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Baboon family with all their noses in the same direction
Boulders Bush Lodge, Kruger National Park, South Africa
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General info,...
Against the backdrop of the Ngodzi and Tsale hills, lies the exclusive and private Boulders Bush Lodge, approximately 16km south of Mopani rest camp. Surrounded by regal Baobab trees, it is tucked away in the majestic rocky outcrops found in the north of the Kruger National Park. Its exclusivity together with a unique appearance and character ensures complete privacy for its guests.
Rhino encounter on a game drive
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Boulders Lodge is as close to nature as possible and it is the only camp in the park that does not have a fence. The Lodge features a huge and luxurious thatched living area linked via wooden walkways to five chalets. All of it built on platforms raised on concrete stilts. A simple gate, two trees and a wire barrier is the main entrance. This should however not deter you. Because of the raised platforms, visitors can feel safe within the comfort of the thatched Lodge.
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Map,...
Landscape in the Kruger National Park
Boulders Bush Lodge, Kruger National Park, South Africa
Photograph by Chris Eason
Go to SANParks.org to view a map of the Kruger National Park showing the location of Boulders Bush Lodge, then click on the map to enlarge.
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Facilities,...
Giant Eagle Owl
Boulders Bush Lodge, Kruger National Park, South Africa
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Boulders Lodge does not have facilities such as reception, shops or restaurants. Residents have to use those available at the nearest main camp, which is Mopani, about a 16km drive. The Lodge itself however is fully equipped. The communal living area comprises an extensive dining room and lounge area which is served by a long bar counter, a fully-equipped kitchen, separate toilets, store rooms and scullery.
The Lodge is within easy reach of Mopani rest camp, where guests can make use of the larger main-camp range of amenities if needed.
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Accommodation,...
Quarrelling elephant bulls
Boulders Bush Lodge, Kruger National Park, South Africa
Boulder Bush Lodge can only be booked en bloc as a whole. Groups of up to 12 guests can be accommodated in 5 fully equipped sleeping units, linked to an also fully equipped large communal living area. Each sleeping unit has a sliding door opening onto a veranda with a view of the water hole.
The accommodation at Boulders is perfect for groups made up of close families and friends that want to experience the wonders of nature together. Guests have to report and check in at Mopani main camp which operates and administrates Boulders.
SLEEPING UNITS
- All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms. Solar panels provide power for lights and fans only.
- The main sleeping unit has two bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms (one with a bath, the other with a shower)
- There are also four separate bungalows with bathrooms (bath and shower).
- The living area comprises of a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, bar, lounge, "braai" and viewing deck. The kitchen has a gas stove with oven, refrigerator, freezer, cutlery and crockery. "Braai" (barbecue) facilities are provided.
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Activities,...
Early morning bush walk
Photograph by Chris Eason
Boulders Lodge does not offer any activities itself. Guests may however, make use of the activities available at the nearby Mopani rest camp, such as guided game drives and bush walks.
These activities will ensure an exciting bush experience. Nothing quite matches the intense feelings you will experience on a guided walk in the bush, running into close encounters with lion, elephant, buffalo or rhino in their environment.
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Climate,...
Landscape in the Kruger National Park viewed from Nkumbe viewing site south east of Tshokwane
Photograph by Chris Eason
Kruger Park lies in a summer rainfall area with occasional bursts of quick summer storms (which can be quite heavy) occurring later in the day, cooling the air and settling the dust. The summer months (October to April) are hot and often quite humid. Winters are warm and mild with cool evenings. Visitors going on night drives during the winter period may require warm clothing.
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How to get there,...
Leopard
Boulders Bush Lodge, Kruger National Park, South Africa
Photograph by Arno Meintjes
BY AIR:
The closest airport to The Lodge is Gateway Airport situated at Phalaborwa, approximately 3km from Phalaborwa Gate. There are daily scheduled flights between Gateway and OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.BY AIR:BY ROAD VIA PHALABORWA GATE:
Boulders Bush Lodge is approximately 54km away from Phalaborwa gate. With the speed limit on the main roads inside the Park set on 50km/hr, you should allow about 1 ½ hours for the drive to the Lodge. However if you want to enjoy the game viewing possibilities give yourself more time!
Travelling from Johannesburg or Pretoria, take the N1 toll-road to Polokwane (Pietersburg). 40 km before Polokwane turn right onto the R71 and head for Tzaneen. After Tzaneen continue with the R71 towards Phalaborwa and the gate. Allow between 6 to 7 hours for the trip to the gate.<<< Top of Page
Boulders Bush Lodge is approximately 54km away from Phalaborwa gate. With the speed limit on the main roads inside the Park set on 50km/hr, you should allow about 1 ½ hours for the drive to the Lodge. However if you want to enjoy the game viewing possibilities give yourself more time!
Accommodation availability,...
Kruger National Park landscape with Rhinos lying in the grass
Photograph by Chris Eason
Go to SANParks.org to view a monthly calendar with accommodation availability details of Boulders Bush Lodge.
- If you click on the accommodation type, you will see the facilities and content of that particular accommodation unit.
- The accommodation code enables you to book a specific type of accommodation, if you provide it with your booking request.
- The figure between the square brackets [ ] is the number of units available at the specific time and date of your visit to the accommodation availability page.
- Please Note that the information is updated and therefore changing real-time on a continuous basis and that requests for reservations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Reservations,...
Tawny Eagle
Boulders Bush Lodge, Kruger National Park, South Africa
Photograph by Arno Meintjes
Go to SANParks.org to book your reservation for the Boulders Lodge in the Kruger National Park on the official reservations page of the South African National Parks website.
Tariffs,...
Go to SANParks.org to view the tariffs applicable for the Boulders Bush Lodge on the official tariff page of the South African National Parks (SANparks) website.
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