Kambaku River Lodge

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

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Kambaku River Lodge

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property entrance
Mafunyane Luxury Honeymoon Suite
Ndlulamithi Luxury Suite, River View
Garden

Overview of Kambaku River Lodge

9.8

Exceptional

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Nkomazi by travellers.
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Nkomazi by travellers.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Check out the area

142 Strathmore, Rockvale, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320
  • Popular LocationSteers5 min drive
  • Popular LocationKFC16 min drive
  • Popular LocationDebonairs Pizza16 min drive
  • Popular LocationJuicy Lucy21 min drive
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Room options

Ndlulamithi Luxury Suite, River View

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Mafunyane Luxury Honeymoon Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
  • 775 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Shawu Luxury River Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 775 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Shingwedzi Family Suite, 2 Bedroom, Mountain View

cleanliness

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 807 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Joao Luxury River Suite, River View

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Kambaku Luxury 2 Bedroom River House

cleanliness

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 3229 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Malalane

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.

What's nearby

  • Malelane Golf Club - 15 min drive
  • Malelane Gate - 17 min drive
  • Leopard Creek Country Club - 22 min drive
  • Ilanga Mall - 35 min drive
  • Numbi Gate - 76 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • KFC - 16 min drive
  • Steers - 5 min drive
  • Juicy Lucy - 21 min drive
  • Debonairs Pizza - 16 min drive

About this property

Kambaku River Lodge

Luxury lodge near Malelane Gate
Consider a stay at Kambaku River Lodge and take advantage of 18 holes of golf, game and wildlife viewing, and a free daily manager's reception. Indulge in a sports massage, a facial, and a manicure/pedicure 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 with a lazy river, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and barbecue grills
  • Concierge services, a gift shop, and outdoor furniture
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

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Portuguese, Zulu

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–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 holes of golf
  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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

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

Outdoor space

  • Patio
  • Yard

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

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.

Kambaku River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 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

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

Keith

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

10/10 Excellent

glendan

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

8/10 Good

Johan

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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 traveller

Travelled with partner
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 traveller

Travelled with partner
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

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