Vuyani River Lodge

Guests praise exceptional cleanliness, comfortable rooms, and friendly staff. They appreciate the varied breakfast options and outdoor showers. However, no disadvantages were mentioned in the reviews.

Simply the best place on earth This is without a doubt the best place I have ever stayed. Cannot fault the accommodation, staff , food or facilities. Absolutely fantastic. This place and the staff are truly exceptional. On the first day we said we would return again and without a doubt we will.it was like one big happy family. The game drives totally blew your mind and our driver / tracker spotter were first class. Cannot wait to return.

Firstly, a MASSIVE thank you to all the staff at the Vuyani River Lodge, who each made our stay as special as possible. We will try and come back as soon as possible! We visited the lodge in the middle of February, as a special trip for my wife's 40th birthday, and special was exactly what it was. After 2 long flights we were provided transfers, arranged by lodge, from Jo'burg airport. An incredibly friendly chap named Danie gave us some wonderful insight into his beautiful country during a 5 hour drive to the lodge. Airport transfers are a reasonable cheap option but with a driver like Danie, the drive was a pleasure and much more rewarding and informative than more airport time. Upon arrival to the lodge we were given a refreshing drink and shown to our beautiful 'skylodge' (basically a tree house with power and running water). The bed, as can be seen in many pictures, was large and comfortable, the room has plenty of storage, the aircon works fantastically well and the outdoor spaces were great (shower and balcony). The daily routine during our stay was fairly consistent and could be broken up by a variety of excursions (we only chose the boat ride, due mostly to the weather), and goes something like the following: Wake up call and (30 mins later) Collection from the room (an escort with torch was required/provided during the dark). Following a brief opportunity for coffee (could have been 5 mins longer) we left for the first game drive of the day. This is a wonderful experience in a LWB open top Landrover with an incredibly informative driver (Philip - Thank you!) and an equally knowledgeable tracker (Mpilo - Thank you!). Both of these guys were incredible both in spotting the vast variety of animals on offer and also in giving a running commentary of what they were looking for and other titbits of information about the wildlife (who knew we could have such an interesting 10 mins watching a beetle roll dung!). During this morning drive, there was also an opportunity to stop for coffee (weather permitting) and have a short leg stretch after a long stint sat in the car. Breakfast! The first of three unbelievable meal times. Beginning with a table spread with cereals, fruits, yoghurts and treats, hot drinks and top ups are provided regularly and there is a full hot menu to choose from, which is cooked to order. Any type of eggs, accompanied with all the hot side dishes you could want (bacon, sausage etc). A fantastic meal to set you up for the day and, for us, to send us to sleep happily for a quick mid morning nap after the early rise! After an opportunity to spend some time in the room, in the pool under the sun or on one of the excursions, lunch was served. Every day this was delicious and presented warmly by the chef of the day. Again, more than enough food, and the drinks (and top ups! ) flow regularly.. this time, usually of the colder variety! The food at this place really was a highlight and I can't remember ever feeling so