River House Guest Lodge

River House Guest Lodge Discover River House Lodge with 12 serene en-suite rooms overlooking the Kruger National Park. Here your awaits…
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With wild life on your doorstep, a viewing deck like no other and charming character around every corner. Located in Malelane overlooking the Crocodile River, River House Lodge is a tranquil getaway bordering the Kruger National Park 🦁. Enjoy safari adventures, wildlife views, and serene en-suite rooms—perfect for a relaxing escape or unforgettable safari experience.

Self-drive or game viewer? Why not both? 🐘There’s something special about exploring Kruger with someone who knows the pa...
07/09/2026

Self-drive or game viewer? Why not both? 🐘

There’s something special about exploring Kruger with someone who knows the park like the back of their hand.

5 reasons to consider a game viewer:

🦁 Expert knowledge, right beside you
Know the park, its wildlife and its hidden gems.

👀 Learn to read the bush
Tracks, sounds, signs and animal behaviour.

🌿 Discover more than just wildlife
Plants, ecosystems and the little things you might otherwise miss.

📚 Leave knowing something new
Every drive is an opportunity to learn something fascinating.

✨ Relax and enjoy the experience
Leave the navigating to us and focus on the magic around you.

And the best part? You don’t have to choose. Self-drive gives you freedom. A game viewer gives you a whole new perspective.

Our game viewer is open to the public for bookings — you don’t need to be staying at River House Lodge to join us.

Ready to see Kruger differently? Get in touch to book your game drive.

We love hearing what our guests think. A few recent reviews from Google and TripAdvisor that made us smile.
03/09/2026

We love hearing what our guests think.

A few recent reviews from Google and TripAdvisor that made us smile.

The Pied Kingfisher is one of the birds you can often spot along the Crocodile River at River House.With its distinctive...
01/09/2026

The Pied Kingfisher is one of the birds you can often spot along the Crocodile River at River House.
With its distinctive black-and-white plumage and long, sharp bill, it’s perfectly adapted to life around the water. Look up and you may catch one hovering almost motionless above the river, watching for fish before suddenly plunging into the water to make its catch.
They’re fascinating birds to watch, and with the Crocodile River just beyond the lodge, you don’t always have to go far to enjoy a little birding.

Did you know? 🌿Mid-September is SA National Parks Week, which means free entry to participating national parks, includin...
30/08/2026

Did you know? 🌿

Mid-September is SA National Parks Week, which means free entry to participating national parks, including the iconic Kruger National Park.

And because we love a good reason to escape to the bush, we’re making the week even more special at River House Lodge. ✨

Scroll through to the last slide to see how we plan on making the most this opportunity. 🐘🌿

There’s something about that first cup of coffee before heading out chasing the sunrise in the Kruger…At River House, gu...
27/08/2026

There’s something about that first cup of coffee before heading out chasing the sunrise in the Kruger…

At River House, guests can enjoy a freshly brewed coffee before setting off for a day of wildlife, beautiful landscapes and adventure. Or simply take a little longer to enjoy the morning beside the Crocodile River. In the rooms we have a special African blend filter coffee and in our library you can get Nespresso options specially chosed to elevate your experience.

Sometimes, the best way to start exploring is with a good cup of coffee. ☕

25/08/2026

We are excited to host Silvertree Education at the lodge this week. Love this reel showing a different point of view. Enjoy your stay!

There’s a special view from the pool at River House as the sun begins to set.Looking out across the landscape towards Kr...
25/08/2026

There’s a special view from the pool at River House as the sun begins to set.

Looking out across the landscape towards Kruger National Park, the last light settles over the bush and mountains, while the pool becomes the perfect place to cool off and take it all in.

After a day exploring Kruger and the Lowveld, this is a pretty good place to end the day.

Our Garden View Rooms offer a comfortable spacious place to unwind after a day spent exploring the Lowveld and Kruger.Wi...
20/08/2026

Our Garden View Rooms offer a comfortable spacious place to unwind after a day spent exploring the Lowveld and Kruger.

With warm, earthy tones, thoughtful touches and a peaceful garden setting, it’s easy to slow down and let the pace of the bush take over, with a spacious patio.

And just beyond the garden, the Crocodile River flows bringing the sights and sounds of the Kruger right to your doorstep.

Among the many stories woven into the lodge is this original World War II stretcher.It’s weathered canvas and frame is a...
17/08/2026

Among the many stories woven into the lodge is this original World War II stretcher.

It’s weathered canvas and frame is a reminder of just how much history can live within old objects and within a place like River House.

Alongside the old tools, reclaimed pieces and other details throughout the lodge, it forms part of the character that has been here for years and continues to tell the story of River House.

Meet Khosi. She wears more than one hat at River House Lodge. As part of our housekeeping team and an assistant chef, sh...
14/08/2026

Meet Khosi. She wears more than one hat at River House Lodge. As part of our housekeeping team and an assistant chef, she helps look after the little details that make a stay feel special.

From preparing rooms for our guests to helping in the kitchen, her work is an important part of the everyday rhythm of the lodge.

We’re grateful for the care, hard work and warmth Khosi brings to the River House team.

Address

27 Visarend Street
Malelane
1320

Opening Hours

Monday 07:00 - 22:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 22:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 22:00
Thursday 07:00 - 22:00
Friday 07:00 - 22:00
Saturday 07:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00

Telephone

+27137901333

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