Off the N2 ; Herbertsdale Cooper Turnoff, 6500 Boggomsbaai, South Africa
#1 of 5 hotels in Boggomsbaai
Guests' ChoiceBased on 52 hotel reviews
9.8Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.6
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Reviewed: 21 May 2024
David
South AfricaBeautiful landscape and comfortable living situation with everything you’d need for a quiet getaway to the bush. Great kitchen, awesome fire place and awesome remote location to get away from civilization.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Peter
GermanyNothing to complain about. It is, of course not a huge game reserve and some animals are still missing, but the experience is great nevertheless
Great family-run private game reserve. Arena, Gerhard and Hanro make you really feel welcome. The chalets offer all you need and the extra kitchen house makes it very practical. Also firewood and charcoal are already there. All you need is the food and drinks (water is also there). Elephant walk and game drive are special, Happy to come back when the lions are there.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Marguerite
CanadaThe host was very friendly and worked around our uncertain arrival time. The game drive we did with Hanro was lovely and it was inspiring to see the family's dedication to the veldt and game. We booked for an overnight stay and with only two lodges on the site we had the whole place to ourselves. The facilities in the lodges and the separate kitchen were excellent. One has to self-cater and we did a braai. The highlight was spending the evening sitting in front of the fire, under the stars, all quiet and feeling part of nature - a truly unique and magical experience.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Ina
GermanyThis location is beyond words, aboslutely amazing and we are so happy we decided to spend a night there. This is definitely one of the things of our trip we won't ever forget!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Mark
AustraliaAll good.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Jennifer
United KingdomNothing. All very good.
The landscape was spectacular, the animals had space to roam and forage. Our hut was very comfortable and private. The kitchen facilities were good, as was the wifi connection. We loved sitting in the Brai area watching the Impalas tip toe to the water hole. Elephant and Safari drive were excellent.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Shannon
United KingdomN/A
The views are impeccable. Feels very in touch with nature here. Lovely accommodation, very good size. Saw the giraffes have a drink in the waterhole in the morning. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Big thank you to everyone at Indalu. Was the highlight of our trip to South Africa. I will definitely come back and stay.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Wolfgang
GermanyReally nothing!!!!!!!!!!
If you want to meet African nature, you must choose Indalu. I have never seen a better lodge. You have your own little cottage and a 100% equipped kitchen with a superb braai area.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Lisa
United KingdomNothing
Absolutely everything. It was one of the best experiences of our lives.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Tracey
United KingdomThere was nothing we didn't like
We did the elephant walk and interaction and the the game drive, both of which were fabulous. We then stayed the night and had an awesome experience. There are only 2 lodges, 1 of which was unoccupied so we were the only guests using the facilities and outside areas. Firewood is available so it was wonderful to sit by the fire, look at the stars, fully enjoy the experience and immerse ourselves in the surroundings, with just the sounds of animals and birds. The room is very comfortable and the large kitchen (in a separate building) is fully equipped. We woke in the morning to find 2 giraffes right next to our lodge, which was simply magical. Also, the hosts were very welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable. I'm so glad that we decided to stay here.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Annette
GermanyRight place for a personal and comfortable personal nature experience! The hosts are very careful!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Edward
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 September 2023
Karin
GermanyEverything was just perfect!
This place is absolutely outstanding! The chalets were just for our use, nobody else down there for 24 hours. Hosts very friendly, open and helpful.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 August 2023
Catherine
CanadaThe kitchen and bedrooms had everything we needed. Outdoor hang out by the fire pit in the evening was so special
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 11 July 2023
Gidza
South AfricaThe solar showers have intermittent hot water and it was not comfortable as it switched to very cold in the middle of a shower
The hosts where very friendly. The elephant walks were good.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 8 July 2023
Sophie
AustraliaLiked it all
The location was beautiful and tranquil. Friendly, helpful & very thoughtful staff The animals
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 16 June 2023
Mary
Canadana
Awesome place. amazing hosts . very neat . i like fireplace from marble. eco friendly. at the end of our stay we had great experience with élefants, feeding and walking
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 22 April 2023
Bryan
South AfricaWe enjoyed everything about Indalu and can not wait to return one day. The accommodation was very comfortable and situated in a beautiful area.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 10 April 2023
Thomas
GermanyA magic place - a real bush experience, very private and quiet. We had rented both cottages and enjoyed a peaceful place with fantastic views. Cottages are very nice and clean. The hosts are also very pleasant. Overall, highly recommended.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 8 February 2023
Bart
NetherlandsNothing!!!
It was a once in a lifetime experience. Walking with elephants: magical. As well as feeding them. And then the gamedrive: Hanro, you are the best!!!
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 29 January 2023
Isabella
United KingdomIndalu is a unique, tranquil place to visit. The proximity to the animals is amazing and the hosts were fantastic
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 10 January 2023
Kerry
United KingdomThe bats in the 2nd cottage! As we were overseas visitors, we couldn’t use our data and there was no Wi-Fi which is fine for adults but not teenagers. Although we stayed over new Year’s and would have liked to WhatsApp our friends and family.Maybe provide a jacuzzi as it got very hot there and the river has dried up.
the property was secluded and well kitted out, the beds were comfortable and the bathrooms were clean and we appreciated the soaps and other toiletries provided. Solar lights were provided for the outside during the evenings when we used the fire pit and bbq. An extra bonus was waking up to large game animals in the morning and we got to feed sweet birds in the morning. The safari drives were incredible, we saw giraffes, elephants, and other large animals roaming around free and happy in their environment. We did the elephant walk with 2 very educational guides, that was an experience we will never forget, walking next to them, stroking them, feeding them and after having photos taken with them. Overall, a must visit. We highly recommend visiting this little slice of heaven!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2022
Christoph
GermanyAll good, but you have to be aware that the accomondation is in the outback and you will be for yourself most of the time. So bring enough wine& food ;)
We had a lovely stay at Indalu with a great nature + animal experience. The 2 guest houses are quite deep in the park so its very offside and best to enjoy nature and observe animals without any distractions. Big thanks also to the hosts & staff who were very guestfriendly and made our stay very pleasant. This is your pick, when you like beeing for yourself and in a not overcrowded reserve.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 16 October 2022
Sylvia
IrelandSuch a unique place to stay. you are surrounded by beauty of wild nature. Accomodation is really done with passion and care for all needed details. Beautiful place to stay, highly recommended.
Stayed in October 2022
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