalpark. Tolle Anlage mit Blick in den Krüger, hier sieht man so einige Tiere
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

REGIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019