Tshwene Lodge

This magnificent Tshwene Lodge in the Waterberg region can be reached by a 3-hour road drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria and is therefore easily accessible.

The sister lodge Ekuthuleni is in proximity to the Lodge each lodge can accommodate a maximum of ten guests, with a combined maximum group size of 22.

The Tshwene Lodge guests are invited to relax in the comfort of a double room with en-suite bathroom, an indoor and private outdoor shower, as well as a secluded entertainment area which provides breathtaking views of the untamed African bush. From the individual wooden deck, one can listen to the calls of a passing herd of elephant, or one can watch the African sunset into the bush as it sinks over the horizon.

On the thrilling safari drives, guests staying here experience the excitement of the "Big Five" in their natural habitat. The lodge's qualified game rangers take guests in the open wildlife viewing vehicles to entertain them with their knowledge and experience of the bush. Two safari drives are offered daily, one early morning and afternoon/evening safari drive.

This exclusive Lodge features two lounges, an outdoor swimming pool as well as indoor and outdoor dining areas which are on an enormous wooden patio from where magnificent views can be enjoyed. The Lodge features its private helicopter pad while the Welgevonden Game Reserve offers two individual landing strips.

About the Welgevonden Game Reserve 

The Welgevonden Game Reserve, located just three hours’ north of Johannesburg in the Limpopo Province’s Waterberg plateau, is one of the most ruggedly scenic reserves in South Africa, characterised by rolling hills, rugged gorges and grassy plains.

Aptly meaning ‘well found’, the Welgevonden is unlike anywhere else on earth, a true wilderness area with excellent game viewing and stunning scenery. Enjoy this mountain bushveld environment with roaring rivers and sweeping horizon views. The reserve is located at high altitude, enjoys a mild climate and is Malaria free making it worth a visit any time of the year.

As a result of the reserve’s diverse landscapes, visitors can enjoy Big Five sightings, in addition to encounters with over 50 mammal species, 250 bird species and some of the bush’s most beautiful wildflowers that make their appearance in early spring.

The Welgevonden also boasts one of Africa’s largest populations of white rhino on a private reserve, with such unusual species as brown hyena, aardwolf and aardvark also located within the reserve. The reserve has never been a hunting area and as such game viewing is up and close and personal. In addition to great game viewing, there is also ancient San Rock Art.

This is Africa at its most interesting and at its best.