About Skukuza Safari Lodge
Skukuza Safari Lodge is a lodge at Skukuza Rest Camp, the largest camp in Kruger National Park. It is also listed as aha Skukuza Safari Lodge. It has a restaurant, a bar, an outdoor pool, a spa and a fitness room. The front desk is open around the clock, with a concierge service and a tour desk. Wi-Fi is free throughout the lodge, which is entirely non-smoking.
Location
The lodge is at Skukuza Rest Camp, in the south of Kruger National Park. As the crow flies, Skukuza airport is 4 km away, and Paul Kruger Gate, the nearest gate, 11 km. Phabeni and Numbi gates are 36 and 43 km away, Crocodile Bridge and Malelane gates 50 and 52 km.
A paid shuttle links the lodge to the airport. By car, go through one of these gates before it closes, between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. depending on the month. Check-in at the lodge runs until 6 p.m.
Rooms
The rooms have a double bed or two beds, and a terrace or a patio. All have air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a desk. You will also find a safe, a kettle and a wardrobe.
The private bathroom has a shower, with a hair dryer and toiletries. The lodge has family rooms, but it adds neither extra beds nor cribs.
Dining
Breakfast is served à la carte. In the restaurant, the buffet includes dishes for children, and children's menus are served at extra cost. The lodge also has a bar, with wine and champagne.
Leisure
The outdoor pool is open all year and to all ages, with sun loungers and towels. The lodge also has a fitness room and a spa, whose treatments cost extra. A golf course lies less than 3 km away, and there is a tennis court outside the lodge.
Map and location
- Skukuza Rest Camp20 m
- Skukuza Airport4.0 km
- Paul Kruger Gate (Kruger Gate)11 km
- Phabeni Gate36 km
- Numbi Gate43 km
- Crocodile Bridge Gate50 km
- Malelane Gate52 km
Straight-line distances from the property.
Rooms at a glance
Standard Double or Twin Room
34 m²
See pricesStandard Double or Twin Room with Garden View
34 m²
See pricesFacilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Spa and wellness center
- Airport shuttle
- Fitness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Private Parking
- Restaurant
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Game drives (additional charge)
- Golf course (within 2 miles) (additional charge)
- Tennis court Off-site
Living Area
- Seating area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Wine/Champagne (additional charge)
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' meals (additional charge)
- Bar (additional charge)
- Restaurant
Internet
- Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge
Parking
- Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply
- Accessible parking
Services
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Concierge
- Tour desk
- Business center (additional charge)
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/Banquet facilities (additional charge)
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Private entrance
- Family rooms (additional charge)
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
- Fitness
- Spa facilities
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Spa and wellness center (additional charge)
- Fitness center
Good to know
- Check-inFrom 02:00 to 06:00, with a photo ID and a credit card
- Check-outFrom 09:00 to 10:00
- Minimum age18 for the person booking
- PetsNot allowed
- PaymentCard only, no cash
- PartiesNot allowed
- Languages spokenEnglish
Conditions as listed on Booking.com on October 25, 2026, to check when you book.
Parks and reserves nearby
Skukuza sits on the Sabie River, in southern Kruger. Lions, leopards and rhinos are seen mostly in this southern part of the park, between the Sabie and Crocodile rivers. You explore it in your own car, on paved roads and gravel tracks, from gate opening to gate closing. The gates open between 5:30 and 6 a.m., depending on the month.
Without a car, the lodge runs game drives, at extra cost, and it has a tour desk. At the camp, park rangers also offer outings at sunrise, at sunset and at night.
South AfricaGuest reviews
1,076 reviews
- Staff8.5
- Facilities8.7
- Cleanliness8.9
- Comfort9.0
- Value for money8.0
- Location9.4
- Free Wifi8.1
Scores left by guests on Booking.com, collected on October 25, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is Skukuza Safari Lodge inside Kruger National Park?
Yes. It is at Skukuza Rest Camp, the largest in the park, in southern Kruger. Entry fees are charged per person, per day spent in the park.
Can you go on safari from Skukuza Safari Lodge?
Yes. The lodge runs game drives, at extra cost, and you can also set off in your own car as soon as the gates open.
How far is Skukuza airport from Skukuza Safari Lodge?
4 km as the crow flies. The lodge offers a paid airport shuttle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Skukuza Safari Lodge?
Check-in is from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., and check-out from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. The lodge asks for your arrival time in advance.
Does Skukuza Safari Lodge welcome children?
Yes, of all ages, and it has family rooms. It has neither cribs nor extra beds, and the person checking in must be at least 18.
What is breakfast like at Skukuza Safari Lodge?
It is served à la carte. The restaurant also has a buffet, with dishes for children.
Is parking free at Skukuza Safari Lodge?
Not necessarily. The lodge's private parking is on site, with no reservation needed, but there may be a charge.
Can you pay cash at Skukuza Safari Lodge?
No, the lodge does not accept cash. At check-in, show a bank card and a photo ID.
Our tip
If you fly in, rent a car at Skukuza airport: Kruger is best explored behind the wheel, at your own pace. Head out when the gates open, while the lions are still on the road, and save the pool for the hot hours.
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