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Rhino Post Safari Lodge

Safari lodge  |  kruger private concessions, eco-friendly luxury in southern kruger.

On a 12,000ha private concession in the southern part of the Kruger National Park , Rhino Post Safari Lodge was designed and built to have minimal impact on its environment. In keeping with modern environmental trends, there are few permanent structures built with all-natural materials, connected by raised walkways and illuminated by low-energy lighting. With a limited number of Suites, guests are assured privacy and exclusivity. 

Game-viewing in a private concession inside the Kruger National Park is truly spectacular. Game drives and bird-watching expeditions in open vehicles bring guests face-to-face with Africa’s most revered residents. The Big 5 – lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo – roam the reserve, along with an array of antelope, bird species and large game.

Each luxury suite is exquisitely decorated and includes a bedroom and lounge. Wildlife wandering the lodge grounds can be viewed from your private patio deck, and even your bathroom or outdoor shower, which overlook the riverbed. Indulge in delectable cuisine beneath the tamboti trees while the lodge's convivial lounge, with its extensive wine cellar, cosy fireplace and bar, is the perfect spot for a sundowner.

Rhino Post Safari Lodge Highlights

• Specific emphasis on being an eco-friendly lodge without compromising on luxury
• 12,000ha private concession in Kruger National Park
• Linked to Rhino Walking Safaris, offering guided bush walks and sleepouts
• Possibility of tailor-made birding safaris
• Low density of vehicles on concession allows for an exclusive safari experience

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Rhino Post Safari Lodge is not just a beautiful lodge built from canvas, wood and glass - the contemporary design of the safari lodge blends into the natural surroundings with no sculpted gardens or fences.

• Rhino Post Safari Lodge offers a chic alternative to the traditional Kruger National Park visit
• The exclusivity of a sixteen bed lodge, and outstanding service combines beautifully with the full Kruger Park experience
• The lodge has been nominated for and received numerous travel awards, and developed a following of regular guests

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• There is no age restriction on accommodation, but regrettably, children under the age of six are not allowed on the game drives unless a private vehicle is booked .

The ambience is relaxed and friendly. Guests join their guides and management around the dinner table in the sociable atmosphere of the Kruger Camps, while enjoying the level of service and luxury expected from any upmarket game lodge.

Game drives make the most of the wide network of Kruger Park roads to explore the incredible biodiversity that makes Kruger a world icon, and continue after dark when the self-drive tourists have returned to their camps.  We are proud of the fact that we do no off-road driving – both out of respect for nature and its long term sustainability and because in the Kruger Park it’s just not necessary!  The most popular and regularly used routes in the Kruger National Park are tarred as it is a major attraction worldwide, and it’s necessary to keep the roads in good condition both to handle the amount of daytime traffic experienced in busy seasons, and to ensure that the park can remain accessible even through the rainy season.  We tend to find that animals take advantage of the smooth, warm roads, which also see more game in the winter months because these roads are situated close to the rivers.

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• All meals, teas, coffees and twice daily game drives.

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Rhino Post is a luxury safari lodge set in the 12 000 ha Mutlumuvi Concession Area within the Kruger National Park. This elegant 8-suite lodge was built using only natural materials such as wood, stone, thatch and canvas. It's the main accommodation base for Rhino Walking Safaris.

• Luxury lodge situated within the boundaries of the Kruger National Park
• Built using only natural materials to minimize environmental impact
• Elevated suites have spacious bedrooms and a lounge with lovely views
• En-suite bathrooms with a private outdoor shower
• Swimming pool
• 12 000 hectares of the private wilderness area
• The top game viewing area
• Opportunities for walking safaris, night drives and a unique sleep-out experience

Rhino Post Safari Lodge is just 20 minutes from Skukuza, the main rest camp, in the heart of the world-famous Kruger National Park. The concession shares a 15 km unfenced boundary with the Sabi Sand Game reserve and an abundance of wildlife moves freely between the two reserves. Set on the banks of the Mutlumuvi Riverbed, the lodge enjoys its own exclusive traversing area of 12 000 hectares, as well as the use of the Kruger Park's roads for game drives.

Low Impact, Environmentally-Friendly Luxury Lodge

The utmost care was taken to minimize the environmental impact of the lodge - no trees were cut down and no concrete was used in constructing the buildings. Stilts raise the spaciously-appointed suites above the riverbank, allowing sweeping views out across the Mutlumuvi Riverbed. Each luxury suite is laid out in an open-plan style with wooden floors, thatched roof, canvas walls and ceiling fans. The modern en-suite bathrooms have a deep free-standing bath, double vanities and separate toilet. There's also a private outdoor shower screened by thick reed poles and own private decked patio.

Good Food, Fine Wine and Great Game Viewing

Enjoy sumptuous meals in the camp's dining area, set under magnificent Tamboti trees. The lounge has an extensive wine cellar, bar and cosy fireplace. After a game drive, you can cool down in the swimming pool or relax on the shady patio and watch an abundant array of wildlife coming down to drink at the waterhole.

Part of Rhino Walking Safaris Group - choice of game viewing options

Rhino Post is one of three camps operated by Rhino Walking Safaris and is often used in conjunction with Plains Camp. Rhino Walking Safaris specialises in game walks and gives guests the opportunity to experience animals in their natural environment, in real-life close-up; always accompanied by an armed, experienced ranger. These operators also have exclusive use of some of the Kruger National Park's public roads for evening game drives. You'll be spoilt for choice with a combination of game viewing: from multi-day walks to game drives to primitive sleep-outs on raised wooden platforms in the wild.

