ACCOMMODATION
north west Accommodation
BAKUBUNG BUSH LODGE
Pilanesberg National Park in North West
Pilanesberg National Park in North West
Bakubung Bush Lodge is a popular game lodge in the malaria free, Big 5, Pilanesberg National Park.
Bakubung Bush Lodge in Pilanesberg National Park is a family friendly game lodge and offers safari game viewing drives amongst many other activities. With quality accommodation at affordable rates, it is ideal for a weekend break, family holiday or a corporate function.
This large malaria free game reserve is home to a wide variety of animals, including the Big 5. There is a wide range of activities available at the lodge, as well as at nearby Sun City.
Pilanesberg is approximately two hour's from Johannesburg by road and is in North West Province.
ACCOMMODATION
All rooms, leading onto either a balcony or a patio, have panoramic views of the Park and the Hippo Pool.
Bakubung Bush Lodge presents 76 rooms consisting of Studio Rooms, Luxury Rooms and Executive Suites and features:
- En-suite bathrooms
- Direct dial telephone
- Tea/coffee machine
- Colour TV (8 channels)
- Electric shaving plug (100/220V)
- Hair dryer
- Internet connectivity
- 1 wheelchair accessible room
CONFERENCES & FUNCTIONS
Bakubung has a range of conference facilities as well as state of the art equipment, accommodating 120 delegates.
It is also a preferred destination to host a number of functions including product launches, team-building exercises, meetings, seminars, cocktail receptions, weddings, banquets, birthdays, private dinners, and more.
Please enquire for detailed information.
CHILDREN
- Children of all ages are welcome at Bakubung Bush Lodge.
- In an effort to improve the experience of guests, Bakubung Bush Lodge has decided to accommodate children of all ages on game experiences. Bakubung will allocate a vehicle specifically for families with young children, which shall leave slightly earlier than the regular game vehicle departure.
- Legacy Junior Rangers program is available for all children aged 6-12 years. Activities are geared around natural resource protection, environmental education and responsible recreation offering a special opportunity to explore the wildlife at Pilanesberg National Park.
DINING
The Bakubung Restaurant offers mouth-watering breakfast, lunch and dinner at the restaurant or outside deck.
On Saturday and Wednesday nights guests have an option to either enjoy the chef’s carvery in the main restaurant, or to book a bush braai (barbecue) in the boma, (weather permitting).
Friday night’s guests can also enjoy an African themed spit braai (weather permitting).
LODGE FACILITIES
- Conference facilities for up to 120 delegates
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant & bar
- Spa (Facial and body treatments)
- Curio Shop
- Two tennis courts (floodlit)
- Table Tennis
- Children's playground
- Baby Sitting Facilities
- Boma
- Shuttle to Sun City
- Touch screen TV in Game office showing animal sightings
- Internet lounge
- Internet connectivity in rooms
ACTIVITIES
- Game Drives
- Guided safari game drives to view the Big 5, many other wildlife species
- Birding Walks
- Guided bush walks
- Action Cricket
- Volleyball
Nearby Activities
- Enjoy golf and other activities including water sports and horse riding at the nearby Sun City
- Sundowners with the Elephants
- Archery
- Urban Combat Paintball
- Drumming
- Clay pigeon shooting
- Quad Biking
- Balloon Safaris
- Zip Line
WILDLIFE & BIRDLIFE
Pilanesberg National Park is a popular wildlife safari destination due to its wide range of wildlife and birdlife species.
Wildlife
The “Big 5” and various other mammal species, amongst other, Hippo, Rhino, Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra, Kudu, Waterbuck, Impala and many more.
Birdlife
More than 350 bird species have been recorded in the area.
LOCATION
Bakubung is located in the Pilanesberg National Park, North West Province. It is approximately 2 hours' drive from Johannesburg and 15 minutes from Sun City.
Please contact us for detailed directions.
Note: Photos copyright Bakubung Bush Lodge

Air Conditioning

Baby Sitting

Bar

Boma

Bush dinner venue

Child Friendly

Conference Facilities

Curio / Gift shop

Dining Room

Hairdryer

Internet Available

Restaurant

Spa

Swimming Pool

Tea and coffee maker
SPECIAL RATES
Midweek Special – Stay for a minimum of three nights*
From R1 260 per person sharing per night
* Excluding peak periods
STANDARD RATES
Rates are inclusive of accommodation, dinner, breakfast and one complimentary game drive per person per night stayed
UNTIL 31 AUGUST 2015
Studio Room
R1 890 per person sharing per night
Luxury Room
R2 070 per person sharing per night
Executive Suite
R4 940 per suite per night
1 SEPTEMBER – 31 DECEMBER 2015
Studio Room
R2 220 per person sharing per night
Luxury Room
R2 400 per person sharing per night
Executive Suite
R5 820 per suite per night
Please note:
- Rates are inclusive of accommodation, dinner, breakfast and one complimentary game drive per person per night stayed
- Bakubung accommodates a maximum of 2 Adults & 2 children per room
- A Minimum of two nights stay is required by Bakubung on a weekend
- All rates are subject to availability and are subject to change without prior notice
CHILDREN’S POLICY
Children’s policy - meals
Children 12 years and under (maximum two Children per room) stay and eat free when sharing with one or two parents, and children 13 to 17 will stay free when sharing with one or two parents but pay 50% of meal prices. Children occupying their own room will be charged the full adult rate (maximum three Children per room).
Children’s policy – game drives
Children between the ages of 6 and 12 will receive a free game drive per day when sharing with one of two parents. Children between the ages of 13 and 17 (sharing with one or two parents) will stay free but pay 50% of the game drive price. Bakubung Bush Lodge allows children of all ages to go on game drives.
Game Drives & Activities
Game Drives (Adults 18 years and older) – R390 per person.
Game Drives (children 13-17 years) – R195 per child.
Game Drives (children 6-12 years) – R100 per child.
Sole Game Drives –10 seater R4 400 and 20 seater R8 800.
Game Walks – R 650 per person.
Birding Walks – R450 per person.
Game Drive / Bush Braai (non-residents) – R545 per person.
Notes:
Due to popularity and at times limited availability, all Game Drives have to be booked in advance
All rates are subject to availability and are subject to change without prior notice.

Big Five

Birds & Birding

Bush Walks

Eco & Nature

Game Drives

Game Viewing

Game Walks

Safaris

Spa Treatments

Star Gazing

Team Building

Various activities at Sun City

Volleyball