Hotel Pickup Included
Collection available from Any Hotel, Guesthouse, Residence, or Airport in Johannesburg and Pretoria
About this experience
This 2-day boutique safari takes place at the 5-star Lush Private Lodge: the newest addition to the Black Rhino Private Game Reserve. Tucked into a wooded hillside within the ancient Pilanesberg volcanic crater: this contemporary lodge emphasizes minimalist design and natural finishes to highlight the beauty of the surrounding wilderness. The safari provides exclusive traversing rights over 55,000 hectares: ensuring intimate sightings of the Big Five and endangered species like the African wild dog. Each of the five luxury suites offers total seclusion with a King-sized bed: free-standing tub: open-air rain shower: and a private wooden deck with a splash pool. With gourmet Italian-inspired cuisine and luxury transfers from Johannesburg: this experience is tailored for the sophisticated traveler seeking serenity and world-class service.
What is included
- Return luxury air-conditioned transfers from Johannesburg or Pretoria
- One night accommodation at the 5-star Lush Private Lodge
- Two guided open-vehicle safari game drives in the private Black Rhino concession
- Two guided open-vehicle safari game drives in the Pilanesberg National Park
- All gourmet meals including breakfast: lunch: and traditional boma dinners
- Selected local beers: wines: and spirits at the lodge
- Pilanesberg National Park and Black Rhino conservation fees
- Professional English-speaking safari guide and ranger
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the lodge
Not included
- Imported beers: wines: and spirits
- Lush Boutique purchases and souvenirs
- Personal wellness treatments and massages
- Gratuities for the guide: ranger: and lodge staff
- Travel insurance
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Concession Safari:
Morning pickup from your address in Johannesburg or Pretoria followed by a transfer to the Greater Pilanesberg. Enjoy an orientation game drive in a closed luxury vehicle before checking into the lodge. After a gourmet lunch: relax in your private suite before departing for a sunset game drive in an open safari vehicle. Conclude the day with a signature fireside dinner at the lodge boma.
Day 2: Sunrise Safari and Return:
Wake up for an early sunrise game drive to witness the dawn activity of the bush. Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and time to enjoy your private plunge pool or viewing deck. An optional final game drive is available at midday before departing the reserve at 15:00. Arrival back at your drop-off point in the city is scheduled for approximately 17:30.
Things to know
- •Address Required: Please provide the full street address for your door-to-door pickup.
- •Child Policy: Children from the age of 10 years are welcome at the lodge.
- •Malaria-Free: The Black Rhino concession is located in a safe: malaria-free wilderness Eden.
- •Pickup Window: Collection occurs between 05:30 and 07:00 depending on your location.
- •Drop-off Schedule: Return transfers typically conclude around 18:00.
- •What to Bring: Neutral-colored clothing: a warm jacket for sunrise drives: sunblock: and a camera.
- •Flight Advice: Domestic departures after 19:30 | International after 21:00.
- •Cancellation Policy: 30-day notice forfeits 25% | 20-day notice forfeits 50% | 7-day notice forfeits 100%.