Title: Tembe Elephant Park - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Tembe Elephant Park Lodge in uMhlabuyalingana with free breakfast and spa services ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/c01d909d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/9c795aef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/8951e8a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite (Tembe) | Bathroom shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/b1fd7f48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/6c46e1de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Visitors to this tranquil getaway can enjoy their morning meal on a serene terrace overlooking the lush garden. The outdoor pool offers a refreshing escape after a day of exploration, while the highly-praised spa treatments provide the perfect way to relax and rejuvenate. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Spa - Pool - Breakfast included - Air conditioning - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=33711138&PinnedHotelID=33711138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=33711138&PinnedHotelID=33711138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 15 - Oct. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=33711138&PinnedHotelID=33711138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=33711138&PinnedHotelID=33711138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - 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161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/5b1fc74d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Tusker #15) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Portable fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![Suite (Tembe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/cb17eb35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Tembe) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Portable fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/6c46e1de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite (#2) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Portable fan Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle In-room safe - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/caa48c2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Duiker Suite # 18 ### Highlights Air conditioning Portable fan Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle In-room safe Wardrobe or closet - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/caa48c2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Duiker Suite # 17 ### Highlights Air conditioning Portable fan Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle In-room safe Wardrobe or closet - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/6c46e1de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite (#1) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Portable fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/6c46e1de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite (#8) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Portable fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/18bc3cdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Tusker #7) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Portable fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/6c46e1de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite (#4) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Portable fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/18bc3cdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Tusker #10) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Portable fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/18bc3cdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Tusker #11) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Portable fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33711200/33711138/18bc3cdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Tusker #12) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Portable fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 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[Visit our Embonisweni travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Embonisweni.dx6346645) [View more Lodges in Embonisweni](https://www.expedia.ca/Embonisweni-Lodges.d6346645-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-27.04881%2C32.42225&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tvDC5qQeAO06lyiJ31Jmj09ZsFI=) Off the P522-2 Road Sihangwane, uMhlabuyalingana, KwaZulu-Natal, 3963 ### What's nearby - Phongolo River Bridge - 18 min drive - 16.7 km ### Restaurants - ‪Tembe Elephant Park Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Tembe Elephant Park Property highlights Take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Tembe Elephant Park. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a body scrub. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. WiFi in public areas (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and luggage storage - Smoke-free premises, concierge services, and multilingual staff Room features All guestrooms at Tembe Elephant Park have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like safes. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - Wardrobes/closets, portable fans, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11630000/11624800/11624773/1d08efab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Royal Thonga Safari Lodge uMhlabuyalingana - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 15 reviews CA $235 CA $270 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=11624773&PinnedHotelID=11624773&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 50 per day) - WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free English breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Spa - Body scrubs - In-room massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Grab bar near toilet - No elevator - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Portable fan - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation This property charges a mandatory gate fee per vehicle on arrival. The fee varies by number of passengers per vehicle. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Destination fee: ZAR 50 per person, per night - Additional fee: ZAR 110 We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for wireless internet in public areas: ZAR 50 per day (1-device limit, rates may vary) 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### 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 Tembe Elephant Park Accommodation Lodge Lodge Tembe Elephant Park Tembe Elephant Park uMhlabuyalingana Tembe Elephant Park Lodge uMhlabuyalingana Lodge Tembe Elephant Park uMhlabuyalingana uMhlabuyalingana Tembe Elephant Park Lodge Tembe Elephant Park Lodge Lodge Tembe Elephant Park Tembe Elephant Park Accommodation Tembe Elephant Park Lodge Tembe Elephant Park uMhlabuyalingana Tembe Elephant Park Lodge uMhlabuyalingana ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Tembe Elephant Park have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Tembe Elephant Park? > As of Oct 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tembe Elephant Park on Oct 15, 2025 start from CA $333.51, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/UMhlabuyalingana-Hotels-Tembe-Elephant-Park.h33711138.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Tembe Elephant Park pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Tembe Elephant Park? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tembe Elephant Park? > Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Tembe Elephant Park? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Does Tembe Elephant Park provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Tembe Elephant Park located? > Situated in uMhlabuyalingana, this lodge is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Phongolo River Bridge and 27.9 mi (45 km) from iSimangaliso Wetland Park. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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