Rates inclusive of 15% VAT
• South African Rand • Subject to availability |
Details |
1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 |
Standard Suites - Per Person Per Night (sharing) |
R5
790 |
Standard Suites - Per Person Per Night (single) |
R8
100 |
Deluxe Suites - Per Person Per Night (sharing) |
R6
990 |
Deluxe Suites - Per Person Per Night (single) |
R9
780 |
Superior Deluxe Suites - Per Person Per Night (sharing)
- Valid from 1 Aug 2023 |
R7
300 |
Superior Deluxe Suites - Per Person Per Night (single)
- Valid from 1 Aug 2023 |
R10
220 |
Details |
1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 |
Standard Suites - Per Person Per Night (sharing) |
R6
600 |
Standard Suites - Per Person Per Night (single) |
R9
240 |
Deluxe Suites - Per Person Per Night (sharing) |
R8
500 |
Deluxe Suites - Per Person Per Night (single) |
R11
900 |
Superior Deluxe Suites - Per Person Per Night (sharing) |
R8
750 |
Superior Deluxe Suites - Per Person Per Night (single) |
R12
250 |
Exclusive use (up to 16 pax) |
R105 000 |
Child rate:
- Lush accommodates children from the age of 10 years old.
- Children aged 10 & 11 years old are charged 70% of
the applicable rate.
- From 12 years, standard rates apply.
Look at our
Special Offers for SA Residents under our special offers section!

South African Residents Special
Valid from 01 July -
15 December 2023
all-inclusive
|
Luxury
Suites |
Deluxe
Suites |
Superior
Deluxe |
R 4 500 per person
per night sharing |
R 5 900 per person
per night sharing |
R6 200 per person
per night sharing |
R 5 400 per person
per night single |
R 7 080 per
person per night single |
R7 440 per
person per night single |
Valid from16
December - 05 January 2024
|
Luxury
Suites |
Deluxe
Suites |
Superior
Deluxe |
R 5 790 per person
per night sharing |
R 6 990 per person
per night sharing |
R8 750 per person
per night sharing |
R 8 100 per person
per night single |
R 9 780 per
person per night single |
R12 250 per
person per night single |
Include:
- Luxury accommodation
- All meals, all teas/coffees and soft drinks
- Selected local beers, wines, and spirits
- In-room minibar
- 2 game activities per day, with drinks and snacks
- Wi-Fi access
- 15% VAT
Excludes:
- Gratuities;
- imported beers, wines, and spirits;
- Lush Boutique purchases;
- Black Rhino Game Reserve entrance fees of R140.00 p.p.p.d;
- additional activities;
- Transfers
Terms &
Conditions.
- Valid from 01 July – 15 December 2023.
- Bookable from/within 60
days to arrival.
- Valid for SADC Residents only.
- A minimum 2-night stay
applies over weekends, public
holidays, and long weekends on the special rate.
- Kindly note that availability is not guaranteed, should
guests wish to wait to book the special rate.
- Full Rates will apply for Peak Season, 16 Dec 2023
– 05 Jan 2024, no specials are applicable.
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 Terms
- Cancellations made with more than 60 days to travel forfeit
the 20% deposit
- Cancellations made with 60 days or less to travel forfeit
the full payment
- No refouds are made for missed serviced, except in veriable
extenuating circumsrances.Veriable claims will only be considered if
received in written within thirty (30) days of the service being
missed, and any refunds made will be at the discretion of Lush Private
Lodge. Compassionate circumstances will be taken into account for
cancellations due to uninsurable events.
General
Dietary, Medical & Special Clebrations: All travelers shall
communicate any dietary or medical restrictions as well as any special
celebrations during their time at Lush Private Lodge
Lush Private Lodge will be able to cater for most health-imposed
dietary restrictions but cannot guarantee that religious or voluntary
dietary restrictions can be met
Some Lush News &
Updates
- Our guest gym and spa have been open and operational since
March 2023, for our guests to enjoy!
- We completed and opened Deluxe Suite number 2, and it has
been open for bookings since March.
- Deluxe Suite 3 is open for bookings from 01 August 2023.
- From 01 August 2023, we will have a total of 8 rooms
– 5 Suites & 3 Deluxe Suites.

