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Reviews of Raptor Retreat Game Lodge

4 out of 5
Raptor Retreat Game Lodge
39 Balule Parsons Nature Reserve, KT 155, Hoedspruit, Limpopo

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying at Raptor Retreat and it was just as good as the first. Our lodging, the Hippo Cottage, was huge, very well equipped and had a wonderful view of the river and the animals. One morning, we saw a parade of elephants right by our window. I also loved the soaking bathtub that also had a great view. We did three amazing game drives with Keith, the owner of Raptor Retreat on which we saw an incredible variety of animals including a huge herd of elephants, hippos and both male and female lions. Finally, we had several excellent massages from Nancy. I highly recommend Raptor Retreat and look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Sharmaine Eaglestone on Feb 5, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to send us your feedback and we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. It is always great to have our guests returning to us, and we hope to see you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 times and still awesome
We absolutely love this game lodge which is why its our 5th time visiting. Whenever we come to Greater Kruger we start with several days relaxing at Raptor Retreat because it is so quiet, comfortable and friendly. Staff and hosts are excellent, as is the meals and surroundings. Our spirit place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Sep 12, 2023
Dear Geoffrey & Donna, thank you so much for taking the time to send us your feedback. You have become part of the Raptor Family, and as always we just love haveing you here. You are both awesome and we appreciate your continous support of our Retreat in the greater Kruger. We cant wait for your next visit.

10/10 Excellent

Ngwako

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Mar 21, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to send us a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to welcome you back soon

10/10 Excellent

Themba

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Mar 9, 2023
Dear Themba,Thank you for taking the time to send us a review. It is always much appreciated. We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Jul 26, 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time send us your feedback, it is much appreciated. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

lindokuhle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Feb 15, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to send us your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and would love to welcome you back in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Feb 15, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to send us your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and would love to welcome you back in the near future. We really enjoyed our time with you.

8/10 Good

Thinadzanga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Sep 17, 2021
Thank you for your time in sending us a review. As always we appreciate any feedback we receive

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had the most amazing stay at the lodge. The staff were so attentive and always smiling. The owners were fantastic- nothing was too much trouble . Keith was so animated and so keen to explain everything about the bush. His enthusiasm was infectious and we learnt so much. He is a real Doctor Doolittle. What could possibly beat sitting on your deck drinking early morning coffee as a male lion walked by.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Aug 5, 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to send us your feedback. It is always much appreciated, and we love that our guests enjoyed their time with us. It was wonderful having you here and we look forward to your next visit with us.

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Game drive was a bit quite animals wise and you need a 4x4 to cope with the ride in but a lovely place.

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was such an incredible experience at Raptor retreat. We enjoyed our stay at the elephant lodge! The whole staff is so kind and the food is very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Dec 3, 2023
Dear Alexander, thank you so much for taking the time to send us your feedback, it is greatly appreciated. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with, and hope to welcome you back again one day.

10/10 Excellent

Jörg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Raptor Retreat Game Lodge was definitely the most beautiful on our trip to South Africa. We received a very friendly welcome with African singing. The chalet was very large with 2 bedrooms and the kitchen was also very large and well equipped. The bathroom was integrated into the bedroom except for the toilet. There was a very large shower and a great bathtub with a great view outside. Everything was very clean. Our chalet had a very nice and above all quiet private outdoor area, a pool and a great view of a waterhole. Elephants, big boy (a kudu that was always around the lodge) and warthogs walked in the garden. Breakfast and dinner were served in the main house (restaurant) with a great view and beautiful ambience. Both were very rich and delicious. If you want to relax, this is the place to be. The hosts were very nice and also offered game drives, which we did. These are also recommended. This chalet exceeded our expectations and we would book there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Dec 3, 2023
Thank you so much for the amazing feedback, it is always apprecited. We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay with us and that Africa has stolen your hearts. Hoping to welcome you back again.

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from Sharmaine Eaglestone on Mar 21, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to send us your feedback, it is much appreciated. It is always great to see that you enjoyed your stay at Raptor Retreat.

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A melhor escolha nos arredores Hoedspruit
O lugar é uma delícia! Ficamos no Hippo Logde que era enorme: Duas suítes, sendo 1 com banheira, sala de estar com tv, sala de jantar, cozinha equipada c varanda, piscina e área p acender uma fogueira. Ouvi de outros hóspedes que ficaram em quartos comuns que seus quartos eram enormes e super confortáveis. O café, o almoço e o jantar são servido na casa principal que tem lareira, sala de estar um deck de observação dos animais (lá aparece de esquilo a girafa) uma atração à parte. Tudo delicioso e super caprichado. Os donos, funcionários e eapecialmente a guia Arena são super atenciosos. Você pode deixar pra programar seus game-drives e outros passeios lá mesmo - eles fazem pra vc! O custo das coisas lá é bem justo! Super recomendo e de uma próxima, não ficaria em outro lugar!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Sep 17, 2021
We so appreciate our guests and their support of our lodge, especially when we receive feedback from their stay with us. It enables us to see what we do well and to improve on what we don't do well. We look forward to welcoming you back at our retreat in the near future.

8/10 Good

Lorenz

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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Basti, München

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Super schöne kleine Boutique-Anlage mit einem super familiärem Service, tollem Essen und modernen Zimmern. Zudem eignet sich die Location perfekt für einen Ausflug zur Panorama Route und ist ein guter Stopp bevor es in den Krüger Nationalpark geht. Eine echte Empfehlung!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Sharmaine Eagelstone on Sep 17, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to send us your feedback, as always it is much appreciated. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us, and would love to welcome you back again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wunderbare Lodge mit persönlicher Note!
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen und werden speziell diese Lodge immer als herausragend während unserer dreiwöchigen Rundreise in Erinnerung behalten. Die Zimmer, das Ambiente rundherum und das köstliche Essen haben 5 Sterne Niveau. Man fühlt sich bei den netten Gastgebern gut aufgehoben, gut beraten und hat trotzdem seine Privatsphäre. Die Game Drives und Ausflüge waren gut organisiert und im kleinen Rahmen individuell gestaltet.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

stephane, france

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tres bonne adresse
Endroit merveilleux, beau et de bon gout. Le staff est au petit soin, la nourriture est excellente et variée (vraiment top les repas) je vous recommande vraiment cette adresse. Vue sur la riviere ou on a vu de la chambre des bisons, des girafes, des zebres, des singes, des phacocheres... Vraiment sympa et tres bon rapport qualité prix
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Response from Sharmaine on Aug 27, 2017
Thank you for taking the time to send us your feedback. We really appreciate it. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay with us.