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Come as a Guest. Leave with Memories that Last a Lifetime.
Escape the rush of everyday life and reconnect with nature, family and yourself at Needles Safari Lodge. Located on the doorstep of the world-famous Kruger National Park, our affordable four-star, owner-run lodge offers an authentic safari experience with warm hospitality and personalised service.
Warthogs, giraffe, zebra, kudu, wildebeest and impala regularly wander through the lodge grounds, bringing the magic of the African bush right to your doorstep. Whether you're relaxing by the pool, enjoying a delicious home-cooked dinner, or exploring Kruger on safari, every stay is designed to be comfortable, memorable and genuinely African.
As a Fair Trade Tourism certified lodge, we are committed to responsible tourism that benefits our guests, staff, community and environment.
Accommodation
We offer eight beautifully appointed suites, each with its own character and atmosphere and all the luxuries to ensure a comfortable stay in the bush.
From your bed, you can see out into the bush. Watch as the animals that regularly visit the lodge wander past your suite. Or walk through the large sliding doorway leading onto the railed wooden deck, which links back to the central deck.
Guest Reviews
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Review and Recommendation
Last month, we spent a number of days at Needles Safari Lodge, during our first visit to South Africa, and Kruger National Park. What a wonderful time we had whilst at the Lodge, and can thoroughly recommend it to anyone planning a visit! The Lodge caters for a maximum of 16 guests, and the accommodation, staff, and meals were outstanding. The owner, Denis Goffinet, and the staff, went out... Read this review
Jim & Liz Gordon, July 2026
Queensland, Australia.
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Most amazing experience at Needles Lodge
Just got back from the most amazing experience at Needles Lodge, not even sure where to start...Arrived at Needles from a private airport transfer after a 26 hour trip to be greeted with a refreshing drink on arrival, shown to a fabulous room and freshened up then went for a nice walk to Crocodile River to get the first vews of wildlife. Back for a 3 course evening meal... Read this review
Sandra McLaughlin, February 2026
England
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Amazing Lodge
We stayed recently in your lodge and it was amazing. We enjoyed the diner together at the great table and to hear the experiences and stories of the other guests. Needless lodge is a warm and hospital lodge! Rooms are good and comfortable. We hope to home back!
Iren Timman, February 2026
The Netherlands
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SIMPLY AMAZING
My family stayed at Needles recently. We were traveling with my three daughters. The stay with Needles was fantastic, it not only met, but far exceeded our expectations Being a small lodge, we were welcomed like valued guests. Lyn was our host for the four nights we stayed, she was absolutely delightful. Evening meals were a highlight, sharing our meals with other guests and Needles staff and owners was... Read this review
Ian , December 2025
Melbourne Australia
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