Mbazo Safari Lodge

Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rand • Subject to availability
Description	1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
VILLA Per person per night (sharing)	R6 900
VILLA Solo traveler	R9 500
PREMIER SUITE - 2 people sharing	R15 950
CHILD* (6-11*) - p/child p/n	R3 460
FAMILY VILLA (2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms) Maximum Occupancy of Family Villa: 5 pax
VILLA RATE (2 Bed +2 bath,Based on 4 guests)	R27 700
ADDITIONAL CHILD (Applies to 5th person sharing between 6 - 11 yrs of age inclusive) - p/child p/n	R3 460

Look at our Special Offers for SA Residents under our special offers section!

Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rand • Subject to availability
Description	1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
VILLA Per person per night (sharing)	R6 200
VILLA Solo traveler	R8 550
PREMIER SUITE - 2 people sharing	R14 355
CHILD* (6-11*) - p/child p/n	R3 115
FAMILY VILLA (2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms) Maximum Occupancy of Family Villa: 5 pax
VILLA RATE (2 Bed +2 bath,Based on 4 guests)	R24 930
ADDITIONAL CHILD (Applies to 5th person sharing between 6 - 11 yrs of age inclusive) - p/child p/n	R3 115

Every Meal is a Delicious And Memorable Celebration

Dining, which is as much a part of your safari experience as the safari itself, provides you with the gourmet Big Five: Safari halt. Breakfast. Lunch. Tea in the afternoon. Dinner.  

RESTAURANT SHONGOLOLO IS A GOURMET ADVENTURE
A Gourmet Adventure Awaits

From start to completion, dining at Restaurant Shongololo is a gourmet adventure. Guests are served various dishes in theatrical settings, sparking all their senses and making the dining experience thrilling and interactive.

To get to the gallery and the restaurant beyond, you must first visit a modern grange’s veranda. Mbazo House was deliberately constructed to set the tone for Restaurant Shongololo’s elegant dining experience. It was named after the Great Kruger Tusker, which inspired architect Francois van der Westhuizen’s dramatic modern safari style. Dining at Shongololo is a delicious adventure from start to finish with an emphasis on traditional African flavours. Guests are offered a variety of foods in theatrical settings, which stimulate all of their senses and make the eating experience exciting and participatory.

Restaurant Shongololo is only open for lunch to non-resident guests on occasion, depending on availability. Lunch appointments can be made up to three months in advance. Please contact the staff at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to make a reservation or for further information on arriving to Mbazo by road or air.

Rooms: Five Two-Sleeper Chalets with King Sized Beds

Bathroom: Freestanding Bath & Outdoor Shower
 
Airconditioning:  Fully Fitted

In-Room Facilities: Telephone, Hairdryers and Safe in Room

Personal Fridge: In-Room Personal Fully Stocked Bar

WiFi: Free Superfast Uncapped WiFi

Spa: Expert Wellness Therapists provide in-room spa and beauty treatments

Pool: Serviced Guest Pool with Loungers and Towels

Dining: Gourmet Big Five: Safari halt. Breakfast. Lunch. Tea in the afternoon. Dinner. to enjoy at the Viewing Terrace

Mbazo Gallery: Wonderful souvenirs, art, apparel, and everyday necessities

Everyone’s Welcome: Suitable for Guests with Disabilities

General Facilities

• Bar / Lounge
• Secured parking
• Free parking
• Laundry service
• Restaurant
• Room service
• WIFI
• Wheelchair access

 The weather  

The average maximum temperature ranges from 21°C/70°F in July to 35°C/95°F in January, with the lowest average minimum temperature happening in July.

The region is semi-arid, with an average annual rainfall of 500mm (20in), the most of which falls during the summer months (December – February)

Rain is usually in the form of thundershowers, with a downpour that lasts no more than a few minutes.

Located

Mbazo Safari Lodge is located on Black Rhino, a privately controlled 2100ha part of the Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa.

Best Time to Visit

The animals in Pilanesberg National Park are non-migratory, as a result, rather than changing with the seasons, the safari experience continues to evolve throughout the year.

The optimal time to go birdwatching is from October to April.

Can the Whole Lodge be Booked?

Absolutely! The intimate lodging is inspired by the Red-Billed Buffalo Weaver. This bird has been observed in small family groups or in large flocks, thus you as a discerned guest can book the lodge as a couple, family or large flock, capable to serve up to 10 callers.
 
Is the Lodge Family Friendly?

Definitely! The resort welcomes guests of all ages.

There's also the Eco Garden's children's amusement and education area — the hub of fun and games.

Malaria Free Lodge

Our setting provides us an advantage in the healing stakes: we're in a tranquil hideaway surrounded by the boundless green of the Pilanesberg Crater — the color of wellbeing. There are in-suite spa therapies and yoga mats available, and you can keep the doors open in perfect seclusion, enabling the soundtrack of birdsong to stream in.

This sensation of well-being isn't restricted to massages and sun salutations; healthful food, luxurious accommodations, and personalized service round out the experience.

A Once-In-A-Lifetime Safari Adventure
There's no better place to celebrate your occasion than with a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that will provide you and your partner or friends with an unforgettable experience – and a Mbazo Safari is at the top of the bucket list.

Private dinners, private lodging, customized experiences, and leisure... we'll make it all you want it to be - and more, with a few surprises thrown in for good measure. All you have to do is send out invitations and pack your luggage, and we'll take care of the rest.

With only five full-service lodges on this 2100ha privately managed reserve, guests can expect a very personal safari experience. Being out here on your own, exploring the huge wilderness of mountains, plains, and the Pilanesberg crater, is humbling.
You'll get up close and personal with some of Africa's most spectacular animals.

Check-in 14:00 Check-out 11:00

KINDLY NOTE

• Rates exclude a Black Rhino Reserve Conservation Levy per person per night
• Rates are quoted per night in South African Rand (ZAR) and are inclusive of 15% Value Added Tax (VAT)
• MBAZO SAFARI LODGE Terms and Conditions apply
• Exclusive use rate of MBAZO SAFARI Lodges is available on request and subject to availability
• Two-night minimum stay applicable
• Children OF ALL AGES are welcome at MBAZO SAFARI Lodge
• Children older than twelve years of age are seen as adult paying full rate
• If one adult and one child share a Villa: Adult pays per person sharing rate and child pays the CHILD rate*
• Two children under eleven years of age are allowed to share a room with 2 full paying adults
• Family Room: 1- 4 Guests (2 adults + 2 children OR 4 adults in total)

Rates Inclusions

• Accommodation at Mbazo Safari Lodge includes two daily game drives on an open Safari vehicle.
• Children under the age of 12 are not permitted on the morning and afternoon game drives. We do provide a 40 - 45-minute morning Bumble Bee Drive for children.
• Game Drives for Families with Children are offered for an additional fee.
• If parents prefer to participate in the game drives, child minder services are also offered at an additional cost.
• All meals and beverages excluding premium brands
• Wi-Fi connection is provided.
• VAT

Rates Exclusions

• Purchases from the curio shop
• Premium beverage list
• Spa treatments
• Transport to and from the reserve
• Tourism levy, airport taxes and landing fees, where applicable
• Pilot accommodation
• Walking Safaris
• Black Rhino reserve levy per nighthildren of all ages are welcome.

Child Policy

• All ages welcome
• 12 years and older: ADULT rate applies and permitted on game drives

Deposit Policy

For all bookings made within 60 days of travel
Full payment Is required within 3 days of your booking.
For all bookings made more than 60 days of travel
A 50% deposit Is required within 3 days of your booking and the balance 60 days prior to arrival.
Payment can be made via bank transfer, credit card (Master/Visa) or bitcoin.

Cancellation Terms

All cancellations must be given in writing
Cancellation fees:

• If cancelled up to 61 days prior to arrival, 10% cancellation fee of the full booking value (inclusive of VAT) will be charged
• If cancelled 31 to 60 days prior to arrival, 25% cancellation fee of the full booking value (inclusive of VAT) will be charged
• If cancelled 15 to 30 days prior to arrival, 75% cancellation fee of the full booking value (inclusive of VAT) will be charged
• If cancelled 14 days or less prior to arrival, 100% cancellation fee of the full booking value (inclusive of VAT) will be charged
• A 10% admin fee will be retained for cancellations made after the card has been charged.

Admire the beauty and richness of our natural heritage as we embark on National Environment Month this June. With almost 10 percent of the world's bird, fish, and plant species, and an equally impressive presence of mammal and reptile species, South Africa stands as a beacon of biodiversity on the global stage.

Our ecosystems play a vital role in sustaining life itself. They are the guardians of our water, purifiers of our air, and custodians of our soil. They recycle precious nutrients, offer resources that shape the very fabric of our civilization and propel our economies forward, and provide sustenance for our minds, bodies, and souls. The undeniable truth is that the environment and its intricate ecosystems are irreplaceable treasures that hold the key to our future.

At Mbazo Lodge, we embrace the responsibility to safeguard our ecosystems. Our commitment to environmental conservation is interwoven into the fabric of our lodge. Every step we take is infused with eco-conscious practices, ensuring that our presence has a minimal impact on this delicate balance.
We invite you to experience the beauty of nature at Mbazo Lodge and discover the profound connection that binds us to our Earth.

Celebrate Father's Day in style and sophistication at Mbazo Lodge, where luxury meets heartfelt appreciation. Go beyond traditional gestures and treat your dad to an extraordinary experience surrounded by the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Pilanesberg National Park.

Our spacious and opulent accommodations provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable retreat. With breath taking views of the African wilderness, plush amenities, and attentive service, your dad will feel like a true king in his own kingdom.
Give your father the gift of a lifetime that reflects his remarkable presence in your life with an escape to Mbazo Lodge, where every detail is tailored to create memories that will last a lifetime. Let us create an unforgettable experience that will leave him feeling cherished and appreciated.

Celebrate Father's Day in style and sophistication at Mbazo Lodge, where luxury meets heartfelt appreciation. Go beyond traditional gestures and treat your dad to an extraordinary experience surrounded by the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Pilanesberg National Park.

Our spacious and opulent accommodations provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable retreat. With breath taking views of the African wilderness, plush amenities, and attentive service, your dad will feel like a true king in his own kingdom.
Give your father the gift of a lifetime that reflects his remarkable presence in your life with an escape to Mbazo Lodge, where every detail is tailored to create memories that will last a lifetime. Let us create an unforgettable experience that will leave him feeling cherished and appreciated.

Room Features

• King Sized Bed
• Reading Nook
• Blackout Curtains
• Shaded Veranda
• Large Wardrobe
• Freestanding Bath
• Walk-in & Outdoor Shower
• Complimentary Toiletries
• Hair Dryer
• Free Wifi
• Fully Stocked Mini Fridge
• Personal Safe
• Airconditioning & Ceiling Fan

Lodge Features

• Free Parking
• Gift Shop
• Children Activities
• Expert Wellness Therapists
• Couples Massage
• All Meals Included
• Large Outdoor Boma
• Pool with a View
• Bar / Lounge Area
• Twice Daily Game Drives
• Sun Loungers & Towels
• Handicap Friendly
• Wine / Champagne
• Outdoor Dining Area

Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rands • Subject to availability•
Rates valid from 1 Nov 2023 to 31 Oct 2024
Minimum 2 night Stay All Rates are Dinner. Bed & Brakfast
Room Category	Single Adult Rate	Sharing Adult Rate
Deluxe Room & Garden Cottage  - (Sleep max 2) - Weekends	R3 625	R2 175
Deluxe Room & Garden Cottage  - (Sleep max 2) - Midweek	R3 510	R2 055
Standard Rooms, Garden Suites, Executive Rooms -  Weekends	R3 385	R1 995
Standard Rooms, Garden Suites, Executive Rooms -  Midweek	R3 260	R1 875

Rates valid from 1 Nov 2023 to 31 Oct 2024
Two Night Packages	Per Person sharing
DBB & Game Drive	R4 635
DBB & Ellie Experience & Full Body Massage	R5 605
DBB & Game Drive & Ellie Experience	R5 365
DBB & Game Drive & Ellie Experience & Full Body Massage	R6 095

These rates are based on our Deluxe Rooms - should they not be available you will be allocated a Standard Room at a 10% discount. 

