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With its hugely spacious luxury suites, superbly personal service and an ever-growing reputation for quality dining, 57 Waterberg is well worth its place in...
CLOSED DUE TO FLOODS UNTIL END OCT. Fantastic 20-suite lodge boasting superb contemporary style and luxury which enjoys a stunning location under the shade...
Africa on Foot is all about experiencing the excitement of walking safaris - and let’s face it, little compares to the thrill of meeting...
Amakhala Safari Lodge boasts rustic rooms with a “half room/half tent” design, his ‘n’ hers outdoor showers and private plunge pools!
Intimate lodge overlooking a large waterhole providing excellent game viewing even from the comfort of the camp!
Becks is an interesting blend of old and new - the public areas boast unashamedly modern and contemporary styling and décor that'll appeal to...
Stunningly stylish contemporary lodge consisting of 12 luxurious and ultra-mod suites (10 with private plunge pools!) scattered on a hillside enjoying superb views over...
With just 23 rooms, Black Rhino fills the middle ground between the smaller, more boutique lodges found mainly in the Black Rhino reserve and...
This community owned and run lodge with a lovely location on a prominent ridge overlooking the western sector of Madikwe, underwent a major revamp...
Perched on the banks of the Mpanamana dam, the 5 romantic semi-tented suites of Camp Shawu are our first choice of accommodation amongst the...
Small and intimate camp consisting of just 5 spacious tented suites located in a private concession area in the Kruger renowned for delivering excellent...
INCLUDES DRINKS! 10 luxurious free standing Luxury Suites built on an open plain with floor to ceiling glazing overlooking a private waterhole, so you...
With 22 attractive tented rooms, this great value camp offers you excellent viewing of the Big Five in this most scenic of lowveld private...
Combines stylish contemporary suites (including gorgeous private plunge pools) with one of the busiest water holes in the Sabi Sands reserve!
INCLUDES DRINKS! Clifftop stands out for its stunning location, its 8 spacious room (with private plunge polls!) overlooking a spectacular gorge, as well as...
INCLUDES DRINKS! A superb riverside location + hugely luxurious and spacious suites + fantastic game viewing + unmatched intimacy (just 3 suites!) = SENSATIONAL!
INCLUDES DRINKS! The 6 luxurious newly renovated suites with (heated) private plunge pools looking out over the Mabrak riverbed provide a wonderfully romantic base...
INCLUDES DRINKS! One of our top luxury picks in the Sabi Sand with sensational views over the Sand River making game viewing an all-day...
The 5 lovely suites of Ekuthuleni enjoy a prime position on the game-rich plains of the central part of the Welgevonden reserve.
Great game viewing (courtesy of its envious location slap-bang amongst the most prestigious names of the Sabi Sands) combined with reasonable prices - if...
Accommodating just 10 guests in total, this is one of the most intimate lodges in Nambiti - guests rave about the warm hospitality whilst...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Garonga with its unusually styled and very attractive tented rooms was one of the pioneers of the "new style" safari experience when...
Once the private home of Motswari’s owners, the Geiger family, this is a gorgeous little lodge of just 5 rooms that boasts intimacy, character...
Strikingly contemporary styling and great views from its location perched over a riverbed are the key stand-outs of this simple and reasonably priced lodge.
INCLUDES DRINKS! A superb old-school luxury experience staying in 6 exquisite traditional safari tents, now with private plunge pools and outdoor salas so you...
CLOSED DUE TO FLOOD DAMAGE> Hideaways Amava River Lodge must boast one of the most "WOW" positions of any lodge in South Africa, it's...
This gorgeous little tented camp with just 4 stunning rooms is one of the undiscovered gems of the Eastern Cape – a stylish and...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Boasting its own unique character and style based on the culture of the local Shangaan people, Hoyo Hoyo offers guests a memorably...
INCLUDES DRINKS! An old favourite now newly updated with more luxurious accommodation with all Suites now boasting private plunge pools - and of course...
INCLUDES DRINKS! With 12 luxurious rooms boasting private plunge pools overlooking a riverbed - offers the chance for a romantic break at a surprisingly...
A superb choice for serious wildlife enthusiasts looking for superior game viewing as the guiding (including Shangaan trackers) is out of the top drawer!...
Something completely different - the first luxury tented camp in the Welgevonden! The 5 spacious tents are perfect for a romantic break with their...
