Site 67, Welgevonden Game Reserve, 0530 Welgevonden Game Reserve, South Africa
#10 of 15 hotels in Welgevonden Game Reserve
Guests' ChoiceBased on 21 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Pamela
United KingdomEverything! The food, the staff, the drives and the view from the lodge is absolutely breathtaking! Such an intimate setting and the bush villa is great! Saw 4 of the big 5 in one day!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Camilla
United KingdomLoved everything
AMAZING! We saw the big 5 and countless elephants from our tent. Everything from the staff to the food, the accomodation, the massages and most importantly; Herbert our ranger who made this trip the most memorable trip of our lives. Cannot fault this place on anything. We stayed for 5 days and that wasn't even enough.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Angela
South AfricaNothing not to like
Everything. The accommodation the food the game drives and most of all being so close to the elephants a meter away!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 December 2023
Dave
United KingdomDuring our stay a lot of the wildlife was further south, however we still had interesting visitors at the water hole at the property.
Amazing setting and fantastic staff who had a wonderful attention to detail. Chef cooked great food and our ranger (Herbert) was outstanding.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Heinz
SwitzerlandThe whole staff was awesome and the food was excellent 🥰
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Alice
South AfricaNot a downside but rather something to be aware of: before reaching the West gate parking where the Elephants crossing team picks you up there is about 40-45 minutes drive on a dirt road
Our experience at Elephants crossing was great: we stayed in the villa which was very clean and beautiful, with a large patio overlooking the bush. I really liked that the lodge is small (max 12-14 guests I think), as we received outstanding service from all the staff and it felt a bit like being in a small community, it was very easy to get to know the other guests. Food is amazing: one of us was vegan and they accomodated perfectly her diet providing tasty and beautifully presented plant-based choices, not to be taken for granted in SA!! We had spectacular game drives throughout the 3 days of our stay with unbelievable sightings: Herbert is a great ranger and made our experience truly magical!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 August 2023
Ingrid
South AfricaThe family suite should have internal access to each of the bedrooms. It is not ideal for younger children to be in a bedroom that can only be accessed by going outside.
The views are incredible and the breakfasts were absolutely delicious and very welcome after a long morning drive.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 10 April 2023
Dewaldt
South AfricaNothing
Everything
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 7 June 2022
Ygm
NetherlandsEverything was aimed at making our stay unforgettable. We were very impressed.
Our stay in elephants crossing was an experience we will never forget. A beautiful lodge, very friendly personell ,who took great care of us, and amazing gamedrives with Herbert, a very experienced guide, who told us lots of facts and stories about the wildlife.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 11 May 2022
Fréderique
NetherlandsNothing
We went to Welgevonden Game Reserve for the first time to visit this new place. It was an absolutely amazing experience. From the moment we met guide Herbert at the Gate, everything was taken care of. The meals the chef prepared were amazing. You really don't have to worry about anything while you are staying here. The reserve is very beautiful, we have seen a lot of wild life (elephants, rhinos, lions, cheetahs, giraffes and many more). The team is young and very friendly. I would highly recommend this place if you are looking for a getaway in the bush!!
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Alwyna
South AfricaLittle maintenance things.
Very good
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Kim
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 December 2023
Hoadley
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Trevor
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 July 2023
Barberis
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 11 April 2023
Marilize
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 9 March 2023
Sue
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2022
David
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 19 July 2022
Niel
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 20 September 2022
Jonsson
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2022
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