Tamboti Ridge Bed and Breakfast is located 272 mi from Kruger National Park and 214 mi from Durban, set in a sub-tropical garden, overlooking the Pongola River. It features a spacious swimming pool and Lake Jozini is a 19-minute drive away. Each air-conditioned room is individually decorated and has a wooden balcony. It comes equipped with a TV, mini-bar and a fan. The private bathroom has a bath and shower. A hearty farm-style breakfast is served every morning in the family homestead at Tamboti. Barbecue facilities are available and dinner can be served on request. The guest lounge has a satellite TV and there is a separate dining area. Lake Jozini / Pongolapoort Lake is the perfect location for game fishing. Game drives in the Pongola Nature Reserve and boat cruises can also be arranged. Free private parking is available on site. The King Shaka International Airport is 198 mi away and the Golela / Swaziland border post is 6.2 mi from the property

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.2
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.4
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  • Sudhish
    South Africa South Africa
    The location. Room were surrounded by beautiful and peaceful gardens. Room was very comfortable with air-conditioning and even a desk fan that works during load shedding. The breakfast was amazing and I can highly recommend it. Shayamoya which is...
  • Williams
    South Africa South Africa
    A lovely stay at Tamboti Ridge. Our hostess was really lovely, friendly and helpful with advice on where to have dinner nearby. The rooms are surrounded by a beautiful cycad filled garden with a tranquil environment. Breakfast was amazing and...
  • Sara
    United States of America United States of America
    Wonderful room with a comfortable bed and great facilities. Lovely staff (Ziggy) who was very kind and helpful. Best breakfast we've had our entire time in Africa! Beautiful grounds filled with birds. Great value.

Host Info

9.2
9.2
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Tamboti Ridge is a farm style cottage, with an antique charm situated in a lovely sub-tropical garden with a breathtaking view up the Pongola River. It is your kind of venue if you are seeking a tranquil and wholesome experience with warm and friendly staff where the breakfasts are made with love. Breakfasts are served in the main ranch house where there is also WIFI connectivity. Tamboti Ridge Ranch is an established sugar, banana and cattle farm situated in the peaceful beauty of the Northern Kwa-Zulu Natal bushveld. It is ideally located 1km off the N2 Highway between Pongola and Mkuze at the T-junction to Golela/Swaziland border post. It is perfect stop over point when travelling between Johannesburg, Kruger Park or Swaziland and the Zululand Resorts such as Sodwana Bay, Kosi bay, St.Lucia and Hluhluwe and Mfolozi Reserves or Southern Mozambique Resorts such as Ponta Do Ouro.
Relax in the beautiful garden made special with many species of cycads and listen to the variety of birdcalls. Swim lengths in the large pool, which is situated next to the braai area. Take a walk or ride your bicycle around the ranch and sugar cane and banana fields. Our property is adjacent to the Pongola Nature Reserve and Lake Jozini which is famous for catching tiger fish. Bring your own boats and tackle the challenge of tiger fishing or we can arrange a charter for you! Depending on availability, guests may take part in activities which Shayamoya Tiger Fishing and Game Lodge conduct - Game drives, sundowner boat cruises, tiger fishing and even rhino tracking on our neighbouring property. There are many renown game reserves within an hour’s drive to explore such as Mkuze, Itala, Hluhluwe, Ndumu and Tembe Elephant Park.
Languages spoken: English,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Tamboti Ridge Bed and Breakfast

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Suit press
      Additional charge
    • Packed lunches
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Zulu

    House rules

    Tamboti Ridge Bed and Breakfast takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free
    3 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 380 per child, per night
    13+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    100% per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash Tamboti Ridge Bed and Breakfast accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Tamboti Ridge Bed and Breakfast

    • The prices at Tamboti Ridge Bed and Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Tamboti Ridge Bed and Breakfast is 5 miles from the center of Pongola Game Reserve. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Tamboti Ridge Bed and Breakfast is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at Tamboti Ridge Bed and Breakfast include:

      • Twin/Double

    • Tamboti Ridge Bed and Breakfast offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Swimming pool
      • Horseback riding

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.