Situated within an exclusive use zone in the south-western portion of the malaria-free Pilanesberg Game Reserve, Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge offers everything you need for an unforgettable safari experience. Its fantastic location provides easy access to all the park’s public roads, as well as the opportunity to explore some of Pilanesberg Game Lodge’s untouched environment.
If you’re looking for privacy coupled with a 5-star luxury setting and the opportunity for some Big Five game viewing, look no further than Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge. The luxury suites offer breath-taking views of the distant bushveld amphitheater. Additionally, the lodge offers 2 game drives daily conducted in the Pilanesberg National Park, where you’ll get the chance to experience the striking beauty of the park along with a professional game ranger in an open 10-seater viewing vehicle.
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Activities
Amani Spa
Conferencing in The Bush
Dining
Facilities
Location
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Weddings
Rates inclusive of 15% VAT
• South African Rand • Subject to availability
Description
1
Oct 2023
to 30 Aprl 2024
1
May 2024
to 30 Sep 2024
1
Oct 2024
to 30 Aprl 2025
Standard Room Single
R7
700
R7
650
R8
850
Standard Room Per Person Sharing per night
R5
130
R5
095
R5
900
Family Suite (Room Rate)
R23
125
R22
925
R26
590
Executive Suite with Private
Heated Plunge Pool (Room Rate)
R12
275
R12
830
R14
120
Villa (Maximum 4 Adults) - Room rate
R25
105
R25
970
R28
865
Look
at our Special Offers for SA Residents under our special offers section!
South African Resident
Rates
Valid from 01 Oct 2023
– 30 Apr 2024
Excluding peak dates Public Holidays and Long Weekends
Including 26 April – 01 May 2024
Room Type
SADC
Rate
Standard
Suite
(max 2 people) per person per night
R3
828
Midweek
Standard Suite (max 2 people) per person per night
R3 144
Executive
Suite with Plunge Pool
(max 2 adults and 1 child
under 6 years) - per room
R11
340
Family
Suite (max 4 adults and 2 children under 12 years)
R15 312
Midweek
Family Suite (max 4 adults and 2 children under 12 years)
R12
576
Villa
– max 4 people - per villa
Private Entertainment Area & Private Pool + Private Vehicle
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea and morning & afternoon
Game Drives
NB: Private meals need to be arranged in advance and will be charged
additionally
R18
138
All-inclusive
OFFER! Villa – max 4 pax
Private Entertainment Area & Private Pool
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea and morning & afternoon
Game Drives
Includes beverages – bottled water, local beers and ciders,
house wine per glass,
soft drinks and a selection of local spirits
R20 540
Exclusive
villa offering
Private Entertainment Area & Private Pool
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea and morning & afternoon
Game Drives Private vehicle and
private dinners served in villa boma
R23 580
Rate
includes all meals and 2 game drives daily
Standard
Suite Rate is per person sharing per night
Executive
Suite, Family Suite and Villa rates are room rates
Rates
excludes any items not mentioned or that of a personal nature
Rate
excludes Conservation Levy R165.00 per guest
per stay.
Applicable
from 01 January 2024.
South African Resident
Rates Valid from 01 Oct 2023
- 30 Apr 2024
Applicable over Public Holidays
and Long Weekends Including 26
April –
01 May 2024
Room
Type
SADC
Rate
Standard Suite
(max 2 people) per person per night
R4
554
Executive Suite with Plunge Pool
(max 2 adults and 1 child
under 6 years) - per room
R12
960
Family Suite (max 4 adults and 2 children under 12 years)
R19 176
Exclusive villa offering
Private Entertainment Area & Private Pool
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea and morning & afternoon
Game Drives Private vehicle and
private dinners served in villa boma
R23 580
Terms & Conditions
Rate includes all meals and 2 game drives daily
Standard Suite Rate is per person sharing per night
Executive Suite, Family Suite and Villa rates are room rates
Rates excludes any items not mentioned or that of a
personal nature
Rate excludes Conservation levy at R 165 per person per stay
(Subject to change as and when advised by North West
National Park)
Single rate is a 50% supplement of the sharing rate.
Children between the ages 6 – 12 years will pay
50% of the adultsharing rate.
Children over 12 are charged as adults.
The above Conservation Levies are subject to change.
Single rate is a 50% supplement of the sharing rate.
Cancellation
Policy
Within 4 weeks: cancellation policy with 20% Cancellation
fees
Within 2 weeks: cancellation policy with 50% Cancellation
fees
Within 1 week: cancellation policy with 100% Cancellation
fees
South African Resident
Rates
April Special
10% off all Villa
Options!
