Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge offers upscale comfort and wildlife experiences. Enjoy the poolside bar, spa treatments, and yoga at the gym. Relax by the lobby fireplace or browse the library. Multilingual staff consistently impresses with helpful service.
Karongwe Private Game Reserve, R36, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
What's nearby
Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
50 min drive - 69.9 km
Lissataba Nature Reserve
18 min drive - 26.1 km
Hoedspruit Reptile Centre
34 min drive - 50.3 km
Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
47 min drive - 80.9 km
Jessica the Hippo
58 min drive - 67.4 km
Getting around
Hoedspruit (HDS)
123 min drive
Restaurants
Lalas liquor restuarant
8 min drive
About this property
Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge
Upscale family-friendly lodge in the mountains
You can look forward to free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a poolside bar at Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Boma Area, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a terrace, a garden and a library. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and supervised childcare (surcharge)
A water dispenser, a gift shop and multilingual staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Bathrooms with rainfall showers or deep-soaking baths plus free toiletries and hairdryers
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Boma Area
Things to do
Children's club
Children's pool
Game drive
Game viewing
Gym
Library
Outdoor pool
Safari
TV in common areas
Yoga classes
Family friendly
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
In-room babysitting
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Outdoors
Garden
In a regional park
In the mountains
Pool loungers
Terrace
Spa
Deep-tissue massages
Hot stone massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
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1 floor
6 buildings
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Fireplace in lobby
Mosquito nets
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Towels provided
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Additional fee: ZAR 40 per person, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
This property is located in Karongwe Private Game Reserve. The additional mandatory fee covers a rhino conservation levy, charged at check-out.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1080 per person (one-way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 1080 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Property is also known as
Shiduli Lodge
Shiduli Private Game
Shiduli Private Game Hoedspruit
Shiduli Private Game Lodge
Shiduli Private Game Lodge Hoedspruit
Shiduli Private Lodge
Shiduli Private Game Lodge
Karongwe Portfolio Shiduli Private Game Lodge
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Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge Hoedspruit
Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit
Frequently asked questions
Does Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge?
As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge on 11 Mar 2026 start from RM3,052, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Does Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM-4:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 1080 per person applies.
Where is Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge located?
Situated in a regional park, this family-friendly lodge is in the same region as Blyde River Canyon.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Les safaris étaient super ! Le ranger et le tracker ont été parfaits. Le jardin de l'hôtel est splendide et les différents salons très agréables. C'est un havre de paix. Par contre, les piscines ne sont pas très propres, eaux troubles et pas très propres.
Great little place if you want to avoid some of the more exorbitant places in kruger. Saw the big 5 after a day and a half, plus cheetah, giraffe, hippo and plenty more. The 3 nights we stayed was plenty.
Shiduli was the perfect place to go for a Safari. We managed to spot all big five, Evans was a great guide and Joel a great tracker. They were very patient explaining all they knew about the animals and enviroment. They also chose the best spots to see the animals and have some snacks as we would see the sunset. The staf were also very kind and helpful, ready to fulfill any request. The food was amazing and the places to rest between one game drive and another very relaxing.
The rooms were clean and confortable.
Equipe extremamente atenciosa. Refeições memoráveis, especialmente os jantares ao redor de uma fogueira. Ranger e tracker dedicados e profissionais. Safaris superaram as expectativas.
O hotel tem um staff amigável, e nos receberam com um welcome drink
Tem os safaris as 15h30 e as 06h00
Pontos negativos: o quarto não tem tv ou wi-fi. Alem disso no Safari de manhã, o café da manhã só é servido após o Safari e não servem sequer bolachinhas ou algo ( ou seja você acorda às 05 e só vai comer as 09h30). Alem disto a refeição no Safari da tarde e as opções no almoço e café da manhã poderiam ser mais completas pelo valor
Lugar muito bom, com excelente custo benefício dentre as reservas privadas em que pesquisamos na região, guias bem preparados e simpáticos, único porém é o acesso a internet que apresenta dificuldades.
One of the most friendly crew that i have ever met! They do their best to make your vacation as comfortable as possible. Amazing culinary, drinks and view! We also saw the big five ! Sam and obvious (game guides) are the best.
Toller Safari Aufenthalt, in zwei Tagen haben wir Big Five und viele andere Tiere gesehen, uns am Pool gesonnt und entspannt. Wir haben uns bei jeder Mahlzeit über exzellente Speisen und zuvorkommenden Service gefreut
Sehr freundliche bemühte Gastgeber, zt mit sehr gutem Deutsch
Absolut zu empfehlen, tolles Preis-Leistungs Verhältnis, besonders im Vergleich zu den deutlich teureren Lodges der Sabi Sand Region
Foi muito legal. Esse hotel é localizado dentro da reserva do parque e achei ótima a experiência de estar ali. O hotel faz vc se sentir realmente dentro da savana e cria um clima bem safari mesmo. O pessoal é muito educado mas o wi-fi é muito fraco, não sei se pela localização. Mas os safari que fizemos (4) foram maravilhooooosos. O pessoal trabalha muito bem e não mede esforços para que vc consiga ver os big 5 da Africa. Mas a comida é muito fraca, insossa quase se tempero. Não se tinha muitas variedades nas refeições pelo preço pago. Mas os pontos altos são mais do que os negativos. RECOMENDO ESSE HOTEL .
Era nuestra primera experiencia en Safaris y puedo decir que fue espectacular, conseguimos ver los 5 grandes y el personal super amable nuestro Wrangler Mavene hizo la experiencia del Safari increible lo recomiendo.
Un excellent hotel pour faire des safaris et voir les fameux big five. Pisteurs expérimentés et super sympas. Des souvenirs exceptionnels resteront gravés dans nos mémoires.
Les repas sont bons. Les chambres sont jolis, même si un peu petites.
Seul bémol, le wifi qui n'est dispo que dans les parties communes de l'hotel et avec un débit on ne peut plus lent. Dommage...
We did enjoy Shiduli, the crued was amazing and the food was delicious. The problem is that are not enough animals at the reserve. Going to Kruger is much more recommended if your goal is to see the big5. One thing more is that everything extra is cost based. Drive safetly near the reserve, the cups search for tourists to get some money from them.
I booked this for my daughter & her boyfriend as a break whilst they were volunteering in South Africa. They absolutely loved it. The hotel / food were really good and the game drives superb - seeing a wide variety of animals at close quarters. The knowledgeable rangers join the guests at dinner which adds to the experience. They loved it so much they decided to stay for a 2nd night!
Cet hôtel est extrêmement confortable. 2 safaris par jour (3 heures le matin 3 heures l'après midi) sont organisés à bord de jeeps de 9 personnes maximum, ce qui permet d'apprécier et d'approcher les animaux de très prés. Un guide et un pisteur se chargent de nous faire découvrir cette faune et cette flore incroyables. Entre les safaris, la terrasse, la piscine ou la chambre sont d'excellents endroits pour passer le temps...qui passe hélas trop vite !