Private 5-Star upmarket self-catering safari lodge inside the 'Big-5' Greater Kruger Park Nature Reserve, on the banks of the Olifants River, for exclusive use. Game drives and meal packages available on request. 4 double bedrooms en suite, sofa beds in lounge Group up to 12 adults. Terrace with pool. Lounge and kitchen. Fireplace for barbecue Entertainment area at riverfront, 300m from house No other guests, one party at a time Serviced by 2 staff, WiFi 1h to Kruger Park gates Solar power 24x7 The space Newly renovated lodge, fitted with top-end furniture and appliances. Staffed 24-hours a day. High quality beds, linen and bathrooms. Large entertainment deck with pool, overlooking an open field towards the Olifants River. House and garden fenced with an electric wire for protection against wildlife. Separate fenced patio at the river front, 300m from the lodge, with fireplace, shallow pool to sit in while watching the animal and bird life in and around the river. Guest access The Balule Parson gate to the game reserve is at the R40 road, just north of the Tzaneen turn-off (R526): open between 05:30 and 18:30. NOTE: It is not possible to get to the lodge if arriving late (before 7pm)! Entrance gate will be notified ahead of guest arrival. Guest numbers cannot exceed the number in the booking, to enter the game reserve. Please note gate entrance fee is currently (2022) ZAR 200.00 per vehicle, plus ZAR 100-300 per person, once per visit, payable in cash at the gate. Inside the game reserve, follow the directions on road plinths towards Parson No 20 (Sangasava). The game reserve road is possible to negotiate with a standard car, but a SUV with higher ground clearance much better. 4x4 not needed. All guests will need to sign an Indemnity Form on arrival. Other things to note Firewood provided for a the evening barbecue. Kruger Park is a Malaria risk area, bring anti-mosquito spray and long sleeve trousers and shirts for dawn and sunset. Consult your doctors re anti-malaria medication.