Bakubung Bush Lodge

Pilanesberg, South Africa

Virgin rating

Boma
Standard Twin Room
Pool
Standard King Room
Bush Walk
Standard Queen Room
Main Restaurant
Executive Suite
Boma
Spa
Boma
Standard Twin Room
Pool
Standard King Room
Bush Walk
Standard Queen Room
Main Restaurant
Executive Suite
Boma
Spa

The hotel

Bakubung Bush Lodge is a luxurious safari lodge located in the heart of Pilanesberg National Park, just 10 minutes away from Sun City and two hours from Johannesburg. The lodge offers it's guests comfortable accommodations, incredible game drives and bush walks providing the chance to get up close and personal with the world's big five. There's also great amenities for both couples and families, including; a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, spa, tennis courts and even a wildlife centre. Bakubung Bush Lodge is an ideal destination for an unforgettable safari experience in a stunning, malaria-free setting.

Amenities

  • Safari
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Located in Pilanesberg National Park, just a two hour drive from Johannesburg.

Hotel information

100 rooms and suites all with free Wi-Fi, separate bathroom area, air conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities, electric safe and mini bar*. 

Standard Queen Rooms have two queen beds and sleep a maximum of 4 adults. 

Half Board: rates are inclusive of breakfast, dinner & 1 game drive per day (guests can choose morning or afternoon).   

Full Board: includes the above plus the addition of lunch. 

Standard Twin Rooms feature two twin beds and sleep a maximum of 4 adults. 

Standard King Rooms feature one king bed and sleep a maximum of 2 adults.

Luxury King Rooms feature one large size king bed and a separate seating area. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults.

Executive Suites feature a king bed and a bath tub for you to view the surrounding Pilanesberg National Park. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults.


Marula Grill (buffet or a la carte). Thutlwa Bar. Motswedi Ladies Bar. Swimming Pool. Residents Lounge (quiet working area). Legacy Balance Spa*. Kids playground. Tennis courts. Wildlife centre. Volleyball court. Fitness centre/gym. 

*Denotes local charge.

Conservation Levies are Included in the rates seen for two adults. Children under 12 years old (maximum of 2 children) who accompany parents on an inclusive Game Drive package, would be required to pay Conservation Levies at an additional cost of R40.00 per child per night), including VAT. This is payable upon arrival at the Lodge.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A true South African experience, wonderfully relaxing.

Apr 28, 2024 Fisama Maidstone, United Kingdom

I'd lived in SA for 25yrs and my son was born there, this was the first time being back in 20yrs, Pilanesberg has always been one of my favourite places to visit and Bakubung did not disappoint. It was fantastic, the accommodation was superb. Sitting outside in the morning with a cup of coffee looking out onto the landscape, listening to the… Read more
I'd lived in SA for 25yrs and my son was born there, this was the first time being back in 20yrs, Pilanesberg has always been one of my favourite places to visit and Bakubung did not disappoint. It was fantastic, the accommodation was superb. Sitting outside in the morning with a cup of coffee looking out onto the landscape, listening to the African sounds there is no better way to start the day, the staff were absolutely wonderful, nothing was too much trouble. We arrived early and was told the room wasn't ready but we could have lunch while we waited, I expected to pay for it but that wasn't the case. It was my son's birthday and they had organised a gift for him in the room which I thought was a lovely touch. The safari drives were great, so informative and fun, stopping for a sundowner was an experience when the elephants joined us. We loved the Boma evening, my son even more so. I would 100% recommend Bakubung. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful resort and amazing staff. Our group was treated like royalty

Apr 12, 2024 Lola D

The resort was beautiful. The staff was amazing and so helpful. Our rooms were clean and spacious. The food was amazing. I would love to go back and spend time there again. I don’t have the photos to show the beauty of this resort and the amazing attentive staff
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful Bush experience

Apr 7, 2024 Hodders_12 Johannesburg, South Africa

We travelled as a family, the staff are very friendly and attentive. We never had any issues. Everything works and was on time. The game drives were good fun and the rangers are very knowledgeable. The buffet is amazing. A great experience, so close to Johannesburg. We visited Sun City for a day excursion whilst staying at Bakubung.
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Apr 3, 2024 Angus M Johannesburg, South Africa

My family and I hired one of the Villas for a long weekend. The Villa itself was lovely and the staff were friendly but I received a nasty surprise upon checkout when I was greeted with a bill of over R5 000 for two game drives. Although it had been explained to me that meals at the restaurant were not included when you stayed at a Villa, I was… Read more
My family and I hired one of the Villas for a long weekend. The Villa itself was lovely and the staff were friendly but I received a nasty surprise upon checkout when I was greeted with a bill of over R5 000 for two game drives. Although it had been explained to me that meals at the restaurant were not included when you stayed at a Villa, I was never told that I would have to pay for game drives over and above the cost of my accommodation (which was around R14 000/night!). Game drives are standard when staying at a lodge of Bakubung's calibre (and cost) and I assumed they would be included. Had I known that I would be charged I would have just done a self-drive through the park as I had driven to the Lodge from JHB! I wrote to Dimpho from the Lodge expressing my unhappiness with this but have not had a response. I doubt I'll stay here next time I return to the Pilanesberg. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A very disappointed stay

Mar 30, 2024 Jean-Patrick F New Hyde Park, New York

Bakubung use to be our favourite place for a safari holiday with my family. Bakubung has changed and not in a nice way. It has got bigger and greedier. Power generators had be used continuously at night. The staff was mostly unfriendly and sometimes rude. I have tried to communicate with reception and management on those matters but this was a… Read more
Bakubung use to be our favourite place for a safari holiday with my family. Bakubung has changed and not in a nice way. It has got bigger and greedier. Power generators had be used continuously at night. The staff was mostly unfriendly and sometimes rude. I have tried to communicate with reception and management on those matters but this was a total waste of my time. The quality of the food was still nice and the hotel relatively clean. Pilanesberg is a beautiful place, but we will stay in a different lodge/hotel in the park next time. Read less