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8.2
/10
Very Good
55 reviews
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Kimberly
10.0
/ 10
This camp is a great stay. People mention parking and the train and the noise from neighboring tents … this is just a small inconvenience for the price of the property and location of it within the national park fence perimeter- but outside the gate where the conservation fee needs to be paid. International cost is $30 per person and doesn’t matter when you enter and is open 6a-6p.
We stayed in tents 9, 17,18,19 & 75.
Our first 4 face the park so you will see animals pass in front of your door / porch. Approx half the tents face the park and the other half face the interior of the camp.
The trains move slowly maybe twice a day past the camp area - it this is outside the fenced park.
Some guests are quiet and some louder … so you may or may not hear them next to you.
Parking is at the bottom of 2 paths up to the tents … there is an area to drop bags off if you have a tent ar the farthest away area of the reception. There are golf carts so you can ask for help getting your bags far also I have seen.
My family all agree we would return ! Pool looks nice / but not warm enough to use while here. The watering hole in the park is fun to watch - hippos always has been there. Elephants come and go almost daily. Cute bar with reasonable prices. Bartenders have always been friendly.
Buffets always good. Lunch is alacart & typical in the park Friday night was outside with local entertainment. Enjoy !
Verified traveler
10.0
/ 10
The place is very well organized. There are a lot of options for safaris. The bufé for the breakfast and dinner is very good. I have enjoyed my time there. Very recomendable.
Verified traveler
10.0
/ 10
The property is in the park, the staff was great, breakfast and dinner was great
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Numbi Gate Kruger National Park, Mbombela, Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga, South Africa, 1350
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Numbi Gate Kruger National Park, Mbombela, Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga, South Africa, 1350
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About Nkambeni Safari Camp
Splendid service together with wide range of facilities provided will make you complain for nothing during your stay at Nkambeni Safari Camp.
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Hotel Services
- Express check-in
- Tours
- Express check-out
- Multilingual staff
- Front desk
- Laundry service
Things to Do
- Outdoor pool
- Poolside bar
- Garden
- Pool sun loungers
General
- Reception hall
- Smoking area
- Parking
- Terrace
Public Facilities
- Others
- Restaurant
- Safety deposit box
- Coffee/tea in lobby
Food and Drinks
- Bar
- Poolside bar
- Breakfast
Connectivity
- LAN Internet
- Free WiFi
Shuttle Service
- Airport transfer (surcharge)
In-room Facilities
- TV
Business Facilities
- Conference center
Nearby Facilities
- Souvenir shop
Accommodation Policy & General Information in Nkambeni Safari Camp
Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 155 for adults and ZAR 77.50 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1032 per person (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 1032 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
- Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 5:30 PM and 8:00 PM
- Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Breakage deposit: ZAR 500 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The front desk is open daily from 5 AM - 11 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. This property is located within Kruger National Park, and their gate entrance and exit times also apply for guests. Gate closure times vary seasonally, as follows: 5:30 PM, May-June; 6 PM, August-October and March-April; 6:30 PM, November-February. Guests who plan to arrive after gate closure time must contact the property in advance to arrange an escort to the property; a late check-in fee applies. Arrivals after 8 PM are not permitted. Nkambeni Safari Camp is located inside a national park, and their gate entrance and exit times also apply for guests. Guests are advised to contact the hotel's reservation staff to check their arrival time.
Hotel only accepts guests with minimum age of 18
Check-in/Check-out Time
Check-in:
14:00 - 18:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00
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General Information
Popular Facilities | Swimming Pool, Restaurant, WiFi |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | 14:00 - 18:00 - Before 10:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at Nkambeni Safari Camp | 150 |
Number of floors in Nkambeni Safari Camp | 1 |
Another facilities in Nkambeni Safari Camp | Express check-in, Tours, Express check-out, Multilingual staff, Front desk |
Frequently asked question in Nkambeni Safari Camp
What are available facilities at Nkambeni Safari Camp?
There are top facilites at Nkambeni Safari Camp such as Swimming Pool, Restaurant, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Nkambeni Safari Camp?
The standard check-in time at Nkambeni Safari Camp is starting from 14:00 - 18:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
Does Nkambeni Safari Camp provide breakfast?
Yes, Nkambeni Safari Camp provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
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8.2
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8.2
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7.8
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7.8
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Albert
8.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago
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A whole lot of extra value with booking which includes breakfast and dinner as well as game drives.
Stephane
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 133 week(s) ago
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Salla
Friends and Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 174 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Very average and therefore overpriced. Fine for a one night stay but there are also nicer options which cost the same or are cheaper. Dining facilities lack any charm. Train tracks very close and you can hear the trains. Tents located very close to each other as well. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Kimberly
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 202 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
This camp is a great stay. People mention parking and the train and the noise from neighboring tents … this is just a small inconvenience for the price of the property and location of it within the national park fence perimeter- but outside the gate where the conservation fee needs to be paid. International cost is $30 per person and doesn’t matter when you enter and is open 6a-6p.
We stayed in tents 9, 17,18,19 & 75.
Our first 4 face the park so you will see animals pass in front of your door / porch. Approx half the tents face the park and the other half face the interior of the camp.
The trains move slowly maybe twice a day past the camp area - it this is outside the fenced park.
Some guests are quiet and some louder … so you may or may not hear them next to you.
