Mdluli Safari Lodge – 4 Star
WELCOME TO MDLULI SAFARI LODGE
Sawubona, Welcome
Mdluli Safari Lodge is the story of one man’s vision for the land, and for the Mdluli people. Today this land is significant for many reasons. We invite you to be part of our story – a tale of the wonder and beauty of the Kruger National Park, the authentic charm of Siswati tradition, and a deep-rooted commitment to conservation.
The lodge is located inside the south-western region of the Kruger National Park, a 5 hour drive from Gauteng and accessible via a private road from Numbi Gate – the closest gate from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.
The lodge is fully fenced, and monitored 24/7 through an external control centre.
Cool down from the hot African sun in our iconic infinity pool – just meters from the fence. The pool overlooks a watering hole, where we regularly have elephant, zebra and impala – and if you’re lucky, a rare sighting of the herd of sable antelope.
ACCOMMODATION:
Your luxury tent awaits
Designed to perfectly blend in with nature, each tent offers 70sqm of eco-conscious design and refined safari-style luxury. The magic is in the detail, with a considered curation of natural timber, canvas textures and an interior palette inspired by the surrounding Kruger environment.
There are 4 disability-friendly tents, and the entire lodge is wheelchair accessible.
FEATURES AND SERVICES
Each of our spacious, custom-designed tents have the same design and layout, and comfortably sleeps a family of four.
Features:
- Oversized patio
- Private indoor & outdoor shower
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in each tent and all main areas
- Soft cotton gowns
- Hairdryer
- Fan, air-conditioning & heating
- Oversized king beds, or twin setup
- Double fold-out sleeper couch for 2 children under age 12
- Mosquito net canopy
- Mini bar fridge with complimentary water
- Writing desk
- USB charging sockets
- Complimentary coffee & tea
- Disability-friendly access & design
- Full backup power in the event of a power outage
Services include:
- Laundry service
- Wake up calls
- A golf cart shuttle to/from your tent to the main lodge areas.
DINING
With a variety of beautiful settings in which to dine, Mdluli Safari Lodge offers you a delicious safari dining experience. After your morning game drive or bush walk, we invite you back to the lodge to enjoy a scrumptious breakfast in the restaurant, with views overlooking the Park.
Lunch can be enjoyed at the open deck area, pool-side or in the restaurant. Guests have the opportunity to enjoy dinner under the Africa night sky around the fire in our traditional boma. Please enquire ahead of your stay regarding boma dinners.
LEISURE AREAS
The deck, lounge, coffee bar, restaurant, boma, bar and infinity swimming pool are all masterfully positioned through their open architecture and proximity to the lodge’s fenceline. Each area offers a quiet space to take in the Park’s views and any animals ambling past.
EXPERIENCES & ACTIVITIES
BREATHTAKING GRANITE ROCK
Unique to the location of the Lodge is our exquisite granite rock formation, located within our perimeters, and a short walk from your tent.
Take a walk up to nature’s perfectly elevated viewpoint and breathe in the 360 panoramic views of the Kruger Park. This is the ultimate spot to take in the beauty of the landscape. Contact our team to book a private picnic, sundowners – or a truly unforgettable proposal!
BIG 5 GAME DRIVES AND BUSH WALKS
Experience Kruger however you choose – whether you prefer to venture out in your own car, join us on a morning bush walk, or embrace its beauty from the comfort of one of our raised vehicles with our experienced guides.
Guided bush walks are an incredible way to immerse yourself into the wild, and to experience the bush in the most up close and personal way. Feel free to engage with our experienced guides, they are sure to keep you entertained with exceptional knowledge on the Kruger Park as well as stories about their past experiences, all whilst tracking magnificent animals on foot. Please note: Bush walks need to be booked through our reservations team in advance.
No game drive is complete without taking time to slow down and celebrate the environment you’re in. Like stopping in the middle of the Park for coffee in the morning, or sundowners in the evening.
Muffins, rusks and warm drinks are offered in the restaurant before the early morning game activity.
TRADITIONAL BUSH BRAAI
A bush braai* dinner should be on everyone’s bucket list. Groups of 10 or more can enjoy dinner in the bush around the open fire, just metres from the Mdluli Dam.
Experience an unforgettable dinner in the middle of the bush.
