Zinzi Lodge
About
Zinzi River Lodge is the perfect bushveld getaway with five beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms, ideal for families or groups of friends seeking privacy and comfort.
Each room features a king-size bed and a spacious en-suite bathroom with outdoor shower, toilet, and wash basin. Air-conditioning ensures a comfortable stay.
Your stay includes full board, with all meals provided (excluding premium drinks), and daily game drives to explore the Big Five in the Balule Game Reserve. Guests can relax on the expansive decks overlooking the bush and Olifants River, gather around the boma for evening braais, or enjoy the outdoor dining and seating areas.
The lodge also offers a fully equipped kitchen, open-plan dining and lounge area, comfortable seating, and a TV for added convenience.
Situated along the Olifants River in the Balule Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger ecosystem, Zinzi River Lodge offers an exclusive safari experience, seamlessly combining comfort, privacy, and wildlife adventure for an unforgettable African getaway.
Accommodation
Zinzi River Lodge Full Board Safari Retreat
Zinzi River Lodge is the perfect bushveld getaway with five beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms, ideal for families or groups of friends seeking privacy and comfort.
Each room features a king-size bed and a spacious en-suite bathroom with outdoor shower, toilet, and wash basin. Air-conditioning ensures a comfortable stay.
Your stay includes full board, with all meals provided (excluding premium drinks), and daily game drives to explore the Big Five in the Balule Game Reserve. Guests can relax on the expansive decks overlooking the bush and Olifants River, gather around the boma for evening braais, or enjoy the outdoor dining and seating areas.
The lodge also offers a fully equipped kitchen, open-plan dining and lounge area, comfortable seating, and a TV for added convenience.
Situated along the Olifants River in the Balule Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger ecosystem, Zinzi River Lodge offers an exclusive safari experience, seamlessly combining comfort, privacy, and wildlife adventure for an unforgettable African getaway.
Facilities
Free parking, BBQ / picnic area, Wi-Fi
Location & Surroundings
Hoedspruit Gateway to Safari & Adventure
Hoedspruit is a small agricultural town in Limpopo Province, located near the foot of the Klein Drakensberg and along the old Selati railway line. Its name literally means ?hat creek.?
Despite its rural charm, Hoedspruit has grown into a major wildlife and safari hub thanks to its proximity to the Kruger National Park and numerous private game reserves. It?s well?connected by Eastgate Airport, which now serves civilian flights, making it very accessible for travellers.
Wildlife & Conservation
Hoedspruit is surrounded by game?rich country and serves as a base for many private reserves, lodges, and wildlife experiences. The town is home to the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre, a conservation and research facility focused on breeding and protecting endangered species like cheetahs, rhinos, and African wild dogs.
Nearby, the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre cares for injured, poisoned, and orphaned wildlife and offers educational tours showcasing rescued animals and conservation work.
Activities & Experiences
Beyond traditional game drives, Hoedspruit offers a wide range of activities:
Hot air balloon flights over the Lowveld landscape.
Microlight and helicopter scenic flights for aerial wildlife and landscape views.
Horseback safaris and walking safaris through private reserves.
Quad biking, mountain biking and trail running in the scenic Lowveld.
Cultural experiences like Nyani Cultural Village and local craft markets.
Natural Attractions Nearby
Hoedspruit is also a launch point for day trips to regions like the Blyde River Canyon ? one of the largest green canyons in the world ? with stunning viewpoints, boat cruises, and hiking trails.
Local Life & Culture
The town retains its rural charm and agricultural roots, producing citrus, avocados, mangoes and other fruit. It also has vibrant weekend markets, cafés, craft galleries, and community events that offer an authentic slice of Lowveld living.
House Rules
Rooms
Zinzi River Lodge
Nestled on the Olifants River in the Balule Game Reserve, this spacious lodge is ideal for an exclusive safari getaway. It features five king en-suite bedrooms with full board included so guests can r
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Lion Room
The Lion Room is a very spacious executive-style room with an en-suite bathroom featuring a bath, and a private deck overlooking the bush, offering a comfortable and exclusive safari stay.
Rhino Room
The Rhino Room is a comfortable double room with an en-suite bathroom and a private deck overlooking the bush, perfect for relaxing and watching wildlife.
Leopard Room
The Leopard Room is a comfortable double room with an en-suite bathroom and a private deck overlooking the bush, ideal for relaxing and observing wildlife.
Elephant Room
The Elephant Room is a comfortable double room with an en-suite bathroom and a private deck overlooking the bush, perfect for unwinding and watching wildlife.
Buffalo Room
The Buffalo Room is a comfortable double room with an en-suite bathroom and a private deck overlooking the bush, ideal for relaxing and observing wildlife.
Location
Address
Klipheuwel Farm No. 36 Balule Game Reserve Hoedspruit 1380
Directions
From Hoedspruit:
1.Enter through the Olifants Balule gate.(Do not enter the Jejane gate)
2. Now follow the road along the railway line on the left for approximately 24km.
3. You will come to a T junction.
Turn left cross over the railwayand immediately right.
4. Follow the road with the railway o
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