With 64 luxurious suites this is more of a “bush hotel” which offers more facilities and activities than a traditional game lodge, if not...
This luxurious lodge (a member of the highly prestigious Relais & Chateaux) offers a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience to personally interact with a herd of...
CLOSED FOR REPAIRS AFTER FLOODING. INCLUDES DRINKS! A stylishly rustic concoction of canvas, stone and thatch with a funky Afro-Asian mix of vibrant colours,...
Gorgeous tented suites offering old world safari style and romance with contemporary luxury to guests who will also enjoy excellent game viewing!
DRINKS INCLUDED! One of THE most stylish designs of any game lodge in the country with extensive use of raw wood, a neutral colour...
INCLUDES DRINKS! With 62 luxurious suites positioned along the seasonal Kapama river, it’s ideally suited to guests (often younger couples and groups of friends)...
DRINKS INCLUDED! Wonderfully upgraded to a similarly stylish contemporary feel to sister camp Karula - the new Villas with their private pools are particularly...
The attractively styled new rooms now complement one of the most beautiful river front settings we’ve seen – there’s also very good game viewing...
Stunning rooms and great service are the stand-out features of this upmarket lodge overlooking a busy waterhole in the Timbavati.
Gracious old-style hospitality combines with the atmosphere of a 1920’s South African lowveld homestead (and fabulous game viewing!)
DRINKS INCLUDED! Offering jaw-dropping views from the infinity pool deck located on the top of a cliff overlooking the Klaserie River and the vast...
Just 5 suites in a stunningly pretty location overlooking the Kuvjename River – add in decent leopard sightings and the chance to track wild...
A quick 2-hour drive from Gauteng brings you to Kwa Maritane - the "Place of the Rock" - a 90 room bush-resort style lodge...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Intimate little bush camp of just 5 lovely tents offering a taste of old-fashioned safari style just 2 hours north of Johannesburg.
DRINKS INCLUDED! Forget jodhpurs, pith helmets or stiff upper lips – Ecca Lodge is youthful, relaxed, modern and trendy (and great for families too!)
DRINKS INCLUDED! The luxurious and hugely romantic Great Fish River Lodge is set along the lush green banks of the river after which it...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Stunning hilltop views from luxurious suites complete with private plunge pools set Leopard Hills apart from other top lodges!
INCLUDES DRINKS! Take in the gorgeous views of the Lebombo mountains from the private plunge pool or hammock on your deck at this 9-room...
Sensational location on top of a 100 foot high cliff overlooking the Palala river combined with some of the most gorgeously luxurious rooms in...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Stunning 9 room luxury lodge perfectly positioned on the banks of the Sabie river - watch the game come down to the...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Family owned lodge with a fantastic position on the banks of the Sabie River boasting some of the most attractive contemporary architecture...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Relax on your private wooden deck overlooking the Sabie river or chill in your private plunge pool as the animals come down...
Probably our pick of the Nambiti lodges - the 10 very spacious and luxurious air-conditioned suites at Lions Valley are cleverly decorated to give...
DRINKS INCLUDED! Lovely lodge which is the most easily accessible of all the private Kruger concessions - 15 000 hectares of prime Big 5...
CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS 1 JUNE - 5 JULY. INCLUDES DRINKS! Our choice as arguably THE most stylish and luxurious lodge in the Pilanesberg –...
With its close proximity to Gauteng and excellent affordability, the “bush hotel” style Mabula has undergone a recent stylish contemporary makeover that makes it...
INCLUDES DRINKS! One of the most stylish and luxurious of all the Madikwe lodges - gorgeous suites complete with private plunge pools on your...
Oozes authentic African style using natural materials like tree trunks in a rustic but very stylish way and combining this with all the latest...
CLOSED DUE TO FLOOD DAMAGE. Excellent value for money a serious draw-card at this 30-room "bush hotel" style lodge - the contemporary styling of...
CLOSED DUE TO FLOOD DAMAGE. One of the first South African game lodges to break away from traditional architecture and feature ground breaking styling...
Supremely stylish and luxurious new lodge of just 7 gorgeous suites that is arguably now THE top lodge in the famous Timbavati reserve.