Getting There

Rhino Post is easy to get to by road or by air. From Johannesburg, it's a 6-hour drive. Scheduled flights depart from OR Tambo International Airport daily to KMIA (Kruger Mpumalanga Airport) in Nelspruit - approx. 55 minutes. Direct flights are also available from Durban and Cape Town. We can arrange a road transfer from KMIA to Rhino Post, the journey takes approximately one hour. Charter flights are also possible to Skukuza camp from OR Tambo. We can help you arrange car hire if you'd prefer to self-drive.

Our Take on Rhino Post

Rhino Post Safari Lodge is the ideal choice if you would like to combine luxury with an authentic bush experience. We can highly recommend it for an active safari with a nice variation in game viewing activities.

• Luxury accommodation
• All meals, teas and coffees
• Game drives
• Transport to the lodge
• Kruger Park entrance fee

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You may also want to look at, plains camp.

Plains Camp is part of Rhino Walking Safaris in the Kruger National Park. As the name implies, Rhino Walking Safaris specializes in foot safaris and guided bush walks. Often, Plains Camp is combined with Rhino Post Lodge on the same trip, offering the guest a combination of game drives and walking safaris.

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Rhino Post Safari Lodge

Rhino Post Safari Lodge main deck

Rhino Post Safari Lodge  

An authentic, unfenced safari lodge in South Africa’s iconic Kruger National Park , Rhino Post Safari Lodge provides an exclusive opportunity to get close to nature on nature’s terms.

Rhino Post offers the best of both worlds, with the enormity and diversity of the Kruger and the exclusivity of an eight suite lodge on a private concession in a game-rich area.Explore the beauty of Africa as it should be

Situated on a 12000-hectare concession in the south-western section of the Kruger National Park, Rhino Post Safari Lodge offers an unforgettable African safari experience. The private concession borders Mala Mala and Sabi Sands Private Game Reserves and allows the unrestricted passage for a variety of animals and wildlife to wander through, creating moments of wonder for all our guests.Become one with nature

Rhino Post Safari Lodge offers the ultimate safari experience combining diverse wildlife with authentic African hospitality. From the warm welcome you receive upon arrival, to our comfortable chalets, hearty home style cuisine and highly experienced ranger, every guest departs with unforgettable memories and the imprint of Africa in their soul.

The lodge overlooks the perennially dry Mutlumuvi riverbed. With wooden decks built around a forest of riverine trees, shade is plentiful. Raised wooden walkways link eight thatched suites each offering their own outdoor shower and private deck. The lodge is designed with vast areas of open space, large glass doors and windows helping to bring the outside in. Wherever you are – at the pool, the bar, in the lounge, taking a bath or shower, or just relaxing in your room, we endeavour to make you feel as if you are always at one with nature.

Game drives are the predominant activity at Rhino Post Safari Lodge, you are afterall in the Kruger National Park. However, guests are offered additional activities which include chilling at the swimming pool or on the bar deck watching for animals coming to drink at the waterhole.

Kruger National Park

Over and above the much-publicised ‘Big 5’ (leopard, lion, elephant, rhino and buffalo) an impressive 147 mammal species inhabit this remarkable reserve which is a greater variety of species than in any other park in Africa. In addition, it boasts 517 bird species (including migratory birds), 49 fish, 34 amphibian, 114 reptile and over 2000 plant species (including 336 tree species and the Big Five of trees: Baobab, Fever-Tree, Knobthorn, Marula, and Mopane). All this in a conservation area that is roughly the size of Israel.

Before the Kruger Park was declared a national reserve in 1884 by President Paul Kruger, the game had been almost completely wiped out by hunters. Since then it has grown under the careful curatorship of South African National Parks (SANParks) into a world-renowned safari destination with a network of 1 800kms of well-maintained roads and more than 290 000 large animals, attracting more than 1 million visitors per year. Today the fascinating and varied Kruger Park wildlife includes everything from aardvark to zebra as well as intriguing unrelated species such as baboons and baboon spiders.

Accommodation

Eight suites each with a Private Deck and outdoor shower overlooking the Mutlumuvi Riverbed

Rhino Post Safari Lodge can accommodate a maximum if 18 guets. Each suite accommodates two persons, with four of the suites allowing either a super king or twin beds configuration, and four with twin bed configurations. The open-plan suite has an en-suite bathroom with a freestanding bath and outdoor shower. Triples – The bush suites can accommodate one ‘rollaway bed’ for one additional child under the age of 16, provided that the maximum number of guests in the lodge does not exceed 18.

Each suite features en-suite bathroom with twin hand basins, separate bath, toilet and an outside shower. Other facilities in each room include: a personal mini bar (filled upon request), tea/coffee making station, hairdryers, in-room safe, Mosquito Nets, laundry (at an extra cost),electric blankets, bathrobes, slippersand a telephone.

The thatched, canvas and wood suites on stilts overlooking a dry river bed, Rhino Post Safari Lodge is the perfect destination for those who wish to experience the Kruger Park in style, without diminishing the wilderness ambience.

