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Nkomazi Game Reserve

Badplaas, South Africa

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Nkomazi Game Reserve

PROPERTY FACILITIES

Pool

Spa

Wi-Fi

Eco-Friendly

AVAILABLE SERVICES

Laundry Service

COMFORT LEVEL/PRICE RANGE

Mid-range

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Is the Nkomazi Game Reserve for Me?

An untamed African experience awaits at Nkomazi Private Game Reserve, surrounded by towering mountains, broad river valleys and impressive grasslands. This piece of land, south-west of the Kruger National Park, stretches out over 15 000 hectares is home to a diverse ecosystem that supports both Highveld and Lowveld game species, as well as an abundance of birdlife. This makes for spectacular game viewing and a unique safari experience.

At the Lodge, true tranquility is found. The lodge is characterized by the Komati River which continuously emits a gentle rumble. This reminder of one’s proximity to nature complements the tranquil atmosphere that is felt throughout Nkomazi Private Game Reserve. Steeped in history, the reserve is home to some of the oldest rock formations on earth, embellished by ancient San rock art.

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Nkomazi Game Reserve Rooms

The Nkomazi Game Reserve has 17 rooms. Select a room for more details.

Deluxe Tent

The six Deluxe Tents are framed by nature and are well-appointed, offering a great deal of comfort. These tents sleep a maximum of two adults and have panoramic views of Nkomazi Game Reserve.

• Average Tent Size: 40 m2
• Mini bar stocked upon request, at an additional cost
• Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
• King or Twin size bed
• Luxury 300 thread count cotton linen
• Aircons (cooling and heating functions)
• En-suite bathroom with indoor shower
• Outside bath and shower
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Hairdryer
• International plugs
• Electronic safe
• Private sun deck with cold plunge pool

Luxury Tent

The six Luxury Tents are framed by nature and are well-appointed, offering a great deal of comfort. These tents sleep a maximum of two adults and are river facing.

Family Tent

The Family Tents, also surrounded by the wild, is luxurious and spacious. This tent sleeps a maximum of two adults and 2 children older than twelve.

• Tent Size: 80 m2
• Mini bar stocked upon request, at an additional cost
• Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
• King and Twin size bed
• Luxury 300 thread count cotton linen
• Aircons (cooling and heating functions)
• Lounge area
• En-suite bathroom with indoor shower
• Outside bath and shower
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Hairdryer
• International plugs
• Electronic safe
• Private sun deck with plunge pool

Honeymoon Tent

The two Honeymoon Tents are set with the closest proximity to the Komati River, offering a special location where your honeymoon can be enjoyed to the fullest. The tents’ surroundings are stunning, as are their interiors, which have been beautifully appointed. They are incredibly spacious, at 80 m² each.

Each Honeymoon Tent features:

• A private sun deck with a cold plunge pool
• A minibar stocked upon request, at an additional cost
• Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
• A queen-size bed
• Luxury linen
• A lounge area
• Air conditioning (cooling and heating functions)
• An en-suite bathroom with indoor shower
• An outside bath and shower
• Bathrobes and slippers
• A hairdryer
• International plugs
• An electronic safe

Presidential Tent

Deluxe Tent

The six Deluxe Tents are framed by nature and are well-appointed, offering a great deal of comfort. These tents sleep a maximum of two adults and have panoramic views of Nkomazi Game Reserve.

Luxury Tent

The six Luxury Tents are framed by nature and are well-appointed, offering a great deal of comfort. These tents sleep a maximum of two adults and are river facing.

Family Tent

The Family Tents, also surrounded by the wild, is luxurious and spacious. This tent sleeps a maximum of two adults and 2 children older than twelve.

Honeymoon Tent

Each Honeymoon Tent features:

Room facilities

Coffee/Tea

En-Suite

Air Conditioning

Safe

Gowns

Television

Mini Bar

Mosquito Net

Outside Shower

Lounge Area

Balcony

Verandah

Plunge Pool

Deck

Pure Cotton Linen

Jacuzzi

Activities offered by Nkomazi Game Reserve

Activities on site

Game Drives

Bird Watching

Cycling

Fishing

Hiking

Rhino Tracking

Activities off site

Cultural Tour

Nkomazi Game Reserve Restaurants

Dining

Main Tent

Open Air Boma

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More about Nkomazi Game Reserve

Game Drives

Nkomazi Private Game Reserve is a wildlife haven. This is where great natural beauty and the 3.7 billion years of history meet. Nature lovers can share in the many wonders of Nkomazi, its diversity of wildlife and habitat, its natural beauty and major geological finds. Interactive morning and evening game drives in open game-viewing vehicles form part of the Nkomazi Private Game Reserve experience. These drives last up to three hours, and guests are served tea or coffee at sunrise and a sundowner at sunset. Viewing diverse flora, including the Barberton daisy and the Protea, also forms part of these journeys.

Birding Safari

Nkomazi Private Game Reserve is home to over 300 bird species, which makes for impressive bird watching. The reserve’s birding safaris provide guests with a special opportunity to spot these diverse creatures.

Guided Nature Walks

A wonderful opportunity to view the finer details of the bush up close is offered through Nkomazi Private Game Reserve’s guided nature walks. These are led by qualified walking guides who reveal the sighting of, and information on birds, insects, plants and animal droppings. Guided nature walks are

provided at an additional cost and are only offered to guests over the age of sixteen.

This activity must be requested at the time of booking accommodation as walks are scheduled subject to the availability of guides.

Fly-Fishing

Fly-fishing can be enjoyed along the 30 kilometres of the Komati River that winds its way through Nkomazi Private Game Reserve. This is an awe-inspiring and adventurous activity that is offered on a catch and release basis, at an additional cost and subject to weather and river conditions. Rangers are on hand to offer basic tuition and guidance.

Stargazing

A breathtaking experience can be taken in during Nkomazi Private Game Reserve’s informative stargazing sessions, led by the reserve’s “star rangers”. Given the clean air and the fact that very little unnatural light competes with the brightness of the stars in this region, the sight of the night sky is truly spectacular. A closer look can be enjoyed through the reserve’s Celestron scope.

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