Jock Safari Lodge is located in Kruger National Park South Africa. Offering a unique stay and old world safari experience in the southern area of Kruger. Untamed, Untouched, Unforgettable! That is Jock Safari Lodge, a charming luxury safari lodge tucked away in the beautiful location of the Kruger National Park. It is rated as a top Kruger lodge with premium accommodation, game drives and thrilling activities. Book this historic bush lodge with the Voyage2Africa and get all that you would expect from a world-famous national park.
Rustic-chic chalets are tucked away at the meeting point of the Mitomeni and Biyamiti rivers, in this iconic camp located in the southwestern corner of Kruger National Park. Known as Jock, this camp is easily accessible, situated halfway between Kruger’s Skukuza and Malelane gates—about 35 km from each, with just a 3 km stretch of dirt road. Here, you’ll have access to an exclusive 6,000 hectares of untouched wilderness in a region famed for remarkable Big Five sightings.
Jock’s Safari Lodge is committed to conservation efforts in the Kruger Park and is the first private concession ever given permission to operate within the National Park. Guests can discover the enchanting story about the dog, Jock of the Bushveld and the explorer and gold prospector Sir Percy FitzPatrick.
Jock Safari Lodge, renowned as Kruger’s top environmental concession, invites guests to support eco-tourism and sustainability. Enjoy bush walks to discover local biodiversity and endangered species. Kids can join the “Kids on Safari” program to learn about wildlife conservation. Between game drives, unwind with golf at Leopard Creek or a spa treatment at Pilgrims Rest Retreat.
Jock of the bushveld Lodge has for many years worked to upskill and uplift community members to sustain their own livelihoods. A great partnership has been formed with the well-known Wilderness Foundation Africa to teach kids conservation education and then take them on to get green jobs. Your place as a tourist contributes to this programme and your enjoyment in the reserve is another plus for the staff who host you.
Regal safari accommodation at Jock Safari Lodge has two components: Main Jock Safari Lodge is carefully screened by lush trees and reed walls, offering 12 individual thatched rooms, radiating a sense of aloneness and oneness with the landscape. Each suite is treated to its own deck and plunge pool, outside day bed, Wi-Fi and aircon, plus captivating views over the river and beyond to the peach horizon. It’s a place to rediscover the real you!
Fitzpatrick’s At Jock is a large designer villa for that ultimate private experience in the wilderness with everything that opens and shuts. Families and groups of friends can book this remote and lavish villa for 6 adults when they take a customised all-inclusive package for a safari second to none in South Africa. Sink into a space so relaxing you will never want to leave – 3 ensuite bedrooms, a TV, mini bar, swimming pool and deck, private chef and game ranger with exclusive game dries into the 6 000-ha private concession. See the Big 5 and learn more about the bigger conservation picture.
Other activities include game walks, bird watching, stargazing, visits to rock art sites, a round of golf, and spa treatments at the Pilgrims Rest Relaxation Retreat.
Jock Safari Lodge was one of the first private lodges and concessions permitted inside the Kruger National Park, and with that first-mover advantage they chose to place it at the meeting of two rivers, the Mitomeni and Biyamiti, offering just beautiful views.
This private lodge in Kruger is surrounded by magnificent mature trees and thick bush supporting the abundance of bird and animal life this region attracts.
Many decades ago, Sir Percy Fitzpatrick and his dog, Jock trekked to Pilgrims Rest as part of the heady gold rush and the lodge has been styled to reflect South African colonial days. The eco-conscious Niven family, who are Sir Percy’s descendants, established the lodge close to where Sir Percy and Jock made history.
At Jock Safari Lodge, daily safari activities are guided by a passionate and professional team of rangers in open vehicles, getting you up close and personal with the big 5 as well as a full range of exciting wildlife that can be seen in the Kruger National Park. In addition, walking and birding safaris, guided historical tours, stargazing and even frogging safaris for those who love reptiles!
The Main Jock Safari Lodge boasts 12 elegant, thatched chalets with river views and gorgeous decks plus special mod cons designed for comfort on safari. Three couples can book the private villa that is a stand-alone decadent affair with private chef and game ranger, swimming pool, mini bar, and more. The lodge is proud to host conferences and meetings and the bar is popular with guests before and after game drives.
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