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Rafiki Bush Lodge

Limpopo · South Africa

708 Tamboti Street Hoedspruit Wildlife EstateView location

10.0/10Excellent2 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/1010.0
Service10.0/1010.0
Comfort10.0/1010.0
Condition10.0/1010.0
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About Rafiki Bush Lodge

Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance. Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Rafiki Bush Lodge.

A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms.

Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Selati Nature Reserve - 0. 1 km / 0.

1 mi- Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 7. 2 km / 4. 5 mi- Drakensig Golf Course - 9. 8 km / 6. 1 mi- Kapama Private Nature Reserve - 14. 2 km / 8. 8 mi- Umhlametsi Game Reserve - 17 km / 10. 6 mi- Zebra Dam - 20.

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6 km / 12. 8 mi- Kolgans Dam - 21. 6 km / 13. 4 mi- Jessica the Hippo - 23. 9 km / 14. 9 mi- Nyani Cultural Village - 33. 3 km / 20. 7 mi- Madrid Game Farm - 34. 2 km / 21. 3 mi.

The nearest airports are: Hoedspruit (HDS) - 7. 6 km / 4. 7 mi Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck) - 84. 2 km / 52.

3 mi With a stay at Rafiki Bush Lodge in Hoedspruit, you'll be in a national park and within the region of Three Rondavels and Blyde River Canyon. This lodge is within the region of Orpen Gate.

With a stay at Rafiki Bush Lodge in Hoedspruit, you'll be in a national park and within the region of Three Rondavels and Blyde River Canyon. This lodge is within the region of Orpen Gate. Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms.

Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 6:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 16

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Onsite COVID-19 testing (Antigen) is available Minimum age for COVID-19 test requirement: 18 Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • Deposit: ZAR 3000 per stay

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the lodge prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    16
  • Optional fees
    • Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Afrikaans

    English

    Zulu

    Romanian

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Selati Nature Reserve 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Drakensig Golf Course 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Kapama Private Nature Reserve 14.2 km / 8.8 mi
Umhlametsi Game Reserve 17 km / 10.6 mi
Zebra Dam 20.6 km / 12.8 mi
Kolgans Dam 21.6 km / 13.4 mi
Jessica the Hippo 23.9 km / 14.9 mi
Blyde Nature Reserve 31.6 km / 19.7 mi
Nyani Cultural Village 33.3 km / 20.7 mi
Madrid Game Farm 34.2 km / 21.3 mi
Acornhoek Plaza 38.3 km / 23.8 mi
Tintswalo Hospital 39.8 km / 24.7 mi
Ehlanzeni Collage 41.1 km / 25.5 mi
Mafunyani Cultural Village 42.9 km / 26.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 4
  • hotel
  • Car park
  • Wi-fi
  • Secure parking
  • Laundry service
  • Garden
  • Game room
  • Spa treatments
  • Breakfast
  • Snacks
Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE LUXURYDOUBLE • LUXURYDBL.LX

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    DOUBLE LUXURY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    LUXURY

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    Room code: DBL.LX

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Rafiki Bush Lodge

    Room TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B

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  • DOUBLE PREMIER KING BEDDOUBLE • PREMIER KING BEDDBL.KG-PE

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    Rafiki Bush Lodge

    DOUBLE PREMIER KING BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    PREMIER KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG-PE

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  • TWIN KING SIZE BEDTWIN • KING SIZE BEDTWN.KG

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    Rafiki Bush Lodge

    TWIN KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: TWN.KG

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Rafiki Bush Lodge

    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    Rafiki Bush Lodge

    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Rafiki Bush Lodge

10.0
Excellent
2 Reviews
Cleanliness
10.0 /10
Service
10.0 /10
Comfort
10.0 /10
Condition
10.0 /10
1 review shown
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Quinton
Absolutely amazing, only stayed one night whilst visiting family and the staff and family are lovely. Food is amazing and plenty of it. Had a hyena and a giraffe outside our rooms during the night!
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Location & surroundings

Rafiki Bush Lodge
708 Tamboti Street Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, Hoedspruit, South Africa

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