The fire pit will be ready to enjoy a drink on your retun from the game drive

Lodge Facilities

Curio shop A range of local and other African curios and crafts are available for purchase in our curio shop. Where possible, we source products locally to help support and develop our communities.

The lounge bar and viewing deck are sizable enough to be both social and cosy and at the same time, large enough that guests are able to enjoy some quiet-time and solitude.

Take a dip in the Swimming pool the secluded pool area and overlooks a waterhole and offers an opportunity for a refreshing break

Enjoying the lodge

• Intimate lodge with only 8 luxury suitess
• Highly experienced and knowledgeable game rangers and trackers
• Big Five game viewing in the Wolrd renown Kruger National Park
• The ecologically-friendly lodge is a mere 30 minutes’ drive from Skukuza Airport.
• Easy access by road and air
• The concession shares a boundary with Mala Mala private game reserve, allowing animals to move freely between the two game reserves.

Safari activities

Rhino Post offers a truly authentic safari experience in the Kruger National Park .

• Game Drives In addition to driving on the 12,000-hectare concession, the lodge has exclusive use of some of the Kruger National Park public roads at night. SANParks has allowed them the added advantage of being able to utilise 170km of Park roads after gate closing time – when all the self-drive tourists have left and when the other concessions have to be back on their respective properties.
• Sleep-Outs Pre-book a night at the Sleep-Out decks and spend the evening under the stars sleeping in individual tents on raised platforms. You will leave Rhino Post at approximately 16h00 and be transferred via vehicle to Plains Camp. Part of the adventure is enjoying a meal cooked over an open fire whilst looking out for animals drinking at the waterhole below before curling up to sleep, lulled by nature’s nocturnal sounds.
• Star gazing Our telescope is available for all guests and offers a magnificent view of the African skies at night and study the constellations
• Golf Play a round of golf on Kruger Park’s unfenced golf course in Skukuza . Enjoy sightings of hippos and crocodiles, while pitting your wits against both the nine-hole (18 tee box) course and the baboons, impala and warthog that roam the fairways.
• In-room massage therapy Whether you need to de-stress with an Anti-Stress Massage, recover flexibility with a Deep Tissue Massage, or just pamper yourself with a Tribal African Wrap, our professional spa treatments take place in the privacy of your room. In-room spa therapies are available between 06h30 and 13h30 daily. Please book at least 24 hours in advance to avoid disappointment.

A day at Rhino Post Safari Lodge

Game drives are planned for mornings and evenings as this is the time when the animals are most active. The game drives last for about three hours and include a coffee stop for the morning drive and a sun-downer stop in the evening. Rhino Post Safari Lodge generally adjusts safari times accordingly to the seasons in order to maximise game-viewing opportunities and ensure that guests enjoy a comfortable experience.

• Summer / Winter
• 05h00 / 05h30 – Wakeup call
• 05h30 / 06h00 – Refreshments and snacks on the patio
• 06h00 / 06h30 – Depart for morning game drive
• 10h00 / 10h00 – Brunch
• 11h00 / 11h00 – Departing guests to kindly vacate chalets
• 14h00 / 14h00 – Lunch is available for arriving guests
• 16h00 / 15h00 – High tea is served on the patio
• 16h30 / 15h30 – Depart for afternoon game drive
• 19h45 / 19h15 – Pre-dinner drinks
• 20h00 / 19h30 – Dinner

We suggest that guests arrive in time for lunch on their day of arrival not to miss out on any game drives during their stay.

Making a difference

Andlane Beauty World . At the time of meeting with Elizabeth Andlane, who had started a small community project, Andlane Beauty World, they were producing floor polish and cleaning materials and their recorded monthly income was R65; they were running at a major loss. Rhino Post Safari Lodge was not able to purchase the cleaning materials as we use strictly environmentally friendly products but suggested that they add environmentally friendly guest soaps to their range of products and together with the management of Jock Safari Lodge taught them to make soaps, with Rhino Walking Safaris providing equipment, ingredients and basic bookkeeping training. This quickly increased their turnover and put them in a position to service their bank loans and provide Rhino Post Safari Lodge and other lodges with their lovely handmade Rooibos Tea and Honey glycerine soaps.

Transport Projects: As a contribution to the local community in and around the Kruger National Park, we assisted a local in setting up his own taxi business. Originally contracted to transport our staff we assisted in paying off the vehicle he was using and after we had it serviced we gifted it to him, together with R10 000 to assist in setting up his own business outside of the Kruger Park. We currently support additional local community members by paying them to transport our staff to work and back.

Magazines for Schools . All the latest magazines which we subscribe to for our guests’ pleasure are bundled up regularly and handed out to the staff who have children at school in the local communities so that they can be used as teaching resources.

Guest enjoying the sundowner stop during the afternoon game drive at Rhino Post

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Activities & Safari Drives

Morning and evening safari game drives through Kruger National Park

Tailor-made birding safaris through the Kruger Park

Sleep out under the stars on raised wooden platforms

Indulge in an in-room massage to promote stress-relief and relaxation

Navigate clear African skies at night and study the constellations

Enjoy a round of golf at Skukuza and enjoy sightings of hippo and crocodile

Game drives are the predominant activity at rhino post safari lodge, you are afterall in the kruger national park. however, guests are offered additional activities which include chilling at the swimming pool or on the bar deck watching for animals coming to drink at the waterhole. alternatively, in-room massage therapy is an excellent way to while away the time between meals and drives. enjoy night-time stargazing using the lodges large telescope, or sip on a delectable cocktail at the bar., safari game drives.

