Reviews of Indalu Game Reserve
Off the N2 ; Herbertsdale Cooper Turnoff, 6500 Boggomsbaai, South Africa

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Reviewed: 6 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewEvery thing ,,location of the chalets was excellent and enjoyed the company of the animals. Gerhard was very accommodating, and even helped us with the braii. All in all it was a great trip.
Reviewed: 27 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewAn amazing experience to be surrounded by nature, with only the birds,buck, ostriches,giraffes and rhinos as neighbours. Chalet is comfortable and beautiful and the kitchen was excellent, has everything you may need (oil,salt,pepper,tea,coffee,water), you only have to bring food. Sitting by the fire in the evening was the best way to end the day. We also did the elephant walk (highly recommended!!) and the game drive. Both wonderful.
Reviewed: 24 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewEverything! the place, the animals, the owners, and the facilities by far exceeded our expectations. The Indalu Game Reserve will forever live in our hearts - what a unique and special place! We will be forever grateful that we managed to spend 3 night's here It was an honour
There is nothing not to like! you will cherish the memories you create here forever more
Reviewed: 18 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewThe location, the peace, the animals. The owners were welcoming and knowledgeable. Loved it all
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Reviewed: 1 November 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewFantastic game reserve with a rare opportunity to stay alone in the middle of the reserve. Convenient, simple and clean room with everything we needed! The Safari and elephant walk were an absolute highlight! The hosts Gerald and Ariane were perfect!
Reviewed: 15 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewLoved that we were out in nature. The decor was amazing, beds very comfortable. The separate kitchen had all we needed. Able to access wifi from room but better in the kitchen. Enjoyed the drive to our accommodation on the property then had an awesome game drive to admire the animals on the reserve. I also enjoyed browsing and purchasing items from their little gift shop.
Reviewed: 1 July 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewWhat a unique experience staying in these beautiful cottages by a river in the secluded bush
I would not complain about anything
Reviewed: 21 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewBeautiful landscape and comfortable living situation with everything you’d need for a quiet getaway to the bush. Great kitchen, awesome fire place and awesome remote location to get away from civilization.
Reviewed: 2 April 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewGreat family-run private game reserve. Arena, Gerhard and Hanro make you really feel welcome. The chalets offer all you need and the extra kitchen house makes it very practical. Also firewood and charcoal are already there. All you need is the food and drinks (water is also there). Elephant walk and game drive are special, Happy to come back when the lions are there.
Nothing to complain about. It is, of course not a huge game reserve and some animals are still missing, but the experience is great nevertheless
Reviewed: 26 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewThe host was very friendly and worked around our uncertain arrival time. The game drive we did with Hanro was lovely and it was inspiring to see the family's dedication to the veldt and game. We booked for an overnight stay and with only two lodges on the site we had the whole place to ourselves. The facilities in the lodges and the separate kitchen were excellent. One has to self-cater and we did a braai. The highlight was spending the evening sitting in front of the fire, under the stars, all quiet and feeling part of nature - a truly unique and magical experience.
Reviewed: 20 March 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewThis location is beyond words, aboslutely amazing and we are so happy we decided to spend a night there. This is definitely one of the things of our trip we won't ever forget!
Reviewed: 15 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewAll good.
Reviewed: 20 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewThe landscape was spectacular, the animals had space to roam and forage. Our hut was very comfortable and private. The kitchen facilities were good, as was the wifi connection. We loved sitting in the Brai area watching the Impalas tip toe to the water hole. Elephant and Safari drive were excellent.
Nothing. All very good.
Reviewed: 31 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewThe views are impeccable. Feels very in touch with nature here. Lovely accommodation, very good size. Saw the giraffes have a drink in the waterhole in the morning. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Big thank you to everyone at Indalu. Was the highlight of our trip to South Africa. I will definitely come back and stay.
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Reviewed: 10 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewIf you want to meet African nature, you must choose Indalu. I have never seen a better lodge. You have your own little cottage and a 100% equipped kitchen with a superb braai area.
Really nothing!!!!!!!!!!
Hi Wolfgang, Thanks so much for your feedback and wonderful review! We loved having you here and looking forward to seeing you again. Best Regards, Indalu family
Reviewed: 7 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewAbsolutely everything. It was one of the best experiences of our lives.
Nothing
Hi Lisa, Thank you for your lovely review, much appreciated. We are so happy you had such a wonderful time. All the very best. Indalu Family
Reviewed: 30 December 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewWe did the elephant walk and interaction and the the game drive, both of which were fabulous. We then stayed the night and had an awesome experience. There are only 2 lodges, 1 of which was unoccupied so we were the only guests using the facilities and outside areas. Firewood is available so it was wonderful to sit by the fire, look at the stars, fully enjoy the experience and immerse ourselves in the surroundings, with just the sounds of animals and birds. The room is very comfortable and the large kitchen (in a separate building) is fully equipped. We woke in the morning to find 2 giraffes right next to our lodge, which was simply magical. Also, the hosts were very welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable. I'm so glad that we decided to stay here.
There was nothing we didn't like
Thanks Tracey for your amazing review we truly appreciate it! So glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Warm Regards, Indalu Family