Lukimbi Safari Lodge

Very nice boutique hotel. Great service and nice ideal location for exploring the Panorama Route. Food was top notch.

We stayed at Lukimbi Safari Lodge in late September this year, and it was an absolutely wonderful visit. The lodging was amazing. Wonderful bed and shower, spacious, comfortable. The food was absolutely incredible, the best dining experience we had in South Africa. The house staff was fun, engaging, friendly, and very accommodating. Our guide and tracker (Coneth and Sipho) were friendly and VERY knowledgeable. And so many animals to see! The only drawback was that this time of year, we didn't see that many animals along the river that the dining area looks over, but that is an issue with our timing, not the lodging. In any case, on the game drives, there were many amazing animals to see. If we get back to Kruger, this will definitely be the place we will stay.

Look no further as this lodge would be very difficult to beat and 5 star all the way. The lodging itself is incredible and comfortable and you can watch elephant, wildebeest, etc., right from the comfort of your balcony. The game drives were intense and so fun. Our guide, Marcel, and tracker, Hector would incredible and I will ask for them again when we return. We saw the big 5 and then some and got up close and personal with lion, elephant and more. The food was incredible and you got to choose from a menu for most meals. The bar served top shelf liquors to local beers and the service there was incredible. We took advantage of the laundry services as well, which were reasonable. I can't say enough good things about Lukimbi and this was one of the hardest places I've ever had to leave. Till next time!

Book this lodge—you will not be disappointed! Lukimbi is stunning, perched on a cliff overlooking the river and plains. The property feels brand-new with beautifully upgraded suites. Ours had a private plunge pool where we watched herds of buffalo one day and elephants the next. The suite was spacious, and the bed very comfortable. Our guide Sheldon and tracker Arnold were incredible—knowledgeable, engaging, and respectful of the wildlife while still giving us unforgettable sightings. We saw every animal we hoped for and more. The staff made the experience truly five-star. They went above and beyond to accommodate my multiple food allergies, which is often a big source of stress when I travel. The chef was outstanding, the wait staff impeccable, and every single person we met was warm and welcoming. Special thanks to Sean, Charl, and Vusi for their exceptional service. If I had one small suggestion, it would be the convenience of having an ATM on-site.

If I could rate this place higher I would. The folks running and working this lodge are truly the best part of the experience. Sean, Charls, Marcel, Hector and the entire staff take great pride in ensuring your stay is magical and they fully deliver. We saw every animal imaginable during our game drives. They work really hard to make sure you see the big 5, the ugly 5, the small 5 etc. Food was absolutely amazing- (kudos to the chef!), the outdoor dinner was fantastic, the bush walks were fun and informative. The suites are comfortable and luxurious and the outdoor showers added a nice touch. Truly an amazing experience. We stayed three nights which we felt was a perfect amount of time.