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 Amazing experience at Jock

Mar 27, 2026 realsim0n

We had an amazing 3 nights stay at Jock. From the staff at the lodge to our ranger Cindi, everything was more than great. The service is amazing, the food excellent, everyone is so kind and smiling - highly recommended!
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Mar 18, 2026 ALLH51

I am going to try and review about our incredible time at Jocks Lodge. From the time we were collected at Skukuza airport to the time we were dropped back, we had the most amazing time, an experience my husband and I will never forget. Our guide Mayneth was just wonderful. He had a sixth sense regarding where the animals would be and was always… Read more
I am going to try and review about our incredible time at Jocks Lodge. From the time we were collected at Skukuza airport to the time we were dropped back, we had the most amazing time, an experience my husband and I will never forget. Our guide Mayneth was just wonderful. He had a sixth sense regarding where the animals would be and was always right. His knowledge and expertise was astounding. He made our Safari out of this world. Jocks Lodge was stunning, set right in the heart of the Krueger, it was magical. Our room was fantastic, everything you could possibly need and with an amazing view. The food was superb, everything was cooked to the highest standards and so good. All the people working there were wonderful, so friendly and helpful, they made our trip extra special. Thank you everyone for the best time, we will never forget it. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing stay in Kruger!

Mar 11, 2026 JJ O Dublin, Ireland

We spent ages looking for the right place for our stay in Kruger. We opted for Jock Safari Lodge because everything was included - no surprise fees - and it’s a private concession area in the southern part of the park which meant it was easy to get to for us. I didn’t know what a private concession was but it’s basically a private part of the… Read more
We spent ages looking for the right place for our stay in Kruger. We opted for Jock Safari Lodge because everything was included - no surprise fees - and it’s a private concession area in the southern part of the park which meant it was easy to get to for us. I didn’t know what a private concession was but it’s basically a private part of the Kruger National Park which no one other than guests at Jock Safari Lodge can access. You also get access to the public areas of Kruger too so the area available is huge. The other reason we picked Jock Safari was because it’s in the park so game drives aren’t restricted by park gate opening times. On our first morning, we drive out of the front gate of the lodge and saw a leopard within 5 minutes! The game drives were excellent. We had a total of 4 people plus our guide, Patrick, in the jeep. Each drive was about 3 hours long and included a stop for a coffee in the morning or a drink in the evening. Again, the advantage of Jock Safari is that in the private concession you can get out of the jeep and walk around - which I don’t think you can do in the public areas of Kruger. If we get to go back to Jock Safari, we’ll definitely be asking for Patrick to be our guide - he was brilliant! The rooms at the lodge are great. Really clean and comfortable. We had an outdoor day bed (with a mosquito net) and a small plunge pool with sun loungers. Our view was onto the river bed. Each day around lunch time we could sit and look at an elephant right from our balcony area! Food at the lodge is also excellent! The best lamb I’ve ever had as well as countless other delicious dishes. You won’t go hungry. There tea, coffee and drinks before each game drive too. The staff were wonderful and so friendly. We forgot binoculars so they were kind enough to find a pair for us to borrow. (Definitely take your own binoculars though!) Overall, I can’t recommend Jock Safari Lodge enough. It’s a lot more expensive than what we would normally pay but worth every penny! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An outstanding three day experience of Safari based at Jock Safari Lodge.

Mar 5, 2026 David R

This was a truly memorable experience in every way. The hallmark stated was boundless hospitality and indeed this was our experience. The staff could not have been more attentive and our experience of the morning and evening drives into The Kruger Park outstanding. I cannot recommend this highly enough.
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Feb 26, 2026 HOLS A uk

We have mixed feelings about Jock Safari Lodge. It purports to be a luxury lodge and whilst our room was comfortable and quiet we felt it needed a refresh, there was a big stain on one of the chairs and the outside cushions/ chairs etc. were not much better. The plunge pool was certainly not up to standard with peeling paint and a rotten wood… Read more
We have mixed feelings about Jock Safari Lodge. It purports to be a luxury lodge and whilst our room was comfortable and quiet we felt it needed a refresh, there was a big stain on one of the chairs and the outside cushions/ chairs etc. were not much better. The plunge pool was certainly not up to standard with peeling paint and a rotten wood surround, not at all inviting. The main areas of the lodge were very rustic (nothing wrong with that), but it all looked as if it had seen better days and in our opinion was not of a luxury standard. More attention to detail required. The gardens were however well tended to. We saw the big five, but the animals were a little scarce and whilst our guide did his best to find them, it was all a little disappointing. There was a lot of driving up and down the main road, with excursions on the smaller side roads, but as it is not a private game reserve the guide is not able to follow the animals into the bush itself. The food was very good and a lot of effort was put in by the friendly staff to make each evening different. The staff saved it from being an underwhelming visit. Thank you to all of them. We enjoyed our stay, but it was not up to the standard we expected from a lodge with this reputation. Read less