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Situated on the banks of the Komati River, Nkomazi Game Reserve offers luxurious tented accommodation on 15,000 hectares of land. The lodge is located within a 2-hour drive of Nelspruit.

Two game drives per day are included in the rates at Nkomazi, and occur at sunrise and sunset. Other activities available at the lodge include bird-watching, fly-fishing, and star-gazing.

Very clean, excellent facilities, beautiful location, great staff, great food. Room was cleaned multiple times per day. Rooms were modern and beautiful. All buildings were up to standard to a 5 star safari lodge. Staff was very friendly and especially Sabelo made our stay into a success as a perfect guide. We saw all game from close by and he made sure we did not mis any of the game we wanted to see. Rest of the staff was also very helpful. They even organized to pick up our sunglasses which we had forgotten at the entrance gate. Excellent choice of foods for each course, large portions and multiple options to choose from for each meal.

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9.4
Wonderful
285 reviews
Price from
$524
per night

Each room at Dawsons Game Lodge is creatively decorated with rich colours and luxurious materials. All feature fireplaces and tea/coffee facilities.

Dawson's Game Lodge is located a 3-hour drive from Johannesburg.

Amazing lodge. Everything was clean and perfect

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9.3
Wonderful
214 reviews
Price from
$145
per night

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Ideal for nature lovers looking for a self-sufficient getaway, lodges are fully furnished and have kitchen facilities. Usually made of wood and surrounded by forests or mountains, lodges can be part of a group or a single unit. More remote than vacation homes, lodges are popular for safari trips.
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  • Avg. price/night: $523.69
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 287 reviews
    Newly renovated lodge with nice views across the river into the game reserve. Excellent game drives and guide (Thomas). Professional and friendly staff. Plenty of food! Inclusion of all drinks included in our tariff was a nice surprise.
    Ben
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $523.69
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 287 reviews
    Service and experience are incredible. The staff at the lodge is very friendly, food was outstanding and the morning and evening game drive are fantastic.
    Andre
    Group
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 214 reviews
    Beautiful lodge in stunning surroundings. Great staff and we had a wonderful 7 nights at Dawsons
    Frederick
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $523.69
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 287 reviews
    Nkomazi was exceptional in every way. The Lodge itself was lovely, with excellent and abundant meals. The staff was terrific, especially our ranger, Vicky. We were pleased that the Reserve respected the ecology of the wildlife, both animals and plants, rather than making it exciting for tourists.
    Patricia
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $523.69
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 287 reviews
    it is a beautiful lodge with fantastic staff. we enjoyed every minute. management were very accommodating and everything was fabulous
    Tanya
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 214 reviews
    Loved the fact it was an easy 3.5hr trip from Jhb and located in a very serene part of the Lowveld. The lodge is lovely, staff super and the food great. Loved the little high tea in the afternoons!
    Littlewood
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 214 reviews
    Amazing lodge. Everything was clean and perfect
    Essa
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $523.69
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 287 reviews
    incredible location to make safari.
    Antoine
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 214 reviews
    Dawsons Lodge by far exceeded our expectations. The rooms are just luxury waiting to be experienced. Large and well decorated - one of the biggest rooms we have ever stayed in. Bathroom with shower and bath, and even a walk in closet. Loved the bay window seat. Mini bar and fridge. Our patio had a wonderful view of the mountains. Breakfast, lunch and dinner - well prepared and presented with a wide variety of choice. The friendly staff made this really an awesome experience. Will definitely recommend.
    Annelie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $523.69
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 287 reviews
    From the time we stepped into the lodge until the last step on leaving was magical. The staff,hospitality,accommodation,food,care and game drives the reserve itself filled us with so much joy. If you love the bush...this is one beautiful game reserve to visit before you leave the planet.....
    Rogers
    Young couple