INTO THE WILD
I never knew of a morning in Africa when I woke up and was not happy. – Ernest Hemingway
Lush guarantees you authentic safari adventures to write home about. Exclusive traversing in Black Rhino Reserve and the Pilanesberg’s Wilderness Area offers the opportunity to explore an untouched environment. Access also to the public section of the park increases your chances of encountering a large variety of wildlife.
Game drives, with scenic stops for refreshments – offered by the lodge, on the traditional twice-daily basis
Guided morning bush walks bring you closer to nature – offered by the lodge, on request
Hot-air balloon flights* give you a different perspective on the herds – booked with a trusted tour operator, on request
Golf* at the nearby championship Gary Player and Lost City golf courses, set in parkland and bushveld, respectively – transfers by arrangement
*At an additional cost; please enquire upon making your Lush reservation
DISTANCES FROM
THE LODGE
Nearest major
cities:
- Pretoria – 185km/115mi.
- Johannesburg – 200km/125mi.
Nearest airports:
- Pilanesberg International Airport – 40km/25mi.
- Lanseria International Airport – 165km/103mi.
- O.R. Tambo International Airport – 230km/143mi.
BY ROAD
Self-drive directions:
- From
Johannesburg, take the R512 past Hartbeespoort Dam and
exit onto the N4 towards Rustenburg
- From Pretoria,
take the N1 north and exit onto the N4 towards Rustenburg
- Travel along the N4, then take the R556 (Sun
City/Pilanesberg National Park) exit
- Turn right at the stop onto the R556, and continue on
towards Sun City
- Pass the Sun City gate and then Sun Village Shopping Centre
(both on the right)
- At the four-way stop, turn right onto the R565 Derdepoort
road
- Continue on for approx. 27km – the entrance to
Black Rhino Game Reserve is on the right
- Friendly gate staff will direct guests on to Lush
BY AIR
SA Express airline
locally services Pilanesberg International Airport. The airline offers
twice-weekly flights (Mondays and Fridays) connecting
Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo International Airport and Cape Town
International Airport with Pilanesberg. An airport car rental service
is available, and lodge transfers can also be arranged.

WITH A SPRINKLE OF ITALIAN FLAIR
Dining is an essential part of the Lush experience. Days here are punctuated by culinary delights – as anticipated as the activities. All menus celebrate fresh, seasonal ingredients in freshly prepared dishes. The Lupini family ethos of cooking now for now ensures consistent quality and satisfaction. Dining options range from light and healthy to downright indulgent, but special dietary requirements – including vegetarian and gluten-free – are catered for on request. Private dining can also be arranged.
- Breakfast – continental buffet and cooked meals to order
- Lunch – lighter meals that do not skimp on flavour
- Afternoon tea – spreads of sweet and savoury treats
- Dinner – chef’s signature tables and fireside barbecues

Lush is a contemporary lodge, shaped around the environment. In fact, it is a shepherd’s tree – sheltered from the wind and warmed by the morning sun, between hill and plain – that marked the position of the main lodge. Its minimalistic décor and natural finishes put the focus on the view, which at once draws you outside. With this in mind, multi-level interior-flowing-to-exterior spaces are designed for outdoor living. Spend time between safari activities reading or playing board games on the couches, sipping coffee in the bar lounge – a favourite spot to rendezvous at any time of day – or stargazing from the deck.
Facilities:
- Bar lounge serving the lodge’s own brand of specialty coffee, and a selection of local and international wines, beers, and spirits
- Open-plan dining and lounge area warmed by two fireplaces in the cooler months
- Breakfast bar for guests to help themselves to beverages and buffet choices
- Viewing/dining deck with tables set out for meal times, coffee breaks, and sundowners
- Boma for social outdoor dinners, with a barbeque, central firepit, and dining tables
- Lush Boutique offering a range of select items for guests to take home something of their time here
- Complimentary Wi-Fi with access throughout the lodge
Our wellness facility will open as soon as we can resume operations. The professional spa will offer single and couple treatments and is complemented by a fully equipped gym and a quiet studio for yoga, pilates and meditation.
The dining experience at Lush has become a signature feature. Building a wine cellar at Lush was the natural progression and it is ready to receive its first visitors to enjoy a glass of excellent South African wine. The informal atmosphere provides a relaxed setting for a candle lit dinner for two or a family meal. The roof’s stargazing deck doubles up as a romantic dinner venue.

