Jock Safari Lodge

Kruger and surrounds, South Africa

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Jock Public Area
Game Drive
Public area
Aerial view of lodge
Jock Safari Lodge Decking & Private Pool
Lodge Bathroom
Wildlife on safari
Guests exploring
Dinner set up
Loge interior
Lodge exterior
Living area
Living areas
Pool and dining area
Game Drive
Fitzpatricks Lodge
Fitzpatricks Lodge
Fitzpatricks Lodge
Fitzpatricks Lodge
Fitzpatricks Lodge - Twin Room
Fitzpatricks Lodge public area
Fitzpatricks Lodge public area
Fitzpatrick at Jock pool
Game viewing
Dinner Set up
Dinner Set up
Campfire
Elephants
Guest experiences
Jock Safari Lodge
Jock Safari Lodge
Jock Safari Pool
Jock Safari Lodge
Public area
Jock Public Area
Game Drive
Public area
Aerial view of lodge
Jock Safari Lodge Decking & Private Pool
Lodge Bathroom
Wildlife on safari
Guests exploring
Dinner set up
Loge interior
Lodge exterior
Living area
Living areas
Pool and dining area
Game Drive
Fitzpatricks Lodge
Fitzpatricks Lodge
Fitzpatricks Lodge
Fitzpatricks Lodge
Fitzpatricks Lodge - Twin Room
Fitzpatricks Lodge public area
Fitzpatricks Lodge public area
Fitzpatrick at Jock pool
Game viewing
Dinner Set up
Dinner Set up
Campfire
Elephants
Guest experiences
Jock Safari Lodge
Jock Safari Lodge
Jock Safari Pool
Jock Safari Lodge
Public area

The hotel

With only 12 luxury suites, all overlooking the river, the superb Jock Safari Lodge offers a true African safari. Situated within the Kruger National Park on a 6,000 hectare private concession, Jock Safari Lodge guests have exclusive access to drive the dry riverbeds providing some truly spectacular private sightings, your ranger will expertly guide you through this beautiful oasis on an open 4x4 vehicle, giving you a full explanation on the animals you will see – from tortoise to elephant and everything in between - plus you can enjoy the Greater Kruger (size of Wales) where further 'Big Five' sightings are plentiful, you can even watch the wildlife from your private plunge pool and sala overlooking the river. After a day of adventure, enjoy your traditional African bush dinner in the boma around the campfire, in the dining room or on your private deck under the African sky – a truly great experience. Relax in the upstairs comfortable bar area overlooking the stunning rock pool whilst enjoying an aperitif before dinner. If you fancy something extra special and romantic, you can choose to sleep out on your sala and the lovely staff will set it all up for you with mosquito nets and lamps, the perfect way to end your trip of a lifetime. Fitzpatricks at Jock offers three suites situated half a mile from the Main Lodge and are ideal for a party wanting their own space, private vehicle and exclusive use of the lodge.

Amenities

  • Safari
  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

The lodge is in the southern area of the Kruger National Park. Transfer time from Skukuza Airport: 45 minutes.

Hotel information

A total of 15 separate, luxury air-conditioned suites in Jock Safari Lodge and Fitzpatricks at Jock. The lodge reflects the Zulu and Shangaan cultures of South Africa, and the private bedrooms are also decorated with African influences. Each suite has a private plunge pool and viewing deck. 

Jock Safari Lodge has 12 suites with outdoor shower, mini-bar, twin and double beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

All Inclusive of: all meals, selection of house beverages, tea/coffee and water. Daily game-drives with sundowners, and refreshments.

Local conservation fee payable locally, payable upon entrance to Kruger National Park.

Fitzpatricks at Jock Lodge has 1 king/twin-bedded luxury suite, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, as well as 1 two-bedroom family unit, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children.

Fitzpatricks has a private pool, dining area and comes with exclusive ranger and vehicle for the group. Recommended for small groups, book the 3 suites at Fitzpatricks at Jock to get your own exclusive lodge.

Bar and restaurant overlooking the river. Boma area. Swimming pool. Spa*. Game-drives and optional walks with a professional team of game rangers and trackers. Walking safaris, birding safaris and guided historical tours, rock art and stargazing. Eco-Explorers Programme*. WiFi access.

2 nights between 1 May-30 Apr.

* Denotes local charge. 

