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Pilanesberg National Park, North-West, South Africa

Black Rhino Game Lodge

Wildlife Lodge

Trip Advisor Rating 4.5
Members 7 Nights Stay from
£2974

Black Rhino Game Lodge, nestled in the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park, offers a luxurious bushveld retreat amidst a vibrant Tamboti forest. Its prime setting overlooks a bustling waterhole teeming with wildlife.

The lodge's private suites, elegantly appointed with air-conditioning, minibars, and tea-and-coffee facilities, open onto patios where guests may glimpse impala or elephants in the tranquil bush. Designer bathrooms feature private outdoor showers, perfect for cooling off, while the atmospheric restaurant, led by a top-class chef, serves exquisite all-inclusive meals, with a terrace menu available for lunch. The bar and dining areas connect to a viewing deck, immersing guests in the surrounding wilderness.

Expert rangers lead morning and afternoon game drives through the Black Rhino Reserve and Pilanesberg's 200 km road network, offering thrilling encounters with the 'Big 5' and the park's pristine valleys. The lodge's outdoor pool, dining boma, and hide overlooking the waterhole provide serene spaces to relax, with the stillness often punctuated by the distant roar of lions. Guests can also enjoy brunch from 09:00 to 12:00, afternoon tea from 14:00 to 16:00, and dinner from 19:30 to 21:00.

Summer game drives run from 05:30 to 08:30 and 15:30 to 19:00, while winter drives operate from 06:00 to 09:00 and 15:00 to 18:30, ensuring optimal wildlife viewing. Check-in is strictly at 14:00, with check-out at 10:30, and gate entry fees are excluded. Just 33 km from Sun City, Black Rhino Game Lodge blends sophisticated comfort with the untamed beauty of Pilanesberg, with complimentary parking enhancing accessibility.

Booking from 1st November