Title: Amava River Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=96837127&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Amava River Lodge Experience authentic African safari magic in a pristine wilderness where magnificent riparian trees create dappled shade for wildlife encounters ## Photo gallery for Amava River Lodge ![Property grounds - Amava River Lodge (Phalaborwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96840000/96837200/96837127/5dc566d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Amava River Lodge (Phalaborwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96840000/96837200/96837127/600d587c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Amava River Lodge (Phalaborwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96840000/96837200/96837127/632705a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Amava River Lodge (Phalaborwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96840000/96837200/96837127/af9cdcd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Amava River Lodge (Phalaborwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96840000/96837200/96837127/e1a6469b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Bundox River Lodge, in Balule Game Reserve, offers a genuine safari experience. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Amava River Lodge have a pool? ### Is Amava River Lodge pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Amava River Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Amava River Lodge? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question