Balule Private Nature Reserve
User Reviews (31)
South Africa ParksEmail D Coetzee | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hunting atrocities at Balule
Please be aware that Balule not only offers hunting, but has been involved in a number of controversies, including the killing of a young elephant by two (apparently drunk) tourists - 13 shots, 15 minutes of crying torture for the animal:
https://conservationaction.co.za/media-articles/young-balule-elephant-shot-13-times-before-horrified-visitors/
https://africageographic.com/stories/illegal-collared-elephant-hunt-greater-kruger-warden-convicted/
https://twnews.us/us-news/this-l-a-hunter-killed-an-elephant-now-he-s-a-peta-target-in-bid-to-end-trophy-hunting
Disappointing
Very dry landscape, very little wildlife. Some lions, leopards and wild dogs. Almost no herbivores. I do not recommend reserving at the end of the dry season for this reason.
BR
Email Eden Fontes | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I didn't see so many wildlife as in Kruger and Addo, maybe is just not so lucky in the time, because same reports a few weeks later were very nice.
IN
Email Rajendran | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Execpt antelopes and giraffies nothing much
The accomodation at baluleni safary lodge was excellant.the staff were very curteous and accomodative .
IT
Email Raffaella | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Yuo can't drive around by yourself and you always need a guided safari.
CH
Email Billie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We got lucky as the reserve was not crowded and the guides both funny and competent
US
Email Enrique Del Castillo | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Didn't get to see the Big 5, but did see many lions, elephants and buffalo. Missed out on the leopard and the rhinoceros. Amazingly didn't see a single giraffe.
Email Kim Walder | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We were able to see all the Big 5 and many more besides. Close for a day trip to Kruger. Handy to a small town and other places to visit. Comfortable accommodation
US
Email James Autry | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
In the dry season, the bush is not the most scenic environment.
NL
Email Remco Verkoeijen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Because of the drought, wildlife is a little bit less than Kruger, but the bush vibe is great because of the small unpaved roads. It felt very private as there were only a few operators in that area. It is a very nice addition to the day in Kruger as you're allowed in all day and night.
Safari Tours to Balule NR
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4-Day Incredible Greater Kruger to Canyon Safari
$817 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Balule NR (Greater Kruger), Central Kruger, Blyde River Canyon (Panorama Route), O.R. Tambo Airport (Johannesburg), Johannesburg (End)
Shinzelle Safaris
4.9/5 – 63 Reviews
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4-Day Safari to Kruger Park & Private Safari Lodge
$1,133 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Balule NR (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
Wildlife Safaris
4.9/5 – 259 Reviews
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4-Day Tremisana Lodge Kruger Park Safari
$876 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Balule NR (Greater Kruger), Balule NR (Greater Kruger), Kruger NP, Blyde River Canyon (Panorama Route), Johannesburg (End)
Viva Safaris
4.9/5 – 262 Reviews
