Bakubung Bush Lodge
Explore the stunning beauty of the Pilanesberg National Park from the luxury Bakubung Bush Lodge, nested in the game reserve’s heart. Bakubung, or “People of the Hippo” is situated at a mere 2-hour drive from Johannesburg, providing you with an easy access to the city’s hectic life.
Get to know the thrilling fauna of the Pilanesberg Game Reserve in a unique way from one of Pilanesberg’s most comfortable and luxury accommodations. The Bakubung Bush Lodge comes equipped with all the amenities you need for an amazing holiday experience along with endless opportunities for big game viewing in a malaria-free environment. Spend an unforgettable day in the Pilanesberg National Park – game drive is included in the daily price – then enjoy your complimentary dinner and don’t forget to try out the African-themed spit braai, served every Friday.
Experience the Pilanesberg Game Reserve in the best possible way and get in touch with nature from Bakubung Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg’s most comfortable luxury accommodation.
Rooms
Unique Selling Points
- Malaria-free big five area within the Pilanesberg National Park
- Bakubung Bush Lodge is only a 2 hour drive from Johannesburg
- The Lodge bordes Sun City
- Excellent Buffet style food
- 3 hour Game Drives offered daily on open land vehicles with a qualified ranger
- Children of all ages are welcome on Game Drives
- Complimentary Boma Dinners offered every Wednesday and Saturday nights
- Complimentary Spit Braai every Friday night
- Great Children's Activity programmes, including the Hippo Holiday Club and
the Junior Rangers Programme which are both uniquely designed to cater for
children between the ages of 4 and 12 - On-site Wildlife Centre
- Daily shuttle services between the lodge and Sun CIty
- Shuttle services from the lodge to the Pilanesberg Airport are available
- Full Spa and Gym on-site
- Babysitting facilities available
- Room service available on request
- Malaria-free big five area within the Pilanesberg National Park
- Bakubung Bush Lodge is only a 2 hour drive from Johannesburg
- The Lodge bordes Sun City
- Excellent Buffet style food
- 3 hour Game Drives offered daily on open land vehicles with a qualified ranger
- Children of all ages are welcome on Game Drives
- Complimentary Boma Dinners offered every Wednesday and Saturday nights
- Complimentary Spit Braai every Friday night
- Great Children's Activity programmes, including the Hippo Holiday Club and
the Junior Rangers Programme which are both uniquely designed to cater for
children between the ages of 4 and 12 - On-site Wildlife Centre
- Daily shuttle services between the lodge and Sun CIty
- Shuttle services from the lodge to the Pilanesberg Airport are available
- Full Spa and Gym on-site
- Babysitting facilities available
- Room service available on request
Fast Facts
CONFERENCE VENUE | Ensuring the success of your meeting or conference is all in a day's work for us. Simply choose the conference package that best suits your needs, and we will assist you with the finer details. |
ACCOMMODATION | 100 Hotel Style Rooms |
WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY | Yes |
WIFI | Yes |
MALARIA AREA | Malaria-free |
CHILD POLICY | All ages welcome on game drives, children under 12 stay free of charge |
CELL-PHONE SIGNAL | Yes |
CONFERENCE VENUE | Ensuring the success of your meeting or conference is all in a day's work for us. Simply choose the conference package that best suits your needs, and we will assist you with the finer details. |
ACCOMMODATION | 100 Hotel Style Rooms |
WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY | Yes |
WIFI | Yes |
MALARIA AREA | Malaria-free |
CHILD POLICY | All ages welcome on game drives, children under 12 stay free of charge |
CELL-PHONE SIGNAL | Yes |
CAMP FENCED | Yes |
AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
OFF ROAD | No |
SPA | Relax and harmonise at the exclusive Bakubung Spa within the rich expanses of the Pilanesberg National Park. An extensive spa treatment menu is available, offering men and women a wonderful choice of treatments and massages to restore mind, body and soul. |
