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Tomo Safari Lodge

Lodge

Portion 4, Boston 61 KU, Airforce Road Balule Nature Reserve

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
14 mentions

Beautiful lodge with the most welcoming and friendly staff

The staff were so lovely and our guide Jason was so knowledgeable and calm

Comfortable rooms
9 mentions

The rooms were lovely the food was ample, varied and very good quality and there…

Tomo Is such a wonderful private lodge to visit as there are only 9 rooms and 2 …

Clean rooms
5 mentions

Every detail was thoughtfully taken care of, and we appreciated the comfort and …

The rooms are big, super clean, and really comfortable

Great location
3 mentions

Excellent service on excellent location

Location - 10/10

Breakfast available
1 mentions

The chefs really knocked it out the park at each meal, breakfast lunch and dinne…

Overview

Set in Hoedspruit, Tomo Safari Lodge offers accommodation with a year-round outdoor pool, free WiFi, a garden and a shared lounge. There is a private bathroom with bath in all units, along with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the lodge. Tomo Safari Lodge offers a terrace. Drakensig Golf Club is 15 km from the accommodation, while Kinyonga Reptile Centre is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Hoedspruit Eastgate, 2 km from Tomo Safari Lodge, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

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Fiona

couple

June 13, 2026

10

Book this lodge, the wonderful Team Tomo will make your stay amazing.

Beautiful lodge with the most welcoming and friendly staff. Everyone seemed genuinely happy to work there. The rooms were lovely the food was ample, varied and very good quality and there was always the offer of another drink. The game drives were exceptional and Gareth and James were the best guide and tracker who made our trip unforgettable, showing us the Big 5 on our first drive.

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Karen

couple

May 29, 2026

10

The layout There was a gym wasn’t mentioned on the booking and that was a plus Good food Great guide and tracker

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julie

extended_group

May 23, 2026

10

Wonderful experience at Tomo Safari Lodge from start to finish.

We loved every minute of our stay of 4 nights at Tomo Safari Lodge. The staff were so lovely and our guide Jason was so knowledgeable and calm. We felt completely safe with him and we saw some amazing things on Safari. His tracker Pete was also great. The Lodge is beautiful with a lovely Cabana to watch the sunset if you are not on Safari. Nothing was too much trouble and the Lodge went above and beyond to help us celebrate a special Birthday. Tomo Is such a wonderful private lodge to visit as there are only 9 rooms and 2 game drive jeeps so it is not busy with lots of vehicles. We would love to return one day.

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Vinny

couple

April 26, 2026

9

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Tomo. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and hospitality that made us feel right at home. The staff were exceptional throughout our visit—friendly, attentive, and always ready to help with a smile. The lodge itself was beautiful, peaceful, and perfectly set in its natural surroundings, offering a true safari experience. Every detail was thoughtfully taken care of, and we appreciated the comfort and cleanliness of our accommodation. We would truly recommend this property to anyone looking for an unforgettable safari experience.

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Frederique

extended_group

April 21, 2026

9

Nice experience

Very upmarket property Nice deco Very professional and friendly staff

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Lucy

couple

January 29, 2026

10

We absolutely loved our stay at Tomo Lodge. We were very sad to leave, the lodge itself is beautiful, room was lovely, f

Everything! Our lodge was beautiful. Lovely facilities and small touches made such a difference and made it feel very luxurious.

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Lisa

family_with_children

January 8, 2026

10

we saw the Big 5 all in one afternoon, Gareth was a terrific guide.

very friendly staff, Gareth our guide was excellent and filled us with knowledge, food was delicious, accommodation was decorated beautifully. A terrific place to stay.

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Sa

couple

January 7, 2026

10

Perfect

The size of the room and de outdoor shower

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Lauren

couple

December 20, 2025

9

Well organised game drives with hugely knowledgeable insights from the guide, Tanya - enabling us to see the Big 5 and m

Well organised game drives with hugely knowledgeable insights from the guide, Tanya - enabling us to see the Big 5 and more within only 2 nights stay. She made the experience.

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Camille

couple

November 25, 2025

9

Amazing Stay but Tipping Policy Felt Uncomfortable

The hotel is stunning! The rooms are big, super clean, and really comfortable. The view from the terrace is just incredible and they provide board games. What really made the stay special was the team. Our ranger, Jandré, was fantastic! He’s so knowledgeable and passionate, and he shared so many interesting things. Tania also seems great, and overall the staff has such a good vibe, which makes the whole experience even better. Honestly, I loved every moment and would definitely recommend it!

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Stephan

couple

November 23, 2025

10

Wonderful

We had a great time at Tomo! The staff is friendly, the games were awesome, food and drinks are very good, ant the room is quite comfortable.

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Charles

couple

November 2, 2025

10

Excellent service on excellent location

Excellent service on excellent location.

