Reviews of Khululeka Safaris Lodge
8 Village House Wild Fig Country Estate, 1240 White River, South Africa
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Reviewed: 4 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful Area, very quite
You can hear The People next Door
Reviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEverything it was amazing
The view
Reviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe lodge is in a beautiful setting with wildlife free roaming. Quiet and relaxing and a friendly and helpful host, George. The unit was clean, the bed comfortable and it has a powerful shower.
Nothing not to like, but a toaster would have been good!
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWe had a lovely stay here - the host was so lovely and welcoming. It was a beautiful room - very modern, tv, really clean, comfy bed, with all of the kitchen amenities you could need. The highlight - the property’s surroundings. We saw warthogs grazing outside our terrace, on our short walk around the country estate we saw four giraffes!
Reviewed: 16 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewSet in a wonderful private estate with 24hr security. Rooms have amazing views of nature, wildlife and the city of Mbombela in the distance Rooms are spotless, modern, comfortable and perfect for couples, solo travellers and small families. The kitchenette had everything we needed and a gas braai/barbecue was arranged for us. Our incredible host (Zelda), was knowledgeable and accommodating. Probably the best value for money accommodation we used whilst in Mpumalanga. Great for a home base for Kruger National Park given its closeness to both the Phabeni and Numbi gates. Private Safari drives are also available White River and Mbombela are also very close by with multiple fantastic eating options. Beautiful non-predatory wildlife (Impala, Giraffe, Zebra, etc) on the estate allowing you to walk around safely and immerse yourself in nature. The estate itself has hiking/walking paths for you to enjoy in addition to a beautiful picnic area. The residents on the estate are super friendly.
There was nothing not to like. I wish I had spent more time here.
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewThe host mostly was very kind and shared alot of information about places of interest around the area
Thanks for you kind review we loved hosting you hope to see again in the future
Reviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGreat facility wonderful host.
Nothing
Reviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewGeorge was very friendly and helpful. Room was exceptionally clean and neat. Beautiful sunset was a bonus!
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Reviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewExcellent location within a beautiful setting.
Reviewed: 23 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewSituated inside a wildlife estate with animals roaming freely
Would have been great if it had a braai facility to complete the wildlife/outdoor experience.
Albie thanks for taking the time to do the review. So glad you had a comfortable stay with us and enjoyed the wildlife.
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewCan spot animals walking freely on the estate
Thank you for your kind review it was a pleasure to host you and hope to see you again in the future
Reviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 23 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewPiece and tranquility
No braai or fireplace facility
Reviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe guest suite is located in a stunning wildlife estate with easy access to town. Beautiful, comfortable accommodation and excellent value for money. The hosts are so welcoming and go out of their way to ensure a pleasant stay. Can highly recommend Khululeka.
There was nothing I didn't like.
Jennifer thank you for your kind words and for loving your stay with us. We loved sharing our little peace of nature with you
Reviewed: 12 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
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