Accommodates up to 4 people
Private Entertainment Area and Private Pool
Option 1
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea and
morning and afternoon Game Drives
R15
920
Option 2
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea and morning
and afternoon Game Drives
Includes beverages – bottled water, local beers
and ciders, house wine per glass, soft drinks and a
selection of local spirits.
R18
025
Option 3
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea and
morning and afternoon Game Drives
Private vehicle and private dinners served in villa boma
R20
690
Terms
and Conditions:
Rates are valid 01 – 30
April 2024
Rates are subject to
availability.
Rates are per person sharing
per night
Rates excludes any services
including meals not specified, community / conservation levies, beverages any item of a
personal nature
South African Resident
Rates
Valid from 01 May
– 30 Sep 2024 Peak dates include
public holidays, long weekends, and school holidays *subject to change*
14 – 17 June 2024, 8 – 11 August 2024, 20
– 24 September 2024
Private
Entertainment Area & Private Pool
Includes beverages – bottled water, local
beers and ciders, house wine per glass,
soft drinks and a selection of local spirits
VALUE ADD: 1 private dinner per 2-night stay
Room Type
SADC
Rate
Standard
Suite
(max 2 people) per person per night
R4
824
Executive
Suite with Plunge Pool
(max 2 adults and 1 child under 6 years)
R13 740
Executive
Suite with Heated Plunge Pool Honeymoon Package
Bottle of bubbles in room on arrival,
1 x Romantic turndown,1 x private dinner in wine
cellar, all local beverages,
1 x couple massage
Minimum 2 nights
stay
R20 778
Family
Suite (max 4 adults and 2 children under 12 years)
R20 328
Exclusive
Villa Offering: The Private Villa comprises 2 x Rooms, each with an
en-suite bathroom
and outdoor shower, and offers breathtaking, panoramic
views of the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. The spacious lounge not only
leads out onto a patio with a private plunge pool, but it also
divides the rooms and boasts a flat screen TV for your convenience.
Villa rates are based on 4 people maximum.
R20
830
Private Entertainment Area
& Private Pool
Includes beverages – bottled water, local beers and ciders,
house wine per glass, soft drinks and a selection of local spirits
VALUE ADD: 1 private dinner per 2-night stay
Rate
includes all meals and 2 game drives daily
Standard
Suite Rate is per person sharing per night
Executive
Suite, Family Suite and Villa rates are room rates
Rates
excludes any items not mentioned or that of a personal nature
Rate
excludes Conservation Levy R165.00 per guest
per stay.
Single rate is a 50% supplement of the sharing rate.
Children between the ages 6 – 12 years will pay
50% of the adultsharing rate.
Children over 12 are charged as adults.
South African Resident
Rates Valid from 01 May - 30
Sep 2024
Excluding peak dates public
holidays, long weekends, and school holidays *subject to change*
14 – 17 June 2024, 8 – 11 August 2024, 20
– 24 September 2024
Room
Type
SADC
Rate
Standard Suite - per person per
night
(max 2 people)
R4
056
Standard
Suite -
per person per night
(max 2 people)
Includes beverages – bottled water, local beers and ciders,
house wine per glass,
soft drinks and a selection of local spirits
R4 556
Executive Suite with Heated
Plunge Pool
(max 2 adults and 1 child
under 6 years) - per room
R12
018
Executive
Suite with Heated Plunge Pool Honeymoon
Package
Bottle of bubbles in room on arrival,
1 x Romantic turndown,1 x private dinner in wine
cellar, all local beverages,
1 x couple massage
Minimum
2 nights stay
R20 778
Family Suite (max 4 adults and 2 children under 12 years)
R16 230
Villa Options:
The Private Villa comprises 2 x Rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom
and outdoor shower, and offers breathtaking, panoramic
views of the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. The spacious lounge not only
leads out onto a patio with a private plunge pool, but it also
divides the rooms and boasts a flat screen TV for your convenience.
Villa rates are based on 4 people maximum.
R16
020
R18
140
R20
830
Private Entertainment Area
& Private Pool
Private Entertainment Area
& Private Pool Private vehicle and
1private dinner at villa
boma per 2 night
stay
Private Entertainment Area
& Private Pool Includes beverages
– bottled water, local beers and ciders,
house wine per glass, soft drinks and a
selection of local spirits VALUE
ADD: 1 private dinner per 2-night stay
Terms & Conditions
Rate includes all meals and 2 game drives daily
Standard Suite Rate is per person sharing per night
Executive Suite, Family Suite and Villa rates are room rates
Rates excludes any items not mentioned or that of a
personal nature
Rate excludes Conservation levy at R 165 per person
per stay
(Subject to change as and when advised by North West
National Park)
Single rate is a 50% supplement of the sharing rate.