STARLIT BOMA DINNER
Dine under the African stars with an authentic boma braai, where vibrant
flavours, vast Kruger views, surprise performances, and the thrill of unexpected wildlife sightings await.
EXQUISITE DINING EXPERIENCES
Delight your taste buds with a selection of buffet style breakfasts and dinners in our restaurant, choose from our á la carte lunch menu, or savour an authentic South African braai (open flame cooking) in our boma area.
GIN TASTING
A signature gin tasting experience set against the backdrop of Kruger.
WEDDINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Nothing comes close to the serenity of the African bush; going to sleep under star-studded skies, waking up to the sounds of the animal kingdom before an early morning game drive or taking in the richness of a blush African sunset. All of which culminate in nature’s perfect setting, and the most intimate and luxurious location for your special occasion.
Whether you’re planning your wedding, proposal, honeymoon or any other special occasion, we invite you to capture the essence of Africa’s wilderness into your story.
- Outdoor and indoor locations
- Venues can host up to 100 guests
- Full kitchen on-site
- 50 luxurious tents – accommodation for 100 adults plus children (children under 12 sharing with parents)
- Disability-friendly access and accommodation
CONFERENCES
This is the idyllic, luxury venue for conferencing, and Big 5 game viewing. Our venue caters for bespoke conferences, team building and corporate events for smaller groups of up to 40 delegates – or alternatively full lodge capacity of up to 100 guests (50 persons sharing).
Magically set within the Kruger National Park, the natural beauty of Mdluli Safari Lodge makes for the perfect location for you to step out into nature, come together and connect with your team. We have a number of locations within the lodge that cater to indoor and outdoor experiences.
Dining, collaborating and relaxing are all accompanied by the surreal backdrop of the park, herds of elephants passing by and the sounds the infinity pool flowing into the vistas.
SPA & GYM AT MDLULI
Choose one of our premium Amani spa treatments for yourself, or book as a couple. Relax and get pampered in the comfort and privacy of your luxury tent – either inside, or on your patio.
Season | Date Range | Package Type | Adult Sharing Rate | Single Adult Rate | Children 0-6 years old | Children 7-12 years old | Children over 12 years old |
Yearly | 1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 | Per Person Dinner, bed, and breakfast | R3,820 ZAR | R6,250 ZAR | Stay and eat for free (Game drive rate not included, R820.00) | Pay 50% of the adult sharing rate, when sharing with 2 full paying adults | Pay adult rate |
Yearly | 1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 | Per Person Half Board Dinner, bed, and breakfast + 1 x half day game drives per night Stay | R4,850 ZAR | R7,275 ZAR | Stay and eat for free (Game drive rate not included, R820.00) | Pay 50% of the adult sharing rate, when sharing with 2 full paying adults | Pay adult rate |
Yearly | 1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 | Per Person Full Board All meals + 2 x half day game drives per night Stay | R6,125 ZAR | R8,580 ZAR | Stay and eat for free (Game drive rate not included, R820.00) | Pay 50% of the adult sharing rate, when sharing with 2 full paying adults | Pay adult rate |
Additional game drives & safari activities
Season | Date Range | Package Type | Adult PP Rate | Children PP Rate 3-11 years old | Children PP Rate aged 12 and up |
Yearly | 1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 | Morning Game Drive Traversing | R1,065 ZAR | R820 ZAR | R1,065 ZAR |
Yearly | 1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 | Afternoon Game Drive Traversing | R1,065 ZAR | R820 ZAR | R1,065 ZAR |
Yearly | 1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 | Sunset Game Drive Traversing with Sundowner Drink | R1,065 ZAR | R820 ZAR | R1,065 ZAR |
Yearly | 1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 | Bushwalk (2 hours) minimum 4 pax requirement, average 12 | R1,200 ZAR | Not Allowed | R1,200 ZAR |
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IncludedDinner, Bed & Breakfast: Accommodation, Dinner, Breakfast per night stayHalf Board Includes: Accommodation, Dinner, Breakfast, 1x Half Day Game Drive per night stayFull Board Includes: Accommodation, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, 2x Half Day Game Drive per night stay
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Not IncludedCommunity levy of R52 per person per dayThe mandatory KNP conservation fee per person per day (self-drive in Numbi gate as well as game drives) unless the person has an annual Wild Card where conservation fees do not have to be paidAll beverages and items of personal natureChildren below 3 years old are not allowed on the game drives
