Skukuza Hotel Progress (Kruger National Park)

[Lisbeth]

a soft launch.

It sounds as if they are doing it deliberately

stays between 30 December 2019 to 31 January 2020

When will that be exactly

limited services and restaurant and catering will not be available.........

A bottle of water?

a 3-star facility offering 4-star service

Still to be seen. For now they are only empty words


How far is the lodge from restaurants and shops? I wonder if they will have a taxi service on the 31st December

[Richprins]

It is a stiff walk away from the facilities...

[Richprins]

An idea of what the kitchen looks like:

https://www.leadcatering.co.za/news/sku ... tallation/

[Alf]

An idea of what the kitchen looks like:

https://www.leadcatering.co.za/news/sku ... tallation/

Set to open early 2019

[Richprins]

Rough timeline:

2011

- Hotel appears in SANParks development strategy - Cost R165,000,000

http://www.sanparks.org/assets/docs/abo ... 6-2017.pdf


2013

Public Participation Applications Invited - https://africawild-forum.com/viewtopic.php?f=299&t=1919


Cost rises to R 200 000 000. Completion date 31 March 2015 - https://africawild-forum.com/viewtopic. ... 9&start=30


2014

Public Participation initiated: https://africawild-forum.com/viewtopic. ... &start=100

Completion date set at 2017. Cost R240 000 000
First indication that hotel is to target "multicultural" market in addition to conference-goers and tourists: https://africawild-forum.com/viewtopic. ... &start=170


2015

Further reference to "black Diamonds" as target market. Main Public Participation meeting: https://africawild-forum.com/viewtopic. ... &start=270

SANParks states that the Hotel may be privatised in future.


2017

Construction begins in April: https://africawild-forum.com/viewtopic. ... &start=400

Completion date final quarter 2018. https://www.traveller24.com/Explore/Bus ... 8-20170221

2018

Sod-turning ceremony in February
Tender for Managing Agents issued in August https://africawild-forum.com/viewtopic. ... &start=460

Cost R269,5 Million.

2019


Managing Agent (Operator) tender awarded. Completion delayed to May. https://lowvelder.co.za/470601/skukuza- ... on-opened/

May - Operator withdraws bid. https://africawild-forum.com/viewtopic. ... &start=510

August - Tenders issued for catering at hotel by SANParks

Job vacancies advertised for Hotel Staff by SANParks https://africawild-forum.com/viewtopic. ... &start=540

November - Chief Contractor Concor declares dispute with SANParks over R8.05 Million penalty for alleged non-completion of work. SANParks employs emergency supplier to redo compliance certificates meant to be provided by unpaid subcontractors so as to enable opening.

[Lisbeth]

Developed as accommodation for the internationally acclaimed conference venue in Skukuza, this lodge will quickly become a must-see with unique decor and amazing food. It is set to open early 2019. This lodge will add to Kruger National Park’s already excellent accommodation selection.

You make me laugh

The decor is certainly unique

[Richprins]

[Alf]

Can't wait to go

[harrys]

Looks like they are desperate to get bookings

[Richprins]

Let's see. I suspect the first "guests" will be quite artificial!


https://skukuzalodge.com/

Rates are not public yet, have requested!


https://skukuzalodge.com/rates


Facilities
Sisonke Bar and Veranda

Sit back, relax and enjoy a refreshing beverage in the exquisitely decorated Sisonke Bar. Alternatively, guests can get comfortable and have a drink on the veranda, overlooking the gardens, pool and magnificent Baobab.
Gym

No need to skip out on your exercise routine whilst travelling. The well-equipped gym caters for any fitness buff with a range of cardio-, strength- and functional equipment.
Swimming Pool

Enjoy a refreshing dip in the sparkling blue pool during a warm bushveld day. The swimming pool is situated next to the gym and is suitable for training and recreational swimming.
Mondzo Meeting Room

The Mondzo Meeting Room is a well-appointed space that provides both a lounge area and a more formal seated section, ideal for meetings, discussions, presentations, and interviews.
Mooka Outdoor Area

The vibrant Mooka Area is a functional outdoor entertainment section, overlooking the gardens and is ideal for private events, parties and small functions.
Concierge Service

Our convenient concierge service provides our guests with personal assistance in arranging various tasks such as arranging transport, planning activities, etc.

https://skukuzalodge.com/the-lodge