Stay at Ngoma Bush Lodge and enjoy safari experiences in Hoedspruit and the Greater Kruger region. Every standard stay includes morning and afternoon plains-game drives on our 600-hectare wildlife farm, while optional Big 5 safaris, Panorama Route tours, Blyde River Canyon cruises and other bushveld experiences can be added to your stay.
Ngoma Bush Lodge is a small safari lodge, and this page covers the safari experiences you can enjoy while staying with us. Every standard stay includes morning and afternoon plains-game drives on our private 600-hectare wildlife farm, and you can add optional offsite experiences such as a Greater Kruger Big 5 safari, a Kruger National Park safari and a Blyde River Canyon boat cruise.
Browse our accommodation options and check our rates and packages to start planning your stay.
Ngoma Bush Lodge sits just 14km from Hoedspruit, making it a convenient base for the safari experiences available during your stay — from included plains-game drives on our farm to optional offsite Big 5 safaris, Kruger outings and Panorama Route tours. For a broader look at the area, see our Hoedspruit safari guide.
2 Daily Plains-Game Drives
Included • morning & afternoon
Guided Bush Walk
Morning • or choose the drive instead
Birdwatching
Rich Lowveld birdlife
Sundowners
Daily at sunset
Pool & Relaxation
With bush views
Bushveld Massage
Advance booking required
600-Hectare Game Farm
Private plains-game farm
These safari activities are available to guests staying with us and are arranged around your time at the lodge. Included experiences take place on our private 600-hectare plains-game farm, while the optional Big 5 safaris and scenic tours below are offsite add-ons. Check our current special offers and packages to combine your stay with the right experiences.
🔭 BIG 5 GAME DRIVE 🦁
Big 5 Game Drive
Per Person
R1,800 p/p
Minimum 2 guests
Ngoma-operated offsite safari. Direct bookings only.
Search for lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo and other wildlife with an experienced guide in private Greater Kruger reserves. A full-day Big 5 experience.
Borders between the Kruger National Park and the Greater Kruger National Park are unfenced, allowing for free movement of all game. Enjoy an uncrowded safari experience and exclusive safari activities.
Learn about our Big 5 safaris →
From R1,800 per person Minimum 2 guests. Includes brunch, fees & full-day safari.
🐘 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK SAFARI 🐆
National Park Safari
Per Person
R1,500–R1,800 p/p
Minimum 2 guests
Arranged through a trusted third-party provider.
Experience a full-day safari inside Kruger National Park, one of Africa's most iconic wildlife destinations. See the Big 5 in their natural habitat with expert guides.
From R1,500–R1,800 per person depending on provider availability. Third-party operated.
Kruger safari from R1,500–R1,800 per person (third-party provider) — Big 5 drive at R1,800 per person. Inclusions differ. Choose wisely.
| Experience | Setting | Price | Fees & Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
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Greater Kruger Big 5 Drive
Ngoma-operated
Private reserves open to Kruger with fenceless border |
Private reserve | R1,800 pp | Brunch & conservation fees included |
| Kruger National Park Safari 3rd-party | Kruger National Park | R1,500–R1,800 pp | Conservation fees & meals excluded |
Private reserves open to Kruger with fenceless border
🏔️ PANORAMA ROUTE TOUR 🌄
Hoedspruit
Per Person
R2,200 p/p
Minimum 3 guests
Includes entrance fees, refreshments & lunch.
🚤 BLYDE RIVER CANYON BOAT CRUISE 💧
Boat Cruise
Per Person
R1,200 p/p
1.5 hour cruise
Complete package including boat cruise fees.
Cruise through the magnificent Blyde River Canyon, with dramatic cliffs, lush vegetation and views from the water. Lush subtropical foliage, dramatic cliffs and an unforgettable perspective from the water.
From Blyde Canyon Boat Cruise — R1,200 per person Includes return transport and the Blyde Canyon boat cruise fee.
Unwind after a day in the bush with a relaxing massage in the tranquillity of the African bushveld. Advance booking required.
Perfect after a day on safari.
A full-body massage using long, soothing strokes to promote relaxation, improve circulation and ease tension.
Pure relaxation with essential oils.
A gentle, aromatic massage using essential oils to relax the mind, balance the body and lift the spirit.
Targeted relief where you need it most.
Focuses on relieving tension in the areas that carry the most stress and fatigue.
Reserve your preferred massage before arrival to guarantee availability during your stay.
Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport to Ngoma Bush Lodge
R400.00 per person (one way)
Transport to nearby excursions within 20km radius
R500.00 per person
Included plains-game drives and the guided bush walk are exclusive to guests staying at Ngoma, while the optional Big 5 safaris, Kruger safaris and scenic tours are arranged offsite on request. All activities are subject to availability and advance booking is recommended.
Ngoma Bush Lodge is a small safari lodge — not a Big 5 property. See exactly what is included with an overnight stay and what can be arranged offsite to complete your safari experiences in Hoedspruit.
Morning and afternoon guided drives on Ngoma's 600-hectare wildlife farm are included with every standard stay. These drives are exclusively for lodge guests and are not sold separately.
Add these optional offsite experiences to your stay — arranged on your behalf and bookable during your visit or in advance.
Big 5 sightings are found on offsite safaris in the Greater Kruger — not on Ngoma's plains-game farm. Learn more in our Big 5 safari guide.
Included experiences are exclusive to guests staying at Ngoma, and optional experiences are arranged on request. Advance booking is recommended.
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