Bakubung Bush Lodge

Terms | Conditions

Rates Include:

• Accommodation
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• 1 complimentary game drive per person per night of stay
• Boma dinners, which are offered every Saturday night
• VAT

Rates Exclude:

• All beverages
• Lunch
• Items of personal nature

Children can only be accommodated in a Standard Twin room if sharing with one or two adults.

• Dinner Bed and Breakfast rate

• 1 complimentary game drive is included per person per night’s stay. Please refer to Wildlife Activities page for further information.
• Children aged 12 years and younger (maximum two children per room) will be accommodated free of charge on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis, including one game drive, if sharing with one or two adults.
• Children aged 13-17 years will be accommodated free of charge on a room only basis and will be charged per child per day for breakfast, lunch, dinner and two game drives, if sharing with one or two adults.

• Full Board rate

• 2 complimentary game drives is included per person per night’s stay. Please refer to Wildlife Activities page for further information.
• Children aged 12 years and younger (maximum two children per room) will be accommodated free of charge on a full board basis inclusive of dinner, bed, breakfast, lunch and two game drives per day, if sharing with one or two adults.
• Children aged 13-17 years will be accommodated free of charge on a room only basis and will be charged per child per day for breakfast, lunch, dinner and two game drives, if sharing with one or two adults.

A park entrance fee of R 60 will apply to children 12 years and younger.

All Rooms Have:

• Individual air-con
• bathrooms with shower and toilet
• DSTV
• direct dialing phone
• electric shaving plugs
• coffee/tea making machines
• hair dryer.

Check-in is after 14:00 and check-out is before 10:00.

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.
Payment can be made via bank transfer, credit card (Master/Visa) or bitcoin.

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.

Honeymoon Added Value Offers

• Allocation of a room with a King Size bed
• Bottle of Sparkling wine a platter of chocolate dipped fruits (strawberries when available) with a personalized note from the GM
• Complimentary Late Departure (Subject to availability)
• VIP Turndown on day of arrival

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.

The rate for day use will be the single room rate, but the room must be vacated prior to 17h00, and is subject to availability.

Activities

Experience the Big 5 with our trained field guides who will also show you some of Africa's beautiful fauna and flora.

Game Drive Times

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.
Prices may be subject to change. Non-residential rates available on request.

Visit us outside the wildlife centre on Wednesdays and Saturdays for a live snake demonstration by one of our experienced field guides. Bookings are essential and can be made at the Wildlife Centre.

Game Viewing

The lodge itself plays centre stage for incredible wildlife sightings. So even if you're not taking part in a game drive or game walk, ensure that you keep your keen eye out for some truly incredible experiences right outside on your doorstep.

If you're looking for unprecedented views to share with your partner or loved ones, our specialized game rangers will take you to one of their many secret spots. Sip on a glass of champagne while you soak in an African sunset. By prior arrangement only.

Another not-to-be-missed activity is the famous Bakubung bush boma dinner. Sit under a canopy of a million stars, whilst you dine on our local South African dishes and watch live traditional entertainment. A truly once in a lifetime experience that will stay in the memory forever.

Learn about our vibrant bird life, and age-old trees as one of our experienced field guides take you on an informative morning walk through the property. Limited to 10 guests per day. Bookings are essential.

For active minds, we have a selection of board games available for hire. Enquire at reception for more information.

Junior Rangers Programme

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.

Hippo Holiday Club (available all year round)

The Hippo holiday kiddies programme is available for children aged 4 to12 years old, and takes place Tuesdays to Sundays during the school holidays. Enquire with us for more information.

Playground

The kids are able to explore and play in our fully equipped playground with jungle gym, swings and slides. We also host many other kids activities to give you the break that you need and deserve.

The true golfers will be well aware that bordering the Pilanesberg National Park is one of Africa's most iconic golf courses, the Gary Player Country Club. Whether you're confident enough to take on the home of the Nedbank Golf Challenge, or you're happy with a round at the scenic Lost City Golf Course, our guest relations manager will organise you a round.

Equipment is available from reception.