NAKO Safari Lodge

Accommodation Description

NAKO Safari Lodge is an exclusive Big 5 safari lodge set within the malaria-free Dinokeng Game Reserve, offering a refined yet relaxed bush experience less than an hour from Johannesburg. The lodge accommodates a maximum of 14 guests across five spacious luxury suites, ensuring privacy, attentive service, and an intimate safari atmosphere. Suites are generously sized and air-conditioned, featuring king-size extra-length beds or flexible family configurations, en-suite bathrooms, and both indoor and outdoor showers that connect guests to the surrounding bush. The main lodge is designed for comfort and connection, with indoor and outdoor dining areas, a welcoming lounge with a fireplace, and a photographic loft ideal for wildlife enthusiasts. A large deck overlooks a private waterhole frequented by elephants, buffalo, and plains game, while a heated swimming pool, rooftop bar, and communal firepit offer spaces to relax between game activities. The lodge is well-suited to couples, families, and small groups seeking a high-quality safari escape without long travel times.

Setting Description

Located within the Pride of Africa Nature Reserve, NAKO Safari Lodge enjoys a prime position in the greater Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve, one of Gauteng’s most important conservation areas. The surrounding landscape is classic bushveld, defined by open plains, thorn trees, and seasonal grasslands that support a diverse range of wildlife. Lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards roam freely, along with giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and numerous antelope species. The lodge overlooks its own permanent waterhole, creating exceptional opportunities for wildlife viewing throughout the day directly from the deck. Elevated viewpoints and the rooftop bar provide wide-reaching perspectives over the reserve, while guided game drives explore varied terrain across the concession. Despite its wilderness setting, the reserve is easily accessible by road, making NAKO ideal for short safari breaks, family getaways, and first-time safari experiences without compromising on authenticity or wildlife encounters.

What We Love

-Boutique-scale lodge with only five suites for a private safari experience

-Direct waterhole views with regular elephant and buffalo sightings

-Heated pool and rooftop bar overlooking Big 5 bushveld

-Malaria-free location close to Johannesburg and Pretoria