Mdluli Safari Lodge

“Accessibel oasis in the bush”

Only 1 hour from Kruger-Mpumalanga International Airport, Mdluli is a hidden gem. Beautifully appointed and comfortable tented accommodation (that outside shower!), delicious food, pool deck and lookout, it really punches above its weight and provides incredible value for money. The shining stars, … Mais

Only 1 hour from Kruger-Mpumalanga International Airport, Mdluli is a hidden gem. Beautifully appointed and comfortable tented accommodation (that outside shower!), delicious food, pool deck and lookout, it really punches above its weight and provides incredible value for money. The shining stars, however, are the staff and guides who will go out of their way to make sure you have a memorable stay. Ngiyabonga kakhulu.

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“Where the bush whispers luxury”

Tucked away just a short and easy drive from Mbombela , Mdluli Safari Lodge offers a safari experience where comfort and wilderness dance in perfect harmony. From the moment we arrived, we were immersed in sheer luxury. The rooms are beautifully designed, blending seamlessly with the surrounding b… Mais

Tucked away just a short and easy drive from Mbombela , Mdluli Safari Lodge offers a safari experience where comfort and wilderness dance in perfect harmony. From the moment we arrived, we were immersed in sheer luxury. The rooms are beautifully designed, blending seamlessly with the surrounding bush, and the outdoor showers add a magical touch—there’s something unforgettable about showering beneath the African sky while listening to nature all around you. The culinary experience was exceptional. Every meal was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. The staff were warm, attentive, and always willing to help, making us feel genuinely welcomed throughout our stay. The true stars of our visit, however, were the unforgettable boma and bush dinners arranged for our group. Dining beneath a canopy of stars, surrounded by the sounds and scents of the African bush, created memories that will stay with us long after the journey ended. These evenings captured the very essence of what makes Africa so special. There were only a couple of areas where the experience could be elevated further. I would have appreciated a little more engagement from the rangers during our stay, and the process of pre-selecting drinks for game drives felt somewhat cumbersome and took away from the otherwise seamless experience. That said, these were minor considerations in what was otherwise an outstanding stay. Mdluli Safari Lodge is a place where luxury meets nature, where every sunset feels like poetry, and where the African bush wraps itself around you in the most beautiful way. I would gladly return and highly recommend it to anyone seeking an authentic yet indulgent safari escape.

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“An Amazing visit to Mduli Safari Lodge”

We were welcomed with a true SAfrican welcome. A group of 12 which included our new Canadian Family went to celebrate a pre wedding event. Our trip to Mduli and Kruger will be forever remembered. Thank you Mdluli Safari Lodge

“A very, very special place that we can't recommend enough”

If you're trawling reviews trying to decide on a safari lodge, consider this your sign to book Mdluli! We spent 4 nights here and it was truly an exceptional experience, we're already planning a return visit for our honeymoon. The people really make Mdluli and every single team member was brillian… Mais

If you're trawling reviews trying to decide on a safari lodge, consider this your sign to book Mdluli! We spent 4 nights here and it was truly an exceptional experience, we're already planning a return visit for our honeymoon. The people really make Mdluli and every single team member was brilliant, friendly and ready to help. The guides on our game drives and bush walk were not only great vibes and professional, but they were so knowledgeable and passionate about their work. The ladies at reception were always on-hand to help and sent us off/welcome us back from drives with smiles. The bar and restaurant teams were also lovely, as were the drivers who took us to and from the airport - we really couldn't fault the service in any way at all. The tents themselves were brilliant, with all of the comforts you could want whilst also giving you a private deck with a view out into the bushveld. Also loved the option of having an indoor shower and an outdoor shower. The coffee was fantastic (very important when you're up early for your game drives), and the food was always fresh and well prepared, with plenty of choices. We only had breakfast at the lodge once (as we had the packed breakfast on our game drives most days which were very thoughtfully put together with plenty of food) and it was excellent, with a great menu to choose from. All in all, Mdluli offers an incredible setting in Kruger - having the private tracks was great and we were treated to lions just over 100m from the lodge gates one day - with a beautiful property and an 11/10 team, combined with the wonders of safari in KNP, it really makes for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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