Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 36 min drive
Echo Caves - 36 min drive
Jessica the Hippo - 42 min drive
Blyde River Canyon - 57 min drive
Three Rondavels - 58 min drive
Getting around
Hoedspruit (HDS) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Mad Dogz Café - 6 min drive
About this property
Shikwari Nature Reserve
4-star luxury lodge with 2 outdoor pools
Shikwari Nature Reserve offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.
A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Shikwari Nature Reserve. An area shuttle within 999 kilometers and an airport shuttle (available on request) are available for a fee.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Hoedspruit lodge.
10 guestrooms or units
11 buildings
Built in 2001
Poolside lounge chairs
Umbrellas for the pool
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Tour and ticket information
Wedding services available
Library
Terrace
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Shikwari Nature Reserve offers 10 accommodations with minibars and ceiling fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, Zulu
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Airport shuttle on request
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 999 kilometers
Food and drink
Full breakfast available for a fee daily 6:00 AM–9:30 AM: ZAR 350 per person
1 restaurant
1 bar
Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of ZAR 350
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
Game/wildlife viewing
Helicopter/airplane tours
Private picnics
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Smooth flooring in room
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Free tea bags/instant coffee
Minibar
More
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Electrical adapters/chargers
Guidebooks/recommendations
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
LED light bulbs
Local maps
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
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
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [2 camps -Shikwari Suites & Pangolin Rondavel guest will be met.]
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 4 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 4 are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 350 per person
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800 per person (one-way)
A late check-out fee will be charged
Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 per day
Hosted evening meal: ZAR 350
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
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
Tax ID - 4590259372
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. The tax ID number is 4590259372. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Children 4 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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
Shikwari Bush Lodge & Pangolin Bush Camp
Shikwari Bush Lodge & Pangolin Bush Camp Hoedspruit
Shikwari Bush Pangolin Bush Camp
Shikwari Bush Pangolin Bush Camp Hoedspruit
Shikwari Game Reserve Country House Hoedspruit
Shikwari Game Reserve Country House
Shikwari Game Reserve Hoedspruit
Shikwari Game Reserve
Shikwari Game Reserve Lodge Hoedspruit
Shikwari Game Reserve Lodge
Shikwari Bush Lodge Pangolin Bush Camp
Shikwari Game Reserve
Shikwari Nature Reserve Lodge
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Shikwari Nature Reserve Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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6.0/10
Cleanliness
6.4/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with family
8 Apr 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not having a tv in my room , was a turn off for me .
I think it will be best if guests are advised to only come to the premises with off road cars.
Dirty bed sheet, third class furniture, non functional ancient age television, rotting food in the common fridge.. You get the idea. Its literally in the bushes.. You shouldn't be using a two wheel drive to get there. They should mention thisin the description.
Maid was of pleasing nature, tried to be helpful.
Owner/ manager was nowhere to be found. No concierge services at all. You are on your own. Also did I mention no locks on the doors and no safety guarantee. One of the toilets was non functional. Bath tub was not