Reviews of Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge 4 stars
York Nature Reserve, R40, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
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Reviewed: 23 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewFrom the moment we arrived, the staff's exceptional hospitality shone through, making us feel incredibly welcome and well-cared for. Dining under the vast African sky, with the magical ambiance of the forest surrounding us and animals occasionally wandering nearby, was an absolute highlight. It felt like a scene straight out of a dream! The safari game drives, both in the crisp morning and as the sun dipped below the horizon, were expertly guided. Our guide's knowledge and passion for the wildlife were evident, and we were thrilled to have spotted all of the "Big Five" in their natural habitat. What truly set Mohlabetsi apart was the thoughtful attention paid to our five-year-old daughter. The staff went above and beyond to engage her in fun and educational activities, making her feel like a special part of the Mohlabetsi family. This personal touch made our family vacation truly exceptional.
While the outdoor shower wasn't a favorite for my family, I can certainly appreciate how others might find it to be a unique and enjoyable experience, offering a special connection with nature.
Dear Meghna, Thank you very much for your beautiful review of Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. It was an absolute pleasure to host you and your family, we are so pleased you had such a great time with us. Congratulations again to Aakriti for doing so very well with her wildlife and Big 5 knowledge :) We would love to welcome you back in the future. Kind regards, The Mohlabetsi Team
Dear Meghna, Thank you very much for your beautiful review of Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. It was an absolute pleasure to host you and your family, we are so pleased you had such a great time with us. Congratulations again to Aakriti for do… Show more
Reviewed: 16 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe private suite was stylish, spacious, and...... private.
The food was mediocre, the game viewing one dimensional, and (despite paying top rate for the private suite) they wanted to charge an exorbitant rate for airport shuttles.
Good day, Trust you are having a good day, thank you for your feedback, we take any feedback as a positive information session where we can try and be better at all times ensuring our guests have a memorable stay. Hope to welcome you and your beautiful wife back for more Big 5 and other sightings like the last trip. Kind regards The Mohlabetsi Team!
Good day, Trust you are having a good day, thank you for your feedback, we take any feedback as a positive information session where we can try and be better at all times ensuring our guests have a memorable stay. Hope to welcome you and yo… Show more
Reviewed: 20 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewLovely friendly staff, room was large and bed very comfortable. Everyone at the lodge was really helpful, great food and fantastic game drives with Hamilton and Enoch. We saw all the big 5, would definitely recommend.
A canopy on the landcruiser safari vehicles would have been nice for a little shade
Dear Elaine, Thank you for your beautiful review of Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. We are thrilled you and Julian enjoyed your time with us. We will make sure to let Hamilton and Enock know how much you enjoyed their company and game drives. We hope you had a great rest of your trip in the country and enjoyed visiting your son :) Regards from the Bush, Jo & the Mohlabetsi Team
Dear Elaine, Thank you for your beautiful review of Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. We are thrilled you and Julian enjoyed your time with us. We will make sure to let Hamilton and Enock know how much you enjoyed their company and game drives. … Show more
Reviewed: 8 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewAbsolutely brilliant! My booking was a last minute impulse decision, and the deal offered on Booking.com was amazing. Jo and her team run a great operation, and make everyone feel special. The guest accommodation is in the form of individual rondavels, and they are top quality. The outdoor shower was a highlight! The food = oh my goodness - this was great. Far too much to eat, but better too much than too little. I had to skip a couple of meals. The safari drives are exciting, and the guides are friendly and professional. And great to meet new friends from all over the world. All in all, simply the best. Highly recommended.
Dear Hedley, Thank you so much for your beautiful review of Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. We loved hosting you and are very happy to read you enjoyed your time in our little piece of paradise. We would love to welcome you back one day, and maybe this time with your wife :) so she can see our beautiful ladies' outfits for herself. Regards from the Bush, The Mohlabetsi Team
Dear Hedley, Thank you so much for your beautiful review of Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. We loved hosting you and are very happy to read you enjoyed your time in our little piece of paradise. We would love to welcome you back one day, and m… Show more
Reviewed: 13 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewFriendly staff. Intimate amount of guests. Safari tracker and guide - James and Octavia were brilliant, and very efficient, knowledgeable, funny and friendly.
The pool area could do with an update, particularly some shade.
Dear Amanda Thank you very much for taking the time to give us your feedback following your stay at Mohlabesi. I am so happy to hear that you had such a great time with us and I will forward your kind words on to James & Octavia. In November we are closing the lodge for a revamp and they are looking at the pool area as well. We hope to welcome you back someday in the future. Kindest regards Nina
Dear Amanda Thank you very much for taking the time to give us your feedback following your stay at Mohlabesi. I am so happy to hear that you had such a great time with us and I will forward your kind words on to James & Octavia. I… Show more
Reviewed: 2 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewGreat experience, absolutely unique for us. Best safari team Hamilton and his tracker !!!
