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Imbube Safari Lodge

Lodge 4 stars in Marloth Park

3950 Erdvark Street, Marloth Park, 1321 Marloth Park, South Africa See on the map

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The brick and thatch building of Imbube Safari Lodge at dusk, with a lit fire pit surrounded by armchairs, near the pool
A room under thatched roof timbers, with a white double bed, potted palms and a black-and-white photo on the wall
A room under the thatch, with a double bed, a dark wardrobe and sheer curtains at the window
A leather Chesterfield sofa and a zebra-print ottoman under a crystal chandelier, in front of three large mirrors and a brick wall
The lounge under high roof timbers, with a chandelier, a leather sofa, a zebra-print ottoman and a wooden mezzanine
A black bust resting on three books, framed by a trailing plant, on a wooden cabinet near a palm
A room under the thatch, with a brick wall, an air conditioner and a lamp with a gold base
A bathroom with a black and white checkerboard floor, a round mirror and a white bull's head on the wall
A red sun on the bush horizon, seen from an open safari vehicle
Two giraffes in the green savanna, near a puddle, under a gray sky
The breakfast buffet at Imbube Safari Lodge, with country loaves, muffins, jams and cereal dispensers
A lounge with dark wood seats, mustard yellow cushions and a coffee table on a zebra-print rug
8.5Booking.com475 reviews

About Imbube Safari Lodge

Imbube Safari Lodge is a lodge in Marloth Park, a village on the Crocodile River, across from the southern part of Kruger National Park. It has an outdoor pool, a bar, a boma and a garden. Two balconies overlook the pool and the bush. Wi-Fi is free throughout the lodge, and so is the private parking.

Location

The lodge is in Marloth Park. The village runs along the Crocodile River, across from the southern part of Kruger National Park. As the crow flies, Crocodile Bridge Gate is 9.5 km away, and Malelane Gate 32 km.

The nearest airport is Skukuza, 49 km away as the crow flies, near the camp of the same name. Paul Kruger Gate is 52 km away. The lodge offers a paid airport shuttle: specify your airport when you book.

Rooms

Rooms are air-conditioned and non-smoking. Each has a private bathroom with a view of the bush, a bathtub and a walk-in shower. You also get a wardrobe, a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Housekeeping is daily. The lodge has neither extra beds nor cribs, and over the age of 6, a child pays the adult rate.

Dining

The lodge serves breakfast. Its bar offers drinks and snacks.

In the evening, enjoy a barbecue in the boma, the traditional South African enclosure. The lodge also has a picnic area and an outdoor fireplace.

Leisure

The outdoor pool is open all year, with a view, and towels are provided. The lodge also has a sun terrace, a fitness room and a shared lounge with a TV and board games.

Map and location

  • Crocodile Bridge Gate9.5 km
  • Malelane Gate32 km
  • Skukuza Rest Camp45 km
  • Skukuza Airport49 km
  • Paul Kruger Gate (Kruger Gate)52 km
  • Numbi Gate64 km
  • Phabeni Gate67 km

Straight-line distances from the property.

Facilities

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

Parks and reserves nearby

In Marloth Park, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and kudus roam freely between the houses. The lodge offers guided bush walks and sunset walks along the river, at extra cost. It also runs game drives.

Kruger begins on the other side of the Crocodile River, and Crocodile Bridge Gate is 9.5 km away as the crow flies. The south of the park is where lions, leopards and rhinos are seen most often. With your own car, you drive the park roads during gate opening hours.

Guest reviews

8.5out of 10
475 reviews
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.8
  • Facilities8.6
  • Location8.8
  • Staff9.3
  • Value for money8.8
  • Free Wi-Fi8.9

Scores left by guests on Booking.com, collected on October 27, 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is Imbube Safari Lodge inside Kruger National Park?

No. It is in Marloth Park, a village across from southern Kruger, on the other side of the Crocodile River. Crocodile Bridge Gate is 9.5 km away as the crow flies.

Can you go on safari from Imbube Safari Lodge?

Yes. The lodge runs game drives and guided bush walks, at extra cost. You can also drive into Kruger with your own car, through Crocodile Bridge Gate.

Can you see wildlife in Marloth Park?

Yes. Giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and kudus roam freely between the houses of the village. You see the Big Five in Kruger, across the river.

What is the nearest airport to Imbube Safari Lodge?

Skukuza airport, inside Kruger National Park, 49 km away as the crow flies. The lodge offers a paid airport shuttle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Imbube Safari Lodge?

Check-in is from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., and check-out from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. The lodge asks for your arrival time in advance.

Does Imbube Safari Lodge welcome children?

Yes, all children are welcome. Over the age of 6, they pay the adult rate, and the lodge has neither extra beds nor cribs.

Is parking free at Imbube Safari Lodge?

Yes, the lodge's private parking is free, with no reservation needed, and accessible to guests with reduced mobility.

Can you pay cash at Imbube Safari Lodge?

Yes, the lodge accepts cash. At check-in, it still asks for a credit card and a photo ID.

Our tip

Arrive before 8 p.m. and let the lodge know your arrival time. Book the sunset walk along the river for your first evening. The next day, go through Crocodile Bridge Gate as soon as it opens.

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