Bakubung Bush Lodge
One of the most amazing bush getaways in South Africa can be found right at the entrance to the malaria-free, Big-5 Pilanesberg National Park.
Bakubung Bush Lodge is in the Pilanesberg Wildlife Reserve and less than a two-hour drive from Johannesburg. It is well-known for offering Big Five game viewing in an area totally free of malaria.
It is simple to combine a glimpse of African wildlife with a touch of glitz and glamour by visiting the Sun City Resort and Casino, which is located within easy driving distance.
Bakubung Bush Lodge, whose name affectionately translates to “Place of the Hippo,” is the kind of place that’s perfect for romantic getaways as well as for family safaris.
Walking safaris, game drives, boma dinners, quad riding, world-class treatments at the Legacy Balance spa, as well as the ever-popular snake demos, archery classes, and Junior Rangers programme for kids are just some of the facilities and activities that are available to keep everyone entertained.
There is a wide variety of accommodations available, ranging from self-catering chalets and big hotel rooms that include dinner and breakfast to opulent villas that are ideal for those in need of a more secluded vacation spot.
The Bakubung Bush Lodge provides guests with both contemporary conveniences and an authentic encounter with African wildlife. Participate in a game drive to search for the “Big 5” or take advantage of the big pool to unwind. The abundance of different sporting events and shuttles to Sun City generate variety helps to transform each day into an unforgettable adventure.
At Bakubung Bush Lodge all of your needs will be met, whether you want to take it easy or get your blood pumping.
The resort offers opulence, impeccable service, and the calm and seclusion that can only be found in the African bush. You can participate in boma braais and your children can participate in the junior ranger programme or explore the adventure playground.
The knowledgeable field guides are able to lead you on guided game drives and bush walks, during which they will demonstrate the local flora and animals.
Accommodation
Accommodation at Bakubung Bush Lodge is provided in 76 Standard Studio Rooms, of which one is wheelchair accessible.
Twenty rooms have King Size Beds and 56 rooms have two Double Beds.
Furthermore, all accommodation at Bakubung provides DSTV, direct dialling phones, a hairdryer, and tea and coffee facilities.
The difference between the room types are as follows:
The Standard King rooms are equipped with a King- size bed, while the bathroom has a bath and separate shower. A minibar is available on request.
The Standard Twin rooms have two double beds and the bathroom has a bath and separate shower. A minibar is available on request.
The Standard Queen rooms have two queen size beds and a bathroom with bath and separate shower. A minibar is available on request.
The executive King Suite has one King size bed and bathroom with bath and separate Shower, as well as a lounge area where a minibar is available on request.
The Luxury King Room is fitted with one King size bed and the bathroom has a bath and separate shower. There is a lounge area too, where a minibar is available on request.
All hotel rooms have doors leading onto either a balcony or a patio. These have beautiful views of the Pilanesberg National Park and the hippo pool.
Facilities
At Bakubung Bush Lodge breakfast is served buffet-style, and lunch and dinner are served buffet-style or table d’hôte.
Bakubung Bush Lodge’s boma truly captures the spirit of Africa. It’s very relaxing to sit around the fire at night, listening to the sounds of the bush.
Bakubung offers a unique dinner dining experience under the stars on Saturdays. The rangers will lead you into the reserve, where you will enjoy a beautiful boma dinner set around a fire and illuminated by the golden glow of lanterns. This is an authentic way to enjoy delectable handcrafted cuisine while immersed in nature. When occupancy levels allow, Wednesday evening boma dinners are also available to in-house guests.
Private events for 10 to 30 people can be held in the small boma.
Relax and take in the sights and sounds of the Pilanesberg National Park from the perspective of a giraffe at Thutlwa Pool Bar while sipping a refreshing cocktail.
A swimming pool, pool bar, and ladies bar are also available, as are free and unlimited Internet access and two floodlit tennis courts.
The Marula Grill Restaurant is open all day and is centrally located in the resort, overlooking the waterhole. Elephants that come for a late afternoon drink frequently spoil diners. Cuisine consists of a buffet feast or an à la carte menu with a wide variety of dishes to suit all tastes.
