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Imbali Safari Lodge near Orpen Gate in the Kruger National Park, South Africa
Imbali Safari Lodge
Near Orpen Gate
 Kruger National Park
South Africa
An exclusive lodge within the world-renowned Kruger National Park, Imbali Safari Lodge continues the safari tradition of a bygone era.

Redolent of a hunting lodge, Imbali Safari Lodge is the central point within the Imbali Safari concession, offering accommodation in spacious, private chalets each furnished in understated luxury overlooking the Nwatsitswonto riverbed.

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Pool and Bar
Location:

Imbali Safari Lodge is situated in the Kruger National Park in the Limpopo Province, approximately:

  • 50km from the Orpen Gate 
  • 80km from the Kruger Gate
  • 110km from Hoedspruit 
  • 150km from Phalaborwa 
  • 225km from Nelspruit 
  • 506km from Johannesburg


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Climate:

Summer: Min Temp 17 C / 63 F – Max Temp 37 C / 99 F
Winter: Min Temp 9 C / 48 F – Max Temp 28 C / 83 F

Summer rainfall region, generally hot in summer. Thunderstorms often occur in the late afternoon, but do not last long. Winters are dry, with cold nights and early mornings.

What to Take:

Imbali is in a malaria area and malaria tablets are recommended all year round (Please consult your doctor). Comfortable light clothing, walking shoes, sun hats, sunglasses, sun-block, insect repellent and bathing suits. During wintertime it is still warm during the day but it can become very cold on the game drives and at night. It is advisable to bring warm insulated jackets.

Elephant at the swimming pool
Elephant back safari
An elephant smelled the beer
Dining:

Restaurant - cosy indoor and outdoor dining · Private dining on decks · Picnics by arrangement

Rates Exclude:

· 1 % Tourism Levy · Bar service · Gate entry · Laundry · Telephone calls · Transfers.

Transfers:

Imbali Safari Lodges to/from Manyleti Airstrip - R 150.00 per person one way.
Imbali Safari Lodges to/from Skukuza - R 200.00 per person one way.
These transfers costs cover the entrance fee into the Manyeleti Concession and the conservation fees to the Kruger National Park.

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African rondawels
Accommodation:

· 12 chalets, sleeps 24 people · Large Double Rooms

Children's Policy:

Children are welcome - 75 % Discount OFF adult rate.

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Inside your rondawel
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Local Attractions and Landmarks:
  • Orpen Gate  50.0 km
  • Kruger Gate  80.0 km
  • Hoedspruit  110.0 km
  • Phalaborwa  150.0 km
  • Makalali Game Lodge  155.0 km
  • Greenway Woods  170.0 km
  • Nelspruit  225.0 km
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Lion
Directions to Get There :

BY AIR:
· SA Express from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit · SA Airlink from Cape Town to Hoedspruit · SA Airlink from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit · Private Charters available to private airstrip, lodge will do transfer.

BY ROAD:
· From Orpen and Kruger Gates take the S36 and follow the signs to the lodge.

TO IMBALI SAFARI LODGE

ORPEN GATE ENTRY: (Estimated Driving Time: 1.5 hours)

• Take the H7 towards Satara • Drive for approximately 6.7km • Turn right onto the S106 (Dirt Road) • After 1.6km, turn right onto the S140 towards Talamati • After 19.5km, turn right onto the S145 • Continue along the S145 for 10km till you see the Imbali sign, turn right • After 3.5km you will reach a T-junction which is signposted, turn left • Keep left at the no entry sign and you will find Imbali Safari Lodge

KRUGER GATE ENTRY: (Estimated Driving Time: 2.5 hours)

• Take the H1-2 towards Skukuza • Pass Skukuza and take the H1-2 towards Satara • After approximately 20kms turn left onto the S36 (Dirt Road), it is signposted • Carry on along the S36 for approximately 39kms and keep right on the S36/S125 at the Hamiltons no entry sign • After 2km you will reach a T-junction, turn left onto the S36/S125 • After 4.5km you will reach a T-junction, turn right onto the S36 • After 6.5km, turn left onto the S145 • After 2.3km, turn left at the no entry sign for Imbali guests only • After 3.5km you will reach a T-junction which is signposted, turn left • Keep left at the no entry sign and you will find Imbali Safari Lodge.

Please note the following:

Gate Entrance Fees: Fees are currently R30 per person for RSA ID/passport holders, R60 per person for SADC ID/passport holders, and R120 per person for other passport holders. Please retain your receipt or permit, as it must be handed back to the attendant at the gate on departure.
Gate Entrance Times: Please be aware of gate entrance times into Kruger National Park as they do vary throughout the year, depending on the season. Entrance into the park via Orpen Gate should be no later than two hours prior to gate closure time and via Kruger Gate should be no later than three hours prior to gate closure times.

Gate Opening Times: October – March 05h30 April – September 06h00

Gate Closing Times: November – February 18h30 March - April 18h00 May – July 17h30 August – October 18h00

Speed Limit: Whilst driving within the Kruger National Park, please adhere to the legal speed limit of 50km per hour on tarred roads and 40km per hour on dirt roads.
Safety Precautions: Please adhere to the Kruger National Park safety precautions, and do not disembark from your vehicle unless you are in a designated area.
Cellular Phone Coverage: Cellular phone signal is only available at the entrance gates and close to Skukuza, it is therefore recommended to make your last necessary calls at the gate upon entry.

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Latest update:  December 14, 2008