Mpumalanga, Komatipoort, Komati River
River Hill Lodge sits on the Komati River near Komatipoort in Mpumalanga. Stay in chalets or hotel rooms and fish for tigerfish from the bank or a guided boat.
The lodge is on the Komati River at the Crocodile River confluence, about 12 km from Kruger Park and 2.5 km from the Mozambique border. Tigerfish are the main target. The venue supports catch and release only. You can fish from the river bank or book a guided boat trip with rods and bait supplied. Best tiger fishing runs from September to May, but warm weather allows year-round trips. Barbel also occur in the river. Confirm session times with the venue before you book.
River Hill Lodge has single-room hotel chalets and larger self-catering chalets with air conditioning, DSTV, and private braai areas. The property has a swimming pool, licensed bar, restaurant, open-air boma, conference centre, and complimentary WiFi. Sunset cruises and birding walks are also offered. Day visitors are welcome for tiger fishing without staying overnight. Guided morning, afternoon, and full-day fishing sessions include a river guide, rods, bait, and the boat. Self-guided bank fishing is also available on the lodge grounds with braai facilities along the river. Prices and rules: - Guided fishing, morning or afternoon session: adult R700 per person, child age 4 to 8 R480 per person - Guided fishing, full day: adult R980 per person, child age 4 to 8 R700 per person - Guided fishing is priced per fisherman and includes a river guide, rods, bait and the boat. Gratuity, drinks and food are extra - Non-fishing guest on a guided trip, morning or afternoon: adult R450, child R350 - Non-fishing guest on a guided trip, full day: adult R650, child R480 - Sunrise cruise, no fishing, subject to availability: adult R450, child R350 - Sunset cruise, no fishing, subject to availability: adult R450, child R350 - Self-guided fishing spot, full day: adult R150, child age 4 to 8 R100, bring your own gear, refundable key deposit R100 - Sessions run morning 06:00 to 12:00, afternoon 12:00 to 18:00, full day 06:00 to 18:00 in summer, and slightly shorter in winter - Lodge rooms: confirm the price with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 23 October 2026.
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