Karibu Leisure Resort

Upon arrival - There is no one on premises it looks deserted. There is no actual restaurant on premises it is the buffet breakfast area. The rooms were basic to say the least. Had to move 3 times to get a room that was functional. It did not have a curtain or blind in the bathroom. Had to get maintenance to put a handle on the shower door. TV remote was gone - Could not get it to work. Earrings was stolen by cleaning staff, when asked the response was "The cleaning staff must have taken it" and the staff went on with their mobile phones while sitting in the sun. Took 4 phone calls and an email to get an invoice - Still did not receive it.

A wonderful place for a bosberaad. The food is amazing. I am a foodie and love vegan meals. This place caters for all. Meat eaters, vegetarians and vegans. Great food with just herbs and salt. The accommodation is of high standard. There is a choice of a hotel or chalets. The people are caring and warm. Just 20km out of Tzaneen town and an hour and half drive from Polokwane. It’s a great place to go just to unwind.

I had my own doubts before visiting here. Here's how the story goes, the lady who works at reception during the day needs serious training. 1. We made a booking through their online booking form on the website, called to find out if she received it. She said she's not sure if that works or not. We forgave her, as these things happen. 2. Emailed her, she didn't get back to us. When I called asking of my booking was confirmed, she told me, the email is not in her mailbox, this time patience was wearing thin, I resent and when she eventually received it, instead of confirming my booking, she sent me a message "Thank you for your business". Eventually, the night of 03 November arrived, when I got there, the manager on duty was just sooooooo helpful. The initial room he allocated us had no bathtub, he went out of the call of duty, going from room to room, till he found us a decent room. Bless this man. The rooms are very huge, and clean. The restaurant staff is also friendly, they offer both cold and hot breakfast.You have a choice between the lodge side and the hotel side, and both are equally great. Nice garden and hall for functions.Unlimited high speed internet at the lodge and restaurant side.