Pondoro Game Lodge is set on the banks of the Olifants River in the exclusive 50 000 hectare Balule Private Nature Reserve inside the Greater Kruger National Park. In this small very exclusive 16-bed lodge you will discover the true way to experience the African Bush.

Pondoro has 3 architecturally designed standard chalets overlooking the Olifants River. Each chalet has been beautifully decorated with an African theme. All chalets have en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, mosquito nets and a wooden deck.

At Pondoro you are invited to indulge in the ultimate luxury when selecting anyone of our 5 luxury suites during your stay. All our suites are air-conditioned and architecturally designed offering modern comforts in an ancient setting. Each suite is provided with a private wooden deck with a natural looking Jacuzzi, lounge area and an outside shower for those who are adventurous at heart.

Our spa offers an escape to a place of sophistication and indulgence, where one is surrounded by elegant décor and cascading waterfalls, in an environment with a breathtaking ambiance. Revitalize your mind, body and soul with classic spa treatments where an exclusive personal approach is taken incorporating innovative and authentic spa and face treatments which range from a glass covered steam room, a spa bath under the wide African sky to a massage in the privacy of your room.

Highlights

• The superb location on the Olifants river and the exclusivity of a small  lodge.
• All local drinks and house wines complementary.
• Window seats for every guest - only 6 guests max allowed on a vehicle.
• 10 000ha traversing with low vehicle density - stay longer at sightings. 
• A complimentary picnic at a hide overlooking a waterhole that must be pre-booked.
• One of the best places in Africa to see the endangered black rhino.
• The Black Mamba Anti-poaching tours to ops room done every Wednesday and Saturday.