Directions to andBeyond Ngala Safari Lodge

from: OR Tambo International Airport [JNB]

  • Take the N12/N4 through Witbank, then later left onto the R540 to Belfast (opposite the Engen Fuel Station).
  • In Belfast, turn right towards Dullstroom and Mashishing (Lydenburg).
  • In Mashishing (Lydenburg) look out for the information boards directing you to the R36 to Ohrigstad. Follow the signs to R36 Ohrigstad, Hoed
  • It is marked 47 km to Ohrigstad as you leave Mashishing. Stay on the R36.
  • Pass through Ohrigstad, later over the beautiful Abel Erasmus Pass and through the JG Strydom tunnel, following the signs to Hoedspruit.
  • Once in Hoedspruit, drive straight through town, over the railway line bridge. Turn right at the stop street onto the R40 to Klaserie.
  • After approximately 7km turn left at the Timbavati / East Gate signs. Sign in at the security boom and continue straight for about 17 km.
  • You will cross the Klaserie River and check in at the Timbavati Control Gate.
  • At the Timbavati gate, sign the visitors book and pay a road levy per vehicle (plus for a trailer).
  • Please Note: an additional conservation fee (per person) is now payable at the gate.
  • Follow the road for about 13 km until you reach a big right turn.
  • There is a stone marker indicating that Ngala Safari Lodge is 14.5 km to the right.
  • The road is gravel from here. After about 6km turn left and continue straight for about 7 km.
  • There are 2 sandy rivers to cross. Quicker is better than slower!
  • At the top of the hill, follow the Ngala sign on the right for another 2 km to the Lodge.
  • Please be aware, as you approach the Lodge that you are in a wilderness area where predators and high-profile game roam freely.
  • Do not leave your car for any reason.
  • It is suggested that you call Ngala as you pass through the Timbavati Control Gate.
  • In this way we can prepare for your arrival and also respond in the unlikely event that you have vehicle trouble.
  • Should you require assistance, kindly call the Lodge on + 27157931331/1453.

from: Nelspruit

  • Take the R40 towards White River.
  • Pass through White River and continue through Hazyview, past Acornhoek towards Klaserie (all on the R40).
  • Pass the turn marked Orpen and then just before the concrete over-head railway bridge at Klaserie, turn right towards Hoedspruit.
  • Please note that this is still the R40.
  • 7km before Hoedspruit, turn right towards Eastgate Airport / Timbavati Private Nature Reserve.
  • Sign in at the security boom and continue straight for about 17 km.
  • You will cross the Klaserie River and check in at the Timbavati Control Gate.
  • At the Timbavati gate, sign the visitors book and pay a road levy per vehicle (plus for a trailer).
  • Please Note: an additional conservation fee (per person) is now payable at the gate.
  • Follow the road for about 13 km until you reach a big right turn.
  • There is a stone marker indicating that Ngala Safari Lodge is 14.5 km to the right.
  • The road is gravel from here. After about 6 km turn left and continue straight for about 7 km.
  • There are 2 sandy rivers to cross. Quicker is better than slower!
  • At the top of the hill, follow the Ngala sign on the right for another 2 km to the Lodge.
  • Lodge.Turn right at the Ngala sign 2km after the gate.
  • After 6km, turn left and continue for 7km. At the Ngala sign turn right for another 2km to the Lodge.
  • If you wish to use a GPS navigator, please enter NGALA SAFARI LODGE and not just NGALA as this will likely send you to the incorrect gate.
  • Please be aware, as you approach the Lodge that you are in a wilderness area where predators and high-profile game roam freely
  • It is suggested that you call Ngala as you pass through the Timbavati Control Gate.
  • In this way we can prepare for your arrival and also respond in the unlikely event that you have vehicle trouble.
  • Should you require assistance, kindly call the Lodge on + 27157931331/1453.