Children between the ages 6 – 12 years will pay
50% of the adultsharing rate.
Children over 12 are charged as adults.
The above Conservation Levies are subject to change.
Cancellation
Policy
Within 4 weeks: cancellation policy with 20% Cancellation
fees
Within 2 weeks: cancellation policy with 50% Cancellation
fees
Within 1 week: cancellation policy with 100% Cancellation
fees
BUSHCON
CONFERENCING IN THE BUSH
Shepperd's Tree Game Lodge
offer state-of-the-art conference facilities. Experience exclusive bushveld
conferences, corporate workshops, meetings and teambuilding
sessions at our award-winning 5 star lodges at these amazing rates.
February – July 2024: R5 400 single | R 4 195
per person sharing August – December
2024: R5 945
single | R4 615 per person sharing
Rate inclusions:
Accommodation
Breakfast,
lunch, afternoon tea, game drive drinks and dinner.
Morning and
afternoon game drives in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve.
Use of
conference venue from check-in time (14h00) until check-out time
(11h00).
Including
standard equipment, cordials, mints, notepads, stationery, PA system
and data projector, and 2 x coffee/tea breaks.
Rate exclusions:
Bar, spa
treatments and curio shop purchases.
Telephone,
fax and media costs.
Conservation
Levy – R165 person per stay (subject to change without prior
notification).
Additional
coffee/tea snack break – R130 per person per break.
Extra
activities are not included.
Terms and
Conditions Apply.
Only
applicable to new bookings.
The
above midweek rate is only applicable from Sunday night to Thursday,
excluding weekends and public holidays.
Luxury accommodation in the heart
of the Pilanesberg Game Reserve
The design feature accommodates 22 Standard rooms (or 11 family
suites), 4 spacious executive suites situated and 3 Villas adjacent to
the magnificent main lodge.
STANDARD SUITE
The Standard Suite sleeps two adults features an en-suite bathroom as
well as an outside shower, and a private patio overlooking the
extensive game reserve. The Standard Rooms can also be combined into a
Family Room which includes an additional two sleeper-couches. Satellite
TV is available for a Family Room option only.
ROOM FEATURES THE
FOLLOWING:
Ensuite Bathroom with Bath & Outside Shower
Air Conditioning
Coffee & Tea Station
Minibar
Complimentary Toiletries
Hair Dryer
Safe
Patio
Daily Housekeeping
FAMILY SUITE
2 Luxury Suites that open onto a shared lounge (which can sleep 2
children on sleeper couches) allow for a spacious family offering that
can sleep up to 6 people. The lounge and covered patio provide for a
welcome retreat from the heat of the day. The lounge has a flat screen
TV with DSTV.
ROOM FEATURES THE
FOLLOWING:
Ensuite Bathroom with Bath & Outside Shower
Air Conditioning
Coffee & Tea Station
Minibar
Complimentary Toiletries
Hair Dryer
Safe
Patio
Daily Housekeeping
EXECUTIVE SUITE
The Executive Suites provide guests with an en-suite, indoor steam
shower, as well as a double outdoor shower, and private patio with
private heated pool. The suite also allows guests to relax in their
private lounge with satellite TV.
ROOM FEATURES THE
FOLLOWING:
Ensuite Bathroom with Bath, Outside & Indoor Shower
Air Conditioning
Coffee & Tea Station
Complimentary Toiletries
Hair Dryer
Safe
Sitting Area
TV (selected DSTV channels)
Patio
Daily Housekeeping
PRIVATE VILLA
The Private Villa include two en-suite rooms, each with a private
outdoor shower. The villa’s patio offers panoramic views of
the reserve, as well as a private plunge pool. The inside offers a
spacious lounge with satellite TV.
ROOM FEATURES THE
FOLLOWING:
Ensuite Bathroom with Bath & Outside Shower
Air Conditioning
Coffee & Tea Station
Complimentary Toiletries
Hair Dryer
Safe
Sitting Area
TV (selected DSTV channels)
Patio
Boma Area
Private Plunge Pool
Daily Housekeeping
A wide range of activities for our guest’s enjoyment
The Lodge provides a number of fun filled leisure activities
for couples, families and groups. A list of activities can be found
below, please enquire with the lodge to pre-book those not included in
your package:
BIG 5 GAME
DRIVES
Get the real feel for the African bushveld by going on a
morning or evening game drive. Driving in an open safari vehicle, along
with a qualified guide – experience the Big 5 territory of
the Pilanesberg Game Reserve.