Single rates on request

Rates valid from 1 Nov 2023 to 31 Oct 2024
Two Night Packages	Per Person sharing
DBB & Game Drive	R4 635
DBB & Ellie Experience & Full Body Massage	R5 605
DBB & Game Drive & Ellie Experience	R5 365
DBB & Game Drive & Ellie Experience & Full Body Massage	R6 095

These rates are based on our Deluxe Rooms - should they not be available you will be allocated a Standard Room at a 10% discount. 

Single rates on request

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Combining modern day comforts with historic charm, the four-starAfrican Hills Safari Lodge & Spa accommodates up to 48 singles or 96 guests sharing. Guests can choose from an array of accommodation options, including standard rooms, deluxe rooms, garden cottages and garden suites.
 

We have two garden cottages available with views of the beautiful landscaped gardens and swimming pool. Each cottage can accommodate a total of 6 guests sharing in 3 bedrooms (double or twin), each room comes with an en-suite bathroom, some with a shower and some with a bathtub.

Indulge in pure luxury in our suite, overlooking the dam and mountain range. King size bed, TV, aircon, bathtub, shower, basin & toilet.

Garden Unit

Our garden suites are situated on the other side of the lodge in the beautiful landscaped gardens with views of the swimming pool. Each room can be made up as a double or twin. These rooms are newer and with more modern fittings compared to the rest of the lodge rooms.

Room Amenities

The rooms and suites at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa are conveniently equipped to ensure a comfortable stay in the bushveld. An array of amenities in each unit includes TVs, private patios, king size beds, air-conditioning and WiFi.

• Mini Bar stocked on RQ
• Tea & Coffee Station
  
• In Room Safe
• DSTV (Limited Channels)
• Patio
• Wifi
• Air Conditioner

African Hills Safari Lodge& Spa is situated within 6800 hectares of pristine wilderness known as the Plumari Private Reserve. Awe-inspiring African bushveld abounds and an abundance of flora and fauna call the area home, including over 80 different types of mammals and over 350 bird species.

GAME DRIVES

Our guided game viewing drives take place each day in the morning and afternoon, as this is when the animals are most active. You will be accompanied by a skilled ranger and guests can expect to encounter a diverse range of animals and bird species in a short period of time. Wildlife on the reserve includes the giraffe, eland, brown hyena, sable, hippo, kudu and blue wildebeest, buffalo and rhino. You may also see lion – these are however situated in a separate camp. Some of the smaller creatures you will encounter are aardvarks, porcupine, jackal, warthogs, mongooses and honey badgers. Cost: R510 pp (Valid until 31 Oct 2024)

A few nights away in the tranquillity of the African bush affords the ideal opportunity to relax and recharge. At our onsite spa, guests can choose from an array of indulgent treatments in the capable hands of our qualified spa therapists. Tucked away in a quiet corner of the property, the spa complex has four treatment rooms, two mani and pedi stations, an outdoor relaxation area, a private garden and a small pool.

SPA COMPLEX Nestled in a quiet corner of the property, the spa complex at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa has four treatment rooms, two mani and pedi stations, an outdoor relaxation area, a private garden and a small pool. TREATMENT OPTIONS FROM MASSAGES TO MANICURES Soothe away the stress of modern life and dissolve impurities under the gentle fingers of our experienced spa therapists. We provide an extensive treatment menu which includes various 30, 60 or 90min massages, tailor-made facials, grooming treatments and enticing spa packages. The benefits to both body and spirit will be truly rewarding. * Regrettably, the Spa does not accommodate children under 12 years of age SPA ETIQUETTE & GUIDELINES Treatments are carefully planned to accommodate the needs  of each guest, please allow enough time for your experience  and arrive 15 Min prior to your appointment. Late appointments will be completed in the allocated time  and the fee will remain unchanged. Please be sure to inform your therapist if you have any  allergies /injuries that may affect your chosen treatments or if  you are pregnant. A 50% deposit is required to secure your treatment reservation.  Please see your invoice for details. Please note that African Hills  Safari Lodge & Spa is a cashless property. Payment via EFT,  Debit card and all major credit cards are accepted. Please inform the spa at least 48 Hrs. in advance should you  wish to change or cancel your booking. No shows & late  cancellations will result in a 100% cancellation charge. We encourage you to leave any valuables at home to ensure  safe keeping. Please switch off your mobile phone while in the spa area. We offer a double treatment suite where you can enjoy  treatments with your partner or friend. Please be sure to let the  spa know should you wish to book this in advance. Subject to  avaiability. Proper swimwear must be worn at all times while enjoying our  Spa facilities. We will provide you with a locker, gown, slippers &  towels. Should you wish to enjoy breakfast or lunch with us, please  book 24 Hrs in advance & inform us of any specific dietary  requirements. Please note that African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa trades  Monday to Sunday 8h00 to 17h00.

Our weekly Sunday lunches are an unforgettable experience as diners gaze upon our two resident elephants while feasting on a mouth watering carvery buffet. The lodge is a short drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria, making this an idyllic day trip. As an added experience, guests have the opportunity to purchase a bucket of feed to give to the elephants. Cost: R425 pp (Valid until 31 Oct 2024)

Feel the wilderness underfoot on a guided bush walk with a trained ranger over the varying terrains of the reserve. This experience offers an intimate encounter with nature and wildlife, identifying animal tracks, dung, insects and birds en route, as well as medicinal and other plants. Gain a true perspective of the fauna and flora indigenous to this beautiful area. Cost: R454pp (Valid until 31 Oct 2024)

 

A tour around the highest point of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range, one of the oldest Mountain Ranges in the world. This is a hands-on experience of the geology, ancient stone tool workshop and pecked engravings where we visit a rain-making site which features a giant carved statue of a rain bull. Duration of Tour: 4 hours Minimum No of Guests: 2 Cost: R765 pp (Valid until 31 Oct 2024)

One of the most memorable and authentic experiences at African Hills Safari Lodge is the opportunity to discover San rock engravings (Petroglyphs) between 2000 and 8000 years old! A short guided walk to the top of a hill near the lodge reveals fascinating images of various animals carved into flat rocks. The Magaliesberg is the oldest mountain range on earth and the artists who created these engravings lived and worked in the Magaliesberg Valley between the Stone Age and Iron Age. Our experts will provide a detailed history of the area, pointing out all the interesting spots along the way. Cost: R425 pp (Valid until 31 Oct 2024)

Interestingly, the Plumari Private Reserve was the site of The Battle of Nooitgedacht in 1900 – the fiercest battle of the Anglo-Boer War in the Magaliesberg region. Forming part of the guerilla phase of the war, there were losses to both sides totalling 337 killed, wounded or captured. Led by Senior Guide Rob Milne, the 4-hour tour starts in Colonel Legge’s Mounted Infantry campsite just below the cliffs of Magaliesberg mountains, moves up the summit of Nooitgedacht tracing the progress of the Boer Commandos, and ends at the mountains’ highest point, where the British force held first before retreating. Cost: R765 pp (Valid until 31 Oct 2024) Sun – Fri / 08h00 – 12h00 / Min 2 pax / No children U12

  

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa boasts one of the largest private collections of ox wagons, carts and other animal drawn vehicles from the period 1800 – 1900. A few are situated throughout the lodge’s gardens, but most are housed in the onsite museum. Here, a variety of stone and iron-age artefacts are displayed, along with a number of relics from the Anglo-Boer War. Cost: Free

CONFERENCE ROOMS
Our modern conference centre features 5 well-appointed conference rooms which can be arranged in a variety of configurations, offering convenience and flexibility for corporate get-togethers. The upstairs conference venue opens up onto Azima Restaurant, Enzi Bar and viewing deck, while the ground floor venues have breathtaking views over the Magaliesberg mountain range. 

ACTIVITIES

We offer a number of team-building experiences to encourage staff bonding and boost morale during your stay. Options include scheduled guided game drives, hikes to discover our thousand-year-old San rock engravings, spa treatments, battlefield tours, ‘bush braais’ and elephant experiences. 

SUNDAY NIGHT BLUES
CONFERENCING SPECIAL
Starting your 24 hour conference on a Monday? Stay over on the Sunday night for free and only pay for your meals. T’s & C’s apply.

Capacity & Seating Chart

	Seating Capacities				Room Dimensions		Area
Room Name	U-Shaped	Scool Room	Theatre	Banqiet	Length (M)	Width (M)	M2
Akira	80	150	180	0	24.4	12.8	261.1
Akira can be subdivided into three venues depending on requirements
Akra 1	30	40	60	0	6.8	12.8	87
Akra 2	30	40	60	0	6.8	12.8	87
Akra 3	30	40	60	0	6.8	12.8	87
Amin	10	16	20	0	4.8	8.6	41.3
Fikira	20	30	50	0	7	8.6	60.2
Hakima	20	30	50	0	7	8.6	60.,

African Hills Safari Lodge offers a variety of packages to go with your Wildlife Conference Experience including:

In-House :

• Spa Treatments
• Teambuilding
• Game Drives
• Elephant Experiences
• Guided Nature Walks
• Potjiekos competition
• Bush survival Course
• Museum

Conference Portfolio
This Game Lodge situated on the Plumari Private Game Reserve in Magaliesburg, just over an hour from Johannesburg or Pretoria offers guests a memorable Big 5 wildlife experience within a malaria free environment.
A range of wildlife-based teambuilding experiences makes this venue stand out from the rest, and is within easy reach of both Johannesburg and Pretoria.
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa caters for meetings, conferences, teambuilding initiatives and training courses in both the main lodge and Day Visitors Centre. Spa relaxation is available to conference delegates after or during a day of meetings, or as a spa voucher reward for later use “While frequenting Askari and hosting a national conference we could not have asked for much more” Michelev892 from Midrand describes her conference experience on Tripadvisor. “From the reception, functions, meals, menus and every staff member encountered, we couldn’t have asked for more. The staff were exemplary.
Can’t wait to come again”.
Plumari Private Game Reserve is set within a pristine wilderness area of over 5000 hectares with natural African bushveld and an abundance of flora, fauna, birdlife and wildlife. Two game drives, each approximately 2 – 2,5 hours in duration, are scheduled daily. An elephant ‘touch and feed’ experience will make your conference unforgettable.
The main lodge, which is in fact the old Bodenstein family farmhouse, overlooks the Elephant Dam and invites guests to take a step back in time while admiring South African décor pieces dating back to the 1800’s. Slipper baths, a coal stove, wash stands, luggage chests, antique Oregon cupboards and tables are subtly placed within the four-star surrounding, to emphasize the captivating history of the Magaliesberg area.
African Hills Safari Lodge has one of the largest private collections of ox wagons, carts and other animal drawn vehicles from the period 1800 to 1900. A variety of items from the Boer War and San Bushmen rock carvings tell the history of the area, which is also known for the nearby Battle of Nooitgedacht. Examples are available in the museum, which is a popular venue for teambuilding or pre-dinner drinks. The Day Visitors Center is abundant with African symbology, rich earthy colours and unique African décor focal points. All conference venues are based at the Day Centre and afford great views of the Magalies mountain range and reserve.
We look forward to hosting you and your team.

