Tshukudu Bush Lodge
About this property
Tshukudu Bush Lodge, set in the malaria-free Pilansburg National Park, overlooks a waterhole and is home to Africa’s Big 5 game. It features a plunge pool and spa treatments can be arranged. Each luxury chalet has an open plan lounge with a fireplace, a fan and a private balcony. It comes equipped with a mini-bar and the private bathroom has a bath that overlooks the plains. Dining at the lodge can be enjoyed on the main deck, in the dining room or under the stars around the fire. Specialty boma barbecues are also available on request, prior to arrival. Trained and experienced field guides take guests out into the reserve in an open 4x4 vehicle twice a day including morning coffee and muffins and sundowner stops. A small library is available for those who would like to relax with a book. Sun City Resort, which includes sporting and recreational activities, can be found within 6.8 mi. Pilanesberg International Airport is 15 mi from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Robert
United States“The property is in quiet harmony with the natural environment. The rooms overlook the untouched landscape as far as the eye can see. Wild animals are easily spotted from the private deck. We experienced two game drives per day which allowed us...” - Bob United States“This is a bucket list destination as it is located right inside the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. The staff are amazing and always have a huge smile in their face.”
- Abdelfattah
Egypt“everything super clean, great location in the heart of the park, deaign, food, game drives with super experct guide( Rick), and above all the great real passioonate helpful staff” - Roberta
United Kingdom“Absolutely everything it was the most incredible stay!! The staff, food, room, facilities and game drive was perfect. Everyone was so friendly and all of the people were lovely. This is the only lodge in the actual park so we saw animals every day...” - Michelle
South Africa“The information about the lodge was too modest. The food experience we had was outstanding! Totally unexpected from the information given. It wasn’t just a breakfast or a dinner, but a gourmet adventure of international standard!. Credit to the...” - Julian South Africa“The "communal" get togethers were fantastic”
- Chris United Kingdom“Really lovely location with wildlife all around - saw everything we wanted to Food great too”
- Annie United Kingdom“What a fantastic place Tshukudu Bush Lodge is. From start to finish we had the most amazing time. The staff were brilliant - they looked after us beautifully - nothing was too much trouble. Delicious breakfast and dinner with outstanding service...”
Phil United Kingdom“This is an exceptional lodge in an amazing environment. My wife and I had been on safari many years ago in the Masai Mara and yet Pilanesberg while different was just as rewarding. There were two organised safaris each day and each and every one...”- Zoe United Kingdom“Tshukudu has to be seen to be believed. It is phenomenal. I have safari’d all over Africa, and I have never come across a place as special as this. Please do not change a thing. It really is a rare gem to find a lodge so luxurious, but pure in its...”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceTraditional • Romantic
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that check-in takes place at 13:00 at Bakubung. There there is only 1 transfer a day from the main gate to Tshukudu Bush Lodge. The transfer leaves from the main gate at 13:30 daily.
Please note that children under the age of 12 years cannot be accommodated at this property.
Please note that there are approximately 132 steps to the lodge.
Please inform Tshukudu Bush Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