Please Note: No children under the age of 6 allowed on game
drives.
LIVE MUSIC
Get your feel for Africa through a culture experience under a
starlit sky, alongside a percussion band and interactive drumming
circles to ensure guests have a full and joyous evening around the
campfire.
HOT AIR BALLON
Experience the only Hot Air Balloon operation in South Africa
to launch from within a National Park, we offer a truly unique flying
experience.
AMANI SPA
You can also enjoy holistic rejuvenating spa rituals,
massages, facials and even more luxurious beauty treatments. For a more
intimate experience, try out the couple’s treatment room with
its own hydro bath.
aha SHEPHERD’S TREE
& AMANI SPA
Pure self-indulgence
Relax, unwind and take yourself on a pamper escape you’ll
never forget with Amani health and beauty spa. A truly African
experience, the Amani Spa at Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge is
the ultimate escape for pure self-indulgence. Relax in the lap of
luxury and enjoy our pampering Holistic Body, Skin and Beauty Rituals
designed to revitalise and restore the balance & harmony to
your body, mind & soul. You are guaranteed to walk out glowing
from the inside out!
The spa offers 3 private treatment rooms, 2 of which cater for couples,
and one of which includes a stunning hydrotherapy bath. All the rooms
look directly into the surrounding bushveld for an absorbing
experience. The spa is operated by Amani African Spas.
While each of Amani’s spas is unique in respect of location,
client and ambience, the lifeblood of the company remains consistent:
• Utterly personalized service and care, where each visitor is
treated as the only visitor.
• Highly skilled therapists who are employed not just for
their technical skill, but also for their intuitive ability to read the
client and her/ his particular needs, as well as to manage the
relationship on a long-term basis.
• A 360-degree approach to wellness that incorporates body,
mind and soul through a diverse and luxuriant range of body, skin and
beauty treatments.
Tailor made conference
and incentives
Extra-sensory inspiration awaits at the award-winning
Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge – a striking gem in the
alluring Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Named the Best Lodge in the North
West Province; when you experience conferencing here, the golden
panoramas and wildlife roaming free will take your breath away in
seconds, feeding creativity and energising body and soul.
Treat the team to an exclusive boma dinner or bush dining experience,
featuring the finest cuisine in the land, set against epic views
you’ll want to commit to memory. The Endangered Wildlife
Trust Animal Programmes provide a unique exploration of South
Africa’s precious wildlife and the fascinating eco-system
that is such an important part of our nation’s singular
identity.
The Lodge has a dedicated, state-of-the-art conference facility and
functions centre, which offers stunning comfort for up to 70 delegates
in classroom-style seating. aha Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge
must be seen to be believed. And once you have arrived at this treasure
in the bushveld, you won’t want to leave.
Highlights
State of the art conference facilities
Exclusive Bush Dinner experience
Amani Spa
Golfing at Gary Player Country Club
Team Building Activities
Endangered Wildlife Trust conservation programmes
Conferencing
Full day conference R10,500
Half Day Conference R5,300
Wifi – Usage Included as part of conferencing
package
Data Projector Included as part of conferencing package
PA system Included as part of conferencing package
Flipcharts Included as part of conferencing package
Tele-conferencing phone hire R1,000
/ day – Data call usage included
Guests at aha Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge are invited to enjoy delectable cuisine in our gourmet restaurant or outside at the boma in a bushveld setting a mere 2.5 hours’ drive from Johannesburg.
SHEPHERD'S TREE GAME LODGE - FACILITIES
Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge’s facilities and services ensure leisure and convenience for our adventure-seeking guests. After a busy day spent outdoors, you can get the relaxation you deserve at the award-winning Amani Spa, which offers holistic body, skin, and beauty rituals. Get a soothing massage while enjoying the view of the lodge’s bushveld amphitheatre.
Other facilities and services that guests can enjoy are:
Babysitting or childcare (with surcharge)
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grill(s)
Children’s pool
Computer station
Concierge services
Conference centre
Designated smoking areas
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Free self parking
Meeting room
Outdoor pool
Pool sun loungers
Restaurant
Tours/ticket assistance
Wi-Fi (with surcharge)
SHEPHERD'S TREE GAME LODGE - LOCATION
Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge is located in the North West province, approximately 2.5 hours drive from Johannesburg. Situated in a private concession within the Pilanesberg National Park, our malaria-free property is host to a wide variety of mammals and bird species found in the Big 5.