RATE SHEET (Valid 1 November 2023 – 31 October 2024)

• 24 Hour Single R3 570 pp
• 24 Hour Sharing R3 025pp
• Includes meals, tea/coffees, accommodation & conference room & GAME DRIVE
• Day Conference Package R1 025 pp
• Includes lunch, teas/coffees, conference room

• Two swimming pools
• Restaurant & Terrace
• Pub
• Spa
• Bush Walks/Hikes
• Elephant Experiences
• Elephant Walks
• Game Drives
• Museum
• WiFi
• Chapel
• Curio Shop
• Conference Centre
• Airconditioned rooms

Indulge in a range of dishes from traditional fare to international cuisine at our Main Lodge and Azima restaurant. Our first class chefs invite you to experience a culinary world where Pan African meets traditional South African cuisine while watching the elephants play in the dam in front of the main lodge.

Lodge Restaurant & Terrace
Outdoor dining at its finest

Opening hours
Breakfast: 07h00 until 10h00
Lunch: 12h00 until 16h00
Dinner: 19h00 until 21h00

Bar
Mix, mingle & enjoy our extensive wine list & signature cocktails

Opening Hours
Monday through Sunday: 10h00 until late

Dress Code
Smart casual

SPAETIQUETTE & GUIDELINES

• Treatments are carefully planned to accommodate the needs  of each guest, please allow enough time for your experience and arrive 15 Min prior to your appointment.
• Late appointments will be completed in the allocated time  and the fee will remain unchanged.
• Please be sure to inform your therapist if you have any  allergies /injuries that may affect your chosen treatments or if  you are pregnant.
• A 50% deposit is required to secure your treatment reservation.  Please see your invoice for details. Please note that African Hills  Safari Lodge & Spa is a cashless property. Payment via EFT,  Debit card and all major credit cards are accepted. 
• Please inform the spa at least 48 Hrs. in advance should you  wish to change or cancel your booking. No shows & late  cancellations will result in a 100% cancellation charge.
• We encourage you to leave any valuables at home to ensure  safe keeping.
• Please switch off your mobile phone while in the spa area.
• We offer a double treatment suite where you can enjoy  treatments with your partner or friend. Please be sure to let the  spa know should you wish to book this in advance. Subject to  avaiability.
• Proper swimwear must be worn at all times while enjoying our  Spa facilities. We will provide you with a locker, gown, slippers &  towels.
• Should you wish to enjoy breakfast or lunch with us, please  book 24 Hrs in advance & inform us of any specific dietary  requirements.
• Please note that African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa trades  Monday to Sunday 8h00 to 17h00.

FACILITIES
Located in the heart of the lodge, the spa complex boasts 4 treatment rooms with a double outdoor shower and a separate men’s and ladies change rooms. The entire spa opens up on outdoor relaxation areas and private gardens.

PHILOSOPHY
Our core philosophy of natural health is based on nurture, inspiration and the use of mother Earth’s ingredients, to provide you with the most invigorating treatments imaginable. For centuries, African women have utilized natural herbal concoctions, creams and oils to enhance natural beauty and to maintain health. Found on our reserve the Wild Olive Tree, Artemisia Afra (Wormwood) and Aloe Vera have been well known for centuries for its healing properties. We now combine both ancient and contemporary techniques in a natural manner, designed to bring balance and harmony catering to the needs of every Individual.

Soothe away the stress of modern life and dissolve impurities, under the gentle fingers of our therapists. The benefits to body and spirit will be truly rewarding.

Askari Spa is a proud member of the South African Spa Association and strives to align itself with the principles and guidelines set by the association.

SPA CAFE
Nothing beats your own private little picnic after a relaxing Spa treatment. Let us spoil you with a picnic basket of your choice set up on the Spa lawn, complete with your own umbrella and picnic blanket. Click on the links below to view the menus and choose your picnic treat:

Situated in the heart of the lodge, the spa complex has fourtreatment rooms with separate men and ladies’ change rooms. The entire spa opens up on to an outdoor relaxation area, private garden and pool. Soothe away the stress of modern life and dissolve impurities, under the gentle fingers of our therapists. The benefits to body and spirit will be truly rewarding.

MASSAGE
Indian Head & Scalp (30min) R 505
Relaxing pressure point massage
Khoi Khoi Back (30/60 min) R 505 / R 820
Medium to deep back, neck & shoulder massage
African Touch (60/90 min) R 820 / R1 015
Signature African calabash massage
Rolling Sands (60/90 min) R 820 / R1 015
Medium to deep pressure massage
Ancient Scent (60/90 min) R 820 / R1015
Pre-blended aroma oils
Kalahari Sun (60/90 min) R 820 / R1015
Deep therapeutic massage using heated basalt stones
Bellabaci (6090 min) R 820 / R1015
Ancient cupping therapy
Pre-natal (60min) R 820
Relaxing pre-natal massage
Reflexology (30min) – subject to availability R 545
Stimulating pressure point treatment on the feet

FACIAL
Tailor made facials to suit your skin type
Classic Facials (60min) R 805
Hydrating, Balancing or Detoxing Skin treatment.
Advanced Facials (90min) R 945
Age defying, uplifting and youth enhancing
Facial Enhancers
Eye Slices Treatment R 200
Firming, Anti-aging mask R 135

BODY
African Cocoon (60min) R740
A healing wrap to soothe, hydrate and nourish the skin
Desert Glow Body Exfoliation (30min) R 460
A gentle exfoliation to soften, remove dead skin cells, hydrate and nourish.

SPA PACKAGES 1 Nov 2023 - 30 Oct 2024
NDLOVU (1 night Sun – Thu)- R4 670 pp sharing
Includes DBB, 60 min rolling sands massage, 60 min classical facial, 60 min spa pedicure and a game drive OR elephant experience + light lunch
UKULALA (1 night Sun – Thu) – R3 320 pp sharing
(2 nights Fri – Sun) - R5 455 pp sharing
Includes 60 min rolling sands massage, 60 min spa pedicure and a light lunch
Single rates on RQ

Includes:

• Rates are per person per night rate and includes breakfast and / or dinner.
• All of the above Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
• All rates include a 15% VAT.

Child Policy:

• African Hills Safari Lodge welcomes children,
• subject to availability of suitable accommodation.
• Maximum 2 children, including babies,
• sharing a bedroom with one or 2 adults are permitted.

Where bedrooms cannot accommodate children sharing with adults, 2 rooms need to be booked in which case the single rate would apply to children’s room.

Cancellation Policy

• Prepayment is refundable if we are notified (by email or fax) within the time period of the commencement of the say as follows:
• One month or more – 100%
• 14 days – 1 month – 50%
•   1 week – 14 days – 25%
• Less than one week – no refund
• All extras are to be settled prior to departure by cash or credit card

Deposit Policy

• For all bookings made within 30 days of travel
• Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).
• For all bookings made more than 30 days of travel
• A 50% deposit Is required within 24 hours of your booking and the balance 30 days prior to arrival. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

Terms & Conditions

Check in time is from 14h00

Check out time is before 11h00 on day of departure

You will be required to sign an indemnity on arrival

Please inform us timeously of any special dietary requirements

NO alcohol is to be brought on to the premises – we do have a bar

Mini-bars are available on request in your room

The 4* African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa, just over an hour fromJohannesburg and Pretoria, offers so much more than just a wildlife experience. Aside from being surrounded by tranquil bushveld teeming with wildlife and rich in history, African Hills understands your dreams and wishes and will go the extra mile to ensure that all of these come true. African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offers you the use of the Antique Style Chapel or, for the more adventurous bridal couple the use of our open-air forest venue. The wedding reception will take place at our Day Visitor Centre in either the Akira Function Venue or in the Azima Restaurant overlooking the majestic Mag aliesberg Mountain Range. The Lodge also offers accommodation for 96 guests in our chalets overlooking the Elephant Dam. Leisure activities for the bridal couple or their guests include African Hills Spa, Game Drives, Elephant Experiences and Hikes which may be booked at reception or with the wedding co-ordinator.

1 Nov 2023 – 31 October 2024 Venue hire for the Antique Chapel OR Forest Chapel, Azima Restaurant OR Akira Function Venue
January - April September - December	January - April September - December	May - August
Saturdays & Public Holidays	Monday - Fridays & Sundays	Monday – Sunday
R 45 500	R40 950 Mon - Fri R36 400 Sun	Charged at Sunday Venue Hire rate
Antique Chapel Min 40 – Max 120 | Bush Chapel Min 40 – Max 150 Azima Restaurant Min 40 – Max 80 | Akira Function Venue Min 40 – Max 150

Included in the Venue Hire:

Accommodation:

• Accommodation (dinner, bed & breakfast) for the bride the night before the wedding
• Accommodation for the groom (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast) the night before the wedding and day use for the day of the wedding.
• Accommodation (bed & breakfast) for the bridal couple on the night of their wedding including a bottle of Sparkling Wine

Bush Chapel:

• Wooden benches
• Wooden table under a gazebo for the minister
• Wooden table for the signing of the register
• Wooden table for the DJ

OR

Antique Chapel:

• Pews
• Wooden lectern for the minister
• Wooden table with a table cloth for the signing of the register

 Venue: Akira Function Venue OR Azima Restaurant

• Tables and chairs for pre-reception drinks (umbrellas are supplied in summer)
• Welcome drinks:
•  - Alcoholic & Non-alcoholic fruit punch in summer
•  - Gluhwein OR Sherry in Winter
• Round tables (seating max 10 guests) – 1.8m in diameter & 71cm high
• (In Azima Restaurant, we have long tables seating 12 – 14 guests. Round tables are available depending on number of guests)
• Main table (rectangular) with table cloth (trestle table 180 cm in length x 79 cm wide)
• Tablecloths and napkins
• Wooden or conference chairs
• Lectern for speeches
• Standard cutlery and crockery
• Wine glasses and champagne flutes
• Ice buckets with ice
• Back-up generator
• Full bar service
• Buffet set up with tablecloths (should you choose our buffet option)
• Square or oval cake table with a table cloth
• Gift table with a table cloth
• DJ table with a table cloth
• Duty Manager
• Waiters & barmen for a period of 8 hours, but not beyond 24h00 from the scheduled start time of the ceremony. We provide 1 waiter per table for a plated menu and 1 waiter per two tables for a buffet menu.
• Ample parking
• Set up of tables, chairs, cutlery and crockery (no décor)
• Air-conditioning in Akira Function Venue only
• Dance floor (5m x 5m)
• Use of the venue from 08h00 on the day of the wedding
• The unique opportunity to have your photos taken with the elephants (bridal couple only)
• A spa experience for the bride & groom, the day before the wedding
• Welcome/photo shoot canapés

Excluded from the Venue Hire

• Snack platters whilst getting ready are available at R280  per platter
• Accommodation for your guests at a special rate. It is advisable to book well in advance. A 50% deposit will be required to confirm bookings
• Menu selection
• All beverages, except included welcome drinks. You are welcome to bring your own wines and/or champagnes, should it not be available on the African Hills Safari Lodge’s wine list, however this will be subject to a corkage fee of R95 per bottle. Drinks to be supplied by the wedding party must be agreed upon with the Wedding Co-ordinator in advance. No other beverages may be brought on site
• PA System – the PA System and microphone for the ceremony and reception venue are to be supplied and set up by the DJ
• Screen and data projector are available at a rate of R850 for the two. TV, DVD and overhead projector are available at an additional cost
• Overlays/runners and tiebacks may be hired in on your behalf from independent suppliers at a 25% handling fee.
• Candles – no candles are allowed to be placed directly on the table linen
• Printing – menu cards, wine lists, name cards, seating arrangements and table numbers
• Draping, décor & flowers – draping, décor, fairy lights and flowers for the function are not included in the venue hire. All décor must be supplied by independent décor suppliers. All décor must be discussed with the Wedding Co-ordinator to ensure that no damage is done to the venue
• Cake stand/s
• Confetti – only bio-degradable items such as flower petals, oats, bubbles and popcorn may be used as confetti
• First year anniversary – contact us for a special rate

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa is situated next to the Cradle of Human Kind, a World Heritage site in the Magalies Meander and Crocodile Ramble region.