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Dear Andreas. Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your experience. I am super delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and with Hamilton. I will be sure to tell them. We hope to welcome you back one day in the future. Kindest regards. Nina and the Mohlabetsi Team
Dear Andreas. Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your experience. I am super delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and with Hamilton. I will be sure to tell … Show more
Reviewed: 3 March 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewPeace and quiet place
Dear Irena, Thank you very much for your review of Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. We sure hope to welcome you and Roman yet another time on your next trip to South Africa. Regards from the Bush, The Mohlabetsi Team
Reviewed: 13 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewWe really liked, well, everything! Game drives were amazing, service was superb and you didn't have to worry about anything.
Honestly, everything was amazing. No negative points from us.
Dear Stan. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for us. We appreciate feedback from our guests. We are so happy that you had such a great time and we hope to welcome you back some day in the future. Hope you have lots of amazing memories from your stay here at Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. Kind regards Jacques, Nina & the Mohlabetsi Team
Dear Stan. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for us. We appreciate feedback from our guests. We are so happy that you had such a great time and we hope to welcome you back some day in the future. Hope you have lo… Show more
Reviewed: 9 November 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewBeautiful grounds, attentive staff, delicious food and great safari rides. The game drivers are extremely knowledgeable, good fun, educational and passionate about what they do. They care for the animals but also want to give you the best experience possible. Lucky (our driver) was determined to ensure we had an amazing time. He is really funny, patient and loves the animals. Enoch (or Anok sorry I don't know to spell it) was also so pleasent and kind, he was a great tracker and spotter. Jo's hospitality along with the rest of the staff was second to none.
Nothing.
Dear Conor. Thank you very much for your review and feedback after your stay at Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. We appreciate your kind words and are so happy to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Kindest regards Nina, Jacques & the Mohlabetsi Team
Dear Conor. Thank you very much for your review and feedback after your stay at Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. We appreciate your kind words and are so happy to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you back i… Show more
Reviewed: 28 August 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 10 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewThe kindness of the staff
to have to leave
Dear Smoochy22nl Thank you very much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time at Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. We hope to welcome you back someday. Regards from the bush Nina & the Mohlabetsi team
Dear Smoochy22nl Thank you very much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time at Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge. We hope to welcome you back someday. Regards from the bush Nina & the Mohlabetsi t… Show more
Reviewed: 24 July 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewGood location and friendly staff. Made to order breakfast was very good and the chef went out of her way to accommodate guests who had dietary needs like us (vegetarians). Safari rides were also great experience with a knowledgeable ranger and tracker.
The outdoor shower took some getting used to..wasn’t the best when it wasn’t hot outside.
Dear Sam. Thank you very much for your feedback. Luckily it is only cold a few months of the year, the outside showers are a big hit in summer. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay otherwise and we hope to welcome you back some day. Kindest regards Nina
Dear Sam. Thank you very much for your feedback. Luckily it is only cold a few months of the year, the outside showers are a big hit in summer. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay otherwise and we hope to welcome you back some … Show more
Reviewed: 16 February 2023 · Stayed in February 2023
Verified reviewgreat lokation and friendly staff
the equipment/equipment is already outdated
Reviewed: 4 February 2023 · Stayed in January 2023
Verified reviewOverall an amazing experience. From the pickup at the airport to the game drives and conversations with other guests, it was top notch. The game drivers were wonderful and the staff excellent. One morning I had a solo game drive, as the other guests, had checked out the night before. Unforgettable!
It was an amazing experience so very little to improve.
Reviewed: 30 January 2023 · Stayed in January 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 January 2023 · Stayed in January 2023
Verified reviewLovely location for the wildlife and all the staff were fantastic
Reviewed: 28 January 2023 · Stayed in December 2022
Verified reviewAbsolutely amazing. I would live here if I could.
Reviewed: 14 December 2022 · Stayed in December 2022
Verified reviewMohlabetsi topped our expectations with its service, food, drives, everything. We saw big 5 more than once, and the main - we enjoyed every moment of our stay and felt always welcome.
Reviewed: 1 October 2022 · Stayed in September 2022
Verified reviewthe staff were just incredible and so warm and welcoming. we felt like a part of the family. the game drives and our guides Lucky and Richard were amazing. no leopards sadly but they went out of their way to accommodate our 6 year old! seeing elephants whilst eating lunch was memorable! drinks and the shop were v reasonably priced too.
as a rare family friendly Lodge there could have been more child appropriate foods especially as the lodge knew there was a child staying but equally we understand the pleasure and culture of all guests sharing a meal together