Rhino Post Safari Lodge offers early morning and evening safari drives. Safari drives are conducted in specially adapted open Land Cruisers, with professional guides. To preserve our wilderness concession, no off-roading is practised.

In addition to limited driving on our 12,000-hectare concession, we have exclusive use of some of the Kruger National Park public roads at night. SANParks has allowed us the added advantage of being able to utilise 170km of Park roads after gate closing time – when all the self-drive tourists have left and when the other concessions have to be back on their respective properties.

A typical day would include an early start, a cup of fresh coffee or tea, after which guests set out on their safari drive. Guides at the lodge meet the stringent requirements of the South African National Parks, and senior guides hold the highest guiding qualifications possible in South Africa, to ensure that your encounters with the African wilderness are exciting, informative and safe.

For a comprehensive safari experience, one can also combine your experience at Rhino Post Safari Lodge with a stay at Rhino Walking Safaris – our exclusive, tented camp offering an unforgettable guided walking experience, and even a night under the stars at the Sleep-Out Decks. These must, however, be pre-booked prior to arrival.

In the late afternoon after a delicious high tea, you can enjoy an evening safari drive, winding down with sundowners while watching an African sunset and spotting nocturnal animals in the Park.

Star gazing.

Enjoy the breath-taking skies on a clear night, and for the enthusiasts, make use of our XT8 Classic Dobsonian telescope with the assistance of a knowledgeable guide to view the magic of the southern hemisphere constellations, unspoilt by light pollution.

Tailor-made birding safaris

Pre-book a private vehicle and guide to spend time recording and photographing as many of the Kruger Park’s 529 species of birds that you can. Your guide will tailor the drives to your specifications, with a focus on birds, bird identification, and time spent in different habitats to maximise your experience.

For the adventurous, there is also the option of booking a private sleep-out (this must be pre-booked prior to arrival) where you can sleep out under the stars on raised wooden platforms and enjoy a traditional braai (barbecue) cooked on open flames.

Pre-book a night at the Sleep-Out decks and spend the evening under the stars sleeping in individual tents on raised platforms. You will leave Rhino Post at approximately 16h00 and be transferred via vehicle to Plains Camp. Part of the adventure is enjoying a meal cooked over an open fire whilst looking out for animals drinking at the waterhole below before curling up to sleep, lulled by nature’s nocturnal sounds.

For safety reasons, we regret that children under the age of 8 years may not participate in the Sleep-Out activity. For those that are too young, or too old to manage the walking trails on offer at Plains Camp, this is a wonderful adventure for those who want to get close to nature.

Please remember, there are age restrictions in place for your safety and those around you (including the animals, guides and the environment)

Minimum age for children participating in safari game drives

Minimum age for children participating in the Sleep-Outs

Minimum age for children participating in walking safaris

In-room massage therapy

Whether you need to de-stress with an Anti-Stress Massage, recover flexibility with a Deep Tissue Massage, or just pamper yourself with a Tribal African Wrap, our professional spa treatments take place in the privacy of your room. In-room spa therapies are available between 06h30 and 13h30 daily. Please book at least 24 hours in advance to avoid disappointment and confirm your treatment by 16h00 the day before.

Stress Relief Full Body Massage Combination of local traditional massage techniques used to increase blood circulation and induce a state of total relaxation.

Anti-Stress Back Massage A unique treatment designed to cater to often those hard-to-reach areas.

Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage The therapist concentrates on your neck, shoulder and lower back muscles. This massage is ideal for strained backs and headaches.

Deep Tissue Massage The massage targets very tight, sore and tired muscles. Gentle stretching improves muscle flexibility and endurance in the body.

Aromatherapy Full Body Massage Organic Aromatic oils and Shea butter used in a gentle massage to boost your lymph flow and blood circulation that will leave your skin feeling nourished.

Xigiya Tribal Massage Benefit from the wisdom of ages with the traditional massage using the Xigiya tribal stick on areas of tension. This treatment begins with a back polish – a warm mask applied to tight muscles to ease stress and remove toxins.

Tribal African Reflexology This healing art aims to release blocked energies throughout the entire body. The pressure points of the feet corresponding to specific organs of the body are massaged to relieve stress, improve circulation and increase the power of the body to heal itself.

Tribal African Head Massage The therapist performs pressure point massage on the scalp, neck and shoulders. This treatment relieves headaches, eye strain and neck tension.

Golf in Skukuza

Play a round of golf on Kruger Park’s unfenced golf course in Skukuza. Enjoy sightings of hippos and crocodiles, while pitting your wits against both the nine-hole (18 tee box) course and the baboons, impala and warthog that roam the fairways. It is best to pre-book this activity, and please note that if you wish to play 18 holes, you will not have enough time to play between drives, so may have to forgo a drive. In this case (at an additional charge) we can book a private guide and vehicle to take you on a private ride after golf, arriving back at the lodge in time for dinner.

