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Reviews of Bushwa Private Game Lodge

67KR Zondachsfontein Farm Vaalwater, 0510 Vaalwater, South Africa

#4 of 13 hotels in Vaalwater

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Review Score

Based on 65 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free Wifi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: August 23, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely lodge, staff and owner :) we liked the food, specially dinner and breakfast. They made our last night in SA really nice.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2025

    9.0
    AMAZING PLACE !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I think they can improve the menu giving more choices to the guests

    The position is amazing and the design look so authentic. The owner is a really nice person as well as all the staff.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2025

    8.0
    The hostes Berlise was very attentive and helpful. The masseur, was phenomenal. Dinners were great. Views were outstandi
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The septic tank is close by to the unit and quite often there is a smell coming from it. There was a wooden deck outside with a beautiful view, however when I asked for umbrellas on the deck, I was told that they were all under maintenance. Lunch a pricey for being such a small portion. I asked for a very small lunch on two days and paid hefty prices for this.., could have been a bit more reasonable, considering it was one course and such a small portion, equivalent to a starter for diner. The game drives were a bit disappointing, but this was due to the farm being water logged, hence the game rangers were loath to go into areas the Land Cruiser might have been stuck.

    Beautiful views

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2025

    9.0
    Made to feel so welcome in the most idyllic spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Location Staff Facilities Food

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 3, 2025

    10
    Would highly recommend Bushwa Privat Game Lodge.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast and dinner was exceptional and personalized.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2024

    10
    My stay was impeccable, I loved every second lol
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The service was amazing and kind of Very informative and the food was delicious and well presented

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2024

    10
    Reconnect away from our little cubs.Couple retreat
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing much. There is still room to work on the menu but we were happy with the food.

    The rooms were nicely separated offering great privacy and absolute quietness

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 28, 2024

    8.0
    Good honeymoon destination.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Cabin
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We knew there is no electricity at the treehouse, but it was still very difficult to operate without electricity there.

    The privacy of the tree house is outstanding! We saw so many game on the sunset gamedrive, it was amazing. The restaurants food has exceeded our expectations!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2024

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Access via R33 is not lekker

    Massage was great, food is awesome and rooms have breathtaking views staff is friendly

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2024

    10
    Luxury in the Bushveld
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beautiful lodge and stunning views . All the staff were friendly and ensure I had a wonderful stay.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2024

    10
    Stunning property build into a rocky mountain. Beautiful view over the farm especially sunset. Great team welcoming you
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stunning mountain and property in the bush. Silence and peace.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 26, 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had the best time! We came here to relax at the end of a Botswana, South Africa road trip. The lodge is beautiful and peacefully located. The view is amazing. The staff is just the best. We felt so “at home” here. It is not a big 5 game place, but they state what game they have on their website so we were fully aware of this. We enjoyed the game drive very much due to great explanations. If you are coming for a relaxing getaway in the bush, and not for a big 5 safari, this is the place!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2024

    10
    Breathtaking views!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Amazing location in the Waterberge with a breathtaking view. We had a delicious homemade meal, potjiekos (beef stew) for dinner. Staff were friendly and professional and went out of their way to make it comfortable for us. Saw some beautiful Buffalo on our game drive. They even had delicious wines from the Boland :-) Thank you

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2024

    9.0
    Pleasant and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Food, rooms, friendly hosts, very quiet, no tv,game drive

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2024

    8.0
    It was a great experience and a nice breakaway from the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The lodge was beautiful,peaceful and well kept. The staff was very friendly and super helpful It is a great getaway from the city The game drives were the best part

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    10
    I had a really good experience. Would definitely recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I drove a low car (normal hatchback) and the gravel road is quite difficult to drive on. It took us over an hour to drive on gravel (which is around a 10kms drive) as we had to drive at 10 to 15 kms/h so we don’t damage the car. Nevertheless, it was all worth it! I’d recommend taking a bigger car to the lodge.

    Far from everything. Beautiful set up. Friendly staff who were willing to attend to my many extra requests. Super quite. The spa was incredible. The food was great. Everything was perfect!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2024

    10
    Except place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Cabin
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Tranquility , staff is awesome

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2024

    10
    Unforgettable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Tent
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    The service of the owner and his staff was exceptional. Thanks for a fantastic stay. The Wildebees potjie was out of this world with a proper taste of Africa around the bush fire.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Luxury Cabin
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Place is amazing. Totally surrounded by the nature in a complete peaceful hill. Staff super friendly and kind (thanks BB and Marcel). The food was delicious.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2024

    10
    Beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They didn’t have Canopy beds like advertised

    The authenticity and tranquility of the environment🥰

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2024

    8.0
    Overall, it was very lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was a bit pricey

    Breakfast was really nice, venue lovely.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Couple
    • Luxury Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The atmosphere and the food was excellent

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a Big 5 safari, but very good opportunities to get close Buffaloes.

    Fantastic place for a few days away. Amazing view and peaceful. Great service, good food.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Luxury Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very personal and warm athmosphere in a beautiful surrounding. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the daily game drives a lot and thank Marcel for his professional explanations. Special thanks to Elisabeth for the creative gourmet food. A luxury hideaway we can only recommend. We definitely will come again.

    Stayed in December 2023

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