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Welgevonden Game Reserve
Shibula Lodge 
Shibula Lodge and Bush Spa, a five star accredited lodge in the Welgevonden Game Reserve in Limpopo Province, South Africaoffers the discerning visitor Africa in all its untamed magnificence, along with truly superb standards of hospitality.
Superbly situated close to the best game viewing areas of the 36 000 hectare private Welgevonden Game Reserve, Shibula Lodge hugs the banks of a scenic river and has magnificent views of the overhanging cliffs, where the antics of the resident baboon troop entertain guests.
Accommodation at Shibula Lodge
Guests have a choice of nine luxuriously furnished suites; all fitted with Victorian baths, inside and outside showers, private patios and mini bars.
Five standard suites
2Suitesare not as spacious as the luxury suites, but do have an outside jaquzzi. 2 Suites have an interleading door and ideal for a family.
The four luxury suites
All with air con are more spacious and luxurious than the standard suites. 1 Suitehas a private lounge with fireplace and outside jacuzzi. 2 Suites have a private lounge with fireplace, satellite TV, a private patio and splash pool. Ideal for a family or a small group of four. 1 Suitehas a private lounge, fire place and a spa bath in the bedroom.
Inclusions / Exclusions
Rates Include:
- Luxurious en-suite accommodation, all meals, afternoon tea + cake, coffees, biscuits in room
- Two open Land Rover safaris a day and sundowner
- Walking safaris accompanied by experienced trackers
- Return game drive transfers from the Welgevonden Main gate or Shibula airstrip to the lodge
- 1% tourism levy
Rates Exclude
- Telephone calls, laundry and valet services and gratuity
- Purchases from the lodge
- Drinks, incl. mini bar in chalet & wines from our cellar + wine list
- Transfers either by air or road
- Health spa facilities
Extra information
Facilities
- For relaxation and rejuvenation, we offer full beauty treatments at the bush spa.
- For the fitness fanatic, the lodge boasts it's own gym in natural surroundings.
- For the wine connoisseur, a wine tasting can be arranged in our own wine cellar.
- For the shopper and browser, the lodge's curio shop with book selection will keep guests entertained.
Activities
For bush enthusiasts, morning and evening game drives are organised. They can enjoy bush walks and bird watching too.
Guests are assured of exceptional game viewing. Including some of the best Rhino sightings on the continent. Large variety of different antelope can be seen in one game reserve than in any other game reserve in Southern Africa. Rare game species includes Aardvark and Brown Hyena, Eland, Gemsbok, Tsessebe and Bush Pig. Night game drives give the visitor an insight into South African nocturnal wildlife.
Spa
"Shibula's internationally trained therapist is on hand to provide relaxing and rejuvenating treatments in our newly renovated Bush Spa in the heart of Welgevonden Game Reserve. Products locally produced in South Africa add to this truly African experience.
Let the natural sounds and smells of Shibula be the background to your personal body treatments with an abundance of exotic herbs and essential oils to provide the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation. In the comfort of our Bush Spa take your body on a sense safari! With indigenous base oil ingredients such as Marula and Baobab, rooibos extract and Kalahari Watermelon the true richness of Africa come to life."
Conference Facilities
- Conference area seat 18 people
- Outside bar area
- Boma area next to conference
- Basic conference equipment is available
Weddings
- Ceremony for up to 28 people
- Accommodation can be arranged for up to 10 guests at neighbouring lodges
Weather Conditions
Summer months:
October through to April, this is also normally our rainy season. The days are warm to hot, with evenings cool and pleasant.22 to 38 degrees Celsius.
Winter months:
May to September, the days are mild with the evenings and mornings cool to cold.5 to 22 degrees Celsius.
Arrival / Departure
Transfer to Shibula Lodge by road from Johannesburg takes two and a half hours; or 45 minutes by private air charter.
Due to the 45 minute drive from the main gate to Shibula, arrival times at the main gate is 13h00 & 16h30. Differing arrival times can be arranged at an additional cost.
What to take
Sun block, sunglasses, a cap or hat, walking shoes, personal medications, cameras, extra film. During summer a light jacket, during winter a warm jacket for the game drives. Don’t forget your swimwear in the summer months.
Child Policy
Children sharing with parents pay 50% of adult rate. Note: Children under the age of 10 years will only be allowed on the lodge by prior arrangement and taking existing reservations into consideration.
