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Imbali Safari Lodge

5.0 star property
All-inclusive hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 3,039
AED 3,549 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

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Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Kruger Park, Skukuza, Imbali Concession, Mpumalanga, 1350

What's nearby

  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 80 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Kruger National Park - 95 min drive - 50.4 km
  • Orpen Gate - 95 min drive - 50.4 km
  • Silolweni Lake - 106 min drive - 62.9 km

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 165 min drive

About this property

Imbali Safari Lodge

Luxury boutique hotel in a national park
Take advantage of game and wildlife viewing, a terrace, and a garden at Imbali Safari Lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, concierge services, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Imbali Safari Lodge feature comforts such as private plunge pools and furnished patios, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and hair dryers
  • Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

All inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • Game/wildlife drives
  • Game/wildlife viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

More

  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Private plunge pool
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 3 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property does not permit children under 7 years old on game drives. Children ages 8-12 are permitted on game drives at management discretion. Children age 12 and older are permitted on game drives, and are charged the adult rate per game drive.
Guests must notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time to arrange check-in. Late check-in may not be possible, and will incur a fee.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 7 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 135 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 920 per person (one-way)

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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 7 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Imbali
Imbali Lodge
Imbali Safari
Imbali Safari Kruger National Park
Imbali Safari Lodge
Imbali Safari Lodge Kruger National Park
Imbali Safari Hotel Kruger National Park
Imbali Safari Lodge Hotel
Imbali Safari Lodge Imbali Concession
Imbali Safari Lodge Hotel Imbali Concession

Frequently asked questions

Does Imbali Safari Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Imbali Safari Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Imbali Safari Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Imbali Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 3 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Imbali Safari Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Imbali Safari Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 10:00 AM–2:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 920 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Imbali Safari Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Imbali Safari Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this all-inclusive hotel is within 32 mi (52 km) of Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Kruger National Park, and Orpen Gate.

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Imbali Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Willem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing and authentic safari experience
Our stay at Imbali was amazing. The staff were all very friendly and always there to help The room was awesome, overlooking the river, with the occasional animal coming past! The plunge pool was welcome after a hot game drive too!!! Talking of game drives, big shout out to our guide Marc who was excellent, very knowledgeable and very friendly. Staying at the Imbali Lodge in Kruger was a genuinely amazing and authentic safari experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Short safari trip
Picked imbali as a good place for a short 3 day safari. Food portions were large and of good quality . There are some areas where the wood at the lodge and around the property need some replacement but overall didn’t detract from a lovely setting . Watering hole for elephants is directly opposite the restaurant area so good for breakfast and lunch . Safari drives were good and Jayden did a great job for us . Would have been nice to have a transfer from local airport Skukuza included in the cost of the room. Private hire was around £135 each way.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Imbali Safari Lodge is a fantastic Kruger destination. The staff is super friendly and service is excellent. The tiki hut style rooms are very comfortable and include a nice 4 piece bathroom, privacy screened deck with plunge pool, lounge chairs, mosquito netted king bed, coffee and a fully stocked fridge. Food is excellent with buffet style breakfast and lunch. Dinner selections are served in courses and have been delicious. Game viewing from the main deck has been great as well. I have attached just a few game pics. Wonderful to enjoy a beverage while witnessing nature's wonders. The game drives are also a great experience. Victor, our driver always greets with a friendly smile and shares a wealth of knowledge. Couldn't hope for better!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

FICHET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Séjour inoubliable.
Superbe lodge intimiste (peu de chambres) situé dans les profondeurs du parc Kruger. Aucun dérangement des autres hôtes ce qui permet d’être au cœur de la nature. Belle suite avec terrasse privative nous permettant d’observer les nombreux animaux (éléphants, girafes …) Personnels très attentionnés. L’ensemble des repas (formule all inclusive) était d’une grande qualité (très bon cuisinier) Les deux safaris par jours sont magiques.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

NIKUNJKUMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and the rooms are beautiful . Only complaint is the strength of the AC in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Where to start? The game drives were outstanding as was the food. Our guide/tracker was very knowledgable and did an effort to find as much wildlife as he could. But at the same time, he ensured that we were all ok and loved to crack a joke every now and then. It made our game drives very special. The rooms were large with a view over the river. All of them had a private plunge pool and a private deck. During the drives, the rooms were made up very nicely which made us feel at home. And then there is the staff… all of them were genuinely friendly, caring and helpful. It was very nice to have a chat with them about the wildlife, nature but also everyday life. Staff of an accommodation can make or break your stay, Imbali’s superb staff made ours very special. A big thank you for your wonderful service which made our safari a truly wonderful experience! We miss you guys already!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradis sur Terre
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Praxedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente Lodge con safaris
Excelente lodge. Cuenta con 2 safaris por día incluidos en la tarifa del hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Das Essen und die angebotenen Safari-Touren waren toll. Beim Essen konnte man am gegenüberliegenden Wasserloch Tiere beobachten. Die Unterkunft selbst ist in die Jahre gekommen. Im Detail war vieles sehr abgenutzt oder gar kaputt (z.B. Tür zur Terrasse, Moskitonetz war löchrig). Schade für den Preis.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alice, Pau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cadre paradisiaque. Safari d’exception avec un guide compétent et passionné. Chambre luxueuse avec terrasse et mini piscine face aux animaux. Escorte le soir pour éviter tête à tête avec un félin .... fabuleux !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can't say enough about this beautiful place and the beautiful people who work here! I don't normally stay at such nice places so my cousin and I enjoyed every minute - from eating lunch with an elephant herd and going on game drive with Julie to find wild dogs! So peaceful and I thank everyone who made our stay so special!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, nice staff. Quiet, perfect for a honeymoon
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastisk opplevelse. God mat og service, fantastiske safariturer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tatiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nossa melhor escolha no Kruger, hotel incrível!
Experiência incrível, tudo foi muito bom! Passamos uma única noite no hotel (infelizmente), mas fomos super bem recebidos e bem cuidados. Nosso quarto era grande, bonito e confortável, as áreas comuns são lindas e bem cuidadas, com uma vista privilegiada - almoçamos olhando pra elefantes e zebras. Os safáris foram incríveis, vimos muitos animais e recebemos várias informações legais do guia. As refeições são ótimas, comida deliciosa e bem elaborado, com muito capricho e presteza de todos. Só temos elogios para o hotel, tudo pensado pra que sua experiência seja a melhor em todos os aspectos. A nossa foi assim! Voltaremos sem dúvidas numa próxima viagem ao Kruger e recomendamos a todos.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quase perfeito! Ficaria mais!
Hotel com boa relação custo benefício dentro do parque. Quarto maravilhoso (quarto n•5) com vista para os animais e um deck com piscina (que estava suja pois era inverno). Alguns veadinhos vieram beber água na piscina e babuínos passaram pelo telhado e deck bem a nossa frente! Incrível de lindo! Peça o quarto 4 ou 5 que tem a mesma vista do restaurante! Do restaurante pode-se saborear a refeição assistindo a animais q se revezam na frente do hotel. Isso é ponto alto deste hotel! O jantar oferecido no esquema menu é muito bom. Já o almoço é buffet e deixa a desejar pela categoria do hotel, daria 4 estrelas para a comida. Várias bebidas alcoólicas e não alcoólicas incluídas. Quanto a localização, fica distante do aeroporto cerca de 2 h, por isso é importante que o voo chegue cedo para não correr o risco de não chegar a tempo do Safari das 15:30 ou mesmo do fechamento do parque. O Transfer oferecido pelo hotel é caro, recomendo alugar um carro. Nos game drives havia apenas 1 guia, e não 2 (motorista + ranger). Mas não houve qualquer situação de risco, embora seja uma falha grave de segurança. Todo staff do hotel é muito solicito e educado. O único ponto que nos incomodou bastante foi a insistência por gorjetas de um dos rapazes. Tudo que fazia já estendia a mão para tocar esperando por gorjetas. Chato e deselegante. Estamos em um hotel all inclusive em que o hóspede quer se desligar de obrigações. No hotel há a caixa para gorjetas, do staff e dos guias que serve para isso!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, London UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I had booked Imbali Safari Lodge for two nights and they overbooked the lodge the first night and made us go to the much smaller and less nice Hoyo Hoyo resort for one night and then TRANSFER back to Imbali Safari Lodge. No email or prior communication was given to me regarding this exchange. The lady Bunny was not at all helpful and rude. She told us to chase after a car heading to Hoyo Hoyo to find the place which was nowhere to be found. Finally, a nicer lady at the hotel got one of the staff to show us the way. This was totally inacceptable as I had booked specifically Imbali Safari Lodge which was MUCH nicer with a larger room/bathroom and outdoor terrace and mini pool. Aside from this incident, overall service was great, the food was good, the game rides were awesome and once we shifted to Imbali Safari Lodge, we enjoyed our (albeit now shortened) stay. I blame the Head Office for this last minute change without any communication mostly. I would have expected early communication and some sort of compensation for moving us to a crappier room/lodge when we paid for the larger/nicer one.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniela, München

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wunderschöne Lodge mitten im Nationalpark.Das Personal ist super nett. Das Essen super. Durch die Wasserstelle direkt vor der Lodge kann man quasi den gesamten Tag von der Terrasse Tiere beobachten. Die Lodges sind super schön eingerichtet und alle mit eigenem Pool. Auch die Game Drives sind absolut super. Ich kann die Lodge nur weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super bel endroit. Très propre. La fontaine d’eau installée en face fait en sorte qu’on voit beaucoup d’animaux venir s’abreuver et se rafraichir. C’est très intéressant. Les tours sont très bien, directement dans la savane et nous furent chanceux de tomber sur une meute de chiens sauvages en chasse. Lors de notre séjour on voyait moins d’animaux que dans la partie sud du parc. La nourriture est excellente et copieuse. Le BBQ est super car cela permet d’essayer des mets sud-africains. Le wifi est fonctionnel à la réception (pas dans les chambres). Le service est très bien.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Sibelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Inflexiveis
Fiz minha reserva no hotel e paguei antecipadamente. Meu voo da cidade original foi cancelado, logo perdi todas as outras conexões. Com 5 dias de antecedência entrei em contato com os hoteis para remarcação da estadia. O Imbali foi o único que de maneira irredutível fez a cobrança integral dos 2500 dolares por 2 noites e sequer cogitou remarcar no periodo habil para nova viagem. Fiquei extremamente decepcionada pela maneira com que tratam os clientes.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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