Pondoro Game Lodge | Cabin in Balule Game Reserve

| 9.8 (188 Reviews) |   8 Bedrooms  8 Bathrooms  16 Guests
Maruleng Cabin | Pondoro Game Lodge

8 Bedroom Cabin in Maruleng, Balule Game Reserve

Pondoro is set on the banks of the Olifants River inside the 50 000 ha Balule Private Game Reserve inside the Greater Kruger National Park (Game drive traverse 30 000 acres). Pondoro has three architecturally designed chalets overlooking the Olifants River. Each chalet has been beautifully decorated with an African theme. All chalets have private bathrooms (with a shower and bath overlooking the river), lounge area, air-conditioning, mosquito nets and a wooden deck. All our suites are air-conditioned and architecturally designed offering modern comforts in an ancient setting. Each suite is provided with a private wooden deck, Jacuzzi, lounge area and an outside shower for those who are adventurous at heart. A fusion of traditional African and modern European cuisine can be enjoyed on the wooden deck overlooking the river. Guests can taste fine wine from Pondoro’s extensive wine cellar or grab a snack at the bar. Meals and drinks included. Revitalize your mind, body and soul with classic spa treatments which range from a glass covered steam room, a spa bath under the wide African sky to a massage in the privacy of your room or visit our fitness center. Morning and evening safari drives on open-topped Land Rovers, bird-watching and nature walks are included. Experienced guides will not only use their knowledge and bushcraft to try and show you the Big Five and other plains game, but they will do their best to paint memories of an Africa that will never fade away. A nature walk with an armed guide would add the thrill of encountering animals on foot.

Pondoro Game Lodge is located in Balule Game Reserve.

This 8 Bedrooms Cabin is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 188 reviews with the average score of 9.8 . Coming to Balule Game Reserve and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Cabin for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 8 Bedrooms Cabin if you want to learn more about this Hotala.uk place in Balule Game Reserve. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Pondoro Game Lodge in Balule Game Reserve is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Pondoro Game Lodge”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Cabin, please let us know.

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Balule Nature Reserve, off R40, Balule Game Reserve, 1380, South Africa

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Hot Tub
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Bar
Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
Activities
  • Hand massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa
  • Foot massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Walking tours
  • Full-body massage
  • Fitness
  • Game drives
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Head massage
  • Neck massage
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Open-air bath
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Massage
  • Fitness center
  • Steam room
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Designated smoking area
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
Guest Services
  • Express check-in/out
  • Airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Private check-in/out
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
Security/Safety
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please note that guests are required to pay an entrance fee per car for the balule nature reserve when arriving at the olifants west gate. prices vary according to type of vehicle.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
9.31
Location:
9.87
Staff:
9.89
Facilities:
9.68
Comfort:
9.75
Cleanliness:
9.76
Jarka
Aug 20, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Australia
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Suite 2
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 110 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Fruit, Chocolate/Cookies, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Shampoo, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Fan, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Trash cans

Activities

Hot tub

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Exclusive services

Free gym access

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Chalet 2
Room Type: Chalet
Room Size: 75 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Fruit, Chocolate/Cookies, Tea/Coffee maker, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Shampoo, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Fan, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Trash cans

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Exclusive services

Free gym access

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Suite 1
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 110 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Fruit, Chocolate/Cookies, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Shampoo, Shared bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Fan, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Trash cans

Activities

Hot tub

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Exclusive services

Free gym access

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Chalet 1
Room Type: Chalet
Room Size: 75 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Fruit, Chocolate/Cookies, Tea/Coffee maker, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Shampoo, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Fan, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Trash cans

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Exclusive services

Free gym access

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Chalet 3
Room Type: Chalet
Room Size: 75 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Fruit, Chocolate/Cookies, Tea/Coffee maker, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Shampoo, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Fan, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Trash cans

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Exclusive services

Free gym access

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Suite 3
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 110 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Fruit, Chocolate/Cookies, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Fan, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Trash cans

Activities

Hot tub

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Exclusive services

Free gym access

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Suite 4
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 110 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Fruit, Chocolate/Cookies, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Shampoo, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Fan, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Trash cans

Activities

Hot tub

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Exclusive services

Free gym access

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Suite 5
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 110 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Suite 5

Food & Drink

Fruit, Chocolate/Cookies, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Shampoo, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Fan, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Trash cans

Activities

Hot tub

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet

View

River view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Exclusive services

Free gym access

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

FAQ's

Is this Pondoro Game Lodge pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Pondoro Game Lodge?

Check-in time for Pondoro Game Lodge starts counting from 1:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Pondoro Game Lodge have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Pondoro Game Lodge has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Pondoro Game Lodge?

Best-rates for the Pondoro Game Lodge starts from $647 per night with includes Transportation/Shuttle, Restaurant, Bar, Internet, Laundry, Ocean View, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Spa, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Entertainment, Designated Smoking Area, TV, View, Breakfast, Hot Tub, Air Conditioner, Pool, Accessibility with all other facilities. Hotala.uk matches every traveler with their perfect hotel, resort, or rental and whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Pondoro Game Lodge a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the cabin has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Pondoro Game Lodge wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Pondoro Game Lodge has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Pondoro Game Lodge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Pondoro Game Lodge indicates 1 day stay policy at this cabin. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Pondoro Game Lodge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Pondoro Game Lodge are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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