Holiday Stays

Bushbaby River Lodge

Holiday Stays Score: 4.0 / 5
Lodge Hoedspruit · Limpopo

About

Award-winning family-operated accommodation in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate on a dry riverbed, close to Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon.

Accommodation

Cheetah Villa accommodates up to 4 guests in 2 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, full kitchen, and private splash pool. Leopard Cottage and four deluxe thatched cottages (Rhino, Elephant, Buffalo, Lion) provide kingsize extra-length beds, air-conditioning, mosquito nets, and outdoor showers in en-suite bathrooms.

Facilities

Large pool with sun loungers, two decks overlooking the riverbed for wildlife spotting, communal breakfast area with fresh buffet and cooked-to-order options (pancakes, eggs), boma fire pit for occasional braai gatherings, and spa treatments.

Location & Surroundings

Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, approximately 20 minutes from Kruger National Park, offers game drives and safaris in Greater Kruger and Pridelands Reserve. Blyde River Canyon provides boat tours. Panorama Route features Lisbon Falls, God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes. Hot air balloon flights and horse safaris available.

Rooms

Cheetah Villa

Private villa for exclusive use sleeping up to 4 guests. Features 2 bedrooms each with en-suite bathrooms and kingsize extra-length beds, fully equipped kitchen, dining area, TV/living room, air condi

King x 2

Leopard Cottage

Standalone luxury thatched cottage sleeping 2 guests. Features kingsize extra-length bed, en-suite bathroom with freestanding bathtub and outdoor shower, air conditioning, mosquito net, and private ve

King x 1

Rhino Cottage

Deluxe thatched cottage sleeping 2 guests. Features kingsize extra-length bed, en-suite bathroom with bathtub and outdoor shower, air conditioning, mosquito net, and private veranda with garden views.

King x 1

Elephant Cottage

Deluxe thatched cottage sleeping 2 guests. Features kingsize extra-length bed, en-suite bathroom with bathtub and outdoor shower, air conditioning, mosquito net, and private veranda with garden views.

King x 1

Buffalo Cottage

Deluxe thatched cottage sleeping 2 guests. Features kingsize extra-length bed, en-suite bathroom with bathtub and outdoor shower, air conditioning, mosquito net, and private veranda with garden views.

King x 1

Lion Cottage

Deluxe thatched cottage sleeping 2 guests. Features kingsize extra-length bed, en-suite bathroom with bathtub and outdoor shower, air conditioning, mosquito net, and private veranda with garden views.

King x 1

Location

Address

Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, Hoedspruit, Limpopo

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Sleeps 14

Directions

Located in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, approximately 20 minutes from Kruger National Park via R40 towards Phalaborwa.

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Features

Family-operated By German Owners (freddy, Sabine, Petra, And Joachim) Located In Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate On Dry Riverbed Two Riverside Terraces Overlooking Riverbed For Wildlife And Bird Spotting R10 Per Night Donated To Daktari Wildlife Charity

Activities

Mountain Biking Game Drives In Kruger National Park (morning, Afternoon, Evening) Bush Walks In Greater Kruger Blyde River Canyon Boat Tours Blyde River Canyon Guided Walks Horse Safari Hot Air Balloon Flights Over The Bushveld Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre Visit Hesc Centre For Endangered Species Visit Nyani Cultural Village Visit Spa Treatments (on-site, Experienced Therapists)

Amenities

Swimming Pool Deck Boma Sun Loungers Communal Breakfast Area