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Unearth the Place of Legend

The Original Private Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park

As the legend goes, deep in the heart of the Kruger National Park lies a place so spectacular that it inspired bedtime tales told all across the globe. Today, this legend continues at Jock Safari Lodge. We invite you to step back into a simpler time and onto the pages of the classic African tale Jock of the Bushveld by Sir Percy FitzPatrick, a story of courage and love between man and man’s best friend.

For your Big 5 safari adventure, choose between the private thatched suites on the riverbed at the Main Jock Lodge, or the exclusive-use Fitzpatrick’s Lodge at Jock, perfect for your family holiday or adventure with friends. Take it a step further by trading your bed for an outdoor sala one night, drifting off to the soundtrack of the nightlife.

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Main Jock Lodge

A secluded paradise overlooking serene riverbeds, Main Jock Lodge has 12 thatched suites offering privacy and uninterrupted views.

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Fitzpatrick’s At Jock

Fitzpatrick’s At Jock is stylishly appointed to offer the ultimate private villa experience and can accommodate up to six adults.

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Location

Where Two Rivers Meet

As the very first private concession granted within Kruger National Park, Jock Safari Lodge is the original safari legend. Located in Kruger’s southern region, where the Mitomeni and Biyamiti rivers meet to become one, it will feel like you’re stepping back to South Africa’s gold rush era. As you stare out at the untamed wild surrounding you, you’ll envision Sir FitzPatrick and Jock’s legendary quest across the wide-open African plains. This location and the history behind it are what make Jock Safari Lodge shine. We invite you to a Big 5 safari that’s more authentic, immersive, and impactful than any other.

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Main Jock Lodge
Leopard sighting on our guided safaris
Boma dinner at Fitzpatrick's At Jock
Boma dinners at Fitzpatrick’s At Jock
Experiences at Jock Safari Lodge
Breakfasts curated by our private chefs
safari ranger that spotted a cheetah
Private Safaris
Main Jock Lodge Thatched Suite
Experiences

Uninterrupted Adventure Awaits

When you come to Jock Safari Lodge, you’re really coming to see the wild spaces and wildlife surrounding our lodge. If you’re hungry for exploration, for deeply immersing yourself and learning about the bush’s delicate balance and fascinating stories, this is the place for you.

Besides offering guests a space to relax and plenty of excitement, Jock Safari Lodge has a bigger conservation purpose you can learn about. From Big 5 game drives and wilderness walks to studying local fauna, flora and birdlife, there’s much to marvel at that will move you. It’s also perfect for that family holiday, with something for everyone. Little ones will love our Kids on Safari options, the nearby Leopard Creek invites you for a day of golf in the bush, and our Pilgrim’s Rest Retreat offers an escape to enjoy pampering in the bush.

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Conservation & Community

Safari with Heart

A safari is so much more memorable when you know you’ve treaded lightly and helped preserve it. At Jock Safari Lodge, we believe in protecting our fascinating wildlife and landscapes by following only the most stringent eco-management criteria in South Africa. Our lodge was also built with sustainability in mind, and we continue with this approach in everything we do.

As the Top Environmental Concession within Kruger National Park, our active involvement in conservation programmes is a testimony to this. As our guest, you can learn more about what this means and how you can make a difference.

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Uncover our stories from the wilderness

Read all about what’s happening at our lodge to inspire your stay, feed your nostalgia, or simply leave you daydreaming about Africa and her mysterious stories.

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Our best experience of Kruger was at Jock’s. You can feel the love for nature in the heart and soul of the wonderful owners. The rooms are practically in the wild. We saw elephants just passing in front of the room. Sleeping in matras under the stars (if you want), amazing food in the river bed. Will never forget this experience!

-Jacob Yavin Vermeulen

We recently stayed here for 3 nights. We had read about Jocks and the strong recommendations. This place is better than ever expected, truly a magical place. The staff were exceptional, food 5 star and location amazing. The safari drives were also amazing and our guide IKE looked after us and was an amazing tracker. There are only 12 rooms so max 24 guest so you get to know the other guest without being overcrowded – the rooms are private and sit on-top of the river bank – you can watch the animals walking past from your day bed. Honestly this place is first class. We were self drive so easy access for Skuska airport or main Kruger gates. As it it a private lodge you get the added bonus of private areas as well as direct access to Kruger – truly amazing place and highly recommended. We were sad to leave and will return.

-John Smith

Jock Safari Lodge is located in the heart of the Kruger national park. It’s amazing location gives you a unique and real safari vibe. The lodge itself looks so amazing, stunning rooms, restaurant and relax areas. When you arrive at the lodge you will be welcomed by the amazing staff, that will tell you what the planning looks like. The planning is really amazing, you will get so much food and drinks, on top of that 2 amazing safaris with the best rangers! The safaris are really something else, private routes and amazing storys. The staff and everyone is really amazing at the lodge, this is a must do experience!

-Teuni D

The lodge is advertised as 5 star but I’d happily give it 6. Everything was perfect for the 3 night stay myself and my wife had, The room was spacious, clean and had everything you could want. The double shower cubicle was huge.There was an outside shower and bath, sunbeds, plunge pool, patio table with chairs and even a meshed tented area on the end of the platform overlooking the river bed with a made up double bed in case you wanted to sleep under the stars. The lodge staff were amazing, friendly and nothing was too much for them, Evening meals were fantastic, two of which were Brais (BBQ’s) on the river bed. The game drives were brilliant and our guide (not Driver!!) David, was really friendly and knowledgeable. We got the big 5 twice over. Will definitely be returning for a stay in the winter. Have done previous lodges in Kruger, Zimbabwe and Kenya but this tops them all.

-R. Davie

We spent several days here in early March — simply, the best! Very comfortable room and excellent food, with a warm staff. Highlights are the twice a day game drives. This definitely is not “pre-packaged” stuff — your guide (ours was Jacob) has a keen sense of where to find the animals, and drives over river beds and down back trails to find them -in a respectful way. We eagerly anticipated this part of our trip, and it exceeded expectations. You must go to have this experience.

-Robert D

I visited Kruger and Jock Lodge in 2017 and all I wanted to do is come back. That happened in Jan 2022 and once again it was wonderful in every way. The location is on a normally dry river bed so you can see wildlife from your window or terrace. The staff is so gracious and helpful. The wildlife guides are the most knowledgable and enthusiastic I have ever met. I come for the beauty and the animals and Jock Lodge delivers every time.

-Eva Fellner

Our best experience of Kruger was at Jock’s. You can feel the love for nature in the heart and soul of the wonderful owners. The rooms are practically in the wild. We saw elephants just passing in front of the room. Sleeping in matras under the stars (if you want), amazing food in the river bed. Will never forget this experience!

-Jacob Yavin Vermeulen

We recently stayed here for 3 nights. We had read about Jocks and the strong recommendations. This place is better than ever expected, truly a magical place. The staff were exceptional, food 5 star and location amazing. The safari drives were also amazing and our guide IKE looked after us and was an amazing tracker. There are only 12 rooms so max 24 guest so you get to know the other guest without being overcrowded – the rooms are private and sit on-top of the river bank – you can watch the animals walking past from your day bed. Honestly this place is first class. We were self drive so easy access for Skuska airport or main Kruger gates. As it it a private lodge you get the added bonus of private areas as well as direct access to Kruger – truly amazing place and highly recommended. We were sad to leave and will return.

-John Smith
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