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Jock Safari Lodge

5.0 star property

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Exterior
Main Jock Lodge | Deep-soaking bathtub
Lounge
Lounge
Main Jock Lodge | View from room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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H3 Road Kruger National Park, Malelane, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1320
  • Place, Kruger National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Malelane Gate
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Paul Kruger Gate
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    ‪90 min drive‬

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Ground Floor

  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds

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Main Jock Lodge

Main Jock Lodge

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Mbombela

A luxury stay in Mbombela awaits you at Jock Safari Lodge. You'll be 30.7 km (19.1 mi) from Kruger National Park. Highlights at this family-friendly lodge include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Pilgrims Rest Spa can include deep-tissue massages and mani/pedis along with access to the sauna. The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym, sauna and pool loungers as well as access to ecotours. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 5-property class Mbombela lodge, you'll be 30.8 km (19.2 mi) from Malelane Gate and 32.9 km (20.5 mi) from AM Spa Kruger.
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What's nearby

  • Kruger National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Malelane Gate - 37 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Leopard Creek Country Club - 42 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Paul Kruger Gate - 46 min drive - 51.5 km
  • Skukuza Golf Course - 46 min drive - 40.7 km

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tindlovu Boskombuis - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Jock Safari Lodge

Some rates at Jock Safari Lodge are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Jock Safari Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A fitness centre, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Jock Safari Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Mbombela lodge.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2000
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Jock Safari Lodge offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features private plunge pools and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Pilgrims Rest Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Jock Safari Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: ZAR 194.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Jock Safari Lodge.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

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Jock Lodge Safari
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Jock Safari Lodge?

Jock Safari Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Jock Safari Lodge?

Yep, Jock Safari Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Jock Safari Lodge?

Yep, Pilgrims Rest Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Jock Safari Lodge have a pool?

Jock Safari Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Jock Safari Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as private plunge pools and deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Jock Safari Lodge.

Is Jock Safari Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, supervised childcare and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Jock Safari Lodge is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Jock Safari Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths and private plunge pools in the guestrooms.

Does Jock Safari Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full brekkie is served daily between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Jock Safari Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Jock Safari Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Jock Safari Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Jock Safari Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Jock Safari Lodge?

There is a golf course next to Jock Safari Lodge.

Jock Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to go on safari in Kruger National Park, this is the place to stay! Two game drives per day (morning and afternoon/evening) with excellent guides. Because you are staying inside the park, you don’t have to worry about getting in and out of Kruger National Park before the gates close. Also, your guide can explore off-road places as well, getting you to where the animals are! Excellent food and service (all inclusive), spa treatments available on site, and an amazing rooms and facilities that overlook a river bed- you can relax and watch a herd if elephants walk by as you eat your lunch! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jan is an excellent ranger, very informative on the Animals at Kruger and their behaviours. We saw Rhinos, Elephants, Leopards, African Dogs, Bison, Impalas Hyenas on our game drives but others at the lodge also saw Lions so the big 5 were around. Special shout-out to Gavin for escorting us from the gate as we arrived late. Gavin's staff also prepared a wonderful riverbed dinner and packed breakfasts for us to go when we had to leave early in the morning during our checkout. The food was amazing, service was excellent. Great job Jock team.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, excellent food, amazing safari, very knowledgeable and experienced guide.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous accommodations and safaris. Saw the Big 5 the afternoon we arrived
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Jocks. Our guide Lazarus was amazing and incredibly experienced at spotting the Big 5, tiny birds and snakes, eagles, and other wildlife. The food was great and service was excellent all around. We hope to come back soon with our families.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

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

5*+ Safari Lodge

This is an amazing hotel, delicious food and drink is all included and the service is friendly but exemplary. On arrival we were on a game drive within the hour and saw the big 5 in one go as well as lots of other animals, birds and reptiles. Our ranger was called Lazarus and he made our stay and drives fun and very interesting and informative. He went over and above what you would expect and always found us different things to see every day. As this lodge has it's own grounds of several hectares you are able to view the game in privacy from all other tourists, though you do go out into Kruger park as well. I couldn't recommend the hotel enough and the game spotting was unbelievable, with lions, elephants, rhinoceros, giraffe, hyenas, wild dogs, zebra etc all within a couple of meters from your vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about Jock Safari Lodge is perfect. From the staff on site to our Ranger Mayneth! Everyone went over and beyond to make our stay an amazing experience. Even with out dietary restrictions, they accommodated to everything. We have already recommended Jock Safari Lodge to our Friends. And, we look forward to our next visit! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely fantastic! On the surface it seemed expensive but we felt that we received brilliant value for money - the game drives (with Jacob - our ranger) were excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Exceptional stay!