There is plenty of seating, and guests can dine inside or outside, with exterior seating available under a covered patio or on the lawn under the stars.
The Marula Grill snack menu is available on the terrace from 11:00 to 21:00 and the Motswedi ladies’ cocktail bar is open from 09:00 to 01:00 daily. The bar offers a range of imported beers, spirits, wines and cigars.
Babysitting services are available on request and medical services are available on-call.
There is a curio shop where one can shop for gifts and souvenirs.
There is a helipad at the lodge for private helicopter flights
Bakubung Bush Lodge is also known for its excellent conference facilities.
Conference goers can rely on quality data projectors, built-in screens in all conference rooms, as well as portable screens, overhead projectors, a lectern, TV-monitors, a VHS-video machine, Flip charts, and a big-screen video projector.
These are complemented by air-conditioning units, ISDN-lines, facsimile and photocopying services, conference-call facilities, lapel microphones and a portable PA-system.
Secretarial services are available by prior arrangement.
Activities
A variety of facilities and activities are available to keep guests entertained.
For the youth there is a Junior Ranger programme, volleyball and a kids’ playground, board games and educational snake demonstrations.
During the day guests can enjoy table tennis and darts, action cricket and golf or go on game drives and guided game walks.
Joining the guided bush walks and game drives one can discover and learn more about the natural environment of the Pilanesberg and enjoy some birdwatching.
A shuttle to Sun City allows guests to indulge in the offerings of the resort and casino or they can treat themselves to some indulgence at the Nôkô Kalahari Spa.
Those who need to stay in touch or do some work, can do so in the internet lounge.
Late afternoon can be spend on game drives with bush sundowners, followed by boma dinners.
Bush dinners are served on request.
Rates
Rates differ between Low Season and High Season. Low season is between 01 May and 31 August and high season is from 01 September to 31 December, as well as from 01 January to 30 April.
Bakubung Bush Lodge has a minimum stay policy of 2 nights over weekends (Friday, Saturday) and one 1 night midweek (Sunday to Thursday).
Rates quoted are per room per night or per person per night, so make sure which applies when you book through different agencies.
A Dinner, Bed & Breakfast package includes dinner, bed and breakfast and 1 game drive (per adult) per day.
Full Board includes dinner, bed, breakfast, lunch and 2 game drives (per adult) per day.
Visa and MasterCard credit cards are accepted.
Children ages 12 years and younger stay free on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis if they share with one or two adults.
Children 13 to 17 years will be accommodated free of charge on a room only basis and they will be charged 50% of the meal rate if they are sharing with one or two adults.
Children occupying their own rooms will pay the full adult rate.
Children are charged for game drives at standard rates.
The child policy implemented at Bakubung Bush Lodge is aimed to act in all guests’ best interest and safety.
Guests need to remember that the lodge is situated within a national park and game reserve, where animals roam freely. Moreover, these animals are wild and will always react according to their instincts.
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FAQ
Can you see the Big 5 during a visit to Bakubung Bush Lodge
Yes, you can see the Big 5 during a visit to the lodge, since all hotel rooms have doors leading onto either a balcony or a patio with beautiful views of the park and the hippo pool.
Is Bakubung Bush Lodge easily accessible?
Yes, Bakabung Bush Lodge is located close enough to South Africa’s busiest airport – less than 2 hours’ drive from Johannesburg.
What is the minimum stay policy at Bakubung Bush Lodge
The minimum stay policy requires a two night stay over weekends and one night in midweek.
Is Bakubung Bush Lodge child-friendly
Yes, Bakubung Bush Lodge is child-friendly, with children ages 12 years and younger staying free on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis if they share with one or two adults. There are also several activities available specially to keep them entertained
Is there other activities than game drives to keep guests entertained?
Yes, several other activities including walking safaris, game drives, boma dinners, quad riding, treatments at the Legacy Balance spa, as well as snake demos, archery classes, and Junior Rangers programme for kids will keep everyone entertained.
