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Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve

3.5 star property
Lodge in Ulundi with a fitness center and a coffee shop

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Game drive
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Romantic Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Escape to the mountains and unwind at Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve, where game and wildlife viewing await. Indulge in a meal at the on-site restaurant or grab a coffee from the cafe, then enjoy activities like ecotours or work out in the gym.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Separate bathtub and shower
Heated bathroom floor
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 73 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Luxury Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 45 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Triple Room, Mountain View | Living area

Luxury Triple Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 138 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Romantic Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Romantic Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 103 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ulundi, Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve is in the mountains. Local points of interest include Prince Imperial Memorial. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ziplining.
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R34 Between Vryheid and Ulundi R39M, Ulundi, KwaZulu-Natal, 3100

What's nearby

  • Spirit of eMakhosini Monument - 28 min drive - 30.7 miles
  • uMgungundlovu - 39 min drive - 32.7 miles
  • Battle of Ulundi Memorial - 49 min drive - 45.4 miles
  • Ondini Historical Reserve - 54 min drive - 48.1 miles

About this property

Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve

Lodge in the mountains
Take advantage of game and wildlife viewing, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff, game drive on site, and a banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Heated floors, rainfall showers, and separate tubs/showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

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

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages included

Land activities

Fitness facilities

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Zulu Rock Game Ranch Lodge Ulundi
Zulu Rock Game Ranch Lodge
Zulu Rock Game Ranch Ulundi
Zulu Rock Game Ranch
Babanango Game Reserve
Valley Babanango Game Reserve
Babanango Game Reserve Valley Lodge
Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve Lodge
Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve Ulundi
Babanango Game Reserve Babanango Valley Lodge
Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve Lodge Ulundi

Frequently asked questions

Does Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve located?

Situated in the mountains, this lodge is within 32 mi (52 km) of Spirit of eMakhosini Monument, uMgungundlovu, and Prince Imperial Memorial.

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Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thembelihle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place the service everything was a top ten for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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