Lush is a contemporary lodge, shaped around the environment.
Minimalistic décor andnatural finishes put the focus on the
view, at once drawing guests to outdoor living spaces.
3 Bush-facing Suites and 2
Mountain-facing Suites, designed with privacy and every
comfort in mind, each include: an emperor-sized bed (convertible to a
3/4-bed set); pause
area (incl. Smeg minibar and Nespresso coffee machine); in-room
freestanding bath; en-
suite shower room with spacious walk-in shower; private dressing and
vanity area;
separate toilet; open-air shower; range of deluxe body products;
expansive outdoor
furnished deck; private splash pool; air-conditioning, and personal
safe
1 Deluxe Suite,
larger in size affording more privacy, and direct views into the
wildlife area from the upstairs viewing deck. This suite offers the
following: an emperor-
sized bed (convertible to 3/4-bed set); pause area (incl. Smeg minibar
and Nespresso
coffee machine); private lounge; dedicated work/desk area; separate
in-room
freestanding bath; en-suite shower room with spacious walk-in shower;
private dressing
and vanity area; separate toilet; outside bath and double open-air
shower; range of
deluxe body products; large heated splash pool; large upstairs viewing
deck; air-
conditioning, and personal safe
Our 3rd Deluxe Suite,
which will be called a Superior Deluxe Suite, will be opening on 01
August 2023
Our spa is now open - you will have the opportunity to destress and
balance your body and mind, by experiencing deep relaxation with our
new Lush wellness treatments using organic Terres D’Afrique
Products.
We now also have a gym with fitness equipment available for guests to
use during their stay
Main guest area,
run on traditional Italian hospitality, with: a bar; open-plan dining/
lounge area; outdoor lounge; and wrap-around viewing/dining deck
African boma,
for social outdoor dinners, with: a barbeque; central firepit; and
dining tables
Lush Boutique,
with a range of select items – including the
lodge’s blend of fair-
trade coffee – for guests to take home something of their
time here
Lush Wellness Treatments,
destress and balance your body and mind, by experiencing
deep relaxation with our organic Terres D’Afrique Products.
Please note:
children 12 years and older are welcome; age restriction is revisable
if the lodge is booked exclusively
Arrival&Departure
Times
Check-in: 14h00 | Check-out:
11h00
*Deviation to these times by special arrangement only
Child rate:
- Lush accommodates children from the age of 10 years old.
- Children aged 10 & 11 years old are charged 70% of
the applicable rate.
- From 12 years, standard rates apply.
Inclusions
- Luxury accommodation;
- all meals; all teas/coffees and soft drinks; selected
beers, selected wines and spirits;
- in-room minibar;
- limited laundry;
- gym
- two safari activities per day, with refreshments and snacks;
- Wi-Fi access;
- 15% VAT
Exclusions
- Gratuities;
- premium beers, wines and spirits;
- Lush Boutique purchases;
- additional activities;
- guided bush walks,
- at an additional cost and subject to availability of a
guide;
- Black Rhino Reserve fees of 2023 - R140 / 2024 - R150 per
person per day (subject to change without prior notice);
- transfers;
- spa treatments
Payments & Cancellations
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 Terms
- Lush Private Lodge reserves the right to cancel any
reservation based on the non-payment of either the deposit or the
balance of payment, without notice. Such cancellation may attract
cancellation fees as set out hereunder.
- In the event of a reservation being cancelled by or on
behalf of the traveller in writing after Lush Private Lodge has issued
confirmation, the following cancellations fees will apply:
- Cancellations made with more than 60 days to travel forfeit
the 20% deposit
- Cancellations made with 60 days or less to travel forfeit
the full payment
- No refunds are made for missed services, except in
verifiable extenuating circumstances. Verifiable claims will only be
considered if received in writing within thirty (30) days of the
service being missed, and any refunds made will be at the discretion of
Lush Private Lodge. Compassionate circumstances will be taken into
account for cancellations due to uninsurable events.
Travel Insurance:
It is the responsibility of each visitor to Lush Private Lodge to
ensure that adequate and comprehensive travel insurance is in place
from the time of confirmation of a booking at Lush Private Lodge and
that details of such insurance are available during the time of travel.
Such travel insurance must cover the visitor against all risks
including but not limited to costs of cancellation and curtailment,
damage, delay, evacuation, medical treatment, hospitalization, illness,
inconvenience, injury, loss, repatriation and theft. Lush Private Lodge
cannot accept any liability for any of these events under any
circumstances.
- Our spa is now open - you will have the opportunity to destress and balance your body and mind, by experiencing deep relaxation with our new Lush wellness treatments using organic Terres D’Afrique Products
- We now also have a gym with fitness equipment available for guests to use during their stay
ENSURING YOUR COMFORT
WEATHER
Average temperatures in mid summer (January) range from a low of 19°C/66°F to a high of 31°C/88°F, and in midwinter (July) from a low of 4°C/39°F to a high of 21°C/70°F.
Average annual rainfall is 622mm/24in, and usually occurs in the form of afternoon thundershowers during the period from December to March.
WHAT TO WEAR AND PACK
Comfort is the order of the day, though you may wish to dress more elegantly for dinner i.e. sport shirts and slacks for men, dresses or blouses and pants for women. For game drives and bush walks, wearing neutral-coloured, natural fibre clothing is recommended, and we suggest packing the following items to ensure you are all set for your safari experience:
- Sturdy walking shoes
- Warm pullover and windproof jacket (evenings and the winter months can be chilly)
- Sun hat, sunglasses, and high-SPF sunscreen and lip balm
- Insect repellent (provided by the lodge, though you may wish to bring along your preferred brand)
- Camera, video camera, spare memory cards, and charging equipment
- Binoculars
- Waterproof bag for personal items
A DAY AT LUSH…
…happens in your own time. But the outline below gives guests an idea of what to expect
Spring & Summer |
Autumn & Winter |
05h00 – Wake-up call |
05h45 – Wake-up call |
05h30 – Tea/coffee |
06h15 – Tea/coffee |
05h45 – Morning game drive (±3 hours) |
06h30 – Morning game drive (±3 hours) |
09h00 – Continental buffet and cooked breakfast is served back at the lodge |
09h30 – Continental buffet and cooked breakfast is served back at the lodge |
At leisure |
At leisure |
13h00 – Light lunch is served |
13h00 – Light lunch is served |
16h00 – Afternoon tea is served |
15h30 – Afternoon tea is served |
16h30 – Afternoon game drive (±3 hours) |
16h00 – Afternoon game drive (±3 hours) |
20h00 – Dinner is served back at the lodge, in the dining room/on the deck/out in the boma |
19h30 – Dinner is served back at the lodge, in the dining room/on the deck/out in the boma |