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Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with a full-service spa and an outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Reception
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Front of property
Presidential Double Room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; African cuisine

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The price is NZ$1,984
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec

Explore the area

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R36 The Karongwe Private Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Karongwe Private Game Reserve
    1 min walk
  • Lourene Game Farm
    44 min drive
  • Makalali Game Reserve
    122 min drive
  • Tzaneen (LTA)
    58 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
  • 72 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Presidential Double Room

Presidential Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 101 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Beds

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Luxury Double or Twin Room

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double or Twin Room (4)

Executive Double or Twin Room (4)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 66 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Karongwe Private Game Reserve

A family-friendly stay in Karongwe Private Game Reserve awaits you at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Karongwe Private Game Reserve and 20.8 km (12.9 mi) from Lourene Game Farm. Highlights at this lodge include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with facials and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Dining Room, serves African cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the lodge's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' club and pool loungers as well as access to a safari and a wildlife and game drive. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Karongwe Private Game Reserve lodge, you'll be 24.9 km (15.5 mi) from Lissataba Nature Reserve and 29.7 km (18.4 mi) from Selati Nature Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Karongwe Private Game Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 67 min drive
  • Jessica the Hippo - 75 min drive
  • Echo Caves - 77 min drive
  • Blyde River Canyon - 94 min drive

About this property

Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge

Family-friendly lodge with full-service spa and outdoor pool
Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request), a casino shuttle and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Karongwe Private Game Reserve lodge.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 15 buildings
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.
The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Boma / BBQ Area
  • Deck Area
  • Dining Room

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • 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
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 7:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 715 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 715 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Karongwe River Hoedspruit
Karongwe River Lodge
Karongwe River Lodge Hoedspruit
River Lodge Karongwe
Karongwe River
Karongwe River Lodge
Karongwe Portfolio Karongwe River Lodge
Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge Lodge
Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge Hoedspruit
Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge?

Yep, Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge on 30 Dec 2024 start from NZ$1,983.67, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and deep-tissue massages.

Does Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge have a pool?

Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

What makes Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and couples dining, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge.

Is Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club and supervised childcare, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves African cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Desmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro Ernesto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
PERFECTION
Karongwe River Lodge is simply PERFECT! We couldn’t recommend it more. The rooms are very spacious, beautifully decorated and comfortable. We had a incredible view of the river, where we often saw various types of animals (crocodiles, giraffes, impalas, inhalas, hipos, and more). The staff is very welcoming and thoughtful to our every need. Very kind people indeed. We incredibly well received and treated by every single person who assisted us in the lodge. Really remarkable! The meals were also very good! Fresh, made with care, very well cooked and plent. I think we even put in a few pounds in three days lol Nevertheless the greatness of everything, the game drives were the high point in our stay. Truly amazing! Bethuel (our designated ranger) and Ludwick (tracker) were the best! Very competent at their work and incredibly nice and kind people. We enjoyed every minute in Karongwe! And we certainly are coming back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wing Tone Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation and dining at the Lodge. We had great game drives with our Guides (Polly, German and Yuli) and Tracker (Eddie). Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb game viewing and lovely suites. The staff are all amazing and make you feel so welcome. I would highly recommend visiting this lodge.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gustaf

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pietro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The moment we arrived we were greeted with warm towels to clean our hands and cool drinks to refresh ourselves. It made us feel very welcomed. Everyday they truly made us feel like special guests, customer service and attention was absolutely exceptional. Our rooms were consistently tended to and cleaned very well. Simon ( the ranger) and Adolf ( the tracker) on our safari drives were excellent and very knowledgable; they ensured we got a great experience with each drive. In particular their passion for the animals and respect towards all the guests was what made our stay that much more memorable. Highly Recomend, this is by far one of the most beautiful places to have a vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Terry, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Not a restful holiday with 2 game drives daily, but worth it. saw the Big 5 within 24 hours. Staff were fantastic. Room spacious and great views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome stay. Staff went above and beyond to make sure everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simply perfect
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderschöne Lodges direkt am Fluss gelegen mit Tierbeobachtungsmöglichkeit, sehr leckeres Essen und tolle Safaris!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joël

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very recommandable & beautiful lodge. Would go there again any time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Manoel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muito boa.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thiago

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Os safaris foram otimos, o atendimento dos funcionarios sensacional! Os quartos e a area comum tambem muito bons e muito limpos!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

LUIS FERNANDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Viagem Inesquecível - Reserva Karongwe
Ótimo hotel para curtir a natureza e descansar com a família. Equipe de colaboradores extremamente simpáticos e atenciosos. Gastronomia impecável com excelentes Chefes de Cozinha. Quarto aconchegante e confortável, com vista para vários animais, como impalas, babuínos e javalis. Game Drivers conduzido por profissionais com elevado nível de experiência e conhecimento que nos trouxe sucesso em encontrar varios animais, além da sensação de segurança e tranquilidade.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pedacinho de paraíso
Tive problemas no check out pois a menina que estava no balcão não falava inglês muito bem, passou meu cartão duas vezes e disse que não funcionou. Paguei em dinheiro. Por fim, as duas tentativas foram confirmadas pelo cartão e com isso paguei três vezes a mesma conta. Fora isso, foi tudo maravilhoso. Equipe incrível, SPA maravilhoso, comida muito boa, pessoal hospitaleiro. Nossos Guias Matthews e Fredy, the bests!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mauro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
conheceno so Big Fives da África
O local é sensacional, quarto integrado ao ambiente, impossível não se encontrar com pelo menos três dos Bigs fives, o Game é um caso a parte e os guias são atenciosos e explicam tudo. O Hotel tem um serviço muito bom, da recepção ao restaurante, tudo bem planejado e pensado no cliente. No primeiro dia encontramos um grupo de Leões que estavam comendo uma girafa.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018