Limpopo, meaning “waterfalls”, is the northernmost province in South Africa, named after the Limpopo River. The province boasts vast expanses of bushveld wilderness inhabited by an abundance of wildlife species making it the ideal location for nature and wildlife enthusiasts. Here are some luxury game lodges you can stay at while you’re here:

Jamila Game Lodge dining (TG)

Jamila Game Lodge

Jamila Game Lodge is a 4-star accommodation set on the northern side of Welgevonden Private Game Reserve. Surrounded by the exquisite Waterberg Mountains, it offers a relaxing escape with the chance to spot an abundance of wildlife. There are 5 tastefully decorated chalets to choose from, surrounded by Wild Seringa trees. Each chalet features an en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, private deck, and Jacuzzi. Added extras include king-sized beds, bathrobes, ceiling fans, mini bars, and mosquito nets on request.

Guests can enjoy meals on the main deck, in the boma, or alongside the waterhole. The lodge boasts a swimming pool, restaurant, spa, TV lounge, bar, braai area, and games room. Two game drives are offered daily with a qualified nature guide. Find out more.

Little Garonga chalet (TG)

Little Garonga

Little Garonga is a 4-star game lodge situated in the 22 000 hectare Makalali Conservancy.  The lodge has three suites on offer; one with two bedrooms and a swimming pool, and two suitable for couples. They all feature indoor and outdoor lounges, bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, decks, hammocks, and mini bars.

Guests can enjoy exclusive use of the swimming pool, braai facilities, dining area, self-service bar, spa, and wine cellar. Game viewing can be enjoyed in the Kruger National Park through game drives or bush walks. Find out more.

Nedile Lodge (TG)

Nedile Lodge

Nedile Lodge is a 5-star game lodge located in the malaria-free Welgevonden Game Reserve in Vaalwater. It is home to one of the largest collections of privately owned White Rhino, as well as lions, buffalos, elephants, and leopards. Guests are accommodated in 5 luxury rooms with twin or king-sized beds. Each room enjoys spectacular views over the bush and mountains, and has a private deck, en-suite bathroom, fireplace, mini bar, and indoor and outdoor showers.

The game lodge boasts a beautiful rock pool, bar, and laundry service for the exclusive use of all guests. Game viewing can be enjoyed with experienced guides, while on a game drive or during a thrilling bushwalk. Find out more.

Sefapane Lodge pool (TG)

Sefapane Lodge

Sefapane Lodge is a 4-star game lodge set on unspoilt bushveld alongside the Phalaborwa gate of the Kruger National Park. There are 31 fully serviced, traditional thatched rondavels and 17 safari houses to choose from. The rondavels are set beneath a cooling canopy of trees and boast en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning. The safari houses feature three bedrooms (one loft), two bathrooms (one en-suite), a lounge, fully equipped kitchen, and private wooden deck.

The lodge boasts a sunken bar, swimming pool, restaurant, games room, and a conference/wedding venue. Guests can enjoy morning, day, and evening safaris, bush braais, river safaris, bush walks, and mountain bike tours to see the wildlife in the Kruger National Park. Find out more.

Sediba Private Game Lodge Jacuzzi (TG)

Sediba Private Game Lodge

Situated in the malaria-free Welgevonden Private Game Reserve in Vaalwater, the 5-star Sediba Private Game Lodge boasts an idyllic escape for nature lovers. Guests can choose between ten open-plan suites which all boast double bedrooms, lounges, en-suite bathrooms, Jacuzzis, and secluded viewing decks overlooking the Waterberg Mountains.

Guests can enjoy top-class amenities. The lodge offers a bar, swimming pool, spa, laundry service, conference facility, wine cellar, gourmet chef, and a gym. Game drives and bush walks are available with experienced guides, and you can expect to see big game, such as elephant, lion, and rhino, as well as other fauna and flora. Choose to view them in Land rovers or private hides. Find out more.

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