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Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park

4.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Shower, free toiletries, towels, soap
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor dining
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Ngwenya Lodge Road, Crocodile, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1340
  • Place, Crocodile Bridge Gate
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Lionspruit Game Reserve
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Lebombo Border Control
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room

  • River view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

  • River view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

  • River view
  • 657 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • River view
  • 657 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Nkomazi

Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park is located within a 15-minute drive of Kruger National Park and Crocodile Bridge Gate. This 10-room, 4-star lodge has conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Crocodile Bridge Gate - 13 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Marlothi Conservancy - 17 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Lionspruit Game Reserve - 18 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Lebombo Border Control - 23 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Bushveld Atlantis Water Park - 25 min drive - 9.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wimpie Komati - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Marula Padstal - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ngwenya Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tambarina - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park

Guests staying at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this spa lodge include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find 40-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Kitchenettes, patios, and refrigerators are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 235 for adults and ZAR 235 for children
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 235 for adults and ZAR 235 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is served at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Buckler's

Buckler's Africa

Buckler's Apartment Africa

Buckler's Africa Apartment Kruger National Park

Buckler's Africa Apartment

Buckler's Africa Kruger National Park

Buckler's Africa Lodge Kruger National Park

Buckler's Africa Lodge

Buckler’s Africa Lodge

Buckler’s Africa Kruger Park

Buckler’s Africa by BON Hotels

Buckler’s Africa Lodge by BON Hotels

Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park Lodge

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park?

Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park on Jun 16, 2026 start from $209, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park?

This lodge is located in Nkomazi, close to Crocodile Bridge Gate and Lionspruit Game Reserve. Kruger National Park is also within a driving distance of 4.7 mi.

Is parking available on site at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Is there a spa available at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park?

There is a full-service spa at this available for guests to enjoy at this lodge.

Does Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park have a casino at the property?

No, Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park?

This riverfront lodge offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, couples/private dining, and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park?

Yes, this lodge has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park?

Yes, every guestroom at Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park comes with a patio and some offer river and park views.

Buckler’s Africa Lodge Kruger Park Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was just amazing thank you 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exception location - excellent service

Buckler's Lodge is located right along the Crocodile River. We saw large herds of elephants each day we were there. We received excellent service from the staff and enjoyed clean and roomy accomodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night was too short! We saw so many animals coming up to the fence and on the river bank, it was truly an experience watching elephants in the Kruger while eating breakfast! Service, food, the room, the communal areas were all perfect! And it was just a few minutes drive to Kruger National Park gate!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely Wonderful place with amazing staff! Friendly, courteous and always helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our 2 night stay, the only thing that let the experience down was the main course on the second night. Otherwise food was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Bien en général

Bel hôtel en général. Par contre il faut réserver à l’avance pour avoir un repas, mais le tout n’est pas mentionné. Alors nous sommes arrivés à 18:00 et nous ne pouvions pas manger au restaurant. De plus, nous ne pouvons pas se fier aux informations données par rapport à l’hôtel ; il est mentionné que le service au chambre est jusqu’à 22h, mais à 21h il n’y avait plus personne, air climatisé sans manette pour la partir et plus personne ne pouvait nous aider. L’emplacement de l’hôtel est magnifique et le personnel est très gentil. La nourriture est excellente, mais aucun endroit pour manger à l’abris des moustiques. Il manque 2-3 éléments importants pour que cet hôtel soit un 5 étoiles.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Almudena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An amazing experience

I can’t say anything bad about this awesome accommodation. With an impressive deck view over Kruger Park, a 5 mins car ride to Cocodrile Bridge and 14 mins to Komatipoort. The staff is incredibly friendly and the breakfast is delicious. I recommend to hire the Game drive service with Chasing Africa, it was one of the best experiences in my life. I will come back for sure :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing property! There is an enormous deck that faces the river where you can watch wildlife. The staff are so friendly and had very helpful suggestions about Kruger. We swam in the pool under the stars and could hear hippos grunting in the river. There are BBQ’s available and our room had everything we needed to cook. Bedding was excellent. Communication was quick and efficient. Overall would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful and relaxing!

