Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews of Inyati Game Lodge

4 out of 5
Inyati Game Lodge
Sabi Sand Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

margarita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent. Staff was helpfull and attentive. The driver Gabriel and tracker where very good. We had a very good experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Leighanne Inyati Game Lodge on May 31, 2023
Thank you for choosing Inyati Game lodge for your recent stay in the Sabi Sand Reserve, I was thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time at our lodge.It was a pleasure to have you as our guest. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from Leighanne on Nov 6, 2019
Thank you for the 10 out of 10 rating. We sincerely appreciate it.

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxurious Lodge delivers comfort and gourmet food
This is a beautiful lodge in a great location. We loved our room. It was spacious, comfortable, and luxurious. I enjoyed the outdoor shower! The turn-down service was special, and all the housekeeping staff, including escorts and bellhops, were top-notch. We loved our meals, too. The staff at reception (Dominique) and the dining room were all kind, capable, and attentive. We even bought clothing at the Curio shop, so we could "wear" fond memories back home. The only negative was our ranger, George. He was not our cup of tea. He detracted from the game drives with his insulting manner. We learned a lot more from our ranger at our other lodge. While we did see lions, they were always sleeping. Made me wonder if Sabi Sabi is drugging the lions? We had no luck seeing lions or leopards doing anything other than sleeping. The lion cubs didn't play, and the pride didn't even walk! The vehicles were fine, and the terrain is amazing. We did enjoy seeing elephants eating and interacting. They were the highlight, and we saw one leopard cub eating an impala. How often do you see that? Not often in my experience. Amazing! Rhinos and hippos were spotted also.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Leighanne on Aug 28, 2019
Thank you for choosing Inyati for your recent stay in the Sabi Sands Reserve, I was thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time at our lodge. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Experience
Lodge was just renovated and everything is stylish and new! Staff are super friendly and helpful and food and drinks were great. Rangers and trackers are top notch and vehicles are comfortable and in great condition. Animals were abundant, we saw the big 5 within 24 hours of being there - 2 being on the lawn of the lodge at checkin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from Leighanne on Jun 5, 2019
It’s always a pleasure to receive such great praise from our guests and we are thrilled that you love our update as much as we do! We hope to welcome you back to Inyati very soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful 2.5 day stay at Inyati. Our guides, Darren and Nelson were the best! Each game drive was insightful and fun. We saw the big 5 and learned so much more about the animals, their patterns, behavior etc. Each day was different and exhilarating. The staff could not be nicer. The facilities are all clean and kept nicely. The rooms are very spacious although maybe a little bit outdated. Food was excellent. I would highly, highly recommend. We have zero regrets in staying here and would do so again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Leighanne Dawkins on Mar 26, 2019
Thank you for choosing Inyati for your recent stay in the Sabi Sands Reserve. I was thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time at our lodge. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Inyati was a wonderful experience. Guides for game runs were great. We had 3 hour game runs each day at 6:30 a.m. and 3:30 pm and saw all the animals close up. Good food and wonderful staff. Our guide, Matt and receptionist, Maralise were outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from Leighanne on Jul 18, 2018
HI Kenneth Thank you for choosing Inyati Game lodge for your recent stay in the Sabi Sand Reserve, I was thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time at our lodge. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest. We hope to see you again soon. Leighanne Dawkins Marketing Manager Inyati Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time at Inyati
Very nice stay, incredible game viewing, luxurious rooms, delicious food, high level of service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Leighanne on Jun 26, 2018
Thank you for choosing Inyati Game lodge for your recent stay in the Sabi Sand Reserve, I was thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time at our lodge. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb service and big 5
The service, guide and tracker were superb! It was our first safari experience and it did not disappoint. We were able to see all big 5 within the first game drive and the rare wild dogs on the second. Special thanks to our guide and tracker, Omega and Rodgar. They were awesome! We went to another safari in Chobe but were so disappointed. Everyone in Inyati has set the bar really high! The only set back was that there is no wifi and tv in the rooms, only in the common area. Back to basics which works well. Finally get to cut off from electronics and to enjoy what nature has to offer.
Response from Leighanne, Inyati on Apr 4, 2018
Hi Joanne What a wonderful review! Thank you! I am thrilled to hear you enjoyed your safari experience with Omega and Roger. We are extremely proud of our knowledgeable and passionate safari guides. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing- go go go
You will not be disappointed. When we arrived the first night, there was a hippo grazing on the lawn and two hyenas walked past whilst we were having dinner. We were told that Inyati was the only lodge in the area which doesn’t have fencing around to stop the animals wondering in- something we loved. Our room was HUGE, food plentiful and the staff/guides were amazing. Game drives were out of this world and groups were kept small to ensure the best viewing! We saw the top 5 and plenty more. We are so pleased we picked inyati and Sabi Sands. The other reserves supposedly don’t let game drivers go off road for the big 5. Don’t hesitate, just go.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Leighanne, Inyati on Apr 4, 2018
Thank you for taking the time to write a review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Inyati aims to provide a truly unique experience, and we are thrilled that we were able to exceed your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back to Inyati in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Helen, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent lodge in a great location
This lodge surpassed expectations. The accommodation is good and the food very good without being over the top. Swimming pool is also nice. The best part is the morning and evening game drives which allowed us to see all we hoped for and more. The rangers got us very close to the animals and were very knowledgeable and patient with our constant questions!
Response from Leighanne on Jun 19, 2017
Hello Helen Thank you for choosing Inyati Game lodge for your recent stay in the Sabi Sand Reserve, I was pleased to hear you had a wonderful time at our lodge. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest. We hope to see you again soon. Leighanne Dawkins Inyati Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Sian, Harrogate, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It Does Not Get Better
Luxury lodge in a beautiful, well stocked private part of the Kruger. The ranger and tracker staff were outstanding and so every safari (3 mornings, 3 evenings and a walking safari) were each wonderful and all different. Having safaried before in Kenya and Zimbabwe, this was by far the best experience. Great food and other interesting guests just added to the overall experience.
Response from Leighanne on Aug 17, 2016
Hello Bob and Sian Thank you for choosing Inyati Game lodge for your recent stay in the Sabi Sand Reserve, I was pleased to hear you had a wonderful time at our lodge. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest. We hope to see you again soon. Warm bushveld regards Inyati Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Inyati: just unforgettable
The stay at the Inyati lodge was just incredible: personalized welcome by Dominique, the restaurant with refined dishes, the superbly decorated room, large and comfortable. The terrace overlooking the river... We saw the ''Big 5'' with the two game drives (one in the afternoon and another in the morning). Diff, our guide and driver, brought us into contact with two lions and four (!) leopards. Without forgetting the rhino (without horn, unfortunately...). Thank you Diff, you're the best! Inyati is unbeatable value for money. A wonderful stay in our memories. Thank you all. Jacques and Veronique (France)
Afternoon game drive: let's go !
View on the river from the restaurant...
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from Leighanne Inyati Game Lodge on May 31, 2023
We are thrilled to receive your terrific review. It is always such a pleasure knowing that our guests thoroughly enjoyed their experience!We certainly look forward to welcoming you back to Inyati soon.Warm bushveld regards

