Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve
5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star lodge with safari
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Room service
- Housekeeping
Explore the area
Off R 517 Vaal Water, Waterberg, Shambala Private Game Reserve, Vaalwater, Limpopo, 530
- Waterberg Biosphere ReservePlace, Waterberg Biosphere Reserve1 min walk
- Kololo Game ReservePlace, Kololo Game Reserve
- Kamonande Nature ReservePlace, Kamonande Nature Reserve28 min drive
Room options
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Luxury Chalet, 1 King Bed (Thached Chalet, Outdoor Shower)
- 60 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
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Villa (Nelson Mandela 1 Pres Suite & 5 Rooms)
- 1000 sq m
- Sleeps 12
- 6 Twin Beds
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Superior Chalet
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
About the area
Vaalwater
On river.At this Vaalwater lodge, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Waterberg Biosphere Reserve and 12 miles (20 km) of Welgevonden Main Gate. Kamonande Nature Reserve is within 16 miles (25 km) and St John's at 24 Rivers is within 20 miles (32 km).
What's nearby
- Waterberg Biosphere Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Welgevonden Main Gate - 19 min drive - 18.7 km
- Kamonande Nature Reserve - 28 min drive - 23.5 km
- Lebolobolo Game Farm - 47 min drive - 46.7 km
- Summerplace Game Reserve - 52 min drive - 43.3 km
Restaurants
- Vaalwater Hotel - 10 min drive
- la Fleur - 10 min drive
- Zulu Restaurant - 34 min drive
- Seringa Cafe - 9 min drive
- Daga Bull - 9 min drive
About this property
Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve
Luxurious 5-star lodge with safari
Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.
Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Vaalwater lodge.
- 1 floor
- 9 guestrooms or units
- Built in 2010
- Buffet breakfast (free)
- Manager's reception (free)
- Deli
- Poolside lounge chairs
- Umbrellas for the pool
- Coffee in lobby
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Express check-in
- Staff is multilingual
- Storage area for luggage
- Front-desk safe
- Tour and ticket information
- Concierge
- Wedding services available
- Library
- Terrace
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Outdoor picnic space
- Fireplace in lobby
- Television in lobby
- Bellhop
- Smoking in designated areas
- Bar or lounge
- Bar by the pool
- Dining venue
Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free minibar items and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. This Vaalwater lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Shambala Spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.
The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Free self parking on site
- Free valet parking on site
- Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
- Limited onsite parking
Food and drink
- Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A poolside bar
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Free daily manager's reception
- Snack bar/deli
Things to do
- Boat tours
- Ecotours
- Fishing
- Full-service spa
- Game drive
- Game viewing
- Library
- Outdoor pool
- Safari
- TV in common areas
Accessibility
- No elevator
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Down comforter
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Slippers
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- 24-hour room service
- Free bottled water
- Free stocked minibar
- Refrigerator
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Desk
- Heating (climate-controlled)
- Individual decor
- Laptop-compatible safe
- Phone
- Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve
Children and extra beds
- Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 4125 per vehicle (one way)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
- Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Property is also known as
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