Kambaku River Lodge | Cabin in Malelane

| 9.7 (126 Reviews) |   7 Bedrooms  10 Bathrooms  16 Guests
Malelane Cabin | Kambaku River Lodge

7 Bedroom Cabin in Malelane

Offering views of the Crocodile River and Kruger National Park, Kambaku River Lodge is a privately-owned lodge with game viewing opportunities. The African-themed Joao Luxury River Suite, Shawu Luxury River Suite, Ndlulamithi River Suite, Kambaku River House and Mafunyane Honeymoon Suite are all river-facing, equipped with a kitchenette, covered patio and private bathrooms. The Shingwedzi Suite has a partial river view from the bedroom and the patio, and has a bathroom with a shower. The suites have access to 3 pools and a river deck, and all suites have their own BBQ and fire-pit facilities. The Kambaku family home has a fully-equipped kitchen and comes with an open-plan lounge, dining area and large covered patio offering views. Breakfast, dinner and spa services can be arranged on advance request. All meals are served on your private patio facing the river. The owners can also assist you with the organization of safari excursions in open game vehicles and golf rounds at Leopard Creek Country Club. Day trips to Mozambique, Swaziland and the surrounding attractions can be arranged. Kambaku River Lodge is set within 12 mi of Malelane. The Kruger Nation Park Malelane Gate is 14 mi from the property and Leopard Creek Country Club is 14 mi away.

Kambaku River Lodge is located in Malelane.

This 7 Bedrooms Cabin is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, Pool, View, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 126 reviews with the average score of 9.7 . Coming to Malelane and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Cabin for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 7 Bedrooms Cabin if you want to learn more about this place in Malelane. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Kambaku River Lodge in Malelane is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Kambaku River Lodge”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Cabin, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Fruit
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Restaurant
Parking
  • Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Private Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking garage
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
Activities
  • Foot massage
  • Pedicure
  • Head massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa
  • Hand massage
  • Massage
  • Foot bath
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Manicure
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Spa facilities
  • Full-body massage
  • Walking tours
  • Beauty services
  • Facial treatments
  • Massage chair
  • Waxing services
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Game drives
  • Neck massage
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Designated smoking area
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Packed lunches
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Laundry
  • Baggage storage
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Room service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Outdoor fireplace
Security/Safety
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Shallow end
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Children between the ages of 8 to 14 years will be charged 50% of the room rate, per person per night.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, this property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Reviews

Value for money:
9.15
Location:
9.57
Staff:
9.69
Facilities:
9.61
Comfort:
9.69
Cleanliness:
9.84
Yesha
Dec 12, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Australia
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Kambaku River Lodge was pure magic. The views over the river, the wildlife right at our doorstep, and the peaceful atmosphere made our stay unforgettable. The rooms were beautiful, spotless, and so comfortable — every detail felt thoughtful. But what truly stood out was the warmth of the hosts and staff. They went above and beyond in every way, and even surprised us with a special anniversary gift, which meant so much to us. It made the experience feel personal and incredibly memorable.
Summary: A stunning lodge with heart — we can’t wait to return.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Kambaku River House - Full River view
Room Type: Vacation Home
Room Size: 240 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Kambaku River House - Full River view

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Slippers, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Additional bathroom, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Walk-in shower, Bathtub, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Guest bathroom, Body soap

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Fan, Tile/Marble floor, Soundproof, Interconnecting room(s) available, Air conditioning, Private entrance, Heating

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Microwave, Toaster, Dishwasher, Kitchenware, Oven, Dryer, Cleaning products, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Stovetop, Coffee machine, Kitchen, Dining table, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk, Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Landmark view, Pool view, Mountain view, River view, Garden view, View

Accessibility

Shower chair, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing, Feather pillow, Clothes rack, Sofa bed

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Joao Luxury River Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 72 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Slippers, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Walk-in shower, Bathtub, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Guest bathroom, Body soap

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Fan, Tile/Marble floor, Soundproof, Interconnecting room(s) available, Air conditioning, Private entrance, Heating

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Microwave, Toaster, Kitchenware, Dryer, Cleaning products, Refrigerator, Kitchenette, Wine glasses, Stovetop, Coffee machine, Dining table, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk, Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Landmark view, Pool view, Mountain view, River view, Garden view, View

Accessibility

Shower chair, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Shawu Luxury River Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 72 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Slippers, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Walk-in shower, Bathtub, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Guest bathroom, Body soap

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Fan, Tile/Marble floor, Soundproof, Interconnecting room(s) available, Air conditioning, Private entrance, Heating

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Microwave, Toaster, Kitchenware, Dryer, Cleaning products, Refrigerator, Kitchenette, Wine glasses, Stovetop, Coffee machine, Dining table, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk, Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Landmark view, Pool view, Mountain view, River view, Garden view, View

Accessibility

Shower chair, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Mafunyane Luxury Honeymoon Suite - River View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 74 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Slippers, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Walk-in shower, Bathtub, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Guest bathroom, Body soap

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Fan, Tile/Marble floor, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Private entrance

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Microwave, Toaster, Kitchenware, Dryer, Cleaning products, Refrigerator, Kitchenette, Wine glasses, Stovetop, Coffee machine, Dining table, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk, Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area

Outdoors

Terrace, Private pool, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor dining area

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Landmark view, Pool view, Mountain view, River view, Garden view, View

Accessibility

Shower chair, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Plunge Pool, Pool towels, Heated pool

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Shingwedzi Luxury Family Suite - Private Garden & Partial River View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 80 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Slippers, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Additional bathroom, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Guest bathroom, Body soap

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Fan, Tile/Marble floor, Soundproof, Interconnecting room(s) available, Air conditioning, Private entrance, Heating

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Microwave, Toaster, Dishwasher, Kitchenware, Oven, Dryer, Cleaning products, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Stovetop, Coffee machine, Kitchen, Dining table, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk, Dining area, Sitting area

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Landmark view, Mountain view, River view, Garden view, View

Accessibility

Toilet with grab rails, Shower chair, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Ndlulamithi Luxury River Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 60 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Slippers, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Walk-in shower, Bathtub, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Guest bathroom, Body soap

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Fan, Tile/Marble floor, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Private entrance

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Dryer, Cleaning products, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Coffee machine, Dining table, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk, Dining area, Sitting area

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Landmark view, Pool view, Mountain view, River view, Garden view, View

Accessibility

Shower chair, Toilet with grab rails, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Entire unit located on ground floor, Roll-in shower

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer

FAQ's

Is this Kambaku River Lodge pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Kambaku River Lodge?

Check-in time for Kambaku River Lodge starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Kambaku River Lodge have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Kambaku River Lodge has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Kambaku River Lodge?

Best-rates for the Kambaku River Lodge starts from $422 per night with includes Accessibility, Bar, Laundry, Wheelchair Accessible, Security/Safety, Internet, Transportation/Shuttle, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Guest Services, Entertainment, Designated Smoking Area, Breakfast, Parking, Pool, View, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Spa, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Air Conditioner with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Kambaku River Lodge a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the cabin has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Kambaku River Lodge wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Kambaku River Lodge is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Kambaku River Lodge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Kambaku River Lodge indicates 1 day stay policy at this cabin. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Kambaku River Lodge?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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