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About this property
Phelwana Game Lodge is located in the Hoedspruit area and 47 km away from Kruger Park's Orpen Gate. The lodge offers luxury tents and well-appointed chalets with private pool. The accommodation will provide you with a deck or veranda, a seating area, a refrigerator and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Two meals are included in the daily rate at Phelwana. In the evenings, guests can relax at the camp fire. Phelwana Game Lodge offers guided bush walks and game drives. Other activities that can be enjoyed in the surroundings include cycling and fishing.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Karen
United Kingdom
“We stayed in a 3 bedroom villa with a swimming pool. The villa was very spacious, the beds were very comfortable and the outside area was very nice. Baboons and a giraffe visited us a couple of times. We did a safari drive from the hotel which was...” - Pravashnee
South Africa
“Thank you to Gale, Jo-Anne and Katie who went above and beyond to make our stay and my daughter's 9th birthday amazing. Special thanks to the Chef, the rainbow birthday cake was delicious. Thank you to Sly for a lovely game drive. This place is a...” - Clare
United Kingdom
“The tented room was beautiful with lovely facilities and touches. The staff were very friendly - specially Jeffrey and Titus. Loved the animals roaming around so accessibly.” - Caoimhe
Ireland
“We had the best time at Phelwana! We’d really recommend staying at the lodge. We stayed in the tent and it was immaculately clean. Every morning we were greeted with different animals at the tent like monkeys, baboons, bunnies, deer and even a...” - Aidan
Australia
“Airport transfers and Kruger game drive were expertly coordinated. Family friendly activities at the lodge (fishing, bush walks, sundowner drives) were very enjoyable for all ages, the food was very good and the staff were just excellent. We had a...” - Peju
France
“Loved everything! The views on the lake are very relaxing, the private pool of the room is very nice. Bush walks and game drives organized by the lodge are cool. The lodge also help with organizing all game drives and activities. Food is good...” - Simone
Australia
“Old fashioned luxury in the bush: cabins were comfortable and well-appointed and the main lodge was beautiful. Loved breakfasts looking out onto the verandah and the dam; loved the braai at the boma, and the evening game drive with sundowners and...” - Rogério
Brazil
“The property is lush, with animals everywhere, including some visiting us at breakfast and in our tent. We stayed in a magnificent tent facing a river with hippos constantly appearing to greet us. The hospitality of the Phelwana team could not...” - Matt
United Kingdom
“The luxury tents were very comfortable and had a great view over the dam. Unfortunately the hippos had decided to stay in another dam opposite but we got to see lots of monkeys/baboons, giraffe, zebras and even a Warthog. The staff were fantastic...” - Pieter
South Africa
“Good selection and choices of meals With excellent service by staff.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Phelwana Room
- CuisineLocal • South African
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 6 years are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Please note compulsory conservation and park fees per vehicle are applicable and excluded from the rates.
Please note it is recommended that guests use a high-rise vehicle or 4x4 to access the property.
Please note breakfast and dinner are inclusive but most beverages are excluded from the rate.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Phelwana Game Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property is accessible via an unpaved road, which may be unsuitable for some vehicles.
You are advised to bring your own vehicle as this property is not serviced by public transport.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.