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Toro Yaka Bush Lodge

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About Toro Yaka Bush Lodge

Unique owner-run safari lodge in the exclusive Balule Nature Reserve

Toro Yaka Bush Lodge is an intimate and personal safari lodge nestled in the heart of the Balule Nature Reserve, a 38 000 hectare conservancy, which forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park. ToroYaka means “My Dream” and the creation of the lodge has fulfilled the dreams of the owners by establishing a haven of peace and tranquility from where they can share their passion for nature. It provides an authentic African safari experience with a touch of elegance and modern luxury as well as good home cooked food, friendly service, warm South African hospitality and loads of enthusiasm.

From $390 per person/per night
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4 Rooms
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The property

The main lodge has been designed to maximize interaction with nature. The pool deck, dining room and entertainment areas all overlook a waterhole. The communal area includes indoor and outdoor dining and lounge areas. The Boma offers an African dining experience around an open fire under the starlit sky. The gardens have indigenous trees and flowers which attract an abundance of bird species and the9 metre swimming pool provides refreshing relief from the summer heat.

The rooms

The six air-conditioned, private en-suite double rooms ensure tranquility and comfort at all times. They have an elegant modern feel with colonial overtones. The insect screens ensure closeness with nature, whilst keeping the insects out. All the rooms are air-conditioned, and have ceiling fans, mosquito nets and private decks. The bathrooms have both inside and outside showers, double basins and separate toilets. Game viewing from your room or wooden deck in front of your room is an added bonus.

Activities

Activities at Toro Yaka include morning bush walks, game drives as well as bird-watching. All wildlife activities are led by Steve, the owner, who is a professional and qualified guide with 14 years of experience. Bird watching is rewarding, with over 350 species recorded in and around the area. Bush picnics and bush dinners can be arranged on request. A variety of massage treatments are also available. Balule Game Reserve is less than an hour's drive from Kruger National Park.

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