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa is easily accessible by road and within an hour’s drive from Johannesburg, South Africa. African Hills Safari Lodge is situated in the Plumari Private Reserve on 10,000 hectares of the African wilderness.

Directions to African Hills Safari Lodge
From OR Tambo International Airport
Follow sign to Johannesburg until you reach the interchange with the N1 highway. From there follow the sights N1 North/Roodepoort or N1 Pretoria. In other words, keep going straight initially, but then get into the left hand lane to take the slip road that turns hard to the left, do not continue on the main R24 road to Johannesburg.

The road will then turn in a circle and take you onto the N1 north, where you should follow it to Roodepoort past Sandton. Take the 14th Avenue off-ramp. At the next intersection (Hendrik Potgieter) turn right and go on the on-tamp onto Hendrik Potgieter and head towards Krugersdorp. Follow this road past Makro all the way to the N14/R28 traffic lights (a SASOL garage will be on the far left hand side of the intersection).

Continue straight over until you reach a T-Junction. Turn right at the T-Junction heading on the R563 to Hekpoort. Remain on the right hand side, do not take the N14 to the left. Follow the R563 over the Hekpoort hills towards the Magaliesberg. When you reach a T-Junction, turn left onto the R560. Remain on this road for about 8km (5 miels) until you see the Doornhoek (Plumari Africa/Plumari Game Lodge) turnoff to the right. Take this turnoff and continue on the dirt road for about 6km (3 miles) until you reach the Plumari Game Lodge on the right-hand side.

GPS Coordinates
25:55.35:68 S 27:32.46:29 E

Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rand • Subject to availability
Description	1 Jan 2024 to 31 Dec 2024
Exclusive Use (for 8 guests) * – Midweek (Sun-Thurs)	R15 600
Exclusive Use (for 8 guests) * – Weekend / Peak Period (Fri-Sat)	R18 000

A guest is any person that is 10 years and older.

*A maximum of 4 extra children per booking.

*The lodge has a Generator for backup power. The Generator will only run between 6 am and 10 pm in the evening. It will be up to the General Manager on site to determine the exact times the generator will run.
** Peak season rates apply on all RSA Public Holidays as well as during the following dates (start & end dates included):

** Peak season rates apply on all RSA Public Holidays as well as during the following dates (start & end dates included):

Jan 2024 – 16 Jan 2024, 20 Mar 2024 -3 Apr 2024, 15 Jun 2024 – 8 Jul 2024, 30 Sep 2024 – 1 Oct 2024, 14 Dec 2024 – 31 Dec 2024

Look at our Special Offers for SA Residents under our special offers section!

The main entertainment area is spacious and consists of a fully-fitted modern kitchen with a fridge and freezer. Boasting an automatic coffee machine, microwave and ice machine in the kitchen area, you can enjoy all of the conveniences of home-living without having to compete with other guests for the use of these facilities.

An eight-seater dining room forms the heart of the dining area, while the casual lounge lends itself to kicking-back and channel flicking – so now you can go on safari and get the score in the same weekend! The formal lounge is an area where you can relax and read, or head to the bar area for a few drinks. There are both wine and beverage fridges available for you to utilize on a self-stock basis.

The boma and braai area joins onto a large thatched lapa which offers casual seating and a large dining table for alfresco dining. If you’re not up for the afternoon game drive, spend your time lounging around the pool with a good book, or take a stroll to the thatched viewing-hide a few meters away. The lodge is surrounded by an electrified fence to keep you safe from the Big 5 animals that are regularly spotted in the area.

Take to the crystal-clear, blue water of the pool after a game drive, before enjoying an evening of stargazing, sipping drinks around the fire, and listening to the sounds of the African bush at night.

While Thutlwa Safari Lodge is available exclusively – guests can rest assured that a member of staff is on the premises 24 hours a day. The lodge is serviced daily for our guests’ convenience

Note: There is cell-phone coverage at the lodge, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi in the main area.

Family Friendly

The freedom that comes with booking an exclusive-use lodge means you get to enjoy the entire space without being concerned about other guests and how your holiday may impact them. By choosing Thutlwa Safari Lodge you get to choose your safari times and durations, as well as who accompanies you on your drive, with small children to join at parents’ discretion. If you’d prefer to stay at the lodge with your toddler or young child while others head out, the following items are available to you on request: High chair, baby monitor, plastic dishes and cutlery, sleeping cot.

Thutlwa Safari Lodge is fully-equipped to cater for groups and families looking to get away, safari-style. While the Lodge is fully serviced daily, you are invited to make full use of the facilities on offer on a self-catering basis. Shop in advance or do some last-minute provision shopping at the nearby convenience store.

If you’re looking to travel with young children or babies, the Black Rhino Game Reserve (as well as the greater Pilanesberg area) is a safe option as it’s one of the few Big 5 bushland areas deemed malaria-free.

ABOUT THE BLACK RHINO GAME RESERVE
Black Rhino is a private game reserve that forms an additional ‘corner’ on the Pilanesberg National Park. It is on the North West side of the Pilanesberg, with its own secured, private entrance that is situated on the western side of the reserve. While ecological conditions at Black Rhino are very similar to that of  Pilanesberg, a noticeable difference is the sweet veld vegetation which complements Pilanesberg’s predominantly mixed sour veld.

Lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, rhino (black and white) and the endangered African wild dog all roam free on the reserve. Welcome to Big 5 country! Antelope species to try and tick-off your sightings list include eland, sable, impala, gemsbok, tsessebe as well as springbok.

If you’re up for a challenge, keep your eyes peeled for the less popular ‘small 5’, namely the elephant shrew, the antlion, the buffalo weaver, the leopard tortoise and the rhino beetle.

As per the Lodges’ namesake giraffes are also abundant on this reserve. There are over 354 bird species waiting to be spotted and identified by those avid bird enthusiasts.


ACCESS TO PILANESBERG NATIONAL PARK
The Black Rhino Game Reserve has established traversing rights with the North West Parks and Tourism Board whereby the privately-owned lodges within the Black Rhino Game Reserve are entitled to cross from the Black Rhino Game Reserve into the Pilanesberg National Park.

This allows you to enjoy the privacy of the reserve along with the richness of the national park, and to experience the abundant sights and sounds of the bush from the comfort of Thutlwa’s 10-seater, open safari vehicle.

The lodge offers four luxurious and spacious thatched-chalets with an open-plan living and entertainment area. Each accommodating two adults and the option of snooza’s (fold up mattresses) for younger children, all accommodating up to ten guests in total (additional children on request – terms apply).

The luxury, thatched chalets have been carefully designed and positioned to maximise the spectacular views of the Pilanesberg mountains and the surrounding wildlife.

The luxurious en-suite bathrooms leave little to be desired with his and hers basins, a double shower and beautiful stone bath. And, for those wanting to fully immerse themselves in nature, there is also an outdoor shower to be enjoyed, in tandem with the sights and sounds of the wild. Each chalet also offers a tea and coffee station, bar fridge and lockable safe.

Accommodation Each of the 4 luxury 80sqm standalone chalets all has the following: King size / twin beds Air conditioning En-suite bathroom (bath and shower) Complimentary bathroom amenities Outside shower Luxurious cotton linen Bath & Swimming towels Outside patio with seating facilities Bar fridge Tea/Coffee making facility with a Nespresso machine Complimentary Tea/Coffee Electronic safe Hairdryer

Kitchen The large kitchen area is fully serviced and equipped with: Cutlery, crockery and glassware Large fridge/freezer Dishwasher Washing machine 4-plate electric stove and oven Nespresso coffee machine Microwave Ice machine

Indoor 8-seater dining room table Causal lounge area Flat screen LCD TV Satellite TV DVD Player Formal lounge area Bar area Wine and beverage fridges Guest toilet Wi-Fi in main area Air conditioning

Outdoor Plunge pool Sun loungers Hot tub Firepit Braai/barbeque facilities Thatched lapa Formal and casual seating Thatched-bird hide

• From Johannesburg or Pretoria take the N4 west
• Turn off onto the R556 north towards Sun City
• Follow the R556 past Sun City and continue for 5.11 km to the STOP sign
• Turn right at the intersection onto the R565
• Continue on this road for approximately 27 km through a village
• You see the Black Rhino Game Reserve entrance on the right.

Terms & Conditions

• Rates are quoted inclusive of VAT in South African Rands, subject to availability.
• All rates quoted are subject to change, without prior notice, however rates quoted for confirmed bookings will be honoured.
• Accommodation consists of 4 free standing en-suite thatched chalets, 3 with King-beds and one with the option of King or Twin-beds. Snooza’s (fold up mattresses) are available in all rooms, suitable for younger travellers and 2 baby cots are available on request.

Rates include:

• Luxury exclusive use at a fully equipped self-catering safari lodge
• Flexible morning and evening game drives with a qualified guide
• Daily housekeeping
• Tea and coffee stations in the thatched chalets
• Emergency medical evacuation

Rates exclude:

• All meals & beverages
• Any extra activities
• A fully refundable breakage deposit of R 2000, to be prepaid
• Park entry fees
• firewood

Exclusive Use (max 10 guests- Max 8 adult sharing)

Activities are offered in the form of game drives in open 10-seater safari vehicles with a knowledgeable ranger.

• Additional activities are at own discretion offered in the greater Pilanesberg area.

Child Friendly

• The lodge is family-orientated
• Children 9 years and younger do not count as guests
• Children will be accommodated in the safari chalets with Adults
• Snooza’s (fold up mattresses) available for children
• Baby cots available on request
• Children of any age permitted on game drives and are required to sit on a seat. We do not allow children to sit on laps.

Deposit Policy

For all bookings made within 30 days of travel
Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

For all bookings made more than 45 days of travel
A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the balance 45 days prior to arrival. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

Cancellation Policy:

• 1-13 days prior to arrival – 0% refund
• 14-29 days prior to arrival – 25% refund
• 30-59 days prior to arrival – 50% refund
• 60-89 days prior to arrival – 75% refund
• 90 + days prior to arrival – 100% refund

Arrival & Departure:

Check-in is from 14h00 on the day of arrival and check-out is before 10h00 on the day of departure. If the arrival will be after 18h00 please inform the lodge in advance.

As per reserve rules (no more than 10 guests allowed on the lodge property at any given time), we unfortunately cannot allow any early arrivals or late departures.

Please note that you will have to sign an indemnity form covering your stay at the lodge, this can be finalised in advance.

Notes

• A guest is any person that is 10 years and older
• A maximum of 10 guests may stay at the lodge
• The lodge has 4 Safari Chalets, which can accommodate a maximum of 8 adults sharing. Children are accommodated in cots or on Snoozas in the Chalets, on request.
• Additional children may stay on request – terms apply
• A maximum of 10 Guests are allowed on a game drive vehicle which includes children of any change.
• Rates are for the entire lodge per night
• Minimum stay of 2 nights
• VAT inclusive

• Comfortable walking shoes,
• sun hat,
• sunglasses, sunscreen,
• binoculars, camera,
• light, neutral coloured clothing,
• swimming costume,
• warm jackets,
• insect repellent, fire lighters,
• all food and beverages including coffee beans and Nespresso capsules.
• The water at the Lodge is drinkable, should you prefer bottled water, please bring this along as well.

Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rands • Subject to availability•
Kubu Metsi Lodge (sleeps 10 + 4 children under 10) - 5 Units	1 Jan '24 to 31 Dec '24
Midweek rate per night Sundays-Thursdays ( LOW)	R20 500
Fridays,Saturday’s, public holidays,School holidays & long weekends (PEAK) for the entire lodge per night	R22 500
Kubu Metsi Lodge (sleeps 8 + 4 children under 10) - 4 Units	1 Jan '24 to 31 Dec '24
Midweek rate per night Sundays-Thursdays ( LOW)	R16 500
Fridays,Saturday’s, public holidays,School holidays & long weekends (PEAK) for the entire lodge per night	R18 500

Look at our Special Offers for SA Residents under our special offers section!

Self Catering Lodges

There are 5 units at Kubu Metsi. The 5th one: the Honeymoon Suite, is fully equipped with its own kitchen, own lounge and a king size bed in the spacious bedroom. It also has its own boma and fireplace. Guests can rent all 5 units at Kubu with maximum occupancy 10 adults and 4 kids; (14 maximum  and exclusive use) Kids 10yrs and older count as adults) No kids can sleep in the Honeymoon suite.

Guests can also only book the 4 units (exclusive use) which sleeps 8 adults, 4 kids (kids 10yrs and older count as adults) 12 Max Occupancy for  4 suites available

BEDROOM & LOUNGE

• King Size Bed (or Twin Beds)
• Egyptian Cotton Sheets
• Sleeper Couch (3/4 size)
• Electric Blankets
• Air Conditioning
• Desk
• International plugs & USB points
• Coffee & Tea Station
• Nespresso Machine
• Bar Fridge
• Safe
• Outside deck

EN-SUITE BATHROOM

• Freestanding bath
• Shower
• Double basins
• Outside shower
• Separate Toilet
• Bathroom amenities

GAME DRIVES

• Indulge in the luxury of having the lodge to yourself and your guests as our professional game ranger guides you through one of the richest diversities of fauna and flora in Africa. Game drive starting times are flexible as you have use of a private safari vehicle.
• ​Game drives are conducted in a 4 x 4 Safari vehicle on the 2000 hectare Black Rhino Game Reserve, which is open to the 55 000 hectare Pilanesberg National Park allowing the Big 5 and other endangered species such as African Wild Dog, Cheetah and Black Rhino to roam free.
• Note: Maximum capacity on the vehicle is 10 guests.

ACTIVITIES IN THE AREA

• Available by prior arrangement with Nkala, at an additional charge.  Please enquire when booking
• Guided morning bush walks
• Golf at the nearby championship Gary Player and Lost City golf courses
• Hot-air balloon flights over Pilanesberg
• Mountain Biking
• Sun City Day Trips
• Outing to Predator world

From Johannesburg, take the R512 past Hartbeespoort Dam and exit onto the N4 toward Rustenburg

From Pretoria, take the N1 north and exit onto the N4 toward Rustenburg

• Continue along the N4, take R556 (Sun City / Pilanesberg National Park) exit
• Turn right at the stop, proceed onto the R556 and continue on towards Sun City
• Pass the Sun  City gate and Sun Village Shopping Centre (both on the right)
• At the four-way stop turn right onto R565 Derdepoort Road
• Continue on for approx. 27mk - the entrance to Black Rhino Game Reserve is in the right
• Sign in at the main gate and they will direct you to Kubu Metsi Lodge

MAIN LODGE
The main communal area features:

• A fully equipped Open Plan Kitchen & Scullery
• Indoor and Outdoor Dining Area
• Separate TV lounge
• Bar Area
• Outdoor Boma with braai (bbq)
• Outside undercover lounge and dining area with gas braai
• Heated Swimming pool (with safety pool cover)
• Boule Court
• Fully equipped Gym and Business centre available (a short 150m walk away) Please note these facilities are shared with our other 2 lodges (Nkala and Ntamba)  

VIEWING DECK

• Spend a lazy afternoon or self-indulgent morning relaxing on our Viewing Deck, whilst keeping an eye out for one of the elusive Big 5 coming to quench their thirst.   The Viewing Deck is also a treat for avid birders, as we are often visited by a myriad of the 300 bird species found in the area.
• The viewing deck is an easily accessible 170 meters from the Main Lodge.

• Self-Catering Lodge
• Entire Lodge to be booked as one unit. (Exclusive use)
• 4 x Luxury Suites with ensuite bathrooms
• Located in the private Black Rhino Game Reserve
• Free roaming Big 5 Game Reserve
• Malaria Free Area
• Maximum of 8 Adults
• Children 10yrs and older count as an adult
• Maximum occupancy including children 12 pax
• Child Friendly Lodge: please enquire re cot & amenities
• Children allowed on Game Drives at the Game Ranger's discretion (no minimum age)
• No household pets are allowed to enter the Black Rhino Game Reserve
• Minimum 2 nights stay
• Supermarkets en route to the lodge are located at Waterfall Mall, Rustenburg or Village Mall, Hartebeespoort
• Please note we are a Self Catering Lodge and no food/meals are provided.  The nearest small Supermarket is 35 min away
• Nespresso & Dolce Gusto machines as well as plungers are available.  Please bring your own pods and ground coffee.
• Instant coffee, tea & milk are complimentary in the suites
• Maximum of 10 guests allowed on Game Vehicle at any time.  Each person including children to be on their own seat
• Game drives conducted by a qualified Game Ranger
• Maximum of 2 x game drives per day (2.5 hours each)
• No self driving allowed
• Game Ranger lives on the premises and has first aid and emergency training
• Situated in a node with non‐intrusive electrified fencing to keep guests safe,  however some animals cannot be kept out
• Exercise or walking to be done on main roads and in daylight hours within the node
• Limited cell coverage at the Lodge
• Complimentary Wifi (Please note that due to our location, Wifi cannot be guaranteed as signal can be intermittent)
• TV Lounge with Flat screen and DSTV (Full Bouquet)
• Check in 14:00 onwards, Check out 10:30
• Included in your rate:  Accommodation, 2 game drives per day, daily housekeeping, firewood, daily park and conservation fee
• Excluded from your rate:  All food and drink items and staff tips

MAIN LODGE

The main communal area features:

• A fully equipped Open Plan Kitchen & Scullery
• Indoor and Outdoor Dining Area
• Separate TV lounge
• Bar Area
• Outdoor Boma with braai (bbq)
• Outside undercover lounge and dining area with gas braai
• Heated Swimming pool (with safety pool cover)
• Boule Court
• Fully equipped Gym and Business centre available (a short 150m walk away) Please note these facilities are shared with our other 2 lodges (Nkala and Ntamba)  

VIEWING DECK

Spend a lazy afternoon or self-indulgent morning relaxing on our Viewing Deck, whilst keeping an eye out for one of the elusive Big 5 coming to quench their thirst.   The Viewing Deck is also a treat for avid birders, as we are often visited by a myriad of the 300 bird species found in the area.

The viewing deck is an easily accessible 170 meters from the Main Lodge.

Included

• Self Catering Accommodation for 8 Adults in 4 suites (Entire Lodge)
• 2 x 2.5 hr Guided game drives per day on a Private Safari Vehicle
• All daily park conservation fees
• Tea & Coffee in rooms
• Complimentary Wifi
• Daily housekeeping
• 3 x Bags of firewood per day (incl. firelighters)
• Applicable VAT

Excluded

• All food and drink items
• Staff Tips

Transfers: Guests can organize their own or contacts us for recommendations

A Few Thighs to Note:

• There are 5 units at Kubu Metsi. The 5th one: the Honeymoon Suite, is fully equipped with its own kitchen, own lounge and a king size bed in the spacious bedroom. It also has its own boma and fireplace. 
• Guests can rent all 5 units at Kubu with maximum occupancy 10 adults and 4 kids; (14 maximum and exclusive use) 
• Kids 10yrs and older count as adults) No kids can sleep in the Honeymoon suite.
• Guests can also only book the 4 units / 5 Suites (exclusive use) which sleeps 8 adults, 4 kids (kids 10yrs and older count as adults)
• Minimum 2 nights stay
• Supermarkets en route to the lodge are located at Waterfall Mall, Rustenburg or Village Mall, Hartebeespoort
• Please note we are a Self Catering Lodge and no food/meals are provided. The nearest small Supermarket is 35 min away
• Nespresso & Dolce Gusto machines as well as plungers are available. Please bring your own pods and ground coffee.
• Instant coffee, tea & milk are complimentary in the suites
• Maximum of 10 guests allowed on Game Vehicle at any time. Each person including children to be on their own seat
• Game drives conducted by a qualified Game Ranger
• Maximum of 2 x game drives per day (2.5 hours each)
• No self driving allowed
• Game Ranger lives on the premises and has first aid and emergency training
• Situated in a node with non‐intrusive electrified fencing to keep guests safe, however some animals cannot be kept out
• Exercise or walking to be done on main roads and in daylight hours within the node
• Limited cell coverage at the LodgeComplimentary Wifi (Please note that due to our location, Wifi cannot be guaranteed as signal can be intermittent)
• TV Lounge with Flat screen and DSTV (Full Bouquet)

12 Max Occupancy for 4/5 suites available

Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 10:00

Deposit Policy

For all bookings made within 30 days of travel
Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

For all bookings made more than 30 days of travel
A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the balance 30 days prior to arrival. 

This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

Cancellation Policy:

• If cancelling 7 days OR less before arrival, you forfeit 100% of the booking total
• If cancelling 14 days OR less before arrival , forfeit 50% of the booking total
• If cancelling 21 days or less before arrival , forfeit 25% of total booking
• If cancelling 30 days or less before arrival, forfeit 20% of total booking

Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rands • Subject to availability•
Bed & Breakfast:	1 Mar 2024 28 Feb 2025
Double Room (2 Ad)	R2 500
Single Room (1 Ad)	R1 900
Family Rooms (2 Ad - 2 CH under 12)	R3 200
Family Interleading (2 Ad - 2 CH 12 -1 6)	R4 450
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast:	1 Mar 2024 28 Feb 2025
Standard Double Room (2 Ad)	R3 100
Standard Single Room (1 Ad)	R2 200
Family Rooms (2 Ad - 2 CH under 12)	R4 100
Family Interleading (2 Ad - 2 CH 12 -1 6)	R5 650

ALL CHALETS ARE FULLY EQUIPPED WITH LINEN, TOWELS, CUTLERY, CROCKERY, KETTLE, STOVE, REFRIGERATOR, MICROWAVES, TOASTERS, AIRCON AND BRAAIERS
– THERE IS NO IRONS
ALL CHALETS HAVE TELEVISIONS AND WIFI. THE TELEVISION IS EQUIPPED WITH MY FAMILY CINEMA, THIS IS A PLATFORM WHERE YOU CAN STREAM MOVIES AND SERIES (JUST LIKE NETFLIX)

ALL UNITS HAVE PRIVATE BATHROOMS WITH BATH AND SHOWER.
ALL UNITS SERVICE DAILY EXCLUDING SUNDAYS AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS.

FACILITIES - SWIMMING POOL, HOTEL, BAR AND RESTAURANT
ACTIVITIES - QUAD BIKING, ARCHERY, HIKING, GAME DRIVE INTO PILANESBURG R500-00 REFUNDABLE KEY DEPOSIT /AIRCON REMOTE (CASH) FOR EACH CHALET PAYABLE ON ARRIVAL.

CHECK IN TIME: AFTER 14:00 PM
CHECK OUT TIME: BEFORE 10:00 AM

R500-00 REFUNDABLE KEY DEPOSIT /AIRCON REMOTE (CASH) FOR EACH CHALET PAYABLE ON ARRIVAL.

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MOSQUITO REPELLENT

Breakfast R 205 - Dinner R 300

A deposit of 50% of the total bill is required before the booking is confirmed

Look at our Special Offers for SA Residents under our special offers section!

