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5-star property · VAALWATER

Shambala Zulu Camp & Private Safari Lodge

R517, Waterberg, VAALWATER

5 star rating 5-star
What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Bar
Secure parking
Spa centre
About this hotel

Nestled in the magnificent Waterberg Mountain Range of Limpopo, a mere two-hour drive from Johannesburg, Shambala Private Game Reserve offers a tranquil escape. This malaria-free reserve boasts the Big Five, cheetahs, antelopes, spotted hyenas, and more. Hippopotamuses and Nile crocodiles inhabit the Sterkstroom River and Douw Steyn Dam. A diverse array of bird and tree species further enhances the unparalleled wildl…

Nestled in the magnificent Waterberg Mountain Range of Limpopo, a mere two-hour drive from Johannesburg, Shambala Private Game Reserve offers a tranquil escape. This malaria-free reserve boasts the Big Five, cheetahs, antelopes, spotted hyenas, and more. Hippopotamuses and Nile crocodiles inhabit the Sterkstroom River and Douw Steyn Dam. A diverse array of bird and tree species further enhances the unparalleled wildlife experience. Your stay includes two daily game drives, a cruise on the Douw Steyn Dam, stargazing, accompanied bush walks, all meals, and a selection of fine South African wines, spirits, and beverages. Indulge in traditional massages, facials, and mani/pedicures at the Shambala Spa. Children under five are not permitted.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
From 14:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
Until 11:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Babysitting service charge applies Spa centre charge applies Late Check-out charge applies Airport Shuttle charge applies Valet parking charge applies Early Check-in charge applies Wi-fi charge applies Safari charge applies 24-hour security charge applies Transfer service charge applies Hotel safe charge applies Spa treatments charge applies Massage charge applies Car park charge applies Bicycle hire service charge applies Laundry service charge applies Room service charge applies Game room charge applies Hairdressing salon charge applies
Amenities & services

70 facilities across 8 categories.

Facilities
32
  • Bellboy service
  • Wi-fi
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Local and international calls
  • Secure parking
  • Room service
  • Luggage room
  • Laundry service
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Car park
  • Sun terrace
  • 24-hour security
  • Multilingual staff
  • Babysitting service
  • Transfer service
  • Valet parking
  • Concierge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Hotel safe
  • Smoke detector
  • Library
  • Grill/BBQ (1)
  • BBQ facilities
  • Clothes dryer
  • Dining area (1)
  • Toaster (1)
  • Garden
  • Late Check-out
  • Terrace
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Fireplace
Meals
13
  • Special dietary options
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Continental breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Snacks
  • Early bird breakfast
  • Hot breakfast
  • Picnic
  • Gluten-free meals
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Full board with drinks
Location
8
  • Double rooms (8)
  • Single rooms (8)
  • Year of construction (2010)
  • Total number of rooms (14)
  • Suites (6)
  • Number of floors (annexe) (1)
  • Connecting rooms
  • Number of floors (main building) (1)
Catering
6
  • Bar
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Smoking area
  • Café
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast room
Entertainment
5
  • Game room
  • Parasols
  • Sun loungers
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (1)
  • TV lounge
Health
4
  • Spa centre
  • Massage
  • Hairdressing salon
  • Spa treatments
Hotel type
1
  • lodge
Sports
1
  • Safari
Room types at this hotel

9 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Apartment · Standard
Sleeps 1–10
Cha · B3
Sleeps 6–10
Cha · Kg Su
Sleeps 6–10
Cha · Lx 1
Sleeps 6–10
Cha · Rv
Sleeps 1–2
Cha · Standard
Sleeps 6–10
Cha · Su
Sleeps 6–10
Vil · Standard
Sleeps 1–2
Vil · St 1
Sleeps 2–20
Location

R517, Waterberg, VAALWATER

Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inFrom 14:00
  • Check-outUntil 11:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • Visa Electrón
  • Maestro
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Diners Club
  • JCB
  • American Express

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
  • Minimum check-in age
  • Only Adults
  • Early Check-in
  • No hen/stag or any other parties allowed
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Guests also considered

Travelling to South Africa? We handle the visa too.

Green Apple is a DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house — the same desk that books your room can prepare your South Africa visa file. One conversation covers the whole trip.

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Shambala Zulu Camp & Private Safari Lodge?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at Shambala Zulu Camp & Private Safari Lodge?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, Shambala Zulu Camp & Private Safari Lodge accepts Visa Electrón, Maestro, Visa, MasterCard. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does Shambala Zulu Camp & Private Safari Lodge offer?

Key amenities at Shambala Zulu Camp & Private Safari Lodge include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Restaurant, Bar, Secure parking. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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