Please note: children 6 years and over are only permitted at the Main Jock Lodge. Children aged 0-5 years are only permitted at Fitzpatrick's at Jock.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful special birthday in the bush for family and friends

Aug 9, 2025 cdekock

We stayed at Jocks in late July 2025. We have stayed n many private lodges as well as SANPARKS camps over many years. This one rates as an absolute find. Inside Kruger with a big own concession area to traverse as well as access to Kruger roads if needed. Accommodation is first class in well spaced chalets and each one has a daybed that is… Read more
We stayed at Jocks in late July 2025. We have stayed n many private lodges as well as SANPARKS camps over many years. This one rates as an absolute find. Inside Kruger with a big own concession area to traverse as well as access to Kruger roads if needed. Accommodation is first class in well spaced chalets and each one has a daybed that is fully netted around so one can sleep there if you wish. Food also first class. Wonderful game sightings and knowledgeable guides. Not extravagantly luxurious but has a great feel about the place. Highly recommended. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Incredible Game Viewing in the Heart of the Southern Kruger National Park

Aug 6, 2025 ErikaCosta Cape Town Central, South Africa

A True luxury hospitality experience in this homely lodge. The staff are really lovely, you can expect a warm, inviting atmosphere, with delicious hearty food. Our game viewing experience was exceptional, there was a mother leopard and her two older cubs right outside the lodge entrance fence, which we saw on two occasions. Wild dog pups denning… Read more
A True luxury hospitality experience in this homely lodge. The staff are really lovely, you can expect a warm, inviting atmosphere, with delicious hearty food. Our game viewing experience was exceptional, there was a mother leopard and her two older cubs right outside the lodge entrance fence, which we saw on two occasions. Wild dog pups denning nearby, great hyena sightings, elephants, etc. A real treat and so easily accessible from both Skukuza Airport or Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga airport. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A perfect luxury safari experience

Aug 5, 2025 Astrid S

We spent two incredible days at Jock Safari Lodge. The game drives were exceptional, with knowledgeable and passionate guides who made every moment unforgettable. We saw an amazing variety of wildlife. - The setting is stunning. Peaceful, remote, and truly immersive. - The service was flawless, warm, and attentive throughout our stay. - The food… Read more
We spent two incredible days at Jock Safari Lodge. The game drives were exceptional, with knowledgeable and passionate guides who made every moment unforgettable. We saw an amazing variety of wildlife. - The setting is stunning. Peaceful, remote, and truly immersive. - The service was flawless, warm, and attentive throughout our stay. - The food was excellent. Delicious, beautifully presented, and with plenty of choice. Our suite was gorgeous, with spacious outdoor areas to relax and even the option to sleep outside, though it was a bit too chilly for that in August :) Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An making experience

Aug 1, 2025 teamfyles

We stayed as a family at the end of July 25. What an amazing experience all round from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. The greeting at the lodge; arranging for us to do our first drive within 20 mins of arriving where we saw the first of the big five - leopard; every drive was different and our ranger Jacob was excellent - the… Read more
We stayed as a family at the end of July 25. What an amazing experience all round from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. The greeting at the lodge; arranging for us to do our first drive within 20 mins of arriving where we saw the first of the big five - leopard; every drive was different and our ranger Jacob was excellent - the beauty of the landscape at sunrise and sundown, the animals we had the privilege to see, it was all amazing. All of the staff go out of their way to make you feel welcome and are always very attentive; the dining area with pre dinner drinks and a different set up each evening was a great touch - from dinner on the dry riverbed in front of the lodge, the the restaurant area, service and food was all excellent. Our family experience at Jocks is one that we will always remember and hopefully we can go and do again in the not too distant future. Thank you to the whole team at Jocks for making our time and experience with you so amazing Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful Safari Experience exceeded expectations

Jul 28, 2025 janetcpa Phoenix, AZ

Jock's Safari Lodge has a "colonial" vibe. Generally, each building is divided into two rooms but they are completely private and we couldn't see the people in the other room from our deck. The bed was very comfortable and the hot water bottle at night was appreciated (July was VERY cold out; even though there is a heater in the room, the hot… Read more
Jock's Safari Lodge has a "colonial" vibe. Generally, each building is divided into two rooms but they are completely private and we couldn't see the people in the other room from our deck. The bed was very comfortable and the hot water bottle at night was appreciated (July was VERY cold out; even though there is a heater in the room, the hot water bottle still felt very luxurious!). The individual plunge pool, outdoor bathtub, and couch/bed overlooking the river would be incredible in warmer weather (we didn’t use any of this as it was too cold!). The lodge’s main pool is heated…but it was still too cool for us (we are from AZ and used to much warmer weather). Note that the lodge is on a seasonal river; July is dry season so the river is empty and you will not see animals drinking from the river in July. The food and service were great. One night we had dinner in the dry river bed. We liked that Breakfast had both a buffet component (for fruit, yogurt, pastries, etc) and a hot component you could order. Thus, we could start digging into the food right away! We liked the social "vibe" of Jock as they had large communal tables people sat at for tea before the morning and afternoon game drives. This encouraged people to chat with each other which my husband and I like to do! Our guide, Patrick, was amazing and sought out wonderful animal sights for us. We saw the big 5 (and they have some resident leopards nearby that we saw on several of our game drives!). I really liked that you could go on Kruger land (but had to stay on their roads) AND on Jock's Private concession land (where we could go off road). I think that this combination really maximized the animal viewing. I believe that they limit the number of jeeps at their own land to 3 jeeps (and that was for the extraordinary sighting of a pride of 9 lions feasting on a young giraffe). It never felt crowded. Overall, I'm so happy we stayed here and we had such an outstanding time. It was our first safari experience and it exceeded all of my expectations! Read less