Hotel Pickup Included
Collection available from Any Hotel - Guesthouse - Residence - or Airport in Johannesburg and Pretoria
About this experience
This 2-day elite safari experience centers on the prestigious Tshukudu Bush Lodge: an intimate sanctuary consisting of only 10 luxury chalets. Built high on a rocky slope that forms part of a rare alkaline ring complex: the lodge overlooks the vast savanna grasslands and a high-traffic waterhole. The experience is designed for the physically fit as it requires climbing 132 steps to reach the main lodge area: ensuring complete privacy and an elevated perspective of the bush. The itinerary includes four guided game drives: featuring sunset and sunrise excursions in open safari vehicles. Each thatched chalet offers African-themed elegance with leather sofas: deep sunken baths with panoramic views: and private viewing decks. With luxury transfers from Johannesburg and fine dining included: this package represents one of the most exclusive romantic retreats in South Africa.
What is included
- Return luxury air-conditioned transfers from Johannesburg or Pretoria
- One night accommodation at the exclusive Tshukudu Bush Lodge
- Two guided open-vehicle safari game drives with a professional ranger
- Two orientation game drives in a closed vehicle during transfers
- All gourmet meals including High Tea and starlit boma dinners
- Professional English-speaking safari guide and ranger
- Snacks and refreshments provided during the game drives
- Pilanesberg National Park entrance and conservation fees
Not included
- Beverages and refreshments (Cash bar available at the lodge)
- Purchases of a personal nature and souvenirs
- Gratuities for the guide: ranger: and lodge staff
- Travel insurance
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival and Hilltop Views
Morning pickup from your address in Johannesburg or Pretoria followed by a transfer to the reserve. Enjoy a few hours of orientation game viewing before arriving at the Tshukudu parking area. After climbing the steps to the main lodge: enjoy High Tea and check into your luxury chalet. Embark on a sunset game drive in an open safari vehicle before returning for a starlit dinner at the outdoor boma or lodge restaurant. Included High Tea and Dinner.
Day 2 Sunrise Safari and Return
Wake up for an early 3-hour sunrise game drive to witness the dawn activity of the Big Five. Return to the lodge for a hearty brunch and some final hours of relaxation on your private viewing deck. Mid-morning involves a final closed-vehicle game drive through the reserve as you head toward the exit. Arrival back at your drop-off point in the city is scheduled for approximately 17 30. Included Brunch.
Things to know
- •Address Required Please provide the full street address for your door-to-door pickup
- •Physical Requirement Guests must be able to climb 132 steps to reach the lodge
- •Age Restriction Children under the age of 12 years are not permitted at this lodge
- •Malaria-Free The lodge is located in a safe: malaria-free extinct volcanic crater
- •Pickup Window Collection happens between 05 30 and 07 00 depending on location
- •Drop-off Schedule Return transfers typically conclude around 18 00
- •What to Bring Neutral clothing and a warm jacket for sunrise drives are recommended
- •Flight Advice Domestic departures after 19 30 and international after 21 00
- •Cancellation Policy 30-day notice forfeits 25% | 20-day notice forfeits 50% | 7-day notice forfeits 100%