The property is close to the following tourist spots:
Ukutula Lion Park
The Gary Player Golf Course
Sun City
How to get to
Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge
From Johannesburg
Leave Johannesburg driving past Lanseria Airport towards
Hartebeespoort Dam (suggested routes either William Nicol or Malibongwe
roadways)
At the T-junction of Broederstroom (fruit stall in front of
you ) turn left
Follow signs to Sun City turning right taking the bridge
over the dam
At stop street turn right
At 4 way stop turn left (takes you past Chameleon Village)
and once again follow Sun City signs taking you onto the N4
Once on the N4 Toll road, take the 1st off ramp for
Pilansberg / Sun City
Turn right over the Highway continuing as though traveling
to Sun City (+/- 80km) going through at least 4 4-way stops.
Continue past Sun City entrance and Bakubung Gate turn-off
and proceed to the 4-way stop.
Turn right onto the R565 and proceed for 12km to the
Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge entrance
From Pretoria.
Leave Pretoria take church street towards Attredgeville
towards Hartebeespoort Dam
At the four ways stop turn right towards Hartebeespoort dam.
Drive through the tunnel at Hartebeespoort dam.
At 4 way stop proceed straight (takes you past Chameleon
Village ) and once again follow Sun City signs taking you onto the N4.
Once on the N4 Toll road, take the 1st off ramp for
Pilanesberg/Sun City, exit number 225.
Turn right over the Highway continuing as though traveling
to Sun City (+/- 80km) going through at least 4 4-way stops
Continue straight past Sun City entrance and
Bakubung Gate turn-off, and proceed to the 4 way stop.
Turn right and proceed along the road for 12km to the
Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge entrance on the right hand side.
All rates quoted include 15% VAT
All rates for South African properties include a 1% South
African tourism development levy
Check in
time is from 14h00 and check
out time is by 10h00 at all aha properties.
Game Lodges
Policy:
Children: 0 - 5 years of age
Stay free of charge only when sharing with two full paying
adults, meals charged on consumption
Children: 6 - 11 years of age
Pay 50% of the adult sharing rate when sharing with two
full paying adults Full adult rate applicable if occupying their own
room
Children: 12 years & older
Occupy their own room and pay full adult rate
Where a child shares with 1 adult the adult sharing rate
applies.
Children under the age of 12 years will be accommodated on
special children's game drives. This is subject to availability and at
the discretion of the lodge manager.
Rates Include
Per Person
All meals, teas & snacks and
two daily safari activities
Incl. TOMSA 1%
Rates
excludes
all drinks,
curio purchases,
laundry and items of a personal nature
Conservation Levy R165 per guest per stay.
Please see below
the standard booking terms and conditions:
CANCELLATION POLICY
If a booking is cancelled after confirmation, a 20%
cancellation fee will apply.
60 – 30 days prior to arrival 50%
29 – 15 days prior to arrival 75%
14- 1 days prior to arrival 100%
Refunds where agreed are subject to a 10% administration
fee.
Cancellations will only be accepted in writing
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).
Standard Room: Maximum of 2 adults
Family Suites: Maximum of 4 adults and 2 children under
the age of 12
Executive Suites: Maximum of 2 adults and 1 child under
the age of 6
Villa: Includes private villa unit with private pool,
private vehicle, lounge and boma as well as butler service. Private
meals must be arranged in advanced and will be charged additionally.
Babysitting
facilities are offered at
R300 per hour (maximun 2 children)
Children between the ages of 6 and 12 are permitted on safari at the
sole discretion of the manager or guide. Children under the age
of 6 are not permitted on game drives.
Sole use vehicle is available to facilitate families at an additional
cost of R5 820 per
vehicle per game drive.
Say “I
DO” in the African luxurious bush
Your marriage made in heaven
awaits at Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge, just two hours outside
both Johannesburg and Pretoria. Take your vows in the glow of a golden
sunset as you exchange rings against a beautiful bushveld backdrop; or
say “I do” in an opulent lodge ceremony, surrounded
by the warmth of the people who matter.
Toast to the future, with up to 120 guests as you look out over the
Pilansberg Game Reserve’s panoramic landscape –
painted in green and gold and teeming with majestic wildlife, roaming
free. And you can host your reception in the outdoor boma for a true
African flavour, or wine and dine your guests in the rustic restaurant.
From scrumptious buffets to delicious set menus, the selection of
mouth-watering food options will tantalise even the most discerning
palate. And with service so seamless, all you will need to do is bask
in the magic of your special day.
Come and find your heart at Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge, and
leave with a lingering memory of the African sun, shining down on your
special day.
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Business Hours:
Mon - Fri (09:00 - 17:00)
Sat (09:00 - 13:00)
Time Zone: UTC/GMT +2 hours
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