Go on safari in the Greater Kruger

A big five experience awaits with African Trilogy

If you’re looking for the perfect way to celebrate the festive season in style, the little town of Hoedspruit in the heart of South Africa’s Greater Kruger region is ready and waiting! We have the wonderful Nyala Safari Lodge and Nyala Sands just a stone’s throw from town and the beautiful eKhaya Bush Villa on Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate – so what are you waiting for?

Time stands still at Nyala Safari Lodge and its sister property, Nyala Sands, allowing you to escape the stress of modern life and reconnect with nature in a pristine African wilderness where the Big Five roam free. A safari here allows you to marvel at the beauty of iconic wildlife species, experience the thrill of guided game drives in open vehicles, led by one of our professional, qualified safari guides and discover the magic that is wild Africa.

Located just a short drive from Hoedspruit – South Africa’s safari capital – on the beautiful Balule Private Game Reserve, Nyala Safari Lodge and Nyala Sands offer perfect authentic safari retreats for groups of friends or families, giving you the chance to unwind, relax and reboot.

The ethos at Nyala Safari Lodge and Nyala Sands focusses on making you feel at home when you’re on safari, so that you feel part of the incredible Greater Kruger environment around you.

Our facilities have been designed to offer you everything to make your Big Five African safari experience exceptional, from our fully equipped kitchens where meals are lovingly prepared for you to our indoor and outdoor dining areas, our cozy lounges and bars and our tempting splash pools surrounded by beautiful shade trees, all overlooking the seasonal Mohlabetsi, whose name means “sweet waters” in the local vernacular. A waterhole in front of both lodges means there is always the chance to spot animals as they come down to drink from the shady viewing decks.

Our chalets are celebrations of African culture and the incredible wilderness which surrounds the lodges. Plush cotton linen and hand-woven textiles complement traditional artwork and carvings, creating an air of authentic, practical “barefoot” luxury in each chalet.

The feeling of being “at home” is something we pride ourselves on at all of our properties. Indeed, when it comes to being at home, eKhaya Bush Villa is the place to be – it’s name means “home” in Zulu!

At eKhaya you don’t have to mind your Ps and Qs, or put on airs and graces – just relax, kick off your shoes, lay back on the couch and watch the TV or listen to some great African tunes on the music system, read a book, pour yourself a drink and generally make yourself at home!

We’ve got more than enough places and spaces for you to unwind in, from our lovely deck and rim-flow pool to our shady sala in the garden, where you’ll find a comfy day bed overlooking the surrounding bush. Or indulge in a siesta in your gorgeous air-conditioned suite, snuggling down for 40 winks or so on your soft, plump bed. We can also arrange a massage or spa therapy session for you in the comfort of your room, if you wish.

If lounging around “at home” gets too much for you, we can arrange a variety of great activities for you taking in the very best of the Greater Kruger region, from game viewing in the legendary Kruger National Park to exploring the amazing landscapes of the Panorama Route. Or hire a mountain bike and explore Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate on two wheels!

The bottom line is enjoyment. And having the time of your life! See you soon for a fabulous Greater Kruger safari!