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Safari & wildlife · No. 17 in South Africa

Boutique hotels in Hoedspruit

Hoedspruit is the gateway to the Greater Kruger's private reserves, where Timbavati, Klaserie and Thornybush lodges await.

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Where to stay in Hoedspruit

The small town of Hoedspruit, below the Drakensberg escarpment in Limpopo, has an airport that serves the private reserves bordering Kruger National Park: Timbavati, Klaserie, Thornybush, Balule and Kapama. These are prime Big Five territory, with the advantage of open-vehicle drives and walking safaris. The Blyde River Canyon, one of the largest canyons in the world, is close by.

Where to stay

Choose a lodge in one of the private reserves; each has its own character and traversing rights.

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Daily flights connect Hoedspruit with Johannesburg and Cape Town. The area is in a malaria zone; the dry winter months are best for game viewing.

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Questions about Hoedspruit

How many boutique hotels are there in Hoedspruit?

We list 4 boutique hotels in Hoedspruit, including Garonga Safari Camp, Kings Camp and Royal Malewane.