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Tembe Elephant Park

3.0 star property
Lodge in uMhlabuyalingana with free breakfast and spa services

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Property grounds
Front of property
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Off the P522-2 Road Sihangwane, uMhlabuyalingana, KwaZulu-Natal, 3963
  • Rocktail Bay
  • Lake Sibaya
  • Phongolo River Bridge
    ‪18 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Family Suite (#1)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Suite (Tusker #7)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Family Suite (#8)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Suite (Tusker #16)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Suite (Tusker #15)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Duiker Suite # 17

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite (Tembe) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Suite (Tembe)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Family Suite (#2)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Duiker Suite # 18

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Family Suite (#4)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Suite (Tusker #11)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite (Tusker #10)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Suite (Tusker #10)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Suite (Tusker #12)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Embonisweni

Tembe Elephant Park places you 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Phongolo River Bridge. This 15-room, 3-star lodge has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Phongolo River Bridge - 18 min drive - 10.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Tembe Elephant Park Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Tembe Elephant Park

Lodge in uMhlabuyalingana with free breakfast and spa services
Tembe Elephant Park features an outdoor pool, WiFi in public areas, and spa services. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a picnic area.
Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Electric kettles, portable fans, and safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages and body scrubs.

Languages

English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 50 per day)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property charges a mandatory gate fee per vehicle on arrival. The fee varies by number of passengers per vehicle.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 50 per person, per night
  • Additional fee: ZAR 110

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: ZAR 50 per day (1-device limit, rates may vary)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: noon—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). 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.
  • 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra 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

Tembe Elephant Park Accommodation Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Tembe Elephant Park?

Tembe Elephant Park offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

Is parking available on site at Tembe Elephant Park?

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

Is there a spa at Tembe Elephant Park?

Spa services at the lodge include massages and body scrubs.

Does Tembe Elephant Park have a casino?

No, Tembe Elephant Park doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Tembe Elephant Park?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Tembe Elephant Park?

There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Tembe Elephant Park?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Tembe Elephant Park have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Tembe Elephant Park serves free English breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Tembe Elephant Park allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tembe Elephant Park though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Tembe Elephant Park?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Tembe Elephant Park?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Tembe Elephant Park.

Tembe Elephant Park Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the atmosphere, friendly staff, accomodation and the safari drives. Very knowledgeable safari guide who was friendly, great sense of humour and made the trip more special ( thank you- Philemon ). Would definitely return to Tembe and recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ignatius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The birdwatching was excellent!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Birds and birds again!

The staff are great however the game drives were not. If you like bird watching then great if not think about another park. The guide spent more time looking at birds and vegetation than any of the big 5. The vegetation is so thick near to the tracks it is impossible to spot anything ground level. The evening meals were poor but the breakfast was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janene

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

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very few places are now available in the world where you can stay, at a good price, and get the experience of being treated well by friendly staff and be so close to the natural world which is on the "doorstep". Accomodation (in tents) is superb with all all reasonable facilities having been considered and provided for the guests. Highly recommended for those interested in the (sadly declining) natural world who want to experience part of Africa's fantastic heritage before it disappears.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service, friendly staff awesome drives.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

GIlles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, thanks for sharing this wonderfull place with us. Thank you Patrick for the wonderfull game drive, the Elephants were impressive... 🙏😌😱
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thierry

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

Excellent séjour dans le bush d'une journée

Séjour sous une grande tente bien aménagée avec sanitaire en dur. Un peu isolé dans le bush ce qui nous a permis de profiter des bruits de la nature. Petite piscine commune pour se rafraichir. 2 safaris par jour compris dans le prix. Merci à Patrick, notre guide, pour son dévouement. Petit déjeuner et repas variés et de très bonne qualité.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Horst

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Leider viel Regen. Dadurch wenige Tiere gesehen, auch weil der Busch zu hoch und dicht bewachsen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Horst

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hauszelt im Busch war sehr schön eingerichtet. Hilfsbereites Personal. Die Game Drives mit kundigem Guide sehr schön. Lwider kaum Elefanten gesehen. Ein Löwenrudel entschädigte das Vermissen anderer Tierarten.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es war fantastisch, essen, Unterkunft, Game Drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

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