Ezulwini River Lodge sits in riverine forest on the Olifants River. The all-inclusive rate covers meals, house wines and local beers, and two game drives a day with night spotlighting. Billy's Lodge, its sister camp, is nearby on a seasonal river.
On the Olifants River
Children welcome
House drinks included
Family room with private pool
Accommodation9 units: 4 suites, 4 chalets and a family room. Sister camp Billy's Lodge has 6 more.
OperatorEzulwini Game Lodges
Safari styleGuided game drives
ChildrenAll ages
Traversing areaLodge area not publishedIn the Balule; the lodge's own traversing area isn't published · source · What's this?
PoolFitness areaWi-Fi
Strengths
- Drinks are included in the rate
- Children of all ages are welcome
- Close to Hoedspruit airport (≈ 24 km in a straight line)
- Unfenced with Kruger, so wildlife moves freely
Things to consider
- Transfers are not included; ask the lodge for a price
- Among the pricier Balule lodges for your dates
Drawn from the rates, policies and facts on this page for your dates and group, not from reviews.
Rooms
9 units: 4 suites, 4 chalets and a family room. Sister camp Billy's Lodge has 6 more.. Room photos will appear once the lodge supplies them.
Rates & inclusions
| Period | Dates | Published rate | ≈ EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (all year) | 1 Jan – 31 Dec | US$700 | €624 |
Per person sharing, all inclusive, as listed for Ezulwini Game Lodges (River Lodge and Billy's Lodge). Children under 12 pay 50%. Conversions use €1 = US$1.1225 (OFX mid-market rate; GBP from the Bank of England spot rate, 19 Oct 2026). Highlighted row matches your check-in date.
All meals Included
Guided game drives Included
Guided walksNot included
Conservation levyNot included
Airstrip / airport transfersNot included
Drinks Included
Ask whether the Balule conservation levy is included.
Where to book
Book on Safari.com, or on the lodge's own website if Safari.com doesn't list it.
Published rate for your datesThe booking link shows whether rooms are free for your dates.
Your trip details
Ezulwini River Lodge (Balule, Greater Kruger) Check-in Mon, 16 Nov 2026 · check-out Thu, 19 Nov 2026 · 3 nights 2 adults Nationality: International Room: Standard chalet
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Balule
Balule is part of the Associated Private Nature Reserves on Kruger's western edge, north of Hoedspruit. The perennial Olifants River flows for about 20 km through the middle of the reserve.
Big FiveLionLeopardElephantRhinoCheetahBirdlife
Wildlife listed for the reserve as a whole (source: Wikipedia: Balule Nature Reserve). Sightings are never guaranteed.
Game viewing through the year
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Getting there
National parkPrivate reserveAirportPark gate
Nearest scheduled airportHoedspruit Eastgate (HDS)
Straight-line distance≈ 24 km
TransfersTransfers are not included. The lodge is a fair distance from the nearest town.
AccessOn the Olifants River in the Balule, north-west of Hoedspruit.
Coordinates-24.2055, 30.8882
ReserveBalule
Policies
Check-in / check-outAsk the lodge
ChildrenChildren welcome; under 12 pay 50%.
CancellationAsk the lodge or booking partner
WebsiteNot listed by our sources
Sources
Information checked in October 2026. Rates and policies change, so the lodge or booking partner always confirms the final details.
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