JOCK SAFARI LODGE HISTORY Built by the descendents of Percy FitzPatrick, politician, hunter & author, Jock Safari Lodge is named after Jock, his beloved dog and companion. They shared many adventures during the pioneering days, when he worked as a prospectors hand and a transport-rider from Lourenco Marques to Lyndenburg & Barberton. Hearing him recount many of these stories to his children, Rudyard Kipling persuaded FitzPatrick to write them down in book form, hence the famous book 'Jock of the Bushveld', which was reprinted 4 times in its first year of publication alone (1907).
JOCK SAFARI LODGE Jock Safari Lodge is situated in the southern area of the Kruger National Park at the confluence of the Mitomeni and Biyamiti rivers, half way between Skukuza and Kruger International Airports. Created to combine the elegance & romance of a past colonial era, Jock Safari Lodge in the southern Kruger National Park reflects the Zulu & Shangaan cultures in its stylish architecture & decor. With only 12 luxury suites, the lodge is small and intimate, overlooking a river in the heart of Big 5 country. Game viewing can be enjoyed from the lodge, whether relaxing around the rock pool or from the privacy of your own room, and sightings are very frequent. The camp is fenced to provide security from predators.
JOCK SAFARI LODGE SUITES There are a total of 12 suites, accommodating 24 adults in total. Two of these suites have an inter-leading door, making up a family unit. All of the suites are air-conditioned, which is almost a necessity during the hot summer days. There is currently a beautiful communal swimming pool with expansive views for the use of all guests, however, in the near future, each suite will have its own plunge pool for a private swimming experience. The en-suite bathrooms are luxurious and romantic. Private outside showers complete the suites.
JOCK SAFARI LODGE GUEST AREAS A dining boma, an elegant silver service dining room, gracious lounges and a beautiful swimming pool all offer comfortable and accommodating areas for guests to relax and be sociable. Should you prefer absolute privacy, you are able to have in-suite dining at an additional charge. You will also be able to keep in touch with telephones and internet access. DSTV is available only on request.
JOCK SAFARI LODGE CUISINE Jock Safari Lodge provides a creative and inspiring menu. The head chef and her passionate team conjure up dishes to delight and satisfy all tastes with an abundance of flavours. There are many African influences which are woven into these legendary gourmet menus. Meals can be a starlit affair in the outside African Boma, or in a beautiful dining room. Private occasions can be catered for in the privacy of your suite.
GETTING TO JOCK SAFARI LODGE You can catch daily flights from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park. It is approximately 35km to both Skukuza & Kruger International airports with only 3km of dirt road. From here two track roads take you into 6000 hectares of exclusive traversing in the first private concession set in over two million hectares or 20 000 Square Kilometers of the Kruger National Park. From Johannesburg, take the N12 to Witbank. This becomes the N4. Follow the N4 through Nelspruit and Malelane until you see the Malelane Gate Kruger Park sign, where you turn left. Follow the Malelane Gate / Skukuza road. The camp is signposted off this road.
Rates
Included
Excluded
Flights
Jock Safari Lodge Rates per night
Room Name
Room Type
Package
Bathroom
Valid
P/P Sharing
P/P Single
Suite
Luxury Twin
D/L/B/B/GD
En-Suite
01/01/08
R 3850.00
R 5775.00
12 ROOMS - Catering for 24 people sharing OR 12 single persons
Regret no children under 12 years permitted.
Rates Include
Luxury Accommodation
Three meals daily
Teas & Coffees
Daily game drives in open landrovers
Walks with professional rangers
Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits / beers
14% VAT
Tourism Levy
Rates Exclude
Laundry
Telephone calls
Curio shop purchases
Transfers to and from Lodge / Airport / Gate
Bar account (imported beverages)
Kruger Park gate entry fee
Other personal expenses
Flights to and from Jock Safari Lodge
09h30
Both Ways
11h30
Both Ways
13h30
Both Ways
Private use of landrover charged at R1500.00 per day, depending on availability
Built by the descendents of Percy FitzPatrick, politician, hunter & author, Jock Safari Lodge is named after Jock, his beloved dog and companion. They shared many adventures during the pioneering days, when he worked as a prospectors hand and a transport-rider from Lourenco Marques to Lyndenburg & Barberton. Hearing him recount many of these stories to his children, Rudyard Kipling persuaded FitzPatrick to write them down in book form, hence the famous book 'Jock of the Bushveld', which was reprinted 4 times in its first year of publication alone (1907).
There are a total of 12 suites, accommodating 24 adults in total. Two of these suites have an inter-leading door, making up a family unit. All of the suites are air-conditioned, which is almost a necessity during the hot summer days. There is currently a beautiful communal swimming pool with expansive views for the use of all guests, however, in the near future, each suite will have its own plunge pool for a private swimming experience. The en-suite bathrooms are luxurious and romantic. Private outside showers complete the suites.
