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Luxury has a name in Africa; It's called Lamula Lodge!
Near the Paul Kruger Skukuza gate lies a luxury lodge that pulses the rhythm of Kruger’s heartbeat.
Lamula lodge is a villa steeped in African tradition, overlooking the Sabie river, with a vibrant, warm interior design and unprecedented architecture.
After travelling the African continent for 12 years with their son and daughter, Jeannette and her husband decided on Elephant point, South Africa to fulfil their dream of owning a piece of wilderness and sharing this intimacy and seclusion with guests worldwide.
Lamula means fruit of the orange tree in Shangaan.
Jeannette told me she later found out that Lamula also means “stop fighting”, which I believe is the ideal name for a family lodge or a lodge well suited for work team breakaways.
Interestingly, the orange also holds some patriotic significance for this family from the Netherlands.
Elephant point is an estate open to Kruger National Park, with wildlife roaming freely in and out of the estate. The estate forms part of the Legacy hotels & resorts group. Lamula lodge is located within this estate.
The estate is named after the huge herds of elephants that can frequently be seen drinking and grazing on the banks of the majestic Sabie River.
The area is well-known for abundant wildlife and unrivalled sightings of the elusive leopard or the graceful cheetah.
Elephant point lies about 7.5 Km from the Paul Kruger gate (near Skukuza camp) and 423 km from OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg. The lodge is easily accessible by road or air. Moreover, transfers to and from Skukuza Airport and Kruger.
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is available (a surcharge applies).
Although several lodges can be rented in this renowned Big Five estate, Lamula lodge is rumoured to be located in the best setting for game viewing and a class of its own. You have 360-degree bushveld views from the lodge and access to Big Five game viewing. Perfectly positioned near the banks of the Sabie River, Lamula offers the ultimate safari experience combining an abundance of wildlife with authentic and luxurious accommodation.
Lamula lodge is the best-kept secret to enjoying exclusivity on the doorstep of the renowned Kruger National Park. Every guest departs with unforgettable memories, with Kruger’s imprint in their soul.
You are spoiled for choice when staying at Lamula lodge because there are many different options available to enjoy a game drive:
In addition to the above activities, all guests can enjoy three marked walking trails within the estate. You can choose from an easy 1.5 km walk (Nyarhi) to 2.1km (Saringwa) or 2km (Three rivers).
If you would like to enjoy a luxurious spa treatment in the privacy of your villa, you can book mobile treatments through the concierge of Elephant point.
Lamula Lodge is a self-catering, family-friendly private bush villa (504m2) tastefully decorated by Cate Simpson, owner of Reflecting Africa, to create an exclusive safari getaway. The lodge is environmentally inspired and nature-themed, so many items were locally sourced or handmade for the lodge with a special touch of orange.
The lodge consists of four luxury suites with uncompromised nature views. The primary suite is exquisitely furnished with a king-sized bed. There is one room with twin beds and two rooms with double beds (a baby cot is available on request). These luxury suites are located around an intimate nature courtyard.
A large indoor dining area with a huge dining table opens with large glass sliding doors onto an outdoor viewing desk with a large dining and seating area where you have a clear view of the Sabie river.
As an extra indulgence, the fabulous rim-flow pool invites you to unimaginable bushveld views. There are several luxurious sunbeds next to the pool.
The villa is every interior decorator’s dream! The stylish living area makes provision for a large group or small family who enjoys sharing their holiday experiences.
The villa is warm and inviting, evidence that the renowned safari lodge architect Nicholas Plewman and its well-travelled international owners considered every guest’s needs during the design phase.
It is impossible to mention each of the outstanding features of this magnificent villa; we rather let you come and discover them all for yourself. This villa deserves some awards and accolades for its incredible interior decorating, features, and setting …come and be the judge!
PS. Don’t fear about housekeeping chores; the villa is fully serviced with bedding, bath towels, hair dryers and the necessary amenities and laundry facilities.
The boma deserves a blog article of its own! This magnificent seating area is nestled in the shade of indigenous riverine trees. It is an out-of-this-world spot for star gazing (Kruger is renowned for this…read our related article).
Imagine sitting here sipping on a glass of wine surrounded by the African bush veld (not just any bush veld… Kruger bushveld!) and listening to the fire cracking while hyenas laugh in the distance.
The villa is ideal for small families or friends who enjoy holidaying together and sharing once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
Families that want to introduce their young children to the African bush veld are normally excluded from many private lodges due to their age groups.
The estate has many safe walking trails for young children to enjoy with their parents at low risk.
The primary suite, in particular, has unprecedented bushveld views and opens up to a large covered patio with fabulous Sabie river views. All suites have en-suite bathrooms with double vanities, baths and outdoor and indoor showers.
The three secondary suites also have en-suite bathrooms with double vanities and showers.
BONUS: The villa has a good Wi-Fi connection and ample PowerPoints in all the rooms.
The villa’s kitchen is every gourmet chef’s dream, with high-quality cutlery and crockery. The kitchen is fully-equipped for you (or a private chef service – which can be booked through Elephant point) to cook up a storm.
The kitchen has a dishwasher, microwave, oven, and fridge (can be fully or partially stocked according to your requirements before arrival – surcharge applies). The open-plan lounge has a Smart TV and fireplace (with plenty of wood) with magnificent Sabie river views. All rooms have air conditioners and fans. Linen and towels are provided.
Guests love being surrounded by the African bushveld. Paul Kruger gate is only 11 km from Lamula lodge. All suites have screens so you can sleep with the doors open and enjoy the nightly sounds of nature. Fortunately, the lodge is also fully airconditioned which is very welcoming, particularly during the hottest months of the year.
The guests love that they can enjoy game viewing without leaving the lodge. The open-plan lounge area and outdoor viewing deck have magnificent views over the African bushveld.
The lodge is an influencer or Instagrammer’s dream! There are too many to mention spots for capturing the perfect moment. If you’re looking for a beyond-luxurious setting in the African bush veld, THIS is the place for you!
Lamula lodge is a self-catering villa with the option of hiring a private chef. However, guests also have the option to enjoy a boma dinner under African skies at the Elephant Point Restaurant on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Guests can also go for a sundowner at the River Deck restaurant or enjoy an al la carte breakfast, lunch or dinner, from Tuesday to Saturday.
Kruger National Park gets very hot in summer (November to January), but this is a popular time for South Africans to visit the park because it is when most schoolchildren are on holiday. Easter is the busiest time for the park and gets extremely crowded (read our article on when to visit Kruger).
It’s a good idea to get a rental car from your
arrival airport because this gives you more flexibility to enjoy Kruger when and how you want it!
It’s much easier than you think to enjoy a self-drive in Kruger… read our article “doing a self-drive in Kruger”.
Upon arrival at Elephant Point, you will be welcomed by the security gate guards who will direct you to the reception. Here you will receive your keys, a location map of the estate and other necessary information.
Lamula lodge is conveniently located 26 km from Skukuza Airport in the Kruger National park.
Alternatively, it is an easy 5-hour drive from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
There are also flights available from Johannesburg to Kruger Mpumalanga airport. Lamula lodge is about 93km from this airport.
Photos of lodge by Elsa Young
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