Sundown Country Estate is situated in the greater Pilanesberg region and is a short 12km drive from the Sun City Resort and the malaria-free Big 5 Pilanesberg Game Reserve. The hotel is a well-known icon, and a popular retreat for those looking for a bushveld getaway, offering guests a tranquil environment to while away one’s time sipping a chilled chardonnay at our poolside bar. Sundown Country Estate caters for a broad spectrum of clientele, ranging from the weary FIT guest right through to the larger Groups, Incentive & Corporate Conferencing guest. The conference facilities can accommodate up to 200 delegates and has all of the required equipment necessary.

The hotel is uniquely positioned on a 800ha reserve, which is home to a variety of general plains game such as zebra, giraffe, warthog, impala, healthy bird life… to name a few. A safari on the reserve can be arranged for guests with our friendly and hospitable staff at the main reception. The central guest facilities at Sundown Country Estate includes two indoor dining areas – namely the Aloes Restaurant and the Pilanesberg Restaurant which also has an outside terrace overlooking the swimming pool area. The main indoor bar is a welcome reprieve from the hot African sun, with an extensive variety of chilled beverage to quench one’s thirst. Alternatively, our poolside bar, which overlooks our swimming pool and manicured gardens, is a popular choice for those guests wanting to soak up the sunshine. There is also a gym facility on offer to all guests staying with us, which has a variety of exercise equipment on hand.

Accommodation at Sundown Country Estate comprises of 42 twin rooms, 42 double rooms and 16 family rooms, offering a generous capacity of 242 beds – all featuring air-conditioning, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facility, mini-safes, hairdryers and in room telephones (communicate to the hotel reception or make an external phone call).

A variety of activities are available through the hotel. Quad biking, horse riding, mini-game drive, mountain biking, are just a few to mention – all of which are conducted on the 800ha reserve that the hotel is situated on. A comprehensive list of these activities can be obtained from the main reception at the hotel.

For most of our guests, the thrill of seeing Africa’s mighty Big 5 is the highlight of their experience whilst staying with us. Sundown Country Estate will also offer guests the opportunity to take part in either a mid-morning, afternoon or full day safari in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Guests will be transferred to the Pilanesberg Reserve whereby they will be greeted by their knowledgeable safari guide – ready to show them the magnificent fauna & flora of this impressive game reserve. The Pilanesberg safaris are conducted through a specific operator which has partnered with the hotel, ensuring that the guests overall experience and expectations are not only met but exceeded. Bookings are on a request basis and all information is obtainable from the main Reception at Sundown Country Estate .

The ever-impressive Sun City Resort which includes the Valley of Waves, Paragliding, golf at the world renown Gary Player GC & Lost City GC, crocodile sanctuary, and the Entertainment Centre, are all within close enough proximity for guests to enjoy.    

Hour Game Drive - R556.00 per person

• Morning Game Drive (Summer: 05h30 - 08h30 / Winter: 06h00 - 09h00)
• Mid-Morning Game Drive (Summer & Winter: 09h30 - 12h30)
• Evening Game Drive (Summer: 16h30 - 19h30 / Winter: 15h30 - 18h30)

Full Day Game Drive - R1226.00 per person

Includes a light lunch and 1 soft drink per person

Children - children under the age of 6 years are not permitted on safari.

On-site: 

• Safari Quad Biking
• Archery
• Gane Drives
• Horse Riding

Other nearby attractions include the Sun City Resort which includes the Valley of Waves, Paragliding, golf at the world renown Gary Player GC & Lost City GC, crocodile sanctuary, and the Entertainment Centre.

Function

• Birthday Party
• Baby Shower
• Anniversary
• Engagement Party
• Coctail Party
• Year End Party

Accommodation at Sundown Country Estate comprises of 42 twin rooms, 42 double rooms and 16 family rooms, offering a generous bed capacity of 242 beds – all featuring air-conditioning, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facility, mini-safes, hairdryers and in room telephones (communicate to the hotel reception or make an external phone call).

Room Facilities

• En- suite bathrooms
• Bath and shower
• Flat screen tv
• Selected DSTV channels
• Hairdryer
• Tea and coffee station
• Amenities
• Balcony 

Self Catering Rooms

8 x 2 B/Room chalets:

• This consist of 2 bedrooms with a double bed in each bedroom with 2 single beds in the living room
• The chalet can sleep maximum of 6 people
• All children from 6 years are counted as a person
• We do not count children between the ages of 0 – 5 year

13 x 1 B/Room chalets:

• This consist of 1 bedroom with a double bed in the bedroom with 1 single bed and 1 single sleeper couch in living room
• The chalet can sleep maximum 2 adults and 2 children OR 3 adults only (this is due to the sleeper couch which is not suitable for an adult to sleep on)
• *We do not count children between the ages of 0 – 5 years

CONFERENCE FACILITIES

The conference facilities at Sundown Country Estate are multi-functional, catering not only conferences but also gala dinners, cocktail functions, as well as a dance floor. Standard equipment includes, data projector, screen, and flipcharts with pens, extensions, roving microphones, lapel microphones, DVD sound system, overhead projectors, stage as well as notepads and pens.

Our rates are competitive and available on request with a number of package options available. These can include dinner, bed & breakfast, tea & coffee breaks, lunch and bottled water – or if there are specific requirements, let us know and we will put together a true tailor-made package for you.

A wide variety of activities / team building options are available, with the likes of game drives, drumming, archery, quad biking and mountain biking. A comprehensive list of the activities on offer are available on request.

Sundown Country Estate offers delegates a tranquil conference venue and environment, where mind, body and soul can be refreshed – whether it be in the conference room, lazing around the pool or going on a safari.

O.R. Tambo International Airport

• Get on R21 - 4 min (1.3 km)
• Follow R21 to R23 in Glen marais. Take exit 36 from R21 - 6 min (9.9 km)
• Get on R21 in Tembisa from M57 - 14 min (12.5 km)
• Drive from N4 to North West. Take exit 169 from N4 - 1 h 34 min (157 km)
• Follow Ottoman Hwy and R565 to Sundown Ranch Hotel - 22 min (28.7 km)

Sundown Country Estate - R565, Rustenburg, 0301

Come and enjoy the comfort & tranquillity of Sundown Country Estate , a warm and friendly atmosphere awaits you amidst the idyllic peace of the African Bushveld. We have a wide range of facilities to ensure that your stay with us is perfect.

• Swimming Pool
• Restaurant
• Conferencing Facilities
• Secure Parking
• Free Wifi
• Daily Room Service
• Pool Bar

Come and enjoy the comfort & tranquillity of Sundown Country Estate , a warm and friendly atmosphere awaits you amidst the idyllic peace of the African Bushveld. We have a wide range of facilities to ensure that your stay with us is perfect.

• Swimming Pool
• Conferencing Facilities
• Secure Parking
• Pool bar
• On-site restaurant
• Daily room service
• Free WiFi

Single Supplement - 30% of the adult sharing rate.

Children

• Children under the age of 3 years stay free of charge.
• between the ages of 3 and 11 years pay 30% of the adult sharing rate when sharing with two adults.
• Children ages 12 years and older are considered adults and pay the full applicable adult sharing rate.

Rates Include:

• Accommodation
• Breakfast
• Dinner
• VAT

Rates Exclude:

• All meals not stipulated
• drinks
• Curio purchases
• Items of a personal nature
• All activities

Cancellation policy is as follows:

• 45 and 31 days prior to arrival - 30% of the total amount is due
• 30 and 15 days prior to arrival - 50% of the total amount is due
• 14 and 0 days prior to arrival - 90% of the total amount is due

Check in time - 14:00

Check out time - 11:00

Deposit Policy

• For all bookings made within 30 days of travel
  Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking.
• For all bookings made more than 30 days of travel
  A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the balance 30 days prior to arrival.

Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rands • Subject to availability
Description	01 Jan '24 to 30 Apr '24
3 Bedroom Villa per night	R14 160
4 Bedroom Villa per night	R17 800
Description	01 May '24 to 31 Aug '24
3 Bedroom Villa per night	R13 150
4 Bedroom Villa per night	R16 730
Description	01 Sep '24 to 31 Dec '24
3 Bedroom Villa per night	R14 160
4 Bedroom Villa per night	R17 800

Rate Includes: Room only

The displayed rates are discounted rates and are only applicable if you pay with a bank transfer. If you pay with a credit card 3.5% will be added to the total

Look at our Special Offers for SA Residents under our special offers section!

Nestled inside the Pilanesberg National Park, a mere 2 hours' drive from Johannesburg, is the world renowned Bakubung Bush Lodge, a resort with immense status. Imagine waking up every morning with the soothing sounds of the African bush, the soft-textured light that literally calms your soul and the feeling of being part of an African wonderland. The time of imagining is over.

The Bakubung Lodge has a Junior Rangers Program which is the best outdoor fun your kids will have!
By enrolling your children into the program, they will be exposed to entertainment and educational activities. Under the supervision of highly trained and qualified staff, parents can be at ease knowing that their
children will be well taken care of whilst participating in a host of fun-filled events. It's family fun Bakubung style!
Bakubung lodge offers you a wide range of facilities and activities that are available to all our Bakubung Villas guests.

These fantastic benefits and perks include:

•  Luxury hotel
•  15 km from Pilanesberg Airport with an in-house shuttle service
•  Restaurant and bars
•  Junior Rangers Program
•  Baby sitting services
•  Boma dinners in the park
•  Conference facilities for up to 120 delegates
•  Guided game drives
•  Direct access to the Pilanesberg Game Reserve
•  Helicopter pad
•  Wi-Fi
•  Big 5 viewing from your villa patio
•  Children's playground
•  Legacy balance health spa
•  Hot air balloon rides
•  Guided game walks
•  Wildlife demonstrations and interaction
•  Direct access to Sun City via shuttle

Close by and direct access to:

• Casino (Sun City)
•  Water skiing and parasailing (Sun City)
•  Live entertainment and concerts (Sun City)
•  Valley of the Waves and water theme park (Sun City)
•  Two world-class golf courses (Sun City)
•  Variety of restaurants and bars (Sun City)
•  Medical facilities (Sun City)

Each Villa has been thoughtfully planned, designed and executed – from architecture through construction and interior design. The thatched roof Villa blends in beautifully with their surroundings, while their African-themed décor reminds guests that despite the many creature comforts to be enjoyed inside, they are nevertheless wholly and truly inside the African bush.
In addition to the existing facilities and services provided for on-site, Bakubung also provides multiple daily shuttles to Sun City, which opens up another world of facilities for owners to enjoy: Two golf courses, a casino, concerts, The Valley of the Waves, plenty of dining opportunities and more.

SELF CATERING VILLAS

3 Bedroom Villa

Beautifully appointed Luxury 3 bedroom villa all en suite providing breathtaking panoramic views of the malaria free Pilanesberg Game Reserve, main bedroom with a king size bed, second and third bedrooms each with 2 single beds that could be converted into a king size bed. Two lounge areas with a gas fire place, dining room with an eight seater table, fully equipped kitchen, private heated swimming pool and deck, outdoor shower.

Room Amenities

• DSTV Full bouquet,
• direct-dialling telephones,
• hairdryer,
• digital safe,
• air conditioned,
• stove,
• oven,
• microwave,
• fridge,
• dish washer,
• wine cooler,
• Ice Machine,
• Nespresso coffee machine,
• state of the art gas braai as well as webber braai.

4 Bedroom Villa  

Beautifully appointed Luxury 4 bedroom villa all en suite providing breathtaking panoramic views of the malaria free Pilanesberg Game Reserve, main bedroom with a king size bed, second, third and fourth bedrooms each with 2 single beds that could be converted into a king size bed. Two spacious lounge areas with a gas fire place, dining room with a large dining table, fully equipped kitchen, private heated swimming pool and deck, outdoor shower. Just outside the main bedroom there are 2 double sleeper couches for small children.

