Ximongwe River Camp
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Balule Game Reserve
Safari/Game Lodge, Self Catering
(2
rooms)
(1 customer review)
Affordable self-catered or fully-catered accommodation within the Greater Kruger Park, on the banks of the Olifants River. Accommodation comprises of two cottages, Hippo Cottage that sleeping 10 guests in 5 double rooms with a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, lounge, 2 bathrooms and an outside deck/lapa with braai facilities and a splash pool.
Crocodile Cottage, sleep 6 guests in 3 double rooms with a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, lounge, 2 bathrooms and an outside deck/lapa with braai facilities and a splash pool. Both these cottages are serviced daily including linen and towels.
Beautiful indigenous trees and flowing lawns that lead down to the river. A few ideally placed benches provide the perfect spot for a sundowner and some excellent bird watching. A tranquil setting with a peaceful ambiance that can only be experienced in the bushveld. Hippos, crocodiles, elephants and buffalo are regular visitors here, and occasionally lions have ventured through the camp. Kudu’s, bush buck and warthogs graze regularly in the camp and the vervet monkeys are often seen playing in the trees on the river bank.
Please note:
* Conservation fees are charged.
* A minimum stay of two nights is required.
* No loud noise or music is permitted.
* No smoking within the unit. There are outside smoking facilities.
* We have strict gate times – the gate closes at 19h00. Access will be possible after this time only in an emergency with prior arrangement.
* We have wine, limited soft drinks and local beers available, as well as bottled water should you require a mini bar. A mini bar can be arranged prior to your arrival.
* Day trips to the Kruger National Park and sightseeing tours of the Panorama Route, Moholoholo, HESC, and Olifants Kambaku River Cruise can be arranged.
* The Phalaborwa Gate is 40km from the Lodge and the Orpen Gate is 110km away, for self-drive adventures within the Kruger Park.
* Firewood and ice are sold at the entrance gate to the reserve.
* Our access road into the reserve is a sand/gravel road. A 4×2 or 4×4 is highly recommended. Vehicles with low ground clearance should take extra caution and sport conversions are not recommended.
* If you are booked on a self-catering basis, please make sure you bring all your supplies with you, as the nearest town is 40km from us.
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Ximongwe River Camp
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Balule Game Reserve
Safari/Game Lodge, Self Catering
(2
rooms)
(1 customer review)
Affordable self-catered or fully-catered accommodation within the Greater Kruger Park, on the banks of the Olifants River. Accommodation comprises of two cottages, Hippo Cottage that sleeping 10 guests in 5 double rooms with a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, lounge, 2 bathrooms and an outside deck/lapa with braai facilities and a splash pool.
Crocodile Cottage, sleep 6 guests in 3 double rooms with a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, lounge, 2 bathrooms and an outside deck/lapa with braai facilities and a splash pool. Both these cottages are serviced daily including linen and towels.
Beautiful indigenous trees and flowing lawns that lead down to the river. A few ideally placed benches provide the perfect spot for a sundowner and some excellent bird watching. A tranquil setting with a peaceful ambiance that can only be experienced in the bushveld. Hippos, crocodiles, elephants and buffalo are regular visitors here, and occasionally lions have ventured through the camp. Kudu’s, bush buck and warthogs graze regularly in the camp and the vervet monkeys are often seen playing in the trees on the river bank.
Please note:
* Conservation fees are charged.
* A minimum stay of two nights is required.
* No loud noise or music is permitted.
* No smoking within the unit. There are outside smoking facilities.
* We have strict gate times – the gate closes at 19h00. Access will be possible after this time only in an emergency with prior arrangement.
* We have wine, limited soft drinks and local beers available, as well as bottled water should you require a mini bar. A mini bar can be arranged prior to your arrival.
* Day trips to the Kruger National Park and sightseeing tours of the Panorama Route, Moholoholo, HESC, and Olifants Kambaku River Cruise can be arranged.
* The Phalaborwa Gate is 40km from the Lodge and the Orpen Gate is 110km away, for self-drive adventures within the Kruger Park.
