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A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a building with a green roof. - Rukiya Safari Camp (Hoedspruit)
A wooden dining table set with candles, glasses, and cutlery, with a kitchen and living area in the background. - Rukiya Safari Camp (Hoedspruit)
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Located close to Kolgans Dam and Zebra Dam, Rukiya Safari Camp provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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A tented room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Matumi Tent

  • Sleeps 2

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A tented room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Leadwood Tent

  • Sleeps 2

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A mirrored tent room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and patterned pillows.

Marula Tent

  • Sleeps 4

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A wooden deck with a sofa and a small table, overlooking a forested area.

Matumi Tent

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A tented room with a bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a shelf with a basin and toiletries.

Boerbean Tent

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A tented accommodation with a bed, seating area, and a wooden table with a lantern.

Jackalberry Tent

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A wooden deck with a railing, a wooden table with a lantern, and a person sitting on a bench.

Leadwood Tent

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A tented room with a bed, bedside table, and a small seating area with a table and chairs.

Bush Willow Tent

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bed with floral-patterned pillows, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.

Marula Tent

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and potted plants.

Rukiya Family House

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Hoedspruit, Rukiya Safari Camp is in a rural area and in a regional park. Jessica the Hippo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kolgans Dam and Zebra Dam. Lissataba Nature Reserve and Balule Private Nature Reserve are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like safari tours. Visit our Hoedspruit travel guide
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Wild Rivers Nature Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • A dirt path with a lion walking away from the camera.
    Selati Nature Reserve
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    39 min drive - 16.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    107 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Communal living room
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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 property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 810 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 810 (from 4 to 11 years old)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Rukiya Safari Camp have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rukiya Safari Camp 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 Rukiya Safari Camp?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rukiya Safari Camp?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Rukiya Safari Camp provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 6:30 AM–6:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 810 per person applies.

Where is Rukiya Safari Camp located?

Situated in a regional park, this lodge is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Kolgans Dam and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Zebra Dam. Jessica the Hippo is 22.8 mi (36.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Rukiya Safari Camp Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

ANA L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
O hotel fica à beira de um belo rio, os quartos são tendas rústicas mais confortáveis. A equipe é muito prestativa e a comida é maravilhosa.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
O hotel é incrível, o atendimento é ótimo e a comida muito saborosa. Tem boa estrutura tanto nas cabanas quanto no hotel. Q única coisa que não gostei foi dos game drives. A reserva do hotel tem poucos animais e a área do Kruger que eles cobrem tb é ruim. Exceto isso é tudo maravilhoso.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tout était merveilleux ! J'espère y retourner un jour.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr schönes, familiäres Camp

Wir haben das Riverhaus (Familien-Chalet) für 4 Personen gebucht. Das war sehr schön und grosszügig. Die Tiere (Nyala, Warzenschweine usw.) konnten wir von der Terrasse aus beobachten. Im holzbefeuerten Whirpool (wird von den Mitarbeitern aufgeheizt, kostet zusätzlich) haben wir die Umgebung genossen, war toll. Auch sonst war alles sehr schön und bestens. Die morgendliche Anfahrt ins "Big-5-Gebiet" dauert etwas und man muss sich warm anziehen, lohnt sich aber auf jeden Fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr exklusiv und persönlich

Sehr exklusiv, da es nur wenige Zelte gibt. Sehr persönlicher Empfang, schöne Safaris im offenen Jeep mit guten Guides. Direkt am Fluss gelegen, wir konnten vom Pool ein Krokodil beobachten. Trotzdem sehr sicher. Liegt in einem eigenen privaten und abgesicherten Reservat.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fábio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Satisfeito até o momento do check-out

O local é bem agradável e os funcionários são bastante receptivos. Mas tenha cuidado ao reservar, pois tinha sido informado que os safáris estavam inclusos e tive uma surpresa bem desagradável e cara na hora do check-out. Ao reservar a melhor suíte com a opção half meal, deveria ter deduzido que a opção half meal não excluía apenas o almoço, mas também os safáris. Sugiro ao Rukiya e ao hotel.com detalharem isso melhor pra evitar estresse e frustrações. Talvez colocando HALF MEAL (NO ACTIVITIES)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Glad only 1 night stay

Upmarket pricing with mediocre accommodation The safari is limited in big 5 animals but we saw rabbit cat & warthog which was goof viewing. The attendance at mealtime as was the food mediocre but pricing high, Not a place to return for me.tip envelopes added to final billing which is ott imho
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is like an oasis. About 10min along the main sealed highway you turn off onto dirt road over the train tracks and into Wild Rivers Reserve which has wild animals including predators. Because of this, once you arrive at the property by car you cannot walk anywhere except from room to room/lodge and in daytime on the grass in front of the river which is full of crocodiles and sometimes hippos. All this can be an unreal experience knowing that lions or leopards may enter the camp site at anytime. I still felt ver safe, you just can’t get any exercise is a problem if you stay here. Still amazing to sit by the river and watch a 3-4m crocodile hang about.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the tents, the location and the food. The safaris were also amazing. Excellent guides.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amélie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

superbe lodge

magnifique endroit, tres bon accueil, mais un peu loin du kruger et des animaux...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amélie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

magnifique lodge

lodge depaysant, tres agreable, merveilleux souvenir
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wim

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024