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Karongwe River Safari Lodge — exterior view
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5-star property · Limpopo

Karongwe River Safari Lodge

1 Karongwe Reserve R36 Lydenburg Road, 1, Limpopo

5 star rating 5-star
What stands out
Wi-fi
Outdoor freshwater pool
Restaurant
Bar
Secure parking
Spa treatments
About this hotel

A sanctuary shaped by water and wilderness, River Safari Lodge offers a cinematic setting where every moment unfolds with intimacy, refinement and a deep connection to place. Spacious suites, wide decks and tranquil spaces to pause between game drives. Intimate and unique, the lodge sits on the banks of the Makhutswi River with the Drakensberg Escarpment rising in the distance. Guests enjoy gourmet plated meals, wa…

A sanctuary shaped by water and wilderness, River Safari Lodge offers a cinematic setting where every moment unfolds with intimacy, refinement and a deep connection to place. Spacious suites, wide decks and tranquil spaces to pause between game drives. Intimate and unique, the lodge sits on the banks of the Makhutswi River with the Drakensberg Escarpment rising in the distance. Guests enjoy gourmet plated meals, warm hospitality and a setting that is ideal for honeymoons, small romantic weddings or simply time together.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
13:00–17:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
09:00–11:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

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

Snacks charge applies Bar charge applies Special dietary options charge applies Halal meal charge applies Laundry service charge applies Entertainment programme for children charge applies Massage charge applies Spa treatments charge applies Day-care centre charge applies Babysitting service charge applies Transfer service charge applies Local and international calls charge applies Airport Shuttle charge applies Show cooking charge applies Spa centre charge applies
Amenities & services

80 facilities across 8 categories.

Facilities
29
  • Secure parking
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Bellboy service
  • Launderette
  • Multilingual staff
  • Laundry service
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Transfer service
  • Babysitting service
  • Day-care centre
  • Car park
  • Key Collection
  • Fireplace
  • Hotel safe
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Clothes dryer
  • 24-hour reception
  • Dining area
  • Concierge
  • Late Check-out
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Luggage room
  • Local and international calls
  • Shop
  • Wi-fi
  • Garden
Meals
25
  • Halal meal
  • À la carte lunch
  • Buffet dinner
  • Buffet lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Continental breakfast
  • Set menu dinner
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Snacks
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Special dietary options
  • Early bird breakfast
  • Late riser breakfast
  • Hot breakfast
  • Breakfast served to the table
  • Picnic
  • Gluten-free meals
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Full board with non-alcoholic drinks
  • All inclusive with non-alcoholic drinks
  • Full board
  • Breakfast a la carte
  • Vegan meal
Location
8
  • Superior rooms (2)
  • Executive rooms (2)
  • Accessible rooms (1)
  • Family rooms (2)
  • Year of construction (2015)
  • Year of most recent renovation (2020)
  • Suites (4)
  • Total number of rooms (11)
Catering
7
  • Smoking area
  • Breakfast room
  • Highchairs
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking area
  • Show cooking
  • Restaurant (1)
Entertainment
6
  • Entertainment programme for children
  • Parasols
  • Sun loungers
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (1)
  • Kids’ club
  • TV lounge
Health
3
  • Massage
  • Spa treatments
  • Spa centre
Hotel type
1
  • lodge
Sports
1
  • Safari
Room types at this hotel

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

Double · 6s
Sleeps 1–4
Dbt · Standard
Sleeps 1–6
Dbt · Lx
Sleeps 1–6
Family · Lx
Sleeps 3–5
Suite · 3b
Sleeps 1–8
Suite · 6s
Sleeps 1–8
Suite · Standard
Sleeps 1–2
Suite · Ej Kg
Sleeps 1–3
Suite · Lx
Sleeps 1–2
Suite · Qn Su
Sleeps 1–3
Suite · Standard
Sleeps 1–8
Suite · St 1
Sleeps 1–3

+ 1 more room categories — full list appears in the rates panel

Location

1 Karongwe Reserve R36 Lydenburg Road, 1, Limpopo

Distance from key points
  • Airport
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-in13:00–17:00
  • Check-out09:00–11:00

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

Payment at the hotel
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Diners Club
  • 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
  • LGTBIQ friendly
  • Minimum check-in age
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Identification card at arrival
  • Early departure
  • Early Check-in
  • Flight information required
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 Karongwe River 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 Karongwe River 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, Karongwe River Safari Lodge accepts Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, American Express. 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 Karongwe River Safari Lodge offer?

Key amenities at Karongwe River Safari Lodge include Wi-fi, Outdoor freshwater pool, 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.
Need a hand?

Talk to a Dubai-based concierge.

Not sure on dates, room type, or rate? A real person replies on WhatsApp — same-day, in English, Arabic, or Russian.

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From / stay
AED 14,274
3 nights · taxes in