Room Amenities

• DSTV Full bouquet,
• direct-dialling telephones,
• hairdryer,
• digital safe,
• air conditioned,
• stove,
• oven,
• microwave,
• fridge,
• dish washer,
• wine cooler,
• Ice Machine,
• Nespresso coffee machine,
• state of the art gas braai as well as webber braai.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

• All rates are quoted in ZAR and include Value Added Tax (VAT) at the prevailing rate.
• Check-in time is from 15h00, and the rooms should be vacated by 10h00.
• Due to the immigration Act no.19 of 2004, positive personal identification will be required to be presented upon check-in. A valid passport or ID document will be acceptable.
• A refundable breakage deposit of R5 000.00 will be required upon check-in.
•  The Hotel reserves the right to cancel any bookings where 50% or full payment is not received within 7 days of making the booking. 
• Any pricing which includes a component of third-party charges (i.e., Airport Transfers, National Park Fees etc.) may be charged without notice, should this component be increased.
• Credit/Debit cards that are used to make payment must be presented upon check-in at the Hotel.
• Minimum stay restrictions may apply dependent on demand.
• All rates include complimentary internet access.
• The above rates exclude tourism levy, which is in place or may be imposed in the future.
• Legacy Hotels & Resorts reserves the right to amend quoted tariffs in its sole discretion should there be any changes in the above, which are beyond the reasonable control of Legacy Hotels & Resorts and has a material impact on the business of Legacy Hotels & Resorts.    

Deposit Policy:

• For all bookings made within 30 days of travel
• Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).
• For all bookings made more than 30 days of travel
• A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the balance 30 days prior to arrival. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

Cancellation Policy

• If the reservation is cancelled less than 14 days prior to arrival a 50% cancellation fee will apply.
• If cancelled 7 days or less prior to arrival a 100% cancellation fee will apply.
• A 10% admin fee will be retained for cancellations made after the card has been charged.

Junior Rangers

Legacy Junior Rangers Programme is available for all children aged 6-12 years. Activities are geared around natural resource protection, environmental education and responsible recreation offering a special opportunity to explore the Pilanesberg National Park. The Junior Rangers Program is available at a small additional cost to parents and usually takes 2 days to complete. On completion of the program, children will be including in a graduation ceremony and will be given a certificate and badges for activities completed.

Game Drive Times

Morning / Afternoon

• June - July 08h00 / 15h00
• August 08h00 / 15h30
• September 06h00 / 16h00
• October - March 05h30 / 16h30

Game Drives last approximately 3 hours, depending on weather conditions and animal sightings in the Park.

Bush Braai

• Bush braais are held (weather permitting) every Wednesday and Saturday night. If you would like to book a bush braai on an alternative night, a minimum of 30 people is required. If numbers drop below 30, the full rate for 30 people will be charged.

Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rand • Subject to Availability
Min. 3 nights stay
Details	03 Apr 2024 - 30 Nov 2024
Main Lodge Standard Per Person Sharing per night	R2 700
Main Lodge Standard Single per night	R3 870
Garden Chalets/Rondavel Per Person Sharing per night	R3 240
Garden Chalets/Rondavel Single per night	R4 410
2-bedroom Garden Chalets 2 persons per night	R7 560
2-bedroom Garden Chalets 3 persons per night	R8 910
2-bedroom Garden Chalets 4 persons per night	R9 810

Look at our Special Offers for SA Residents under our special offers section!

Perfect for families, the three thatched twin- or king-size chalets are set within Mziki Safari Lodge’s beautiful indigenous gardens and can accommodate a maximum of two adults and two small children under the age of 6 years. Decorated incorporating rustic natural elements, the 1 bedroom chalets are unique in style, each with a sleeper couch and an en-suite bathroom with a large walk-in shower.

 Amenities

• Small safe 
• Hairdryer 
• En-suite bathroom
• Bathroom amenities 
• Insect repellent 
• Electric blanket for the winter months 
• Umbrella 
• Air Conditioning 
• Ceiling fan 
• Tea and coffee-making facilities

About Rondavels

Romantic room set up with semi-open bathroom, ideal for couples or honeymooners.

 
In a natural and quaint design, Mziki Safari Lodge’s two thatched rondavels each with their own little veranda overlooking the quiet indigenous gardens and bushveld beyond. Two ¾ mattresses on one base as a large king bed, with Italian linen bedding of the finest quality with a semi-open spacious bathroom featuring a separate bath and shower. The creative natural finishes incorporating the African bushveld within, create a cosy space for couples and individual guests to enjoy.

Amenities

• Small safe
• Hairdryer
• Separate bath and shower
• Bathroom amenities
• Insect repellent
• Electric blanket for the winter months
• Umbrella
• Air Conditioning
• Ceiling fan
• Tea and coffee-making facilities

Amenities

• Small safe 
• Hairdryer 
• En-suite bathroom
• Bathroom amenities 
• Insect repellent 
• Electric blanket for the winter months 
• Air Conditioning 
• Ceiling fan 

Spacious and well adapted 2-bedroom suites, newly built in the midst of the silver cluster forest, with a view on to Mziki Safari Lodge’s waterhole, offering accommodation for families or 4 adults. The 70sqm chalet has a king size bedroom and a twin bedded room, both with separate entrances from the private deck and each with its own access to the joint bathroom. A very spacious bathroom with indoor- and outdoor shower and an undisturbed and pristine view from the bath tub makes you feel part of nature.

Amenities

• Small safe 
• Hairdryer 
• Bathroom with large bathtub
• Indoor and outdoor showers
• Insect repellent 
• Electric blanket for the winter months 
• Air Conditioning 
• Ceiling fan 
• Private deck
• Tea and coffee-making facilities

Mini-Ranger Course

If you are aged 6 years or older, and if you have dreams of becoming a game ranger just like our very ‘smart’ Mziki game rangers, why not ask mom and dad to enrol you in Mziki’s Mini-Ranger programme.
From vehicle preparation and inspections, to identifying different animal calls and sounds, recognising different trees and their uses to tracking and navigating you will soon know all there is to know to become a top-class game ranger. At the end of the programme you will even receive a certificate to say that you have completed the mini-ranger programme and have your photo taken which will then be added to the Mziki Wall of Fame.
The Mziki Mini-Ranger programme is tailor-made according to age and the duration of your stay and even better news is that it is free of charge.
You can also look forward to the following:
Camp treasure hunt:
A fun experience where you will have to find and collect specific items around the lodge. There will be clues for you to solve and items that you will have to identify with the help of the rangers.
Cultural experience:
Our game rangers will also tell you more about the “Bushmen” (Khoisan) people of southern Africa and their origins. Make sure to ask lots of questions!
Quiz:
Listen carefully at everything that the rangers tell you. At the end of the programme there will be a fun quiz.

Birding

Birders will delight in Mziki Safari Lodge’s excellent bird-watching opportunities. Bordering the 2,000-hectare Vaalkop Dam, considered one of the top three birding areas in the country, Mziki Private Game Reserve is home to several hundred species of birds. The mighty Hex river runs through the reserve and into the dam on which Mziki guests can enjoy barge cruises to get up close and personal to the birdlife.

Archery

Take your aim and try your hand at archery, available within the safe confines of Mziki Safari Lodge. A target and bows and arrows are provided for willing archers seeking to perfect their targeting skills.

Fishing

Keen anglers will adore the myriad of fishing opportunities available at Mziki Safari Lodge, with the 8km of the mighty Hex river flowing through the reserve and providing the perfect environment for fly and bait fishermen. Fish species that can be caught here include Yellow fish, Blue and Red curper, carp and barbel. For the sake of our rather vocal, hungry Fish eagles, Mziki Safari Lodge exercises a catch and release policy.

Barge Cruises

The mighty Hex river flows through Mziki Safari Reserve providing over 8km of river frontage through the reserve. A particular highlight among guests is the convivial Mama Hippo barge cruises that Mziki Safari Lodge offers along Hex river into the Vaalkop dam. Depending on the water levels, guests can enjoy a different encounter with the African bushveld, this time from the water’s side, watching the crocodile and water birds go about the daily business while enjoying are refreshing drink.
(Barge cruise is water level dependent. Please inquire about water levels)

Bush walks

Get up close and personal to the bush as you accompany one of our knowledgeable rangers on a bush walk to observe unobstructed wildlife behaviour. Visit areas that cannot be explored by vehicle and gain first-hand knowledge of some of Africa’s hidden secrets on foot, surrounded by the cheerful chattering of birds.

Game viewing

Home to three of the Big Five – Elephant, Buffalo and Rhino – Mziki Safari Lodge offers a malaria-free environment in which families can enjoy safari viewing in a safe, comfortable and relaxed environment. Mziki Safari Lodge does not have an age restriction for game viewing with families catered for on their own game vehicles so as to ensure their comfort and that of other lodge guests. Explore the wonders of the African bush by day, or night, with your expert game ranger, from the area’s prolific birdlife, to mammals, trees and even insects.

SUMMER PROGRAMME: (SEPTEMBER TO APRIL)

Day of Arrival:
13h00 Arrival at Mziki & check-in to room
14h00 Lunch is served
16h30 Depart for afternoon game drive
19h00 Afternoon game drive returns to the lodge
19h30 Dinner is served

Full Day(s):
06h00 Early morning wake up
06h30 Morning game drive departs
09h00 Morning game drive returns
09h30 Breakfast is served
14h00 Lunch is served
16h30 Depart for afternoon game drive
19h00 Afternoon game drive returns to the lodge
19h30 Dinner is served

Day of departure:

06h00 Early morning wake up
06h30 Morning game drive departs
09h00 Morning game drive returns
09h30 Breakfast is served
11h00 Check out time

The above times are only an indication and may vary dependant on the seasons and weather conditions.

Please Note: Our Selous bar has a wide selection of beverages. We will gladly try and fulfl your special beverage requests.

From OR Tambo International to Brits:

• As you exit the airport turn onto the R21 towards Pretoria.
• Follow the highway until the N1 turnoff.
• Turn onto the N1 north, towards Polokwane, Bela Bela.
• Follow the N1 to the N4, do not turn towards Witbank, take the second N4 off ramp towards Rustenburg.
• Go through 2 tollgates, about 10 Rand each.
• Take the R511, Brits turnoff.
• Turn right onto the R511 and drive through Brits, do not turn off and follow the R511 towards Thabazimbi.
• 36 km after Brits turn left towards Vaalkopdam and Beestekraal.
• At the T-junction turn left, after 1 km turn right. Follow the road for a few kilometers until you see the sign for Mziki Safari Lodge on the right hand side.

From Lanseria to Mziki:

• Follow the R 512 towards Broederstrom.
• After 7km turn left, follow R 512 for 10km, turn right towards Sun City.
• Follow R 512 to Sun City for another 15 km and turn left on to N4 towards Rustenburg.
• After 15km take turn off N4 and follow direction to Sun City.
• Drive towards Sun City for exactly 40 km, at stop street turn right towards Beestekraal.
• After 20 km you see a large water tower on your left and a sign on your left to Mziki Safari Lodge.
• Once you are on the dirt road: Drive through the open gate, along the middle road, and follow the road around the hill to the Mziki Safari Lodge Gate.
• Phone the lodge 071 355 4334 for access.
• Enter the gate and please wait for the gate to close automatically behind you.
• Continue straight down the main road until you fnd a fork in the road and take the right hand road.
• Follow this road to the lodge and park in the covered parking area provided.

Since 1981 the Pallamar family have been running Mziki Safari Lodge. Discover the range of facilities on offer on the property.

Reception & Lounge
The meeting place for your safari with our 24 hours coffee station, and our Chef’s home-made crunches & rusks, with the only TV on the property, or browse our library & board games corner.

