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About this property

Shepherds Tree Game Reserve is a lodge concession, located on the south western portion of the Pilanesberg Game Reserve and 11 mi away from Sun City. The elegantly furnished rooms offer views of the reserve and come with private bathroom. The suites have a lounge area. Guided game drives in open game viewing vehicles are offered in the morning and evening. The area is malaria-free. Shepherds Tree Game Reserve also includes a spa center and outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. The lodge is a 2.5-hour drive from Johannesburg.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Top pick by families with children

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

    • Free Parking Available On Site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tatiane
    Brazil Brazil
    Our stay at this hotel was simply unforgettable! The location is perfect, surrounded by beauty and convenience, and the rooms are wonderfully comfortable. The service was beyond expectations – warm, caring, and truly genuine. The meals were...
  • Jean
    South Africa South Africa
    Our stay at Shepherds Tree Game Lodge in the Pilanesburg game reserve was truly unforgettable! From the moment we arrived, we were treated with exceptional hospitality and warm smiles. The game drives were expertly guided and absolutely excellent...
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely 💯! The game drives were awesome and the sights we saw were amazing! To be sitting around 12 to 15 feet away from a Cheetah which had just walked down the track infront of us and then standing on a rock by the side of our vehicle was...
  • Paulin
    United States United States
    The staff and Rangers were very nice and professional. They were amazing!! It' was the best trip
  • Quinitn
    South Africa South Africa
    The food was amazing and we had a very nice room. The staff was very friendly and we had a good time.
  • Edouard
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Excellent food, more than qualified staff and knowledgeable rangers for top game drives in the Reserve.
  • Renee
    Canada Canada
    Perfect day the staff & guides amazing. I gained at least 10lbs. Very clean resort and everyone is very friendly.
  • Alfonso
    United States United States
    Service is top rate and so as foods. One phone call and the cart will come to pick us up. Mingo, our ranger drove us all around to see many animals twice a day. It was our first safari experience.
  • Dirk
    South Africa South Africa
    All the meals were exceptional, tasty, and of high quality. The staff did go the extra mile to make our stay truly unforgettable.
  • Sophie
    Belgium Belgium
    Great location, great food, great people, great atmosphere

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Included in the rate is accommodations, meals and 2 game drives a day (dawn and dusk). Excluded is all drinks, spa, curio shop purchases and conservation levy.

Please note, children under 6 years are not permitted to go on game drives.

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