Lukimbi Safari Lodge - Kruger National Park

Lukimbi Safari Lodge is situated in a private concession area of the southern Kruger National Park. Overlooking a dry riverbed and waterhole, this sophisticated African-styled 5 star lodge offers outstanding game viewing in a spectacular wilderness setting. Lukimbi’s 15 000 hectares borders three river systems, ensuring a huge diversity of wildlife, including the Big Five.

Spectacular sunsets rim the seemingly endless horizon before twinkling stars fill the black sky, and the stillness is broken only by the sounds of the wild. Unwind in this pristine setting, and experience the romance of the bushveld in sumptuous comfort.

The central reception area of Lukimbi Safari Lodge provides breath taking views over the pristine bush, looking across the seasonal riverbed towards an open plain. With the building of the lodge, the idea was to bring as much of the outside to the inside as possible, so covered open decks flow naturally into the immaculately decorated main areas. Around every corner you will be surprised and delighted by the combination of culturally inspired décor and vast open spaces, a constant reminder that you are now in Africa!

Meals at this child friendly accommodation are always a special event - enjoy a breakfast in the heart of the bush, eat your fill at the most amazing and delectable lunch spread and indulge in quiet time with an intimate dinner in the wine cellar. To make your stay even more perfect, a full beauty treatment including reflexology and aromatherapy at the health spa will ensure complete relaxation.

With a fully equipped conference centre for up to 40 delegates, Lukimbi Safari Lodge is the ideal option to combine business with pure pleasure in Kruger National Park.

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September 23, 2026 GB Website
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  

Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us


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Annelize Taylor    September 23, 2026   GB    Website   
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Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us in great detail!!

Thank you so much for arranging all our travel - Ulusaba, amazing. The pick ups were great - through vumba tours!!
The La Rochelle tours were fantastic too. Drivers were helpful, friendly and professional.

Really enjoyed our experiences and everyone involved made it even better!!!!

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September 23, 2026 ZA Website
Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  

Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly

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Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  
Andrew W.    September 23, 2026   ZA    Website   
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Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly recommend booking with Sabi Sands Lodges as it saved us time & effort. Experience counts and Max's knowledge was invaluable.

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August 19, 2026 Cardiff, UK Website
The best safari oasis  

We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see

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The best safari oasis  
Mandy H    August 19, 2026   Cardiff, UK    Website   
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We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see the big 5 and a lot more animals. The game drives were amazing. The Knowledge of the tracker (Donald) and our guide (Helen) was exceptional and they ensured we were able to see everything. We seen leopards, cheetahs and lions. You stop for a morning coffee out in the bush and sundowners in the evening, this was also excellently organised. The rooms are absolutely stunning with the biggest mini bar I’ve ever seen. The drink options are fantastic. Super comfortable rooms and luxurious. Food was superb. Each evening there was a different location for dinner excellently curated by the team at the hotel, with food prepared to a very high standard. We also used the gym facilities which were great. The service and operational standards at this hotel are exceptional. I would 100% stay at this lodge again it was such an incredible experience

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July 26, 2026 CL Website
100% Recommended  

Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100%

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100% Recommended  
Sven Gysling    July 26, 2026   CL    Website   
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Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100% recommended.

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May 6, 2026 ZA Website
Best in the bushes  

What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone

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Best in the bushes  
Candice Tehini    May 6, 2026   ZA    Website   
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What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone for the stress-free bush experience.

From the vanilla scented towels, to the delicious food, exciting game drives and phenomenal staff, our stay at Shiduli was magical from the second we arrived and lives in our hearts long after we left.

Your helpful staff greeted us as we arrived and and were with us every step of the way... literally. We were escorted to our private villa by Gary, who my children absolutely adored. Richard, in the bar was on form and Gogo Dorris had faith that we would see lions... which we did.

Thandy and Karen were friendly, professional and made us feel like old friends. We will definitely be back and will bring our friends and family so they can share in this beautiful gem.


2026 Rates

Period
Classic Suites
Luxury Suites
8 January – 28 February
&
16 November - 19 December 
R14,500.00 per person sharing per night
R18,400.00 per person single per night
R6,600.00 per child per night (2 – 12 years)
R16,500.00 per person sharing per night
R21,000.00 per person single per night
R7,200.00 per child per night (2 – 12 years)
1 March - 15 June 
R 15,500.00 per person sharing per night
R 20,000.00 per person single per night
R 7,000.00 per child per night (2 – 12 years)
R 17,500.00 per person sharing per night
R 25,050.00 per person single per night
R 7,700.00 per child per night (2 – 12 years)
 16 June - 15 November
&
20 December - 7 January 2027

(Minimum 2 night stay)

