Jan
Green seasonWildlife: Summer rain brings greener vegetation, making wildlife harder to spot.
January 2027: Classic Suite R16,300 per person sharing per night through 7 January, then R14,500. A two-night minimum applies through 7 January.
Lukimbi Safari Lodge
Greater Kruger, South Africa · Private concession
Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Lodge
Luxury · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate
Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
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Full board (FB)
Accommodation, All meals and 3 more
16 rooms
Classic Suite, Premier Suite
Children 2 and over
Family rooms available
Getting there
about 45 km from Skukuza airport (SZK)
Wi-Fi in rooms
From about A$1,240
per person / night, sharing
Overview
About Lukimbi Safari Lodge
Lukimbi Safari Lodge is a private concession lodge situated within the Kruger National Park, South Africa, set on a clearing beside the Lwakahle River surrounded by ancient trees and a natural spring. Built over two years from natural materials on stilts to minimise environmental impact, the lodge blends into its bushveld surroundings while offering warm, characterful interiors with bold fabrics, artisanal artworks, and relaxation spaces across multiple decks. The property has 16 luxury suites designed to maximise bush and river views, and can host a maximum of 32 guests at a time, making for an intimate and exclusive safari experience.
“Intimate 16-suite lodge within Kruger built on stilts with minimal environmental impact; suits those prioritising conservation ethos and characterful, artisanal design.”
Best for
Groups
Your stay
What's included
Board: Full board (FB)
Special offer: Stay 3 Pay 2 for new bookings staying 16 November to 19 December 2026 or 8 January to 22 March 2027; not over peak period and cannot be combined with other offers.
Included
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Selected drinks
- Two game drives daily
- Walking safaris on stays of at least two nights
- Game drives
- Walking safaris
Not included
- Park fees
- Transfers
- Gratuities
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Gym
- Children's programme
- Nanny service
- Library
- Wine cellar
- Kids club
- Boma
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Public WiFi
- Wheelchair accessible
In your room
- Wi-Fi in your room
- Tea and coffee
- En-suite bathroom
- Air-conditioning
- Private deck
- Mini bar
- Tea/coffee station
- In-room WiFi
- Safe
Rooms
Where you sleep
- Classic Suite14 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 2 children · Cots for younger children; single beds for children aged 4 to 12 · Private shaded deck, Indoor and outdoor shower, Air-conditioning, Mini-bar, Tea and coffee facilities, Electronic safe
- Premier Suite2 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 3 children · Cots and single beds · Private plunge pool, Private deck, Separate bedroom, Two en-suite bathrooms, Dining area, Air-conditioning, Mini-bar, Electronic safe
Activities
Things to do
Included in your stay
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- How you arrive
- about 45 km from Skukuza airport (SZK)
Good to know
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 13:00
- Check-out
- By 10:30
- Children
- Ages 2 and over. Family rooms available
- Single travellers
- A single supplement applies
- Dietary needs
- Special diets catered for
- Malaria
- Low malaria risk
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Green season
- February: Green season
- March: Green season
- April: Dry season, best game viewing
- May: Dry season, best game viewing
- June: Dry season, best game viewing
- July: Dry season, best game viewing
- August: Dry season, best game viewing
- September: Dry season, best game viewing
- October: Green season
- November: Green season
- December: Green season
- Dry season, best game viewing
- Green season
Month-by-month notes
Feb
Green seasonWildlife: Summer rain brings greener vegetation, making wildlife harder to spot.
February 2027: Classic Suite R14,500 per person sharing per night.
Mar
Green seasonWildlife: Summer rain brings greener vegetation, making wildlife harder to spot.
March 2027: Classic Suite R14,500 per person sharing per night.
Apr
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Dry weather and thinning vegetation improve wildlife visibility around rivers and waterholes.
April 2027: Classic Suite R14,500 per person sharing per night.
May
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Dry weather and thinning vegetation improve wildlife visibility around rivers and waterholes.
May 2027: Classic Suite R14,500 per person sharing per night.
Jun
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Dry weather and thinning vegetation improve wildlife visibility around rivers and waterholes.
June 2027: Classic Suite R17,000 per person sharing per night; two-night minimum.
Jul
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Dry weather and thinning vegetation improve wildlife visibility around rivers and waterholes.
July 2027: Classic Suite R17,000 per person sharing per night; two-night minimum.
Aug
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Dry weather and thinning vegetation improve wildlife visibility around rivers and waterholes.
August 2027: Classic Suite R17,000 per person sharing per night; two-night minimum.
Sep
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Dry weather and thinning vegetation improve wildlife visibility around rivers and waterholes.
September 2027: Classic Suite R17,000 per person sharing per night; two-night minimum.
Oct
Green seasonWildlife: Summer rain brings greener vegetation, making wildlife harder to spot.
October 2027: Classic Suite R17,000 per person sharing per night; two-night minimum.
Nov
Green seasonWildlife: Summer rain brings greener vegetation, making wildlife harder to spot.
November 2026: Classic Suite R16,300 per person sharing per night through 15 November, then R14,500. A two-night minimum applies through 15 November.
Dec
Green seasonWildlife: Summer rain brings greener vegetation, making wildlife harder to spot.
December 2026: Classic Suite R14,500 per person sharing per night through 19 December, then R16,300. A two-night minimum applies from 20 December.
How we judge each month
- Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.