Unapologetically traditional in style, Makweti really delivers a quality safari experience with elegantly luxurious accommodation (including private plunge pools for 4 of its 5...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Set overlooking a stunning view of a truly spectacular valley, the gorgeous contemporary styling makes this one of the most attractive lodges...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Situated beneath the towering Waterberg Mountains in a malaria-free reserve boasting the Big Five and spectacular landscapes, we really love the superbly...
INCLUDES DRINKS! The 7 gorgeously stylish and luxurious new tents, boasting light oak wooden floors and feature walls, are the star of the show...
DRINKS INCLUDED! A stunningly stylish and luxurious new lodge of 5 gorgeous suites in the private Black Rhino reserve area that will delight fans...
Lying on the banks of the White Umfolozi river, Mthembu is a stunning new upmarket lodge of just 9 suites that has immediately elevated...
INCLUDES DRINKS! One of the most stylish and upmarket lodges in the Nambiti reserve boasting superb views out over the southern reaches of the...
Intimate lodge of just air-conditioned 7 rooms which enjoys a prime position right in the heart of this up-and-coming and very scenic Big Five...
Previously known as Camp Ndlovu, this is a lovely upmarket lodge in traditional style with a gorgeous deck perched literally above an active waterhole...
An understated lodge that delivers wonderfully warm personal service and an authentic bushveld experience - gets consistent rave reviews from guests!
A classic colonial-style South African safari camp with 21 elegant suites located in one of the very best game viewing areas in the country!
A wonderfully chic and stylishly contemporary take on the traditional tented safari lodge, Ngala Tented Camp also delivers great game viewing in its exclusive...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Attractive tented camp with a beautiful location along the banks of the Komati River in a scenic reserve full of big game...
Enjoy a family safari in your own exclusive-use house -this comfortable house is reasonably priced for a family safari - there are 2 downstairs...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Personally run by the Notten family, this charmingly simple camp offers a romantic and truly authentic bush experience with breathtaking Big 5...
Nungubane is known for the warmth of its welcome, the friendliness of its staff, and for its magnificent, tranquil ambiance.
CLOSED DUE TO FLOOD DAMAGE UNTIL END MAY. Lovely tented camp in a superb location on the banks of the Luvuvhu in the scenic...
CLOSED CURRENTLY DUE TO FLOOD DAMAGE. With frankly jaw-dropping views from its 4 gorgeously contemporary-style open bedrooms perched high above the Luvuvhu river in...
Zen inspired glass-walled suites on stilts nestled within an ancient sand forest are some of the most stylish and unique rooms in South Africa!
Poised majestically on the crest of a mountain with soaring views, this is the most family orientated of the Phinda reserve’s lodges.
With just 6 luxurious suites carved into Phinda's rocky hillside, Rock Lodge offers up unusual Mexican adobe-inspired architecture.
CURRENTLY CLOSED UNTIL END MAY FOR REFURB. Overlooking an open wetland complete with a watering hole, this wonderfully stylish and private lodge brings you...
An attractive and charming camp in a scenic riverbank location on a prime Kruger concession just north of Skukuza – attractive and luxurious yet...
Modern and very stylish contemporary lodge – the first to offer guests an upmarket private lodge experience in the famous Hluhluwe-Umfolosi reserve.
Here at Bushscapes we make no secret of the fact that we LOVE tented camps – for an absolute cracker, look no further than...
Step (literally!) into the wild bushveld for an exciting, adrenaline pumping experience walking in a prime game area of the Kruger!
INCLUDES DRINKS! Cool off in the heat of summer in your own private plunge pool (now heated!); in winter return to the warmth of...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Wonderfully stylish upmarket lodge of just 6 gorgeous suites joins the very top rank of Timbavati lodges – we love the compact...
With its 20 stylish and spacious tented rooms, Safari Plains is the new luxury lodge option that was previously missing at the Mabula reserve.
CLOSED FOR REFURB FROM 28 JAN - 14 APRIL. INCLUDES DRINKS! Stunning modern tented lodge that brilliantly manages to break the traditional tented game...
Family-run with 5 tented rooms and gorgeous deck overlooking a waterhole - a wonderfully personal bush experience that is both stylish and authentic -...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Unusual but very attractive half-tented rooms, superb game viewing and fantastic service and little touches make a stay here a memorable experience!
If it’s space you’re after then look no further than the huge 120 m2 suites at Sediba! Add in your own private Jacuzzi on...