R16,300.00 per person sharing per night
R20,500.00 per person single per night
R7,400.00 per child per night (2 – 12 years)
R 18,500.00 per person sharing per night
R 23,500.00 per person single per night
R 8,100.00 per child per night (2 – 12 years)

* Rates exclude conservation fees and gate fees

 

 

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Lukimbi Safari Lodge – Kruger National Park – Information

Lukimbi Safari Lodge is situated in the southern region of Kruger National Park on a 15 000 hectare exclusive use concession, making this the ideal place for prime game viewing in the wilderness. Game drives are conducted by expert safari guides and full day bush walks are offered for guests wanting a more active safari experience. The central reception area of Lukimbi Safari Lodge provides breath taking views over the pristine bush, looking across the seasonal riverbed towards an open plain. With the building of the lodge, the idea was to bring as much of the outside to the inside as possible, so covered open decks flow naturally into the immaculately decorated main areas. Around every corner you will be surprised and delighted by the combination of culturally inspired décor and vast open spaces, a constant reminder that you are now in Africa! Meals at this child friendly accommodation are always a special event - enjoy a breakfast in the heart of the bush, eat your fill at the most amazing and delectable lunch spread and indulge in quiet time with an intimate dinner in the wine cellar. To make your stay even more perfect, a full beauty treatment including reflexology and aromatherapy at the health spa will ensure complete relaxation. With a fully equipped conference centre for up to 40 delegates, Lukimbi Safari Lodge is the ideal option to combine business with pure pleasure in Kruger National Park.

Lukimbi Safari Lodge offers 14 classic spacious suites, each with an en-suite bathroom and additional outdoor shower. In addition, 2 ultra-luxurious premier suites, they have a separate bedroom; dining area; larger lounge; main bathroom with huge ‘shareable’ bath; an inside and outside shower; a second bathroom; and private pool with wooden deck, where elephants quite often stop by for a drink. 

The African inspired décor incorporates the spirit of local myths and legends and reflects the surrounding bush. Each artistically decorated suite has a lounge area, which opens onto a secluded private deck – an ideal spot from which to sip a sundowner while watching the animals drift across the plains to the river to slake their thirst, and listening to the chatter of the myriad of birds. Two of the suites offer private splash pools, a dining room, and additional bathroom. 

The Lukimbi private concession area provides the ideal habitat for large herds of buffalo, zebra, wildebeest and other plains animals. Elephants roam through the concession, and frequently visit the lodge’s pool. The pans offer frequent sightings of white rhino, whilst the more elusive black rhino can be found in the more thickly wooded areas. Guests frequently sight the Big Five during their stay, along with cheetah, hippo, wild dog and a large variety of antelope. There are regular sightings of rare species, such as the roan antelope, Lichtenstein’s hartebeest and wild dog. Evening game drives reveal the more rarely seen nocturnal creatures, such as porcupine, aardwolf, genet, serval, white tailed mongoose, civet and brown hyena. Birdlife is prolific with over 450 species recorded. Raptor sightings include Martial, Tawny and Fish Eagles as well as Steppe Buzzards. Southern Ground Hornbills have nesting sites close to the lodge, and iridescently plumaged birds, such as the Lilac-breasted roller, Southern Carmine Bee-eaters, and Malachite kingfishers are often sighted.
Lukimbi Safari Lodge is one only a few lodges in Kruger National Park welcoming children from age 2, with a children's program including kiddies walks, crafts, treasure hunts, special kiddies dinners and picnics - the perfect spoil for any family with mom and dad relaxing whilst children are entertained.

Directions

• BY ROAD: • Lukimbi Safari Lodge is situated in The Kruger National Park, approximately 5 hours from Johannesburg, in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. • Take the N12 towards Witbank, there it connects with the N4 coming from Pretoria. • Pass Nelspruit, then continue a further 59km to Malelane. • The same road continues towards Maputo (Mozambique). • 3km past Malelane, turn left towards the Kruger National Park Malelane Gate (3km). • From here, please follow our map shown below or follow the signs from the Malelane Gate to Lukimbi. Please note: You will need to pay a gate entrance fee of R160 per vehicle and R40 per person.The entrance fee can only be confirmed at the time of making your reservation (Prices subject to change) • BY AIR: • There are direct daily flights from Cape Town and Johannesburg to KMIA (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport). • Transfers can be arranged between the airport and Lukimbi and transfer rates are available on request. • The drive between KMIA and Lukimbi takes approximately one and a half hours and is in an air-conditioned vehicle. GPS: -25.364658 (latitude) 31.683832 (longitude)

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Price Includes:

Luxury accommodation * All meals * Local Selected Drinks * Tea and coffee * 2 safaris daily in open game vehicles * Optional safari walk

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