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We spent three days at Rhino Post Safari Lodge and we enjoyed our stay from the first to the last minute very much. It is a small lodge (10 tent houses) and as soon as you arrive you are already part of a super friendly family. Our guide Mareike was excellent. Getting up at 5.00 in the morning is a bit hard at the beginning but Mareike welcomed us with hot muffins and we were ready for great gamedrives. Although the tent houses might soon need a fresh up / face lift the whole team, the food and the hospitality were excellent. Special thanks also to Crystal for a great afternoon at the terrasse. Thanks a lot, you made our stay in Kruger exceptional. Hope to be back soon

Very friendly and heloful staff. Very knowledgeable , friendly and welcoming safari guide( Amend). He made our safari trips very enjoyable Quality of food was very good Great to see lots of elephants at the water hole from the lodge decking

Game viewings were good and we saw a lot. Good food and lots of it. Organised and well planned. Nice bedrooms with luxury and also more rustic in nature. Good location.

Great and unique experience! Fantastic location Right in a private spot in the Kruger park, with dedicated services and great food. 2 games per day are perfect to fulfill the day.

Location on the river bed was excellent with great views from the room deck and wildlife very close. The staff were helpful and friendly. Dining was a t a high standard. Sorta our guide was excellent.. knowledgeable, communicative and did everything with a smile. She was happy to share her knowledge and love of the animals and the Park.

Helpful and kind staff, great dancers and singers. You should try some nights living in nature. Lions, elephants, giraffe… lifetime experience.

The room is amazing with an outside shower. The restaurant is fabulous and the food is great. The evening entertainment was good. The game drives made the whole stay. James was amazing, couldn't ask for a better guide.

What a fantastic place to stay for an amazing safari. The staff was exceptional friendly and kind. Our game driver Vusi was amazing!! what a experience this guy has and a unbelievable eye on where the animals are. The food was great and our lodge very luxurious. We travel a lot and can highly recommend this accommodation.

It was all fantastic from start to finish, the staff go above and beyond. Sorta was so sweet and gave us all her knowledge. Will definitely be back.

The food was great ,staff very friendly,rooms were nice and James our driver and guide knew a lot about the animals and we saw a lot. Thanks James!

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Rhino Post Safari Lodge offers luxury accommodation located in the southern end of a 12000 hectare private wilderness concession in Kruger National Park. The property shares a 15 km unfenced boundary with the Mala Mala and Sabi Sand reserves. Each of the elevated suites at Rhino Post Safari Lodge boasts a furnished balcony overlooking the riverbed. They feature an en suite bathroom fitted with a free-standing bath, double vanity and an outdoor shower. The beds are draped with mosquito nets, and electric blankets, a minibar and tea-and-coffee-making facilities are provided. Meals are served in the camp's dining area, and guests can enjoy a sundowner in the shared lounge, which features an extensive wine cellar, fireplace and bar area. Relax on the shaded patio overlooking the waterhole, or enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool. Rhino Post offers morning and evening game drives. Skukuza Airport is 20 km from Rhino Post Safari Lodge, while Nelspruit 140 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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• Outdoor swimming pool
• Airport shuttle
• Non-smoking rooms
• Free parking
• Good breakfast

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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

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Facilities of rhino post safari lodge great facilities review score, 9.

• Toilet paper
• Private bathroom
• Free toiletries
• Wardrobe or closet
• Outdoor fireplace
• Outdoor furniture
• Outdoor dining area
• Sun terrace
• Electric kettle
• Refrigerator
• Fold-up bed
• Game drives
• Dining area
• Wine/champagne Additional charge
• Special diet menus (on request)
• Shuttle service Additional charge
• Daily housekeeping
• Private check-in/check-out
• Wake-up service
• Laundry Additional charge
• Babysitting/child services Additional charge
• Airport shuttle Additional charge
• Invoice provided
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• Designated smoking area
• Mosquito net
• Hardwood or parquet floors
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• Entire unit located on ground floor
• Opening times
• Open all year
• All ages welcome
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• Sun loungers or beach chairs
• Sun umbrellas
• Massage Additional charge

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From 13:00 to 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

From 11:00 to 12:00

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Children of any age are welcome.

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Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

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There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash is not accepted Rhino Post Safari Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Rhino Post Safari Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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Accommodation at Rhino Post Safari Lodge

Rhino Post Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park, was built using natural materials to blend in with the sheer beauty of the African wilderness.

Accommodation at Rhino Post Safari Lodge can be found in one of the 8 stylishly appointed luxury bush suites that feature spacious bedrooms with wooden floors, thatched roofs, canvas walls, a ceiling fan and exquisite views of the adjacent riverbed . The open plan suites have an en-suite bathroom with a freestanding bath and an outdoor shower..

In between adrenaline-pumping adventures you can cool off in the swimming pool, or relax on the shaded patio while enjoying views of wildlife occupying the waterhole.

Rhino Post Safari Lodge welcomes children of all ages . One additional roll away bed can be accommodated per room for children. Child minding services are available at an additional cost and must be pre-booked.

Rhino Post Safari Lodge Facilities

• Double vanity
• Outdoor shower
• Overhead fan
• Mosquito nets
• Safe & hairdryer
• Laundry service
• Electric blankets
• Tea and coffee making facilities

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" Power will be cut off every night after 10pm which is pretty common in Safari area "

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" Perhaps better in the drier months … but you will be pampered here no matter when you experience your trip. "

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Popular Safaris at Rhino Post Safari Lodge

4 day hoyo hoyo lodge safari.

