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Imbali Concession, Kruger Park, Skukuza, 1350 | Skukuza, Kruger National Park 1350, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013
chrismuz new zealand
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new zealand
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21 reviews 21 reviews
13 hotel reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

May 2013 Imbali Safari Lodge was our first stop on our Holiday, we flew in and greeted by a driver from the lodge took about just over 2 hours to get to the Lodge and it was an amazing ride we saw so many animals, our driver was very helpful telling us about the area and wild life. We had... More

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Nisha D, Manager at Imbali Safari Lodge, responded to this review
13 June 2013

Dear chrismuz Thank you very much for the wonderful feedback received about your stay with us at Imbali. I’m so glad that we could get your South African holiday started with a successful safari. I hope that you had a great stay in South Africa and I will convey your feedback to Andrew. We hope to see you soon again!... More

Northville, Michigan
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9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We stayed 3 nights at the Imbali lodge in Kruger National Park. We arrived in the park through the Malelane Gate early and spent several hours driving around the south west seeing many animals. Be sure to watch the clock because it takes several hours to reach the Imbali and you must be off the roads by curfew. We were... More

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Nisha D, Manager at Imbali Safari Lodge, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. We honestly appreciate your feedback and we look forward to seeing you back with us soon. More

Bangalore, India
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

I stayed at Imbali Safari lodge in April. It is a beautiful lodge. Good food, friendly staff, comfy cottage where Impalas & giraffes came visiting us. We really enjoyed the lodge. However safari drives were a bit disappointing. We spotted only 2 of the Big five (elephant & rhino). The guide mentioned that they need to really work hard to... More

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Nisha D, Manager at Imbali Safari Lodge, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that your overall stay with us was a favourable one. We take note of your disappointment however, due to the above average rainfall and floods experienced in January, the majority of animals are scattered in the Park, as water is very easily accessible. Game is not concentrated around waterholes as is... More

St. Petersburg, Florida
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

We recently stayed at Imbali Safari Lodge in February 2013. From the moment we arrived, we fell in love with the lodge, the staff, the ambiance, and the elegant and comfortable decor. The game drives were fantastic and the guides were very knowledgeable. On one afternoon game drive, we stopped and the guides actually served us ice cream cones! We... More

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kuwait
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37 reviews 37 reviews
20 hotel reviews
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35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

Imbali is a private lodge situated on a concession within the Kruger National Park. I was a little nervous when I saw the negative reviews as we had chosen to stay here for the last two nights of our 5 day KNP trip hoping for some luxury and pampering. And we were told that the advertised bush walks were no... More

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CSWalker71, Director of Sales at Imbali Safari Lodge, responded to this review
17 March 2013

Thank you for taking the time to send us your wonderful review. We sincerely appreciate the feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back to our lodge in the future. More

Middleton, Canada
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

Our trip to Imbali safari lodge in February 2013 exceeded our expectations on all fronts. Pleasant and helpful staff, superb cuisine, amazing guides, and fantastic accommodations. We cannot say too much in praise of this place for a safari. Thoroughly recommended

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CSWalker71, Director of Sales at Imbali Safari Lodge, responded to this review
17 March 2013

Thank you for your review. Imbali Safari Lodge Management were delighted to read your excellent feedback on our property. We continually strive to offer our guests unique and outstanding experiences. It is heartwarming to read that our efforts were so well received. More

London, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

We stayed for one night in January 2013 and would not recommend this lodge to anyone. The staff were rude on our arrival, our guide got lost on the evening safari resulting in us arriving back at the lodge at 10.30pm instead of 7.30pm which ruined dinner, and room number 8 where we stayed had banging pipes all night meaning... More

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CSWalker71, Director of Sales at Imbali Safari Lodge, responded to this review
17 March 2013

We would like to take this opportunity to offer our sincere apologies for your negative experience at our lodge. We must however point out that the transfer which got you lost was not in any way connected to our lodge and had not been booked by ourselves at all. I would suggest you take up this with your transfer company... More

Hout Bay, South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2012

We visited in October 2012.The rooms were large with a massive bed which looked like two king sized beds attached. This was sourrounded by a mosquito net. The bathroom was good and modern.We had a jacccuzi and two comfortable sunbeds with thatch shading overlooking the dry river bed.So far so good. The lodge experience however was way below par due... More

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CSWalker71, Director of Sales at Imbali Safari Lodge, responded to this review
17 March 2013

Thank You for your valued feedback. We are pleased to note your positive feedback with regards the accommodation standards and the lodge. We agree the lodge is gorgeous. We would like to assure you that we value your feedback and will address your points of concern. It is with such feedback that we are able to constantly improve our experience. More

Newcastle upon Tyne
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2012

Stayed at Imbali for 3 nights in early December. Wonderful setting and staff so friendly and helpful. Our game ranger, Nicholas, was an excellent guide for our morning and evening game drives. Very knowledgeable and an excellent host. Thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our stay and would well recommend Imbali to others. We stayed the same time as Pabirds below... More

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Philadelphia, PA
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43 reviews 43 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2012

Stayed here with my daughter for 3 nights during the first week of December 2012. A safari employee picked us up in a clean van at Hoedspruit Airport and the roughly 2-hour drive to the lodge essentially became our first safari. The driver was happy to stop along the way to view the many animals en route. He also dropped... More

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Also Known As:
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Imbali Safari Hotel
Address: Imbali Concession, Kruger Park, Skukuza, 1350 | Skukuza, Kruger National Park 1350, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Kruger National Park
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Price range (per night): RM1,428 - 2,489
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
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