Email on res@hippohills.co.za

Call or WhatsApp on 0825693948

Use on of the below platforms to select your booking

Booking.com

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Here is our address on google maps

HB 51 Hippo Bend Ngwenya Lodge 10 Bosch Road Farm Whiskey Komatipoort, Komatipoort, 1340

Yes, the Southern Kruger is a high-risk malaria area. We strongly advise consulting your doctor regarding prophylaxis before arrival and using the mosquito repellents. You can use these resources to give you more information: 

https://www.health.gov.za/outbreaks-malaria/

https://www.gov.za/faq/health/where-does-malaria-occur-south-africa-and-how-can-i-prevent-infection

You have three options:

1. Self-Drive: Enter via Crocodile Bridge Gate (9km away).

2. Guided Drives: Can be booked directly at the Kruger Gate.

3. Resort Safaris: Guided open-vehicle drives can be arranged through the Ngwenya Lodge game center.

As part of the Ngwenya precinct, you have full access to:

• 6 Swimming pools and a putt-putt course.

• Tennis courts and a games room (table tennis, pool, Xbox).

• The Le Fera Restaurant & Bar (for the days you don’t wish to cook).

• The Mbali Day Spa for luxury treatments.

• A convenience store (Kiosk) for essentials like ice, charcoal, and snacks.

• Documents: ID/Passports (essential for Kruger Gate and resort check-in).

• Gear: Binoculars, camera, and bird/animal guidebooks.

• Clothing: Neutral-colored clothing, a warm jacket for evening drives, and sturdy walking shoes.

• Supplies: Charcoal/wood for the braai, and your favorite specialized food and drink items. The lodge is self catering so you will need to bring all the food and drinks you need. Alternatively there are stores very close that you can make use of. 

• Protection: Mosquito repellent and sun cream. 

There are multiple place in the area where you can buy food for your stay our top recommendations are: 

Komatipoort Spar

Butcheries:
Corridor Butcher

• (013) 793-8077

Lebombo Slaghuis

• +27725850485

Drinks:

TOPS at Spar

• 013 793 8329
• Address: Bok St, Komatipoort, 1340

The Komatipoort Spar carries a range of medical supplies but if you are looking for more then you can try: 

The Local Choice Pharmacy

• 013 793 7235

If you require further medical support you can contact the local Komatipoort GP: 
Drs Stronkhorst Goosen
013 793 7306

Should you require more help contact the main Ngwenya lodge or visit the nearest clinic in Mpumalanga

• Documents: ID/Passports (essential for Kruger Gate and resort check-in).

• Gear: Binoculars, camera, and bird/animal guidebooks.

• Clothing: Neutral-colored clothing, a warm jacket for evening drives, and sturdy walking shoes.

• Supplies: Charcoal/wood for the braai, and your favorite specialized food and drink items. The lodge is self catering so you will need to bring all the food and drinks you need. Alternatively there are stores very close that you can make use of. 

• Protection: Mosquito repellent and sun cream. 

Check out this trip advisor article about the best restaurants around Hippo Hills: 

https://www.tripadvisor.co.za/Restaurants-g1026497-Komatipoort_Mpumalanga.html

Our Favourites: 

Tambarina Restaurant

•  013 793 7057

Komatipoort Golf Club Restaurant

• 071 356 0721

Stoep Cafe Guesthouse & Restaurant

• 083 457 3909

La Fera Restaurant @ Ngwenya

• 013 793 9300

A little further out but worth the trip

Hamiltons Restaurant

• 013 790 3421

There are a selection of day trips that you can do while you are staying at Hippo Hills

Mozambique Day Trip

Eswathini(Swaziland)

Panorama Driving Route

There are some amazing golf course located near Hippo Hills(be sure to book in advance so you are not disappointed) 

Leopards Creek Country Club

• 013 791 2000

Kambaku Golf Club

• 082 888 0188

Malelane Golf Club

• 013 790 0283

Check out the Link for 

Qauad Biking

Go Carting 

Morning and Sunset Cruises

Horse Riding 

& More

https://www.marlothparkadventures.com/

Ngwenya Lodge offers popular, strictly catch-and-release fishing in its on-site dams, featuring tigerfish, bass, and kurper (tilapia). Located along the Crocodile River, the lodge provides a scenic, family-friendly fishing experience, with tigerfish often caught using chicken heart and steel traces in the larger dams.

https://graceofafrica.com/activities/morning-afternoon-half-day-tiger-fishing-or-full-day-tiger-fishing-safari/

https://panafricansafari.com/tiger-fishing-sunset-cruises/

If you still think you need more to do check out some of these handy activities guide website below: 

https://www.activityhub.co.za/search-results?area=komatipoort&date=%2005%20Mar%202026&type=day-tours-8

https://www.getyourguide.com/barberton-l208036/marloth-park-quad-biking-adventure-1-hour-off-road-t976943/

https://www.komatipoort-info.co.za/town/businesses/1/activities