The 4-day Hoyo Hoyo safari tour takes guests to the heart of the Kruger National Park to the Mluwati Concession. Hoyo Hoyo Tsonga Lodge is one of three luxury safari lodges in the concession and promises guests luxurious accommodation in a spectacular setting and an outstanding safari experience. The private concessions within the iconic Kruger National Park are areas of land where carefully selected operators have a license to offer all the benefits of a luxury safari lodge on a private reserve. Guests staying at Hoyo Hoyo Tsonga Lodge enjoy game drives in an open safari vehicle within the private concession as well as the Kruger Park itself.

5 Day Hoyo Hoyo Lodge Safari

Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge is a luxury ecotourism destination that’s located in Mluwati Concession in central Kruger National Park. It’s architectural design isinspired by the rich cultural heritage of the local Tsonga tribe and you experience their vibrant lifestyle through its colourful décor elements, unique spa treatments and fascinating storytelling. Guests have exclusive access to the private concession as well as unrestricted access to the public roads in the Kruger Park. Mluwati Concession is one of only a few private concessions in the national park, in a protected wilderness area that’s renowned for its outstanding biodiversity and incredible Big 5 sightings.

Rhino Post Safari Lodge is built from organic materials. The luxurious structure of stone, wood, thatch and canvas blend into the environment and provides a warm and comforting atmosphere for guests. All suites boast an elevated view of the  Mutlumuvi Riverbed . Built on tall stilts above the river the suites are laid out in an open plan style with a  free-standing bath, indoor and outdoor showers, a separate toilet and his and hers basin . Wooden floors and organic materials throughout the lodge give the suites a natural feel and mosaics on the floor add some individuality.

Set in a pristine wilderness area  Rhino Post Safari Lodge  has subscribed itself to a policy of eco-friendliness. The lodge is built from organic materials such as reed, thatch, stone and canvas. No concrete was used in the building process and walkways are raised above the ground. A reedbed system is used to filter the bathroom water, waste is recycled and battery power is used for lighting.

Rhino Post Safari Lodge proves that a low environmental impact doesn’t interfere with providing a luxurious retreat for its guests. A  pool, fireplace, wine cellar, magnificent view and shady trees  ensure the satisfaction of all guests.

Other facilities at Rhino Post Safari Lodge include:

• Overhead Fans
• Air conditioning
• 24hr lighting
• Recharge Batteries
• Electricity
• Mosquito Nets
• Safe in room

Rhino Post Safari Lodge  operates in a 12 000 hectare private wilderness concession in the renowned  Kruger National Park . Adjacent to the Mala Mala and Sabi Sand Reserves without fencing in between them Rhino post lies in one of the prime game viewing area of the Kruger. The Kruger National Park is home to more than 40 species of mammals including  the famous Big 5  and 360 bird species have been recorded in the area.

Rhino Post Safari Lodge can be reached in a regular sedan vehicle and is a 500 km and six hour drive from  Johannesburg . The closest domestic Airport is  Kruger Mpumalanga Airport , which is connected to Johannesburg on a daily basis.

Arrival Day

Arrive at the Rhino Post Safari Lodge at mid-day, in time for a light lunch. Freshen up and relax before it’s time to depart on a late-afternoon game drive in the reserve.

Overnight in a luxury suite at Jock Safari lodge .

Days on safari

Wake up early for hot beverages and rusks before departing for a 3-hour sunrise game drive in the Kruger National Park. Return to your lodge for a late breakfast and spend the rest of the day relaxing at the pool or treating yourself to a afternoon sleep. Depart late afternoon after High Tea for a 3-hour sunset game drive in the private reserve.

Departure day

Head out as the sun is rising to enjoy your last game drive in Kruger National Park. Enjoy a hearty breakfast before departing mid-morning to your next destination.

What's Included

• Accommodation at the Rhino Post Safari Lodge
• 3-hour game drives in Kruger National Park
• 3- Meals a day
• Local beverages on the afternoon safari drive

What's Excluded

• Scheduled flights and transfers to the lodge
• All purchases of a personal nature
• Beverages not stated
• Kruger Park   conservation levy (charged per person per night)
• Meals not specified in the itinerary
• Any activity not specified in the itinerary
• Visa fees if required

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Safari Tours

Take a Tour of a Wildlife Safari Zoo in Central Pennsylvania

Guided safari tours in central pennsylvania.

The dry plains of Africa and the woodlands and forests of Australia have never felt closer thanks to the incredible safari tour at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park. Like our other amazing attractions , the safari allows you and your family to see first-hand the various animals native to those lands and learn about their natural habitats. Discover more about our animal safari in Central Pennsylvania and all you can expect to see on your journey.

Guided Safari offered May thru October.

Self Drive-Thru Safari Available Only in April and November

Guests who wish to enjoy our safari tour from the comfort of their vehicles can do so with our self drive-thru option. VEHICLES WITH HARD DOORS AND HARD TOP ROOFS ONLY. Those interested in this experience should first read the Self Drive-Thru Rules to ensure their safety and the wellbeing of our animals. You will be required to sign a vehicle waiver prior to entering the safari fields.   

SELF DRIVE-THRU RULES AND INFORMATION PER USDA:

All vehicles MUST have hard tops and doors. Sunroofs and trunks must be closed-USDA requirement (Mesh doors on jeeps are not permitted).

Strict 5 mph speed limit (USDA requirement for animal safety).

You MUST remain in your vehicle during the entirety of the tour.

Pets are not permitted in vehicles.