BIG 5 GAME RESERVE | Yes |
POOL | The swimming pool is located next to the cocktail bar, where guests can enjoy drinks or a delicious meal either in the shade of the bar or by the poolside for the sun lovers. |
LOCATION | Pilanesberg National Park |
Domestic Rates
SOUTH AFRICAN RATES | ||
Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | ||
1 Sep to 31 Dec 2024 | Single | Double |
Standard Room - Per room per night - DBB | R4 580 | R5 690 |
Luxury Room - Per room per night - DBB | R5 295 | R6 400 |
Executive Suite - Per room per night - DBB | R9 055 | |
Full Board | ||
1 Sep to 31 Dec 2024 | Single | Double |
Standard Room - Per room per night - FB | R5 840 | R7 665 |
Luxury Room - Per room per night - FB | R7 270 | R8 380 |
Executive Suite - Per room per night - FB | R11 030 | |
Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | ||
1 Jan to 30 Apr 2025 | Single | Double |
Standard Room - Per room per night - DBB | R5 210 | R6 325 |
Luxury Room - Per room per night - DBB | R5 930 | R7 045 |
Executive Suite - Per room per night - DBB | R9 720 | |
Full Board | ||
1 Jan to 30 Apr 2025 | Single | Double |
Standard Room - Per room per night - FB | R5 760 | R7 825 |
Luxury Room - Per room per night - FB | R7 430 | R8 545 |
Executive Suite - Per room per night - FB | R11 220 | |
Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | ||
1 May to 31 Aug 2025 | Single | Double |
Standard Room - Per room per night - DBB | R3 935 | R5 050 |
Luxury Room - Per room per night - DBB | R4 655 | R5 770 |
Executive Suite - Per room per night - DBB | R8 450 | |
Full Board | ||
1 May to 31 Aug 2025 | Single | Double |
Standard Room - Per room per night - FB | R4 490 | R6 550 |
Luxury Room - Per room per night - FB | R6 155 | R7 270 |
Executive Suite - Per room per night - FB | R9 950 | |
Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | ||
1 Sep to 31 Dec 2025 | Single | Double |
Standard Room - Per room per night - DBB | R5 210 | R6 325 |
Luxury Room - Per room per night - DBB | R5 930 | R7 045 |
Executive Suite - Per room per night - DBB | R9 720 | |
Full Board | ||
1 Sep to 31 Dec 2025 | Single | Double |
Standard Room - Per room per night - FB | R5 760 | R7 825 |
Luxury Room - Per room per night - FB | R7 430 | R8 544 |
Executive Suite - Per room per night - FB | R11 220 |
Terms & Conditions
• Bakubung Bush Lodge - Children can only be accommodated in a Standard room if sharing with one or two adults.
• Minimum two night stay over weekends (Friday & Saturday).
• Dinner Bed and Breakfast rate
- 1 complimentary game drive is included per person per night’s stay. Please refer to Wildlife Activities page for further information.
- Children aged 12 years and younger (maximum two children per room) will be accommodated free of charge on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis, including one game drive, if sharing with one or two adults.
- Children aged 13-17 years will be accommodated free of charge on a room only basis and will be charged 2024-R 890 2025- R 965 per child per day for breakfast, dinner and one game drive, if sharing with one or two adults.
- A park entrance fee of R 50 will apply to children 12 years and younger.
• Full Board rate
- 2 complimentary game drives is included per person per night’s stay. Please refer to Wildlife Activities page for further information.
- Children aged 12 years and younger (maximum two children per room) will be accommodated free of charge on a full board basis inclusive of dinner, bed, breakfast, lunch and two game drives per day, if sharing with one or two adults.
- Children aged 13-17 years will be accommodated free of charge on a room only basis and will be charged 2024-R1 500 2025-R1 605 per child per day for breakfast, lunch, dinner and two game drives, if sharing with one or two adults.
March and April: 6h00-18h30
May to August: 6h30-18h00
September and October: 6h00-18h30
November to February: 5h30-19h00
GATE FEES
Adults: R80
Adults Foreign Nationals: R110
Children (6-12 yrs): R30
Pensioners (SA only): R40
Vehicles (Sedan/LDV/SUV): R40