Absolute bliss!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to park gates

Check in was effortless and we were met in the parking lot by our host. Apartments very clean and overlooks a fabulous view of the Crocodile River in the south end of Kruger park. Elephants have been known to cross the river and eat right at the hotel. Cleaners were very thorough, dusting underneath tables and chairs even. All staff greet you with a smile and appear to enjoy working there. A wonderful stay, where nothing is too much trouble. A real African feel in a beautiful tranquil setting.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcome to paradise

Wow!!! Such a beautiful place, very kind host and super breakfast. Saw some elephants and water buffalos in the morning from the deck. The backyard is the Kruger park and few minutes away from the park's gate. Perfect place if you want to go in and out the park. Everything was perfect except the fact we only stayed one night. Clean, comfortable and relaxing this was better than expected
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to see rhinoceros as you eat breakfast

Right on river at edge of Kruger you can sit on verandah in front of room and see wildlife. We saw giraffes, buffalo, and rhinos as they came to the river. Staff very friendly, suggesting where in town to get vegetarian food = Stoep Cafe, and setting up a safari drive for us. No WiFi, but nice selection of cable TV channels for those who don't plan to get up for 5 am game drive. Nice breakfast from 7:45 and if you are lucky, wildlife will be at river at same time. Short drive to gate if you choose to self drive. Great base for enjoying Kruger. Good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Lodge at the river

The location of the hotel was perfect for a visit of the Kruger NP. It took about 10 minutes to reach the nearest gate of the park. The place of the lodge is also very nice, directly on the Crocodile River where we were able to spot some elephants and rhinos in the morning. Our room was well equipped with a kitchen and we also could use a barbeque. Great stay!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kruger is your backyard!

Such a comfortable and friendly hotel. Wildlife is right out your back door. The owners arranged an excellent safari for us. The safari guide picked us up right at Buckler's and took us for an awesome trip through Kruge. Bucker's is highly recommended and we so wish that we could have stayed longer.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

toll eingerichtete Lodge mit interessanter Lage

wir waren nur eine Nacht, konnten den Pool nicht nutzen, sahen dafür Elefanten am Abend, schöne Anlage, freundliche Vermieter
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Back to nature with comfort

Absolutely beautiful. Cheryl was extremely helpful and most welcoming. Nothing was too much trouble. Would come back in a heartbeat
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magnífico

Inacreditável estar em um hotel maravilhoso, no meio da savana africana com tantos animais majestosos ao redor!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very friendly and great place to relax

An amazing venue on the banks of the Crocodile River, which is the southern end of Kruger National Park. About five minutes drive from the entrance to KNP.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

The Nomads

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Beautiful property with amazing views right over the river! The owners were so friendly and the service was great! We would highly recommend this lodge!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Aircon i ena rummet fungerade inte och gick inte att laga. Ett par glödlampor fungeradeinte
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

it's definitely a good stay

location is great what the guest house facing is crocodile river you have chance to see bufalloes and elephants the guest house is very clean you should check-in earlier to enjoy stunning view
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible

On our honeymoon, my wife and I booked a night at Buckler's before entering Kruger park. Upon entering the lodge we were welcomed by two elephants drinking just across the river, well within eyeshot. The location is superb, OJ and Cheryl were extremely accommodating and the proximity of the wildlife is unlike anything we've ever experienced. We loved it so much we booked another night on the way out of Kruger park. If we ever make it back to SA, we'll definitely spend lots more time at Buckler's.
Verified

6/10 Okay

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness

Pas mal

En bordure de rivière. Proche de la porte Crocodile Bridge.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great lodge at a great value, in a spectacular scenery, overlooking Kruger Park (it's really close the Crocodile Bridge gate). We booked a smaller unit and the manager suggested we stay in a bigger one, for the same price, so our kid could be more comfortable. We loved the pool and the chill out deck, in the evening. We'll be back, for sure!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ute

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great lodge near gate to Kruger

Five minutes after arrival we watched 9 hippos grazing across the river right from the deckchairs of Buckler's pool. The chalet for three was lovely and the hosts very friendly. They organized our drives into Kruger, the full day tour guided by Dylan with eyes like a hawk, meaning we saw all the Five on one day. Thank you for a great experience!

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