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Reviews of Zulu Rock Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve

R34 Between Vryheid and, Ulundi R3GQ+2F Nsubeni, 3100 Ulundi, South Africa

#1 of 6 hotels in Ulundi

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Review score

Based on 183 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean with great facilities and amazing stuff

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    What an amazing stay at Zulu Rock Lodge. Perfect and professional staff, delicious food and amazing game drives. We had a wonderful time!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    10
    The best accommodation I've ever stayed in and I travel all over the world.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing.

    All the staff are well trained and amazing. The place is super clean and exceeded my expectations. I stayed in the honeymoon suite, but the deluxe suites were exceptional too. The game drive was amazing; we saw animals and the most awesome sunset.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    8.0
    The staff - all of them make this place super special
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Traditional Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Serene and well positioned on a game reserve

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    10
    Amazing loved every minute
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food portions could have been bigger

    The staff were amazing

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful Babanango
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The game viewing was a bit sparse. Although the reserve offers the Big 5, perhaps they could stock up on more antelope.

    This place offers outstanding service by friendly professional staff. The gourmet food is exquisitely presented and scrumptious. The location offers some of the spectacular and dramatic scenery I've seen at any game reserve. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. In winter the fireplace is an added bonus.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2025

    10
    The staff was amazing esp on my birthday. Kept saying wow throughout the day to myself 😍
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Traditional Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A soul-soothing escape in the heart of the wild…the stillness, the beauty, the clarity… unforgettable. Most friendly staff ever they made my birthday super special

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Traditional Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast and location were wonderful

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    9.0
    Zulu Rock is truly a slice of heaven perched upon a rock.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing.

    The facilities were top-notch, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The amenities exceeded our expectations, providing us with a comfortable and memorable experience. From the well-maintained rooms to the exceptional service, every aspect contributed to a delightful visit. We look forward to returning in the future.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful experience!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional stay in beautiful surroundings
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn’t enough hot water for a bath

    We had a wonderful stay at Zulu Rock Lodge. It was such a beautiful and peaceful place; so good for the soul! We obviously loved seeing all of the animals, but our game drives were made all the more special by our ranger, Zondi. He was friendly, knowledgeable and sincere, and we were so sad to say goodbye to him at the end. As for the accommodation, it was utter luxury! The service was exceptional and the food was exquisite! We really hope to be able to go back again one day!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was amazing

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2025

    10
    Richard and Jess
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn't anything that we weren't satisfied with... it was perfect...

    The view was spectacular, the staff were so wonderful, the food was next level and the overall experience was just fantastic. Such friendly people all over the Lodge are always willing to help or assist however they can. The rooms were so comfortable and well presented. The staff really made the whole experience more comfortable and relaxing. The food was more than we could imagine and there was so much of it! Definitely great value for money. 10/10 would recommend!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2025

    10
    Beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful scenery and fantastic accommodation

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2025

    10
    Loved it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The game reserve is in early development. A few more years and the game should pick up.

    Beautiful property with amazing potential

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2025

    10
    I had a great time, i was celebrating my 40th birthday with my parents and they really enjoyed it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    That no one told us of activities that the Game Reserve offers other than game drives that are included in the booking and spa treatment that we had pre-booked.

    The breakfast was great, the eggs were prepared just the way i like there and there were ample vegetarian options.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful lodge with amazing views, a place to see the wildlife and relax.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was a bit standard, some items not replaced and simple things like self service toast not offered, this may have been because there was only one 4 of us in total staying the night. The only booking options are all inclusive of safaris, would love to stay an extra night or two without two safaris on every day(even the option of just one safari per day) to fully enjoy the use of the pool, relax on the deck and just take in the views.

    We had the suite with private pool, room and view were amazing. Everything within the room had been well thought out and tastefully presented. Staff were polite and friendly. Guide on the safaris, NG, was engaging and very attentive to our requests. Tried his hardest to get to see the wildlife despite the weather! Dinner was lovely, all three courses were fresh, flavourful and nicely presented.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2024

    10
    Beautiful Babanango with view for days
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view! The hospitality was lovely, the staff attentive and friendly. The food was great and well presented. It is still a new game reserve so not heavily stocked but we had excellent sightings and the ability to watch lions mate and cheetahs hunt for a good length of time with no pressure from other game watching vehicles was special. Hendrick our guide has a true passion for the bush and loves imparting knowledge. Our room was luxurious and made even bad weather a delight as you got to enjoy the fireplace and rain, and the private pool was a treat on a hot day. My only build ( I’m not putting it as a dislike as the meal was perfectly lovely) but even when there are only two guests, there should always be a limited choice for dinner - even two options. You never know what you feel like on the day and I think selecting at lunch will give ample time to prepare

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2024

    10
    We had an amazing stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Honestly Nothing, they met almost all our expectations.

    The food was delicious ( breakfast, lunch and dinner). They met our expectations. The hospitality we received from the staff was exceptional. We had the best experience ever.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great, except not getting to see lions during our drives

    The views from our room were great.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    Once in a lifetime experience, should be on everyone's bucketlist.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 9 nights

    there is nothing not to like, everything was perfect in every detail

    Our stay at Babanango Game reserve at the Madwaleni River lodge and Zulu Rock Lodge was an experience we will never forget. The Lodge is a fantastic " tent" with all the comfort you can imagine. Our Diner was served as a private dinner at the libary, in the winecellar and other places. We also had a suprise breakfast outdoors in the wild, absolutly fantastic. Under the guidance of one of the best experts, mr Eduan Balt, we enjoyed the gamedrives in the morning and afternoon. We never learned so much during all those gamedrives in our whole life. Special thanks to Lungelo, Lunka and Ntombi and everyone of the staff , they were all very friendly and forthcoming, This was a once in a lifetime experience.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Best descison ever! Out of this world!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Everything about Zulu Rock is phenomenal! Just gorgeous. Completely surrounded by nature. The game drives were out of this world. Theo was so knowledgeable and lovely to be with (We even witnessed the most thrilling kill) lol! The food!!! The food!!! Huge shout out to the Chefs! Did not a single bad meal, it was too good! The attention to detail in ALL things. WoW! The amazing staff! I honestly cannot recommend it enough! Absolutely stunning and I cannot wait to go back!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved everything

    Awesome place with awesome staff that will go the extra mile to make stay memorable

    Stayed in April 2024

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