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About this place
Roodewal is a secluded bush lodge in the central Kruger National Park, set on the banks of the Timbavati River some 44km north of Satara. Shaded by riverine trees such as Natal mahogany, it is an exclusive, whole-lodge retreat taken by a single party, offering a private slice of the bush in one of Kruger's most rewarding game-viewing regions.
This is a quiet, self-catering camp rather than a serviced rest camp. There are no shop, restaurant or reception facilities, no mains power points in the units and no cellphone reception, so guests arrive self-sufficient, with Olifants around 28km away and Satara some 44km off for supplies.
The Timbavati riverbed and the surrounding bushveld draw a good variety of wildlife, with elephant, lion and nyala regularly about and martial eagle among the raptors overhead. Guided walks and game drives can be arranged in advance through Satara.
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Roodewal PRW 1
18 guests
From R 10,966 / night
Communal kitchen · Power point
Sleeps up to 18 adults. Features - 1 x 6 bed cottage with 2 ensuite bedrooms - 3 x 4 bed cottages, each with 2 en-suite bedrooms - Boiler (hot water) - Communal kitchen and dining room - No electricity (generator for lights at night) - No smoking - Solar panels provide lighting and ceiling fan
Nature
What lives at Roodewal Bush Lodge
2 animals, 39 birds and 8 trees and plants recorded here or nearby.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
About Phalaborwa
Phalaborwa is a beautiful destination in Limpopo, offering visitors access to local amenities, natural attractions, and the authentic character of South African life.
See more places in PhalaborwaLocation
±45 km from Orpen Gate · nearest town Hoedspruit, ±72 km · nearest airport Phalaborwa Airport (PHW), ±54 km
Straight-line distances. Park roads are slower, so allow more time than the numbers suggest.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Roodewal Bush Lodge located?
Roodewal Bush Lodge is in Phalaborwa. The map on this page shows the area.
How many guests can Roodewal Bush Lodge accommodate?
PRW (ROODEWAL) 1 sleeps 18.
How do I book Roodewal Bush Lodge?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with SANParks, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom. Nearby Spekboom stays book the same way if you want to mix nights inside the park with a stay outside.
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fromR 10,966/ night
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