The bar had very limited choices of cocktails.

Breakfast was nice. They had fruit/yoghurt and then you could order omelett/different variations of eggs. We had our own splash pool. Dinner was fixed menus but the food was good. Though in the middle of a game reserve the lodge was fenced and safe to move around in. The lodge is very remote so book with at least breakfast and dinner there absolutely no alternatives within 60 km. If you are going to Mapungubwe national park there is a restaurant with very limited choices of meals. If you want to go on game drives or walks - book early.

Stayed in April 2024

The Mopane Bush Lodge is located in a beautiful reserve, close to the Mapunguwe park and monument. It’s certainly worthwhile to drive there. Food and service are very good and you can feel the passion for the wildlife in this place. Especially the two guides Christian and Michael are doing excellent guidings 😊🙏🏽

Stayed in April 2024

Underdone steak

Good hotel, didn't see any wildlife in the private safari park but that's the luck of the draw. Meals were fine but they did have problems getting my steak cooked correctly. Rooms were nice, a good size. we ha an outside shower which was different

Stayed in January 2024

It was an extremely warm day - as expected of the area this time of the year. The aircon in the chalet couldn't keep up with cooling down the entire space efficiently. It made sleeping a little bit uncomfortable. The boma, where dinner was served, was also extremely warm but the staff was very accommodating and helpful and moved us to the pool area. The ambience was however spoiled a little bit by the Talk Show on the TV in die bar area.

The food served was exceptional and the staff was very friendly, helpful and accommodating. We loved the chalet with the private pool which came in very handy to cool off in. We enjoyed selecting our own wine in the nicely stocked wine cellar.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

About everything! Friendly staff, great amenities, fantastic food! Just could not fault them on anything

Stayed in February 2024

The place is very quiet and the staff works 100% i was feeling home cause we had self service. I will come back next time😍

Stayed in December 2023

The swimming pool wasn't really clean but it was safe to use.

You get to be up close and personal with mother nature

Stayed in December 2023

Breakfast

Not bad

Stayed in January 2024

Did not see any animals close to the lodge. Had to go on a game drive but that was worth it.

The rooms are very spurious and comfor table. Thae staff was willing to go an extra mile to satisfy us. The great food and the beautiful, well stocked cellar we unexpected. Thank Gugu for making us feel at home. Even when we were leaving, they provided ice for our long drive back to Gauteng.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing much to not like

The food was absolutely amazing the chefs are top tier. The staff was also great especially Gugu. Love love love it

Stayed in December 2023

Staff friendliness Privacy Affordability

Stayed in January 2024

The Wi-Fi wasn’t working

The environment and the staff

Stayed in January 2024

Some insects in the rooms, but it's bushy understandable

Their service. Game drive and breakfast

Stayed in January 2024

The breakfast was not good

The view and the wildness camp

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing. It was lovely camp

Camping on the tent, it was my first experience

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing

A real gem of a place, less well known than the bigger reserves and much quieter which meant we often had the game drive to ourselves with an extremely knowledgeable guide, Jethro. Food was better than restaurant quality and portions were perfect all delivered by friendly staff whose customer service skills were excellent (our own hospitality sector could learn a few things from the South Africans!).

Stayed in December 2023

The bed was very hard but everything else was super and amazing 👏 🙌 ✨️ 🙏

Stayed in November 2023

Both the game drives I participated in lasted about 2.5h instead of communicated 3h (including about a 30min sundowner or coffee stop). Suggestion for improvement: perhaps offering a small fridge in the tent to keep water cool.

I stayed in one of the tents in the Wilderness camp, about 20min from the Mopane Bush Lodge within the same private game reserve. I do like the different options offered, so this is a great place to stay, whether if you're a solotraveler, a couple, family or a group of friends. The outdoor bathroom was beautiful and the tent was spacious and had a great bed! The entire property was clean and had great staff. I would stay again!

Stayed in November 2023

The only thing I can think of is that if you chased away the crocodile in the water-hole, more game may come there to drink.

Lovely place in a remote bush location, impressive standards, delicious food, very pleasant bedroom in a rondavel with its own little swimming pool and things work! Very kind and helpful staff, I even found something in the gift shop I wanted. I hope to go back sometime.

Stayed in September 2023

There were no signs/ pamphlets/ no communication pertaining to one’s encounter with wildlife. On our way from the parking area to our tent, we encountered a Hyena on the pathway leading to our tent. Whilst I didn’t find this moment to be amazing at the time, I am grateful my partner has experience with wildlife and dealing with situations alike; but some notice/ guidance would’ve been really great. Also, the staff at the tented accommodation are non-existent.

The tents were beautifully placed and decorated. The area was exceptionally stunning. Tranquil setting for some much needed quiet time.

Stayed in June 2023

With so much attention to detail, one cannot wish for anything more. Dinners were served in the boma around an inviting camp fire that enhanced the bushveld atmosphere. The three course menus offered a variety of the finest haute cuisine. Well executed excursions offered by the Lodge completed the safari experience one dreams of. This part of the country is truly underrated and a real hidden gem.

Stayed in August 2023

The is no restaurant by the wild tents. You have to drive just below 6 km to the lodge where the restaurant is using an off-road route. If you have a high clearance car like we did, then it is not a problem however the road had a lot of deep pools due to the rains and driving on the road without a 4 wheel drive car became difficult and time consuming. We ended up spending around 40 for a round trip from the tents to the lodge and back. We had to do that two times in a day.

The place was amazing. Near the Mapungubwe entrance. We even requested to meet the chefs to compliment them personally, thats how amazing the food was. The wild tents were amazing. The heritage walk and drive was very informative. The game drive to the confluence was very beautiful and scenic. That where we saw a lot of animals.

Stayed in February 2023

Nothing at all

Mopane Bush Lodge is simply the best. well located, spacious, friendly staff. The peace of mind was just great during my visit

Stayed in February 2023

Gate access control from main road- intercom does not work, we had to wait a while before the gate was opened.

The place exceeded our expectations. Our room was upgraded at no additional cost. Very clean and comfortable. The staff and management team were very friendly and went out of their way to accommodate our requests. The barman/waiter, Tshepo, was the best! The meals are delicious, always fresh and portion sizes were big. Will definitely visit again!

Stayed in January 2023