Price: From R7,950 per adult per night
All inclusive basis.
Solo rate and local SADC rate available.
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Kruger Shalati Train Hotel
5* train on a bridge hotel in the world famous kruger national park
Overview
What’s Included
What’s Excluded
What to Bring
What to wear
General
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Overview
Highlights
- First of its kind 5* train hotel in Kruger National Park
- All meals included
- Ideal for couples
- 24 train compartments
- Situatated on top of the historical Shalati bridge over the river
- Exceptional views over the river
- 20 minutes from the Skukuza Airport
- 2 daily game drives
- Private Guided safaris available
- Perfect overnight on a 3 to 5 night itinerary
The Kruger Shalati Train or also know as the “Train on the Bridge” has been one of the most exciting new safari hotel destinations within the iconic Kruger National Park and quite possibly South Africa and Africa. A perfect combination of Africa’s most breathtaking natural splendours with well-deserved luxuries aboard a newly refurbished train that’s reminiscent of African excellence.
The train is permanently stationed on the historically-rich Selati Bridge above the Sabie River which means it doesn’t move however from its fixed location its offers something truly spectacular. Today it is quite possibly Kruger’s most unique luxury accommodation available and is a re-envisioned piece of engineering mastery that pays homage to the ealry pioneers and guests who explored the park over a 100 years ago. The Kruger Shalati train celebrates the first visits to the iconic park from the early 1920s and re-imagines when the train would park overnight on the exact spot where its positioned today.
Offering 31 rooms, consisting of 24 carriage rooms and 7 Bridge House rooms, all of which will provide a deeply visceral experience, tailored for immersive comfort. Whether you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind adventure, an enthralling break or to simply immerse yourself in earth’s finest creations, Kruger Shalati looks forward to welcoming you on a journey of discovery with nature in the most extraordinary way imaginable.
The glass-walled, large train rooms allow for infinite views along the length of the majestic Sabie River while the style of the train is a celebration of African design in collaboration with local art and crafting skills. High above the riverbanks, aligned with the floor level of the train, will lie our bespoke deck with pool, offering a swimming experience unlike any other – with crocodile, hippos, buffalos and elephants greeting guests meters below – a vista unlike any other!
What’s Included
- Accommodation in a carriage room.
- All meals and drinks (local alcohol).
- 2 game drives daily on open safari vehicles.
- Transfers between Skukuza Airport and hotel .
- Wifi.
- Rates quoted in SA Rand (ZAR) and include VAT.
What’s Excluded
- Kruger National Park daily conservation fees (R424pppd).
- Kruger National Park community levy of 1% of accommodation.
- Premium beverages.
- Hotel telephone calls.
- Additional activities and treatments.
- Travel insurance and additional transfers.
What to Bring
Having taken hundreds of Safaris into the Kruger National Park we know from experience what’s important to pack. Here are a few items we recommend that you don’t leave home without:
- Mobile phone.
- Point and shoot or DSLR Camera.
- GoPro (Best for video).
- All electrical device charging equipment.
- Good hat with wide brim protection
- Polarised sunglasses
- Comfortable pair of walking shoes and sandals
What to wear
Summer Months: September to April
We recommend light functional attire preferably in natural colour shades to blend in with our environment and not stand out visually to game species. Summer can be hot and the direct sunlight dangerous so please remember a good hat as well as sunscreen. During the hottest summer months (Nov/Dec) the daytime temperatures can reach 35 degrees Celsius from 10h30 and from 13h00 the temperature can reach upward of 40 degrees. The summer months are also our rainy season so the afternoons can experience thunder showers but all vehicles are equipped with waterproof ponchos as well as canvas flaps that can enclose the vehicle.
Winter Months: May to August
During the winter months in the Kruger National Park, we will usually experience blue skies on most days but with a daily average temperature of 18 to 26 degrees Celsius. The early mornings on Safaris can be cooler with temperatures from 5 to 8 degrees and late afternoons again dropping below 18 degrees. Winter Safaris are fantastic because the visibility is very good but we do recommend that you have warm clothing as the wind on the back of an Open Safari Vehicle can make things chilly. On our Safari vehicles we do provide fleece blankets.
General
Reservations Terms and Conditions
Deposit
We require a 20% refundable deposit within 10 working days of a reservation confirmation. Kruger Shalati reserves the right to cancel the reservation should we not receive the deposit within 10 days. The balance of payment is required 60 days prior to arrival. Short lead time reservations must be paid in full immediately.
Cancellation
Cancellation or part cancellation of a confirmed reservation, including changing the dates of travel, could result in the loss of the 20% deposit. For cancellations received 90+ days prior to arrival, deposit will be 100% refunded, 90 to 60 days prior to arrival will result in a 50% deposit loss. Should a cancellation be received between 59-0 days prior to due arrival date, 100% cancellation penalty would be charged. Kruger Shalati reserves the right to cancel reservations should full payment not be received within 60 days prior to arrival.
Travel Information
Kruger Park Entrance
A once-off fee is payable upon entering the Kruger National Park. Please ensure you have your accommodation confirmation documentation at hand to ensure entry at the correct price.
KNP Gate Times – self drive
All self-drive and road transfers are subject to Kruger National Park gate times.
The Kruger National park prohibits the use of roads within the park once the gates are closed so guests need to be at their destination and transfer companies must be outside the park by the time the gates close.
Kruger Shalati is approximately 25 min from Paul Kruger Gate.
Kruger National Park will not allow for alternative arrangements to be made.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is recommended, covering for personal effects, personal accident, medical and emergency travel expenses, as well as cancellation and curtailment – as the reservation will be subject to cancellation penalties as detailed above
Health Precautions
Guests are to be advised that Kruger Shalati is situated in a malaria area; therefor, all guests must consult their medical practitioner regarding anti-malaria requirements prior to travel.
Visas and Passports
Visa Requirements are to be checked before departure. All visitors to South Africa are required by law to have a minimum of two blank pages in their passport to enable the entry visa to be issued. If there is insufficient space in the passport, entry will be denied.
Airline tickets
In order to comply with international insurance requirements, all airline tickets must clearly show the passengers title, name and surname (as indicated in their passport). This applies to scheduled and charter flights. We would be grateful if you could provide us with the correct information at the time of making your reservation. Kruger Shalati cannot be held responsible should airlines discontinue flights or change a scheduled timetable resulting in missed connection.
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