Jock lodge, the rangers, the staff and the food were all exceptional! Wanted to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

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

lodge in the Kruger

an amazing lodge to stay when visiting the Kruger National Park. If you want to see wildlife at its best this is the place to be. The rooms are amazing, spacious, comfortable and in a great location.....all in all a perfect choice of Lodge...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with very private setting for each guest. A very memorable safari experience for us as we celebrated our 25th anniversary. From Shelley to the staff at the restaurant to our exceptional Ranger - Jan Kriel, 3 days we will never forget. Game drives were fun and made extra special by Jan who is passionate, full of energy and ready to answer any questions. Jan drove us far out to see animals but we saw the Big 5 by our 3rd game drive. We also saw the Big 5 on day 3. I would summarize it with “WOW”
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow what an experience, well worth it and a great place to do game rides and relax. Everything was well organized from pickup at airport to the end.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nora

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

Amazing experience, highly recommend

I am SO glad I splurged in Jock Safari Lodge. I visited Kruger during a month and a half backpacking trip through Southern Africa where I'm mostly staying at hostels. On the advice of a friend I decided to really splurge for Kruger, spending three nights at Jock. I can honestly say it was worth every penny. Accommodation was truly luxurious: private, with an outdoor shower, tub, and sleeping area, plus private pool, an indoor shower, a sitting area, and netted four-poster bed. The food was delicious and ever-flowing (you get fed every couple of hours, it's a little ridiculous but in the best way). Staff were lovely and friendly. But the best part is the access you get in the park. You get knowledgeable game drives in their private concession, giving you incredible access to the animals. I saw the big five, plus wild dogs and leopards. Just amazing. My only piece of feedback is that it was a bit awkward traveling alone there. While I appreciated the solo game drives, during breakfast and dinner I would have preferred to either be seated by myself or with another guide group. Eating alone with just my guide was a bit odd, even if he was very nice. In the future I'd recommend the manager ask solo travelers what their preference is.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

chad

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

An unforgettable safari destination in Kruger

This is the most amazing place I have ever been. Jock Safari Lodge is situated in the heart of Sabi Sands, Kruger National Park South Africa. My wife and I stayed 2 nights and wished we could have stayed at least two more. The villa we had over looked a dry river bed that was frequented by lions, elephants, kudu and impala. The suite was equipped with everything you would expect at a luxury experience: outdoor shower and soaking claw foot tub, private plundge pool and even an option to sleep outdoors. This was an incredible three days where we had the chance to see the Big 5 and then some. We can’t say enough good things about this lodge. The staff are friendly, professional and very helpful. The food is the best in South Africa and the accommodations are unreal. I hope everyone gets a chance to experience this place, just not when I go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Indira

Fabulous vacation in the Bushveld

I visited Jock Lodge with my 17 year old son in August. We both had the time of our lives. The lodge is so well kept and our living quarters was well decorated, beautiful and comfortable. The staff went out of their way to look after us. The game driver was amazing and went out of his way to ensure that we saw the Big 5 and we did!!! We learned so much about nature. The food was great!!! All meals were scrumptious. There was a full bar. My son enjoyed sleeping outdoors in a posh tent and he often ran inside to tell me about the elephants he saw just outside of his tent. Words can’t describe the amazing time we had, so just go and see for yourself!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From the second we arrived everything and everyone was spectacular. The food was fantastic and they always had something for you to snack on. The drives were amazing and the rangers skills are incredible. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

Great

Amazing place and great people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sudeshna

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

Fantastic lodge in Kruger

Jock is an amazing place to stay! The game drives were fantastic - the rangers/drivers/guides were very knowledgable and skilled at locating animals and at driving off road. Patrick was our guide and we enjoyed his drives and enthusiasm for the animals. We were able to see almost all the animals we wanted to see, iuncluding the elusive cheetahs and leopards. We even saw a honey badger and a porcupine, as well as all the usual animals you expect to see. The lodge itself was wonderful, and the service was top-notch. Everyone at the lodge sees to the comfort and care of the guests. I recommend Jock to anyone seeking a truly memorable experience in Kruger.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

starphi, Colorado, USA

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

Just wonderful

I am only giving 4 stars because of a mix up in the reservation; IDK if it's Expedia or Jock, but we were put not at Jock but at the nearby Fitzpatrick's, which is very nice (only 3 rooms), but does not have a private dipping pool in the rooms, a main attraction for me. I did book Jock and not Fitzpatrick's. That said, it's a five star place, just check when you're booking. Fitzpatrick's is not individual huts like Jock either. But at either place I'm confident you'll have an excellent time! Would highly recommend and would come back despite the confusion. Staff is wonderful, the ranger David is awesome, funny, and on a mission to find you game (he knows where to look), and other guests were very fun so we didn't ever say anything. The lodge's safari terrain is just stunning, the turf of some amazing creatures. A walking safari if offered is fun! The food is absolutely gourmet and the Boma braii night is a good time. It's slightly annoying that alcoholic beverages are not included like most other safari lodges. Rooms have a classic colonial African style, beautiful, and a lovely outside shower overlooking a dry riverbed, where I saw a rhino crossing under the full moon! Tip: the gift store's prices were actually pretty decent, even cheaper than the park's gift stores.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great first safari experience!

The staff and rangers are very knowledgeable and accommodating. The game drives were amazing - saw the Big 5 within the first two days. The rooms are huge with lots of private outdoor space too.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Safari experience

Highly experienced rangers who helped us find the Bog 5 very quickly and even rare animals like the black rhino. 2 daily drives are included in the rate (6 hours per day) Food is included in the rate however there are no snacks available between meals

8/10 Good

David, Hemel Hempstead

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

Great way to get an introduction to safari

The lodge is in the Kruger National Park and the stay includes game drives in morning and afternoon as well as full board. If you have never been on Safari, this is a great way to get the experience. If unhappy about any aspect and not resolved immediately, speak to the General Manager who is very helpful.