No riding in the bed of pickup trucks.

No motorcycles, motor homes, buses, or trailers are permitted.

Touching animals is not encouraged.

Feeding animals is prohibited.

LOUD NOISES --honking horns, music and yelling--are not permitted.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The drive-thru trail is an unpaved dirt trail with loose stones, possible animal dung, and occasional mud puddles.

Some animals may not be visible on every drive-thru.

No refunds will be given for any reason after entering the safari fields.

ZOO EXHIBITS ARE NOT AVAILABLE  during the weekends of the self drive-thru.

Admission for the self drive-thru will be $9/person ages 3 through adult.

The Self Drive-Thru Safari pre-season/post-season option is available on select weekends only in April and November

from 10:00 a.m.  to 3:00 p.m.  

Please note: Only the Safari Tour Fields are open for the Self Drive-Thru option. Zoo exhibits are open during our regular season May 1st through October .

Adventure Awaits at Our Wildlife Safari Zoo

Say Hello to Our Animals

One of the best parts about our safari zoo in Pennsylvania is all the different animals you may see. More than 500 animals roam the safari fields freely at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park. You may meet curious critters that are just as interested in you as you are in them — it is common for animals to approach the tour bus and get close enough for guests to reach out and touch them. Interacting with these animals is sure to be an unforgettable and highly beneficial experience for your party.

Our New Safari Station

Dedicated to providing our guests with the best possible experience, we are happy to introduce our safari station. Built and launched in 2015, the safari station includes the following:

• A comfortable holding area large enough to fit guests as they wait for their turn to hop aboard the cruiser
• A snack shop where you can grab a drink, some food for the ride, and even feed to give the animals while on the tour
• Well-maintained restrooms for your convenience

Things to Keep in Mind for Your Next Safari Tour

To help guests get the most out of their animal safari in Pennsylvania, we encourage all to be mindful of when the tours begin. Rides go out right when the park opens, and guests are welcome to come early to avoid crowds or waiting in long lines. Our tours last around 45 minutes, providing plenty of time to take in the entire tour without tiring out the youngest in your group. The last tour departs our Safari Station one hour before closing.

Please be advised that we do not accept reservations for our tours as they are offered on a first come, first serve basis. However, even if you miss your preferred time, another is coming up shortly!

Plan Your Visit Today to Our Safari in Pennsylvania

Lake Tobias Wildlife Park welcomes guests from Central Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas to enjoy a first-hand experience with animals from six continents. Our safari tour allows visitors to witness a variety of majestic animals and gain insight into their way of life. Contact us today to learn more about our Pennsylvania safari tours and rates , or to view our park hours .

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Plains Camp @ Rhino Walking Safaris is not your ordinary Kruger Park camp. Our exclusive lodge offers two of the most unforgettable and adventuresome activities – walking safaris through the park and the option to sleep-out in tents on wooden decks. Either way, you are guaranteed an experience of a lifetime.

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Your 48-hour tour guide of Moscow this winter!

9 am – Visit the Red Square 

Christmas market on Red Square

The first thing that every tourist should do by default is visit the very heart of Moscow – it’s main and most beautiful (which ‘krasnaya’ actually meant in Old Russian) square! 

There are several ways to explore it:

• Take a selfie with Spasskaya Tower
• Have a warm drink at the Christmas market (which lasts until mid-January)
• Visit Lenin’s Mausoleum
• Shop in the gorgeous adjacent GUM department store
• Visit St. Basil’s Cathedral (and learn that it’s actually several churches under one roof).           

11 am – It’s Kremlin time! 

Inside the Moscow Kremlin

Entering the Kremlin is, actually, a bit of a quest, as it’s a presidential facility with no general access. You need to buy a ticket or, better still, book a guided tour. Inside the Kremlin’s walls, you will find ancient cathedrals, in which Russian tsars used to be crowned and buried, as well as explore the magnificent architecture of the Kremlin that reflects the rich history of the country. And, finally, you could also make a quick visit to the Moscow Kremlin Museums and admire artifacts from various Russian tsarist eras: carriages, thrones, crowns and the most incredible armory and jewelry. 

For more information, visit the official website of the Kremlin . It’s open from 10 am to 5 pm (and it’s closed on Thursdays) in winter.

2 pm – Watch the changing of the Guard

The honor guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

A very spectacular (and free) thing to do is watch how the honor guard does their ceremonial change at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Eternal Flame, situated in Alexander Garden, right next to the Kremlin wall. Every hour, from 8 am to 8 pm, the 1st Company of the Kremlin (Presidential) Regiment performs this rather old and beautiful tradition. But, be warned, it's often overcrowded. 

3 pm – Enjoy a green oasis just in the center

Florarium in Zaryadye

Just a few steps from the Red Square, you will find the fabulous Zaryadye park. Opened in 2017, it is designed by renowned American architect bureau ‘Diller Scofidio + Renfro’. You can walk among the very cozy botanical decorations and explore Russia’s climate zones, as each of them is represented in dedicated areas, complete with flora from those zones.

The floating bridge in Zaryadye Park

The park also has an underground museum, an “ice cave” and a 3D cinema, where you can take part in a virtual adventure – a flight over Moscow! However, the piece de resistance is a floating boomerang bridge over the Moskva River, one of the best places to take a selfie.

You can also grab a quick lunch or relax with a cup of coffee or tea in the park.

