Places to stayBalule Game Reserve
Lodg, 5-starBalule Nature Reserve, off R40, Balule Game Reserve, South AfricaShow on map
One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.
9.8195ReviewsLuxurious Chalets with River Views
Pondoro offers three architecturally designed chalets overlooking the Olifants River, each beautifully decorated with an African theme. Enjoy en-suite bathrooms with river views, lounge areas, air-conditioning, and wooden decks for a serene stay.
Fine Dining and Wine Experience
Indulge in a fusion of traditional African and modern European cuisine on the wooden deck with river views. Explore Pondoro’s extensive wine cellar and grab a snack at the bar, all included in your stay for a culinary delight.
9.8
Rated 9.8 out of 10 by 195 guests who stayed here.
Exceptional staff, both rangers and hospitality. They made us feel really special.
The views from the suites and restaurant are fantastic.
You can see elephants and hippos from the rooms.
The tours in the bush showed…
La experiencia más premium que viví.
Atendido por sus dueños ❤️
Comida 10 puntos. Habitación Tree de primer nivel. La calidad del servicio, en cada detalle.
Safari: muy bueno. Son 3 al día (2 en auto 1 caminando)…
Tout était parfait
Personnel à notre disposition à la moindre demande
Excellente cuisine
Les guides (Sully et Eckeson) sont exceptionnels
Mi è piaciuto tutto, dal safari della mattina alla cena.
Lo staff sempre sorridente e molto disponibile.
Cibo, pulizia e servizi ottimi.
Nulla
It was beautiful, the views, the decor, our room, they were all exquisite. The food was amazing and all the staff were friendly and friendly exceptional.
Nothing about the property. Only one piece of feedback would be…
Luxurious stay with incredible food. The drivers were exceptional, better than our drivers in Sabi Sands. Incredible service and very clean.
The only thing I can think of is that it was harder to find the animals because…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated August 2026.
Balule Nature Reserve, off R40, Balule Game Reserve, South Africa
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
Check-in from 1:00 PM until 05:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
Please note that guests are required to pay an entrance fee per car for the Balule Nature Reserve when arriving at the Olifants West gate. Prices vary according to type of vehicle.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Balule Nature Reserve, off R40, Balule Game Reserve.
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