Elephant Walk Retreat
Crocodile Bridge gate on the R571
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Why people book this hotel
“Great location very near to the Crocodile bridge rest house gate”
“The location was brilliant with regard to access to Kruger National Park Crocodi…”
“They were very helpful and even organised a guide for us”
“The location is great and the staff were helpful”
“The room was very comfortable, clean and secure”
“The unit was clean, tidy and well equipped”
“The room was clean”
“Bed cry comfy”
“Staff was friendly and helpful, pool is nice and big”
“The pool was lovely, clean and well kept”
Overview
Elephant Walk Retreat situated 50 metres from the Crocodile Bridge entrance to the Kruger National Park offers self-catering accommodation. It features views of the Crocodile River and a swimming pool. Each air-conditioned room comes equipped with a fan, microwave and a fridge. The private bathroom includes a shower. Guests can purchase groceries in the town of Komatiepoort 12 km away, and a couple of restaurants can be found in this town. A luxury game-viewing vehicle is based at Elephant Walk and is available for safaris into the Kruger National Park accompanied by a qualified guide. The Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is 117 km from the property and Malelane is a 51-minute drive away.
Traveller reviews
Greg
extended_group
June 7, 2026
Breakfast advertised on the website as optional was not available.
Adil
couple
June 6, 2026
“Great stay .. would recommend to everyone”
Great location very near to the Crocodile bridge rest house gate . It made it very convenient to go for the safaris . The property itself was very pretty and next to a river . They were very helpful and even organised a guide for us .
Mukondeleli Superior
solo_traveller
June 1, 2026
Distance to KNP
Peter
couple
May 3, 2026
“Value for money.”
The location was brilliant with regard to access to Kruger National Park Crocodile bridge Gate. The room was very comfortable, clean and secure.
Terisha
solo_traveller
April 30, 2026
The location is great and the staff were helpful.
Ingrid
family_with_children
April 12, 2026
The location and view were fantastic. The unit was clean, tidy and well equipped. The aircon was an essential bonus.
Joana
family_with_children
April 11, 2026
“Perfect place!”
The view is stunning, the silence is amazing making the perfect rest with nature. This is the best stay around Kruger that I have been.
Katie
family_with_children
April 5, 2026
“Great location and friendly staff - a few updates needed but overall good.”
Looking over the river was incredible, you can’t get any closer to the crocodile river gate to enter Kruger park, so super convenient. Staff was friendly and helpful, pool is nice and big.
Hannah
family_with_children
April 2, 2026
The pool was lovely, clean and well kept. Staff super helpful.
Sam
couple
April 2, 2026
“Great cosy stay near Kruger”
Very close to the crocodile bridge entrance to Kruger. Swimming pool is beautiful. Big cosy cabin with stunning decor.
Basheer
family_with_children
March 29, 2026
Location
Godeffroy
family_with_children
March 22, 2026
The view and the close proximity to the kruger
Odette
family_with_children
March 22, 2026
“Exeptional with a few minor tweaks”
Lovely view, seeing the wildlife from your patio was the highlight definitly.
Jade
family_with_children
March 20, 2026
The location is fantastic. I loved watching the hippos from my balcony and the braai facilities were great!
Selahattin
couple
February 23, 2026
“Disappointment”
My place is very nice, right by the river, but the cleaning ladies definitely don't care about cleanliness. They don't deserve the salary they get. Let me say this openly. We are hoteliers too. If they clean this place like this, who knows how they clean their own homes? Please, I beg the staff. Pay a little more attention. Earn the money you get for your boss. Please, please, cleanliness is very important. You haven't done any cleaning at all. It's a shame.
Elena
family_with_children
February 18, 2026
“Very beautiful, magical, stargazing, animal sounds. A perfect location near the entrance to Kruger”
We really enjoyed the cabin with the river and the hippos right in front of it. We loved the location near the Kruger National Park entrance, and since we couldn't have dinner at the restaurant because it was reserved for a private event, they recommended a place to get takeaway food in the village near the lodge. The room was clean. We would love to return.
Kirsty
couple
January 21, 2026
“Great value for money, brilliant for game drives.”
Bed cry comfy. Ideal location Lovely staff Brilliant game drives
Will
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“they do have really nice swimming pool and some friendly stuff”
good location and we have a really nice river view
Marina
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
My booking was upgraded to one of the new tented accommodation which is currently under construction - thank you. An awesome setting overlooking the river, especially at sunset.
Ayolah
family_with_children
January 8, 2026
“Good stay”
If you main destination is kruger national park this is your location.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Game drives, Walking tours
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
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
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, Access to health care professionals
Services
Airport shuttle, Private check-in/check-out, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping
Ingwenyama
This one room chalet has 1 double bed and 1 ¾ bed and is equipped with a fridge, microwave and kettle. It has an en suite bathroom with a shower and separate toilet. Guests have access to a basic, outdoor 'bush' kitchen, shared with one other unit.
Ndlovu
This 1-bedroom log cabin is raised high on stilts and features a balcony with views of the Kruger National Park and of the Crocodile River. It has a fully equipped kitchenette and barbecue facilities. The private bathroom includes a shower.
Bateleur
This 1-bedroom log cabin features big glass sliding doors leading onto a deck and kitchen area. It boasts views of the Kruger National Park and of the Crocodile River. It has a fully equipped kitchenette, lounge and barbecue facilities. The main bedroom has a flat-screen satellite TV. The open-air deck protected by mosquito netting is used as the second bedroom. This area gives guests the feeling of sleeping in the open surrounded by wildlife. There is a toilet and basin on this deck. The private bathroom has a shower.
Martial Eagle
This 2-bedroom suite features big glass sliding doors leading onto a deck with a seating area. I has a fully equipped kitchenette and barbecue facilities and boasts views of the Kruger National Park and of the Crocodile River. It has a lounge and the main bedroom has a flat-screen satellite TV. The private bathroom has a shower.
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