INCLUDES DRINKS! An old favourite in Thornybush has been transformed with stunningly contemporary new rooms exhibiting a stylish Afro-Scandi modernism. Serondella is also unusual...
Completely different to traditional game lodges as it’s more like a stylish, contemporary and luxurious boutique resort set in the bush - great Spa...
The 5 stone-clad suites make this a wonderfully intimate and classy lodge – sit back and relax on the wooden viewing deck overlooking the...
Winner of the World's Leading Luxury Lodge in 2018 and 2019, this stunning contemporary ultra-luxury lodge in the Sabi Sand reserve is now available...
INCLUDES DRINKS! One of our favourites - when you’re not on the trail of big cats, your lovely deck with private plunge pools and...
DRINKS INCLUDED! This very elegant 8-roomed lodge, set in a gorgeous indigenous garden overlooking a floodlit waterhole, is in many ways the quintessential classic...
DRINKS INCLUDED! Gorgeous contemporary tents complete with private plunge pools are the standout feature here along with the commanding hilltop position with views of...
DRINKS INCLUDED! One of our favourite lodges of all with a stunning riverside location with close-up waterhole views - a recent stylish design revamp...
DRINKS INCLUDED! Overlooking a large dam, this modern 8-roomed lodge caters for both families (half the rooms are family suites) as well as couples...
The first tented camp in Nambiti, Springbok Lodge is also always one of the most reasonably priced lodge options in this popular and easily...
Located on the game-rich Zuka reserve within the Munyawana conservancy, the 8 attractively contemporary rooms at Sungulwane are a more budget-friendly but still high-quality...
INCLUDES DRINKS! With its more contemporary styling and decor this is one of the top lodges in the Pilanesberg with just 5 absolutely gorgeous...
INCLUDES DRINKS! One of the most stunning transformations we've ever seen, this legendary old tented camp rebuilt in 2023 now boasts 9 superbly luxurious...
andBeyond's flagship new Sabi Sands lodge boasts 9 incredibly stylish and luxurious suites with private plunge pools overlooking the Sand River - wonderfully elegant...
CLOSED CURRENTLY FOR REPAIRS AFTER FLOODING. Community-owned lodge with 12 gorgeous tented rooms - wonderfully warm and hospitable staff and great value for money!
Laze in your sala or take a dip in your private plunge pool – the 9 gorgeous and wonderfully spacious villas are some of...
Gorgeous tented suites that evoke a real ambiance of the bygone days of colonial safaris in style (but without the much higher prices of...
DRINKS INCLUDED! This elegant and understated lodge of 6 spacious suites on the banks of the Klaserie river delivers an exclusive and unrushed safari...
CLOSED CURRENTLY DUE TO FLOOD DAMAGE. Soak up the 180 degree views from the spectacular cliff top location overlooking the Luvuvhu River below –...
INCLUDES DRINKS! A recent extensive facelift has brought a bold and fresh new look to this old favourite (it was opened way back in...
SLEEPS 10. The perfect exclusive-use bush house overlooking an active waterhole in a prime Big Five area – ideal for that special gathering of...
Wonderfully stylish and luxurious lodge with private plunge pools - it also offers perhaps the least crowded and rushed safari experience in the Kruger...
Long regarded as one of the most prestigious lodges in the Pilanesberg, the luxurious rooms at Tshukudu are set high on a hilltop with...
With just 5 lovely suites on a hillside giving wonderful views of the mountains of the Waterberg, this is a great choice for couples...
INCLUDES DRINKS! A recent makeover has resulted in this 16-guest capacity lodge now boasting much more stylish and contemporary wonderfully suites complete with private...
INCLUDES DRINKS! Charmingly authentic and back to basics bush lodge – think no electricity - Umlani delivers hugely on atmosphere and offers a memorable...
Umzolozolo with its 8 luxurious suites was the first lodge opened on the Nambiti Reserve back in 2005 and remains one of the best!
The 8 spacious suites (all with private plunge pools!) look out over an active waterhole and grassy plain with great views of the Drakensberg...
One of the most charming and attractive of the Thornybush lodges – with just 4 luxurious rooms you’re assured of an intimate and personal...
Unique experience with its unusual but very comfortable tented rooms on stilts looking out over a gorgeous plain with a busy waterhole!