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MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

4.0 star property
Immerse yourself in nature's splendor. From thrilling game drives to relaxing by the pool or exploring beautiful gardens.

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Nestled in a rural setting, MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge offers a serene escape with an outdoor pool, game and wildlife viewing experiences. Enjoy free breakfast buffet on the terrace, stay connected with in-room WiFi, explore the garden or take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Highlights

Patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Manor House 1

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Manor House 2

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Exceptional
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Highlights

Patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Highlights

Patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Hoedspruit, MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge is in a national park. Jessica the Hippo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kruger National Park and Phalaborwa Gate. Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and Three Rondavels are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Map
Archie Farm, Maseke Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 151 min drive

About this property

MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

Upscale all-inclusive tentalow in a national park
At MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a firepit and a garden.
Other perks at this tentalow include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A nature reserve, luggage storage, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs and children's books
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Hair dryers and shampoo
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

All inclusive details

This tentalow is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Bottled wine included

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday to Friday (7:00 AM – 4:00 PM), Sunday to Sunday (7:00 AM – noon), and Saturday to Saturday (7:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that dogs reside at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 800 (one-way), (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • High chair fee: ZAR 0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–4:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 800 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and beverages are included (with some restrictions).

Where is MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this all-inclusive tentalow is within 32 mi (52 km) of Kruger National Park, Phalaborwa Gate, and Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate.

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Reviews

MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally amazing place; great safari, excellent good and high quality accomodation

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was excellent and we saw the big 5 plus much more wildlife. Sidney, our guide was knowledgeable and made extra efforts when we asked him to see different things. Thank you Milima!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thomas was great, very peaceful and quite love the watering hole and all the animals that come to get a drink right in fron of the resort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

LIONEL INACIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Foi maravilhosa nossa estádia, mas notei algumas coisas que poderiam melhorar ... - Variedade de comida no almoço e jantar. Acho que poderia ter mais de uma opção, nao gosto de carne de avestruz, mas acabei comendo pois foi o que foi oferecido. Mas acredito que poderia ter tido mais variedades. - Bebidas, nem sempre a pessoa ficava lá, e me incomodava um pouco, pois fui lá naquele momento para pegar e nao pude ter acesso. Depois do jantar, também queria tomar uma cerveja, mas a porta estava fechada, o que frustou um pouco e me fez ir dormir mais cedo. - Animação, entendo que por ser dentro de uma reserva nao dá para ter nenhuma extrapolação, mas senti falta de um clima africano nas noites, com musicas, apresentaçoes, acho que ficaria maravilhoso! - Achei o porterio da reserva antipatico, cara fechada! Quando chegamos com o carro, nao nos sentimos muito bem-vindos, foi de pouco papo, e ele ficou do nosso lado com a cara fechada até chegar o carro. E quando ele colocou nossas malas no transporte do hotel, pediu gorjeta, mas acabamos dando pois ficamos sem graça. - Safari foi ótimo, eu esperava ver mais quantidade de animais. Nao me refiro aos Big Five apenas, mas ter mais numeros de outros animais, tem hora que só viamos mata, mata e mais mata. - Quarto, fiquei frustado. Nos colocaram em um que dava divisa para outro quarto. Meio que nos deram 2 quartos, pois o banheiro ficava no meio dos dois, ai no meio da noite para usar o banheiro tinha que sair do quarto e frigobar tbm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ficamos na tenda e a experiência foi incrível. Tenda bem equipada com ar condicionado, secador de cabelo e chapinha. É possível ver os animais bem de pertinho da sacada da tenda. O safari foi sensacional, conseguimos os Big Five no segundo safari. Atendimento excepcional!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Tadeu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A estadia é incrível! Desde os funcionários, que são a alma do local, até a estrutura física (impecável!)! Foi uma experiência incrível os três dias no lodge e recomendarei a todos que procurem um local de excelência!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leandro

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hospedaen com pior custo benefício da minha vida

Essa foi a pior hospedagem olhando custo benefício das nossas vidas. O custo foi em torno de 1000 dólares a diária, esperávamos algo incrível! Uma pena…. O all inclusive é igual a uma pensão completa, o quarto super antigo, nosso game driver terminou 30 minutos antes. Nos deram um papel com horários e uma mensagem no WhatsApp, nenhum tinha a mesma informação, o que nos fez perder o café. Estamos 100% descontentes e insatisfeitos com oque recebemos pelo o que foi pago.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hospedagem foi excelente, tornou perfeita a minha primeira experiência de safari. Ótimo atendimento, instalações, e custo-benefício. Recomendo a todos.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremamente gentil e atencioso. Instalações super confortáveis. Comida deliciosa. Os passeios muito bem organizados com guias de altíssima qualidade. Pontuais nas atividades. Recomendo demais e pretendo voltar.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wir waren zwei Tage in der Lodge, welche erst seit gut einem Jahr in Betrieb ist ( vorher war es eine Hunting Lodge) Das Paket umfasst AI und zwei Game Drives pro Tag. Essen war sehr gut, Lodge ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen aber sehr sauber. Schöner Pool. Am zweiten Abend gab es Boma, welches ausgezeichnet und sehr stimmig war. Getränke waren jederzeit und in großer Auswahl vorhanden. Die Game Drives finden jeweils um 6 Uhr früh un 16 Uhr Nachmittags statt. Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen und das ganze Personal war sehr zuvorkommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Einfach ein absoluter Traum und jeden Cent wert! Mit eigenem Wasserloch, welches immer steht’s gut besucht ist. Saubere, helle große Zimmer. Fantastisches Essen und sehr gute drinks erstklassiger Wein. Diese Unterkunft macht den Urlaub unvergesslich! Das Personal ist sehr freundlich, hilfsbereit, kompetent und setzt jeden Wunsch um. Ich komme definitiv wieder - etwas negatives fällt mich nicht ein!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto Hugo

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERTA Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

LARIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruna

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

AYRTON A A

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023