7 pm – Arrange a ballet night

The Bolshoi Theater

Of course, the most fancy way to finish your day in Moscow would be to go to the ballet at the Bolshoi Theater (in a perfect world, to see ‘The Nutcracker’!). However, getting tickets to the Bolshoi is not an easy task and should be done well in advance of your visit. 

But, don’t be upset if you don’t manage to get tickets to the Bolshoi. Moscow has dozens of other options to see a ballet (or opera). No less brilliant performances can be seen in the Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Music Theater or in The State Kremlin Palace (by the way, this is another way to get a quick glimpse inside the Kremlin!).

10:30 pm – Have a late dinner in a fancy restaurant

Dr Zhivago restaurant

There are not so many other cities with such a big choice of restaurants in a range of tastes and styles. In 2021, the authoritative Michelin guide announced their pick of the best of Moscow’s restaurants. And here’s our guide to all the places with Russian cuisine for any budget. But, if you happen to be in the area of the Bolshoi or Nemirovich-Danchenko Theater, then ‘Dr. Zhivago’ would definitely be a nice option (and it’s open around the clock).

DAY 2 

9 am – grab a moscow coffee.

Winter festivities mood in Moscow

Moscow is definitely a coffee city! You can find coffee shops on every corner and they all offer a huge range of drinks. Try a ‘raf’ coffee, a sweet, creamy drink that was created in Russia, or dare to pick one of the very unusual offers, like cheese coffee or a Soviet candy style one (check out our coffee guide here ).

10 am – Take a river cruise

Winter boating along the Moskva River

Another exciting way to explore Moscow is to observe it from the water. Boats cruise along the Moskva River all year round. Most begin their route from the Hotel Ukraine, one of Stalin's ‘Seven Sister’ skyscrapers, and will bring you back to the same spot after passing the medieval Novodevichy Convent, Moscow State University and Luzhniki Stadium, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour and giant monument to Peter the Great and many other sightseeings. 

It’s always at optimum temperature inside the boat, which also has huge panoramic windows. Select boats also offer a full dining experience, so it is also a nice place to have breakfast or lunch.

If you are not a water person, then discover other, unusual sides of Moscow – pick one of the activities we’ve prepared for you here ! 

1 pm – Visit ‘Russia’ Expo and taste a bunch of Russian regional cuisines

Russia Expo at VDNKh

Until April 2024, the Soviet-era VDNKh exhibition park is hosting the huge ‘Russia’ expo, with tons of activities and expositions devoted to Russia, its culture, science and nature. Check out our special guide on what to do there!  

An entire ‘House of Russian Cuisine’ has been opened at the expo. You will find 15 food stands with flagship dishes from Kamchatka, Siberia, Karelia and other regions of Russia. Imagine trying a range of cuisines and dishes in one place without even having to travel anywhere, be it Altai pelmeni, Tula kalach or Caucasian pies! A perfect place to grab some lunch.

House of Russian cuisines at VDNKh

The VDNKh exhibition park is a great place to visit, in general! Its pavilions are the perfect example of Stalinit Empire style architecture and you can almost feel as if you’ve traveled back in time! You will also find several interesting museums in the park – devoted to space exploration, Russian history and even a ‘Special Purpose Garage’, which showcases the various vehicles used by the country’s leaders. 

'Sun of Moscow' wheel

And, finally, you can ride Europe's tallest panoramic wheel – ‘Sun of Moscow’ – that will give you panoramic views of the city – from a height of 140 meters!

5 pm – Ice skate with view & mulled wine

Ice skating rink on Red Square (GUM department store on the background)

Ice skating is one of the most popular and affordable activities in Moscow. There are several great ice skating rinks in picturesque locations that are open all winter long. One of the biggest rinks in Europe is also at the aforementioned VDNKh or you can visit the one in Gorky Park, another very popular Moscow spot, or the small, but fancy rink – right on Red Square! 

All the parks offer ice skate rental, so the only things you need are warm clothes, a charged phone to record your memories and a good mood!  Moscow also gets dark at 4:30 pm in winter and hundreds of lights are switched on, turning the city into a giant fairy tale! 

A mulled wine with a view

And, if you are not a sports person, we’ve picked several other unusual activities that you could do in Moscow instead. For example, did you know that there is an entire district of dacha (countryside) houses, just 10 minutes from the center, surrounded by giant new highrises? How about taking a stroll there and feeling the early Soviet atmosphere?

8 pm – Warm up & laugh out loud

After all these outdoor activities, what could be better than a warm cozy bar with a hot drink and nice company? Moscow is a city full of entertainment for all tastes. So, if you know the Russian language or want to practice it, go to a theater or catch a stand-up comedy show. Moscow even has comedy shows in English, where you can hear both Russians speaking fluent English or foreigners (including Brits and Americans) who live in Russia speaking in broken or heavily-accented Russian (Check their show dates on the ‘ Moscow English Comedy ’ Telegram channel)!

11 pm – Finish by partying the night away!

Propaganda club in Moscow

Moscow never sleeps, as you might have heard. Which means there are plenty of bars and nightclubs where you can have a drink (or two or three; be sure to check out how Russians make Black Russian and White Russian cocktails) and chat with incredibly different people. Have fun and don’t miss your flight (or miss it and stay longer in the best city in the world!)!

That's it! See you soon in Moscow

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