* Firewood and ice are sold at the entrance gate to the reserve.
* Our access road into the reserve is a sand/gravel road. A 4×2 or 4×4 is highly recommended. Vehicles with low ground clearance should take extra caution and sport conversions are not recommended.
* If you are booked on a self-catering basis, please make sure you bring all your supplies with you, as the nearest town is 40km from us.
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Rooms and Rates
Room information
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x 5
(main is Double)
Shared Bathroom
Details
Description:
There are 5 bedrooms – each with a double bed (made from logs) with mattresses and pillow protectors; wooden bedside pedestals with reading lamps; luggage racks and built-in cupboards. White linen with a water/nautical-themed throw, as well as beautiful scatter cushions.
Each room has a fan. Lovely neutral-coloured curtains ensure privacy. Terracotta tiled floors throughout.
Two full bathrooms with shower and bath. A beautifully decorated dining room that seats 10 people.
Spacious, fully equipped farm kitchen with a pantry, gas/electric combination stove/oven, fridge/freezer combo refrigerator and a box freezer.
A comfortably furnished lounge area which opens up onto a raised balcony where you can enjoy an early morning cup of coffee or tea and watch the bush come to life.
Large viewing deck, overlooking the river, that includes a built-in splash pool. A boma has been built close to the deck area where you can relax and warm up around the fire during the cooler winter evenings.
Outside dining facilities for 10 people on the deck, as well as pool loungers for those long, lazy summer days.
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Facilities:
- Balcony
- Bar Fridge
- Fan
- Iron & Ironing board
- No Smoking
- View
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
- Oven
- Freezer
Crocodile Cottage
(1
room)
Room information
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x 3
(main is Double)
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Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
Details
Description:
There are 3 bedrooms – each with a double bed with mattresses and pillow protectors; bedside pedestals with reading lamps; luggage racks and built-in cupboards. White linen with a water/nautical-themed throw, as well as beautiful scatter cushions. Each room has a fan.
Lovely neutral-colored curtains ensure privacy.
Two bathrooms one with shower and bath and one with only shower. Fully equipped kitchen, gas stove/oven, and a fridge/freezer combo.
A comfortably furnished lounge area with an enchanting bar which open on a balcony overlooking the Olifants river where you can enjoy an early morning cup of coffee or tea and watch the bush come to life.
Large viewing deck, overlooking the river that includes a built-in splash pool. A lapa with braai facilities.
Outside dining facilities in the lapa, as well as pool loungers for those long, lazy summer days.
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More ›
Facilities:
- Bar Fridge
- Fan
- Iron & Ironing board
- No Smoking
- View
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
- Oven
- Freezer
Reviews of Ximongwe River Camp
(1 review)
Denise Hildebrandt
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7 May 2018
"It was certainly a piece of heaven on earth. Thank you again to our host Johan Scott and hostess Ronell Scott for the great spoilage, delicious food, game drives and rest! We saw so many wildlife, .... and of course the big cats were our favorite! We will never forget it and will certainly come and ..."
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"It was certainly a piece of heaven on earth. Thank you again to our host Johan Scott and hostess Ronell Scott for the great spoilage, delicious food, game drives and rest! We saw so many wildlife, .... and of course the big cats were our favorite! We will never forget it and will certainly come and visit again."
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Continental Breakfast served
Breakfast served
Breakfast on request
Lunch served
Lunch on request
Lunch Box on request
Dinner served
Dinner on request
Set Menu offered
Caters for Vegetarian
Bird Watching
Braai / Barbecue
Game Viewing
Garden
Swimming Pool
Walking / Hiking
Airport Shuttle Service
Health Spa
Tourism Information Desk
Cots available
Family friendly
Fireplace on premises
Laundry Service
Parking available
Smoking permitted
Free WiFi
Bar Fridge
Fan
Iron & Ironing board
View
Bed Linen supplied
Towels
Oven
- Balcony
- Smoking
- No Smoking
- Tea and Coffee
- Fully Equipped
- Microwave
- Tumble Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Freezer
Children age 12 and over are charged as adults.
x 5
(main is Double)
Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