Sink into the warm embrace of Mziki Safari Lodge’s comfortable lounge. If you’ve had enough of the bush for the day and keen to catch up with what’s happening in the world, you can retreat to its large leather chairs to watch the news on a big-screen TV or choose from one of the books, or board games in the well-stocked library. With a coffee and tea station stocked all day and night, and a roaring fire to keep guests warm and cosy on winter nights, the lounge is the heart of Mziki Safari Lodge.

Ha Lolo Beauty Spa
Enjoy a quiet moment in the tranquil settings of Mziki, where African oils are the flavour for body, facial or feet treatments.

Our Mzki Spa facility offers a range of rejuvenating treatments that guests can enjoy in the comfort of their room. Relax your body and soul amidst the peaceful surrounds of the African bush. This is an outsourced mobile spa service, that is done in the comfort of your own room or upon request outside. Please contact the reservation department for bookings prior or during your stay with us.

Selous Bar & Boma Restaurants

• Enjoy our relaxed bar & boma area with a great ambience, and a fire pit in the middle for a traditional SA braai, or the outside boma under the shady trees in summers.

Cosy up to a warm fire accompanied by the sounds of the African bushveld and the sizzling smells of a delicious barbecue at Mziki Safari Lodge’s thatched Selous Boma Restaurant and Bar. It is the place to come together in a convivial and relaxed environment.

Put your feet up around the welcoming fire pit, or sample a few of our excellent South African wines or local beers on offer in our honesty bar, prior to enjoying some of the delicious signature dishes of our Chef Kego.

Conference Room Near Johannesburg

Elevate your conference experience at our spacious conference room which provides the perfect setting for your gatherings, just 90 minutes from Johannesburg. With state-of-the-art equipment including a large screen and projector, you can deliver impactful presentations and collaborate seamlessly. Discover the perfect blend of tranquility and functionality at Mziki Safari Lodge’s conference room, where productivity meets natural beauty.

Mziki Shop
Explore an array of captivating handcrafted artefacts sourced from the local community, alongside safari clothing and children’s wear. Embrace the spirit of Africa and support local artisans by browsing the Mziki Shop.

Shopaholics take note… You may be in the bush, but there’s plenty of novel things to browse and buy at Mziki’s well-equipped shop. From curios to clothing, books to day-to-day items, you’ll find the ‘treasure’ you’ve been looking for at a price you can afford, including Kego’s famous recipe book.

About Lounge & Swimming Pool
Retreat to the shady Outdoor Safari Lounge overlooking Mziki Safari Lodge’s pristine swimming pool for a quiet afternoon of relaxation, or some wholesome family fun. Children will love spending time at the pool, surrounded by pool loungers and set within lush indigenous gardens. Watch the squirrels scamper across the grass and hop from tree to tree; the hornbills patiently scour the gardens for tasty treats and the buffalo, eland and even elephant as they stop past for an afternoon top-up at the nearby waterhole.

We invite you to join us at Mziki Safari Lodge, an owner run private game lodge, and located only 2 hours from Johannesburg. Our game reserve has recently been extended and is now well over 6000ha, a natural & affordable haven for eco-travelers.
‘Back to Basics’, or ‘Back to Nature’ has always been our goal, for our guests to discover the beauty of the bush and to learn from nature.
Mziki Safari Lodge is a safe haven for its visitors, a small lodge with 9 rooms only set in very spacious garden surroundings. We have taken all health precautions to ensure a relaxing and memorable stay for you and look forward to welcoming you.

Our Mzki Spa facility offers a range of rejuvenating treatments that guests can enjoy in the comfort of their room. Relax your body and soul amidst the peaceful surrounds of the African bush. This is an outsourced mobile spa service, that is done in the comfort of your own room or upon request outside. Please contact the reservation department for bookings prior or during your stay with us.

Mkizi Signature Treatment
MZIKI AWAKENING FULL BODY An ultra-gentle full body massage. Revive your body and mind using cold compressors with essential oils.	R 1 000	(90 MINUTES)
HOT STONE MASSAGE Special rocks that are formed by African volcanoes to melt away the tension in your body and ease muscle aches.	R 850	(90 MINUTES)
MZIKI WELNESS Experience the liquid wax warm massage candle with oriented fragrance targeting sore muscles and leave your skin soft and nourished.	R 1 100	(90 MINUTES)
MONYOLLA LYMPH DRAINAGE Detox foot treatment, followed by a full body lymph drainage massage which assists with detoxification and stress release.	R 950	(90 MINUTES)
Packages Per Person
FULL DAY MZIKI PAMPER Full Body Exfoliation - Full Body Wrap - Full Body Massage Delux Pedi - Delux Mani - Scalp Massage	R2 500	(6 HOURS)
MZIKI HALF DAY PAMPER Full Body Exfoliation and Full Body Massage with Mini Facial and Mini Manicure.	R1 700	(3 HOURS)
COUPLES PAMPER Full Body Massage, Foot Ritual and Mini Facial.	R1 800	(2.5 HOURS)
LADIES DAY OUT Back and Neck Massage with Mini Manicure and Mini Pedicure	R1 700	(2 HOURS)
Body Therapy Stress and muscle tension release. Choose one of our antioxidant oil blends with pure grapeseed oil or massage butter
DEEP TISSUE	R 800	(60 MINS)
FOOT MASSAGE	R 400	(30 MINS)
HEAD AND SHOULDER	R 400	(30 MINS)
BACK AND NECK	R 500	(45MINS)
FULL BACK AND SCALP	R 650	(60 MINS)
SWEDISH FULL BODY	R 650	(60 MINS)
MOM TO BE	R 600	(60 MINS)
AROMATHERAPY	R 800	(60 MINS)

Hands and Feet			Nail Enhancement
PAINTING	R 150	(20 MINS)	Acrylic or Gel
MINI MANICURE	R 200	(30 MINS)	FRENCH TIPS	R 300	(60 MINS)
MINI PEDICURE	R 250	(30 MINS)	CLEAR TIPS	R 350	(60 MINS)
MANICURE	R 350	(60 MINS)	GEL WITH TIPS	R 480	(60MINS)
PEDICURE	R 400	(60 MINS)	ACRYL WITJ TIPS	R 500	(75 MINS)
DELUX MANI	R 550	(75 MINS)	GEL OVERLAY	R 300	(60 MINS)
DELUX PEDI	R 500	(75 MINS)
Facial Therapy			Waxing
MINI FACIAL A boosting facial therapy to your unique skin concerns	R350	(30 MINS)	EYEBROW/LIP/CHIN	R 80	(15 MINS)
MENS FACIAL A relaxing and luxurious facial, targeting skin problems by reducing redness and sensitivity	R500	(60 MINS)	UNDERARM	R120	(35 MINS)
ANTI-AGEING FACIAL Reduces fine lines, wrinkles and puffiness by using specialised boosters and serum perfect for your skin tone.	R800	(90 MINS)	BIKINI	R150	(30 MINS)
DEEP CLEANSING FACIAL Deep cleansing facial which revitalises, refreshes and strengthens your skin: leaving it youthful and glowing.	R550	(60 MINS)	HALF LEG	R200	(40 MINS)
Tinting			FULL LEG	R250	(60 MINS)
EYEBROW/LASH	R80	(15 MINS)	BACK/CHEST	R220	(40 MINS)
			BRAZILIAN	R200	(35 MINS)

Rate Includes:

• Accommodation
• Full Breakfast
• Light lunch
• Dinner
• Two activities (Game drive, bush walks or barge cruise depending of water level)
• Conference bookings: replace one activity for the use of meeting room and 2 tea-coffee breaks

Rate Excludes:

• All beverages
• Laundry services
• Personal expenses
• Spa treatments
• Conservation fee: Adult R140, Children R90 per stay
• One way transport (2 persons) from JNB - Lodge R3 120 (subject to fuel price increase)
• Fishing or Adventure Paddling R600 per person

Family getaway:

• Children of all ages are allowed on game drives.
• Bush walk age 16+ years
• Children under 4 years stay free of charge in parent’s room
• Children 4-11 years rate R1 440 per night (max 2)
• Mini-Ranger course included for 6+ years and min. 2 nights stay

 

Value Adds:

• Complimentary barge cruise on bordering 2000ha Valkopdam (subject to water level)
• Romantic turndowns and private dinners for honeymoon, anniversaries or special occasions
• Complimentary WIFI
• Complimentary archery & pellet shooting

Lodge facilities and accommodation:

• Lounge with fireplace and DSTV
• Large swimming pool with sun loungers
• Terrace and outdoor lounge area
• Boma restaurant with full bar and fire place
• Meeting room for 18 persons
• Children playground and outdoor gym equipment
• Double hammock
• Watering hole in front of Lodge area
• Curio shop & library

Deposit Policy

• For all bookings made within 30 days of travel
• Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).
• For all bookings made more than 30 days of travel
• A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the balance 30 days prior to arrival. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

Cancellation Policy

• All cancellations must be done in writing
• 60 - 31 days before arrival, 25% cancellation fee
• 30 - 15 days before arrival, 50% cancellation fee
• 14 - 0 days before arrival, 90% cancellation fee

A 10% admin fee will be retained for cancellations made after the card has been charged.

Times:

• Check-in: 1 pm
• Check-out 11 am

Children

• Mziki is one of the most children friendly private game lodges and children of all ages are allowed on the game drives and the barge cruise.
• Baby cots, baby chairs and a babysitting service are available.
• Small meals are provided for young children throughout, our Chef is very fexible.
• Wooden jungle gym and a selection of board games and coloring in books.
• Mini-Ranger courses for children age 6+ are offered by our rangers, min. 2 nights stay.

Terms and conditions

• A worry-free booking process is implemented
• All deposits will qualify for a postponement for up to 12 months should entry into South Africa be rea-sonably deemed disrupted
• Peak season bookings require a 30% non-refund- able deposit
• Group booking terms on request

Private Conference Room
Our versatile meeting room can accommodate up to 17 delegates, offering flexible seating arrangements to suit your needs. With ample natural light to create an inviting atmosphere or the option to block out light for enhanced focus.

Conference Room Near Johannesburg
Elevate your conference experience at our spacious conference room which provides the perfect setting for your gatherings, just 90 minutes from Johannesburg. With state-of-the-art equipment including a large screen and projector, you can deliver impactful presentations and collaborate seamlessly. Discover the perfect blend of tranquility and functionality at Mziki Safari Lodge’s conference room, where productivity meets natural beauty.

Enquire About Our Conference Room
Discover the perfect blend of functionality for your specific needs, when choosing Mziki as your exclusive use lodge.

Explore an array of captivating handcrafted artefacts sourced from the local community, alongside safari clothing and children’s wear. Embrace the spirit of Africa and support local artisans by browsing the Mziki Shop.

About Our Shop
Shopaholics take note… You may be in the bush, but there’s plenty of novel things to browse and buy at Mziki’s well-equipped shop. From curios to clothing, books to day-to-day items, you’ll find the ‘treasure’ you’ve been looking for at a price you can afford, including Kego’s famous recipe book.

Lounge & Swimming Pool
Enjoy the tranquillity of our spacious garden, offering breathtaking views of the waterhole. Our refreshing pool, featuring both deep and shallow levels, invites you to take a dip and unwind. Please note that the pool is unheated, providing a natural and invigorating swimming experience.

About Lounge & Swimming Pool
Retreat to the shady Outdoor Safari Lounge overlooking Mziki Safari Lodge’s pristine swimming pool for a quiet afternoon of relaxation, or some wholesome family fun. Children will love spending time at the pool, surrounded by pool loungers and set within lush indigenous gardens. Watch the squirrels scamper across the grass and hop from tree to tree; the hornbills patiently scour the gardens for tasty treats and the buffalo, eland and even elephant as they stop past for an afternoon top-up at the nearby waterhole.