About Royal Ingwe River Lodge
Nestled along the unfenced western boundary of the Kruger National Park, the Royal Ingwe River Lodge offers a secluded sanctuary in the Olifants West Nature Reserve.
This five-star lodge is a testament to sustainable luxury, blending eco-luxe décor with the natural environment.
Each suite at the lodge is a unique haven of tranquillity, featuring hand-crafted furniture and one-of-a-kind South African artworks. Guests can indulge in the comfort of super king-sized beds, revel in spectacular river views, and enjoy the convenience of both indoor and outdoor showers.
The expansive wooden decks and outside daybeds invite relaxation amidst the sounds of the African bush, while the indoor fireplaces in select suites add a cosy touch to the evenings.
You can be on safari within 45 minutes of arriving at Hoedspruit Airport, when you stay at Royal Ingwe River Lodge. Take the time to reacquaint yourself with the restorative properties of nature on the sandbanks of the Olifants River, surrounded by the African bushveld.
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Accommodation Options
Maathai Suite
In 2004, Wangarĩ Maathai was the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize. The social, environmental and political activist founded the non-profit Green Belt Movement, which promoted reforestation, environmental conservation and women’s rights across Kenya.
Super King Twin Spectacular River view
Living space (60.5m2) Wooden deck (75 m²)
Indoor and outdoor shower Outside daybed
Lotter Suite
South Africa wildlife conservationist, Wayne Lotter was co-founder of the PAMS Foundation, a non-profit conservation organisation in Tanzania. He gave his life to protect Africa’s wildlife from being exploited by poaching and illegal trafficking.
Super King/Twin bed Spectacular River view
Living space (61 m²) Wooden deck (79 m²)
Indoor and outdoor shower Outside daybed
George Adamson Suite
Known as Baba ya Simba, meaning ‘Father of Lions’, George Alexander Graham Adamson was renowned for raising and releasing orphaned lioness Elsa, alongside his wife at the time, Joy Adamson.
Super King/Twin bed* Spectacular riverside view
Living space (79 m²) Outside daybed
Inside fireplace Wrap-around wooden deck (73m²)
Joy Adamson Suite
Naturalist Joy Adamson was a prominent figure in the fight for the ethical treatment of animals and their natural habitat. Her work inspired the establishment of wildlife reserves across Kenya. Alongside her husband, she successfully released orphaned lion Elsa back into the wild, which saw her pen Born Free.
Super King/Twin bed* Inside fireplace
Living space (66 m²) Wooden deck (40 m²)
Indoor and outdoor shower Spectacular riverside view
Sheldrick Suite
Dame Daphne Marjorie Sheldrick was a Kenyan-British conservationist who dedicated her life to protecting and rehabilitating orphaned elephants. By founding the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, which continues to operate to this day, she ensured the species long-term survival and reintegration into social groups.
Super King/Twin bed Inside fireplace
Living space (64 m²) Terrace/Patio (22 m²)
Indoor and outdoor shower Spectacular riverside view
Ian PLayer Suite
Perhaps best known for preventing the white rhino from going extinct through Operation Rhino, Dr Ian Cedric Audley Player was a South African conservationist who was instrumental in establishing protected areas across South Africa.
Super King/Twin bed Spectacular riverside view
Living space (67 m²) Terrace/Patio (21 m²)
Inside fireplace
Ntombela Suite
For close to 80 years, Magqubu Ntombela served as a game ranger and wilderness guide across KwaZulu-Natal. His innate understanding of the landscape and nature saw become mentor to and shape the conservation work of Dr Ian Player.
Super King/Twin bed Spectacular riverside view
Living space (67 m²) Terrace/Patio (21 m²)
Inside fireplace
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