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Moyen
Hôtel bien mais manque un peu de chaleur et de service pour un 4 étoiles. Pour avoir reside dans un autre hôtel du parc 4 étoiles il était en dessous nettement. Cuisine moyen. Relation globale moyenne Chambre grande, confortable et propre.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from Leighanne on Nov 17, 2021
Thanks for taking the time to write your review – we do appreciate all feedback here, good or bad, as we strive to provide the best value for our guests. Warm bushveld regards Leighanne Dawkins marketing@inyati.co.za

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Tierpardies mit Einschränkungen
Sabi Sands, das Gebiet in dem die Lodge liegt, ist ein sehr guter Ausgangspunkt für interessante und abwechslungsreiche Safaris. Innerhalb von einem Tag sind die BIG 5's mit hoher Wahrscheinlichkeit anzutreffen, zudem viele andere, auch eher seltenere Tiere. Die von der Lodge angebotenen Safaris erfüllen hohe Ansprüche und werden von erfahrenen Guides durchgeführt. Leider entspricht die Lodge selber nicht diesen hohen Qualitätsansprüchen. Die Lodge bietet zwar mit dem vorbeiziehenden Fluss einen schönen Ausblick. Die Zimmer, obwohl grosszügig und sauber, sind eher spärlich dekoriert und lassen kein eigentliches Afrika-Feeling aufkommen. Unser Zimmer bot einen sehr beschränkten Ausblick auf einen Sprinkler mit dahinterliegendem Buschwerk. Der Empfang war eher lauwarm. Die Informationen waren zwar vollständig, aber wurden sehr automatisch und lieblos vorgetragen. Das Essen war gut, aber nicht hervorragend. Was uns am meisten gestörrt hat, war der hinter unserem Bungalow vernehmbare Baulärm. Zwar ist verständlich, dass Erweiterungen und Renovationen durchgeführt werden müssen, diese könnten sich aber problemlos auf die 8 Stunden beschränken, während deren die Gäste sowieso auf Safari sind. Nach einem entsprechenden Hinweis wurde der Baulärm zwar für eine Stunde eingestellt, ging dann aber wieder von neuem los. Wir hätten für den Preis mehr erwartet. Andere Lodges in Namibia und Botswana hatten hier einiges mehr an Komfort und Gastfreundschaft zu bieten..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Leighanne on Jan 5, 2019
We appreciate you taking the time share your experience. This gives us the opportunity to review the situation and correct any deficiencies we may have in our service Your comments are valued and will be used to consider improvements in the future. I hope you will reconsider and give us another opportunity to exceed your expectations in the near future. Warm bushveld regards Leighanne Dawkins res@inyati.co.za

10/10 Excellent

Janaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Maravilha!
Safáris maravilhosos, de altíssimo nível, com ranger e tracker muito experientes e dedicados! Valeu a pena ter gastado nosso dinheiro com essa escolha. Vimos os 5 grandes várias vezes e muitos outros também. Vimos filhotes, saímos varias vezes da estrada e seguimos os animais bem de perto no começo da noite. Os safáris foram emocionantes. Digo isso porque depois de Inyati fomos para outro lodge que custava a metade do preço e foi decepcionante. A guia era inexperiente e apática e o tracker nada fazia além de indicar o caminho. Inyati foi uma das melhores experiências que tivemos na vida! Ah, o lodge é maravilhoso e confortável.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Response from Leighanne on Jun 26, 2018
It’s always a pleasure to receive such great praise from our guests and we are thrilled that you love Inyati as much as we do! I have taken great joy in sharing your comments with my co-workers who are thrilled that we succeeded yet again in creating memories and exceeding our guest’s expectations.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ein unvergessliches Erlebnis! Wir wwerden sehr gern wiederkommen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

pascal, valmont france

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
superbe hotel dans un endroit paradisiaque
superbe lodge au milieu des animaux l'accueil est parfait les chambres superbes et tranquilles la restauration est de tres bonne qualité les safaris compris offrent une approche totale des animaux une expérience fantastique
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Response from Inyati Game Lodge on Sep 21, 2017
Vielen Dank, dass wir Sie in unserem Haus begrüßen durften. Das Wohl unserer Gäste liegt uns am Herzen und Ihr Feedback ist sehr wertvoll für uns.