Parking is at the bottom of 2 paths up to the tents … there is an area to drop bags off if you have a tent ar the farthest away area of the reception. There are golf carts so you can ask for help getting your bags far also I have seen.
My family all agree we would return ! Pool looks nice / but not warm enough to use while here. The watering hole in the park is fun to watch - hippos always has been there. Elephants come and go almost daily. Cute bar with reasonable prices. Bartenders have always been friendly.
Buffets always good. Lunch is alacart & typical in the park Friday night was outside with local entertainment. Enjoy !
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MJ
8.0
/10
Reviewed 206 week(s) ago
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It was very pleasant
Johan Robins
Friends and Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 208 week(s) ago
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Nkambeni Safari Camp has the makings of good place to stay. The positives are good food and management that are willing to help. Negatives are tents very close to each other and as such can be noisy at night. I would think the management need to consider a noise curfew after 22h00. The train passing by is also noisy, but there is not much that can be done about that. Parking is by reception and it is a hike to get to your tent. Porters are available but during our stay they were either too busy or nowhere to be found. I really suggest that management get a few golf carts to assist guest with their luggage. The restaurant area is great and food is generally good. The restaurant staff was a hit and miss affair. Some were great and some terrible to the point where they ignore you. This being a high occupancy camp, more than 150 tents, it seemed that restaurant staff were overwhelmed at times. Management should consider training to sharpen up this side of things. Reception and security staff were fantastic. On site amenities are limited, but then I think this more a stop over for those wanting to explore Kruger. Value for money in considering what other lodges charge in the area. With a few tweaks it can be great camp to stay at. Management was very willing and great in addressing our concerns and questions. Keep this up please.
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Zidesh
Friends and Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 228 week(s) ago
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Good service at this hotel especially the catering staff
Roith
Friends and Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 283 week(s) ago
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Right on the boundary to the Kruger, with a watering hole (with hippos) just outside.
Fantastic location, well maintained property. Neat and tidy, well run. Food was good and staff very friendly. Enjoyed our stay.
Doreen
Friends and Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 285 week(s) ago
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The camp is located just inside Numbi gate: from the lodge to the main gate is a short 3km drive. The cabins are compact, clean and comfortable and the staff very friendly. The food was very tasty and there was enough variety. There is very limited wifi allocation to be used in the main building only, but with the camp being so spread out, this is understandable.
The tents are about 10 metres apart but it is possible to hear people snoring in the adjacent tent and the railway track is closeby too so this might be an issue for light sleepers.
We did not find it onerous to complete the forms every day upon entry into the park. Given the time of year, the animals were very scarce but we had rare and magnificent sightings every day we went out. We would definitely return and recommend Nkambeni to others.
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Jan
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 292 week(s) ago
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Our stay was
David
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 306 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Package holiday hotel- good overall, but not recommended for individual travelers. Loud groups take over the restaurant and amenities. Also close to railway line: train spotters will be delighted, but less so the traveler looking to get away from it all. I’d give it a 6 rating.
David
6.0
/10
Reviewed 307 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Great spot but needs renovation badly
conrad
4.0
/10
Reviewed 310 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
This place only cater for tour groups, and they also say so!
If you think you going to listen to lion, jackals and hiena at night DON'T go there.
All you hear is tour groups partying till midnight, the tent next to yours aircon and trains passing by
Would not recommend for self drive bush lovers
Only positive is the friendly staff!!
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Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 311 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
location was good, staff very good but no tv in reception area and WiFi issue , you only get 150mb free . And they advertise Free WiFi. Bit pricey for what it is
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with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 311 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
The place is very well organized. There are a lot of options for safaris. The bufé for the breakfast and dinner is very good. I have enjoyed my time there. Very recomendable.
Verified traveler
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 331 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
The property is in the park, the staff was great, breakfast and dinner was great
Verified traveler
10.0
/10
Reviewed 363 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
The camp is situated next to a watering hole and has amazing views. Both the dinner and breakfast buffets were absolutely amazing. Only drawback is that although the camp is situated within the Kruger Park, it is only through the first gate and not the main gate at Numbi. We wanted to go into Kruger Park for an early morning drive, but Nkambeni's gates only open at 06h00. When we arrived at Numbi gate the queue of cars was very long, whereafter I stood in a queue for 30 minutes in order to purchase a day pass (the other day visitors with pre-booked day passes also took forever to enter). It may be practical for Nkambeni to arrange day passes for its visitors as this really is the only negative and inconvenience and will really add to an already wonderful experience.
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BK & family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 422 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
The camp is up to our expectation with the rate, but we were disappointed that can't see all the big 5 during the whole day game drive. The shower facility is not suitable to bath young kids as there is no flexi water pipe.
Katty
8.0
/10
Reviewed 424 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
The camp was absolutely lovely to stay. We were here for 2 nights and everything was great. Dinner our second night was awesome. It was outside with a big fire and BBQ.
Daphanie at the gate was such a joy to see everyday, so cheerful.
The only downfall is that obviously tents are not soundproof and most of the people staying are going on early morning safari tours and you will hear them all if you're planning on sleeping in. Also the cleaning ladies are very loud... They shout in conversation to each other from the tents at 6:30am... It was very unfortunate to try and sleep through such loud chatter.
Other than that the location is great and the tents are very comfortable and cozy.
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Verified traveler
8.0
/10
Reviewed 442 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Stayed 3 nights and had great time self-driving through Kruger Park. Saw all of the big 5!
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