Experience the Complete Silence of the African Bush at Bushwa Game Lodge
Welcome To Bushwa Private Game Lodge
Bushwa Private Game Lodge is nestled in the heart of the Malaria-Free Waterberg Biosphere in Limpopo Province.
Completely malaria-free, Bushwa Private Game Lodge is conveniently located just a 2.5-hour drive from Johannesburg, making it an easily accessible retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.
If you seek luxury and relaxation, you’ve found the perfect destination.
Spend your days enjoying the comforts of one of our luxurious chalets at the main lodge, or choose the intimate ambiance of our charming Tree House, where you can truly escape and connect with nature, enveloped by the sights and sounds of the African Bushveld.
Designed with luxury, comfort, and privacy in mind, all our accommodations have been thoughtfully crafted to blend harmoniously with the surrounding environment.
MAIN LODGE

Our chalets are large and spacious, with beautiful en-suite bathroom facilities and as an added bonus, a lovely outdoor shower. Enjoy a beverage on your own private deck with views of the African landscape stretching miles ahead.
TREE HOUSE

Our romantic Tree House is located 3km from the Main Lodge and offers a rustic, remote, and romantic setting overlooking a waterhole. Ideal for honeymooners.
RHINO BUSH CAMP

Rhino Bush Camp is a separate self-catering facility about 5 km away from the Main Lodge.
The camp offers accommodation for 14 guests, with 6 additional single beds available in a loft area separate from the chalets.
Discover the Exceptional Amenities at Bushwa Private Game Lodge Bushwa Private Game Lodge provides an array of fantastic facilities, such as:
- Exciting Game Drives
- Inviting Sparkling Pools
- Tsamma Bush Spa
- Breathtaking Undulated Vistas
- Exquisite Fine Dining
- Luxurious Accommodations
- A Selection of South African Wines
At home in mother nature’s presence
Bushwa Private Game Lodge comprises 1000 ha of beautiful and water rich Bushveld, and is home to a variety of African wildlife such as buffalo, sable, eland, kudu, giraffe, zebra, warthog, nyala, brown hyena, honey badger and many more.
The dense Bushveld with its vast array of indigenous trees hosts many different bird species. The restricted number of vehicles allowed in the reserve means that our wildlife remain largely unfazed by human proximity, allowing for particularly close and personal encounters.
Bushwa Private Game Lodge offers the perfect breakaway within a 3 hour drive from Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Accommodation comprises 5 luxury chalets in close proximity to the bar, lounge, dining and pool area, a self-catering bush camp for up to 14 adults and six children and a somewhat rustic.
Yet very romantic tree house overlooking a waterhole which is situated 3 km from the Main Lodge.
Tsamma Spa is a place to recover, rejuvenate and come out feeling renewed.
We want our guests to leave the spa physically revived, with a fresh outlook on life, new insights and a sense of clarity about what they wish to accomplish and value.
To encapsulate all that the Tsamma Spa embodies, we have partnered with the award-winning Kalahari Skincare – a bespoke range inspired by ancient plant oils and extracts from Africa, as well as rare fragances and natural textures from the Kalahari.
Our treatment menu is available on request.
At Bushwa Private Game Lodge you can still experience life on Earth as it was before humans intervened.
Experience the Majestic Wildlife of Bushwa Private Game Lodge
Prepare to be mesmerized by the graceful sight and silent movement of a grand giraffe, alongside the impressive bulk and curved horns of buffalo herds grazing in the vicinity.
Your Safari Adventure Awaits
Embark on an early morning safari in our vehicle to discover what the night has left behind and what the new day has in store. The Waterberg Region boasts a rich diversity of fauna and flora, teeming with plains game and vibrant bird life.
Guests at Bushwa Private Game Lodge who stay at the Main Lodge can enjoy two game drives a day. We take pride in our disease-free herds of buffalo and sable antelope, offering frequent close encounters with these magnificent creatures.
Other Plains Game You Might Spot Includes:
- Zebra / Impala / Black Impala
- Duiker / Steenbuck
- Giraffe / Nyala
- Roan / Kudu
- Blue Wildebeest / Eland
- Jackal / Brown Hyena
- Caracal / Bush Babies
- Civet / Genet
- Waterbuck / Blesbok
- Warthog / Bushpig
- Baboon / Blue Ape / Ostrich
- and more!
Free-ranging leopards have been spotted on several occasions at Bushwa. To enhance your experience, we utilize an open game viewing vehicle, allowing guests to feel closer to the wonders of nature.
Schedule:
Morning Game Drive 07:00-09:00 with coffee in the bush
Afternoon 16:00-18:00 with sundowners in the bush
The schedules may vary according to the seasons of the year and weather conditions.
One game drive is provided for guests staying at Rhino Bush Camp.
Our prices is as Follows:
Pricing and Inclusions
- Full Board
- Cost: R3,499 per person sharing
Includes: - Three meals daily
- Two game drives
- Exclusions:
- All drinks
- Spa services
- Single Supplement: R4,599
- Bed and Breakfast
- Cost: R2,600 per person sharing per night
- Single Rate: R3,400
- Includes:
- Breakfast
- One game drive per day
- Exclusions:
- Lunch
- Dinner
- All drinks
- Spa services