Jock Safari Lodge

Jock Safari Lodge is one of the very first privately owned camps situated in the world famous Kruger National Park, with exclusive traversing rights in what is regarded as the best Big Five game viewing area in the Kruger National Park.

Situated at the confluence of the Mitomeni and Biyamiti Rivers, this luxury lodge offers stunning views, with the pool literally on the confluence. Each air-conditioned luxury suite is set along the rivers, offering all the luxuries yet evoking the style and romance of the past as well as the indigenous Swazi and Shangaan cultures.

Game drives in open landrovers, with our professional team of game rangers, offer guests the thrill of close encounters with Africa’s BIG FIVE. Walking safaris, Birding safaris and guided Historical tours will take you along the paths of legend and mystery. Interpret the signs, sounds and scents of wild animals in this unspoilt wilderness. And when you tire of the thrill of the African bush you can rejuvenate & refresh at the Pilgrims Rest Spa at Jock Safari Lodge.

Jock Safari Lodge is set in the Jock of the Bushveld in the southern area of the Kruger National Park. It is situated halfway between Malelane & Skukuza and only approximately 458km (284.6 miles) from Johannesburg and its airport. We can offer a scheduled fly in service.

Jock Safari Lodges theme is set by Sir Percy Fitzpatrick's animal classic 'Jock Of The Bushveld, a story written at the time of South Africa's first gold rush.

GAME VIEWING

Game drives in open land rovers, with our professional team of game rangers, offer guests the thrill of close encounters with Africa’s BIG FIVE.

Join guided Walking safaris or Birding safaris and interpret the signs, sounds and scents of wild animals in this unspoilt wilderness.

Guided Historical tours will take you along the paths of legend and mystery of Africa ancient and contemporary. Rock art and Star gazing is a must see.

During the very hot summer when the wildlife finds shelter under shady trees, there are the options of aiconditioners & pools at Jock Safari Lodge for our guests.

SA TYPICAL DAY AT JOCK
(Always expect the unexpected though)

Early morning game drives start with a wake up call between 05h00 and 06h00; tea and coffee is served in the lounge before heading our for your game drive

Leave in time to catch the sunrise & great animal viewing.

Return to camp by 9am and enjoy a hearty breakfast.

Join guided Walking safaris after breakfast where our game rangers offer fauna and flora lectures and magnificent rock art viewing.

Each topic is discussed and guests are welcome to set the pace as they wish.

There is of course always the good possibility of game viewing on these outings.

Lunch and relaxation time is enjoyed until the big game drive starts in the late afternoon.

Beverages and snacks are served at a scenic place en route to watch the African sunset.

Once back from the evening game drive, dinner is served at the lodge or in your own room if you wish.

THE PILGRIM'S REST SPA

Pilgrim’s Rest, named after the quaint historical mining town featured so prominently in “Jock of the Bushveld” and still in existence today, was a place to rest, rejuvenate and restock. So too is the Spa, destined to become a jewel in the Mantis Spa Collection.

Overlooking the haven of a serenity garden, it is fully equipped with therapy and relaxation rooms, hydrotherapy bath, steam room and sauna. Therapies are also available in the relaxed atmosphere of one’s own room.At “Pilgrim’s Rest” the need for both physical and psychological well-being is understood. Each treatment has been developed to revive, rejuvenate and restore the skin together with rebalancing mind, body and spirit. Highly qualified therapists will design a treatment programme to ensure deep relaxation and induce inner and outer harmony.

The Spa offers a variety of treatments. Sensuous Indonesian Spa Rituals that exfoliate, pamper and polish the skin are inspired by regal preparations in JAVA and combine natural herb exfoliators, aromatic essences and special massage techniques to calm and soothe body and mind.

The aromatic essences of secret fantasies, new beginnings and silent moments take one on a journey to an exotic destination, while enjoying a sensational and stimulating massage by jets of water in the Hydrotherapy Bath.

Skin and senses are invigorated in the Sauna and Steam Room with the aroma of Eucalyptus. An eclectic blend of Massage Therapies are also on offer – the JAMU Massage is a fusion of Asian, Chinese and Western massage techniques to re-energise the muscles, to increase blood circulation and to release tensions with the aromatic blend of oils to suite your taste while the Swedish Massage eases muscle strain and increases blood circulation by firm therapeutic massage.

Facial Therapies combine the natural essences of aromatherapy and phytotherapy using only the finest Decléor products and invites one to discover its specific treatments, for a special moment of true well-being.