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Kitty

family_with_children

October 27, 2025

9

Excellent stay for safari with very experienced guides

Beautiful lodge in a large private game reserve . Tania was an excellent guide for the safari’s. Nice staff

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Peter

family_with_children

October 14, 2025

10

Great staff, excellent facilities and food , knowledgeable safari guides that ensured we came away with extremely happy

Our rooms and the facilities were outstanding, clean and well maintained.

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Grizzler

couple

October 11, 2025

10

The most incredible experience!

We have just spent the most incredible 4 days at Tomo Safari Lodge as part of our honeymoon. The safari - Our guide JD really made our stay so special, he was friendly and educational and by the end of day 1 already felt like a friend of ours. Throughout each drive he was highly professional and respectful to the animals and we always felt in safe hands whilst being able to closely view these magnificent animals in their natural habitat. JD was very knowledgable and always provided explanations and thorough answers to our questions. The vehicles were clean and comfortable and well maintained. The Lodge - Our room was spotless clean and well kitted out, turned down twice per day whilst we were on game drives and the beds were very comfortable. The staff really do go above and beyond to ensure you’re having the best time. The whole time at the lodge is so serene and relaxing that for the first time in years we felt completely at peace. Sitting on a sun lounger enjoying a beer whilst watching animals feeding and drinking is truly remarkable. Food and drink - WOW! The chefs really knocked it out the park at each meal, breakfast lunch and dinner were excellent and the drinks selection has everything you could possibly need. You will not be hungry! Location - 10/10. Short drive from Hoedspruit airport yet you feel a million miles from anyone else. The safari landscapes are beautiful and ever changing, each area offering different views from the other. On the game drives you barely see another vehicle the whole day unlike some places where you see multiple vehicles parked around an animal. We would recommend Tomo to anyone looking for a safari and we would definitely return in the future. Thank you!

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Weinert

couple

October 1, 2025

10

Our stay at Tomo Safari Lodge was absolutely perfect – just as beautiful as the pictures, if not even better. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, unlike anything we’ve experienced before. The food was delicious, and although we are vegan, they catered to us with ease and so much care (we had mentioned it in advance). Our guide Jaundre impressed us with his knowledge, charm, and deep respect for the animals. We were lucky enough to see not only the Big 5, but also the “Magnificent 7” – with cheetah and African wild dog – and all sightings were private and respectful, with a maximum of two jeeps. The lodge itself is small, personal, and international – we met such interesting and friendly guests and felt at home immediately. Truly an unforgettable stay, and we are already planning our return!

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Wendy

family_with_children

September 15, 2025

10

Total Safari experience great staff and accommodations food and beverages excellent. The best time ever

Great location inside Kruger National Park, room was super comfortable with huge outdoor views and outdoor shower. Food was exceptional.The safari drives were well organized, informative and both Garett and James our guides were outstanding. Saw the Big 5

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Simon

family_with_children

September 14, 2025

10

The perfect safari stay

The game drives were just amazing, Tanya was so helpful and knowledgeable, as well as being just a great person. Pete, our tracker was fantastic too. The food, service and everything about this Lodge was just perfect in every way.

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alan

family_with_children

September 4, 2025

10

We stayed at Tomo Safari Lodge for three nights and had an absolutely excellent experience. The food was outstanding, and every meal felt special. The staff, particularly Sipho and Alphod were incredible—nothing was ever too much trouble, and they were always ready to help with a smile. The safari drives with Tanya were a real highlight. She was hugely knowledgeable about every aspect of the bush, from the big animals to the smallest details of the fauna and flora, and she shared fascinating insights throughout each drive. A truly unforgettable stay—we can’t recommend Tomo Safari Lodge highly enough!

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Helen

couple

July 2, 2025

10

Amazing lodge, we’ll be back

Fabulous place, as soon as you arrive you feel comfortable. The staff are great and the food is phenomenal. Water hole in front of the deck was regularly visited by numerous animals. All the staff were wonderful people, not only those we had most contact with such as hospitality Angel, Paige, chef Alex and our amazing guide Driska, but also all the behind the scene ninjas that keep everything clean and running.

Facilities

Activities

Golf course (within 3 km), Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Hiking, Horse riding, Spa facilities, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Game drives, Themed dinner nights

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Bar, Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace

Parking

Accessible parking, Free parking, Private parking, Parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Carbon monoxide detector, Carbon monoxide sources, Key access, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Shuttle service, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Express check-in/check-out, Ironing service, Tour desk, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Luggage storage, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge)

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Superior Double or Twin Room

The spacious twin/double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a bath. There is a minibar, a coffee machine and a patio and complimentary chocolate is featured for guests. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 3 guests 35 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Honeymoon Suite (incl Game Drives)

This suite features a private patio, air conditioning and a private bathroom with bathtub, shower and outdoor walk-in shower.

Max 2 guests 36 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Superior Chalet (incl Game Drives)

This suite features a private patio, air conditioning and a private bathroom with bathtub, shower and outdoor walk-in shower.

Max 4 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 18:00
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 10:30
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:51 AM

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