Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, 0530 Welgevonden Game Reserve, South Africa
#6 of 14 hotels in Welgevonden Game Reserve
Guests' ChoiceBased on 139 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.0
Free Wifi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 12, 2025
Shaun
South AfricaNone
The service and cleaniless , the food , the staff , the drinks , the infornative game drives were all spectacular
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 7, 2025
Mark
South AfricaGreat location and gaming viewing. Awesome staff who went out of their way to make it a special stay.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 2, 2025
Rd
MaltaThe Lodge is simply amazing both in terms of location, food, and staff. Loads of animal sighting during game drive.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 29, 2025
Rachel
South AfricaThe property was clean, well kept and the surroundings were tranquil. Definitely a place for rest, relaxation and re-energizing
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: June 27, 2025
Gumede
South AfricaVery poor network. That must really be sorted out pls pls
The food was very very healthy and well prepared
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 10, 2025
Gillian
United StatesThe Staff at Sediba Lodge were unbelievably amazing. So kind and just wonderful people. The food was incredible and the rooms pure luxury!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: May 6, 2025
Jacques
South AfricaN/A
From the friendliness of the caring staff to the beautiful and luxurious facilities, the excellent game drives, delicious food and beautiful views - everything was just perfect!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 23, 2025
Desiree
South AfricaLove the privacy that the location and rooms offer. Food and staff are excellent. Moyo the ranger makes the whole experience perfect with his passion for what he does.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Tumi
South AfricaWe enjoyed our stay at Sediba with the family. The game walk was the best! The staff and the food amazing! 👌
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 21, 2025
Alexandre
SwitzerlandEverything the Lodge is really incredible, we had a wonderful experience. Thanks to all the staff for being so welcoming and our guide Moyo. Everyone made our stay beautiful. We will come again.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 16, 2025
Linette
FranceThe only thing that would need adjustment is the gym equipment. But I still had 2 sessions there.
Such a beautiful lodge and a once in a lifetime experience. The staff was amazing, welcoming, caring and professional. We were so well taken care of, it felt like being over at granny’s. We even got ponchos, raincoats, water bottles, wake up calls. The rooms were always ready - curtains opened in the morning, closed at night, bed ready, a most friendly welcome note. We really just had to lay back. The rangers went above and beyond to find the big 5. We saw 4/5 (we only stayed for 1 safari day, the other guest saw 5/5 with the next morning ride). Really informative and pleasant safari rides, breakfast in the middle of the reserve included. The rooms / villas offered an incredible view with the all glass walls, they were huge and head everything from bathtub to fireplace. Food was amazing. What can I say - just experience it yourselves !!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 31, 2024
Nicole
South AfricaThe room was relatively far from the reception and up a hill, which was challenging for my older mother. This is just something to warn guest of in case they have difficulties. Otherwise all was wonderful.
Set in the ridge, the property has a beautiful view. It’s also very remote, so incredibly peaceful. It’s small so you’re not overwhelmed by people and the service was great.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 20, 2024
Bedresh
South AfricaGreat breakfast
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 17, 2024
Emmaline113
South AfricaThe location and rooms are absolutely stunning. the staff are absolutely the best -- top star service!!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 11, 2024
Julie
United KingdomMore of a hotel vibe than an intimate lodge. The location in the park means you have to drive further each day to see the animals which seemed abundant in the south and central areas.
Set in a valley overlooking a stream which will become a river after more rainfall. The rooms are beautifully appointed and provide a vast vista of the area. You cannot fault the attention to detail with the design, bedding and facilities in the room. The fresh water in the fridge is constantly topped up and the room turned down in the evening like magic! Nets on the bed and A/C in the room. Elephants visited the valley and drank from the pool and stream on 2 of the 4 days we were there!! Moyo, our guide was not only very knowledgeable but also great fun. The dining was 5* and bar prices very reasonable.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: October 12, 2024
Carina
South AfricaIt is very hard to point out anything negative about Sediba as a whole, but to be very critical, the Spa could be upgraded to create better tranquil ambiance, real Spa music and upskilling on massage techniques. Also, a few additional food options for Lunch and Dinner would be an amazing value improvement.
The luxurious rooms, hospitality, friendlyness of staff and the Game drives with our guide, Moyo, who went out of his way to make every outing as special as possible! With our 25th Anniversary, they treated us like royalty which was so amazingly special! Thank you Sediba team ❤️❤️!!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 25, 2024
Helen
United KingdomBumpy road in and out - be prepared! :)
Just returned from this amazing experience at Sediba. The rooms are fabulous and spacious and everything you need for a wonderful stay. We loved the outside hot tub after a morning safari, with the incredible view of the park. Your room is serviced daily which is really nice. Especially loved Boma night! Our Ranger, Moyo, we will never forget! Thank you for your wonderful knowledge and sharing everything you love about all the animals and about the park. Loved it here!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 16, 2024
Daniella
South AfricaNot that i didnt like it, just for people to be aware it is quite a drive from the entrance of the arrival gate to the actual lodge, it takes another 30 min to get there but once there it is a dream, it does also give you an opportunity to spot animals on the way (mini game drive). Not sure if it was the time of year but the wildlife were pretty limited to see compared to other game reserves (not the lodges fault). The gym has no aircon or fans which can be rather hot at the peak of summer.
Just an all round fantastic stay. We celebrated our wedding anniversary and they participated in making it a bit special for the day. The room we stayed in was amazing and well postioned to get the elephant and zebra passing by while chilling in the jacuzzi on the patio deck. The food was delicious, with the Satdurday night boma dinner being a great highlight while having the curious nocturnal animals pass by. What did make it that much more special is the wonderful hospitality of all the staff at the lodge!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 11, 2024
Edwin
SwitzerlandVery friendly staff and the food was excellent!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 12, 2024
Shannon
South AfricaFood was average, at best You couldn't control the hot tub - it would turn on and off periodically on its own Primary reason for booking was the hot tub Lounge chair at pool collapsed while sitting on it, upon investigation all chairs had disintegrated wood and were on the brink of breaking
Room size (very private) Location Personalised attention from staff Game driver vast knowledge, experience, interaction with children Views Accommodation for children meal requests Selection of animals viewed on game drives
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 27, 2024
Tracy
United KingdomWe had a superb stay at Sediba Lodge in Welgevonden Game Reserve. Nadia and her team were so welcoming, the food was good, and our rooms were spectacular. But of course, you go there for the animals, and our guide Xolani was absolutely brilliant, very knowledgeable, with a real passion for his job, and so skilled at tracking and spotting the game. Thank you Q! A really special trip.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 15, 2024
Tshepo
South AfricaMy request for special arrangements for my wife’s birthday was not manage correctly and the lodge staff that were present did not know about the request, but the lodge did recover very well the following day with the alternative arrangements they made, for that I applaud them
The facility was very good overall and the rooms were kept very clean, the food was good and the management of the activities was excellent including ensuring that they are flexible our eating arrangements
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: May 26, 2024
Ronald
South AfricaAbsolutely nothing.
From arrival to goodbye everything was perfect and 5 star. Book, you won’t regret it. Thank you to Nadia, Moyo and the rest of the team for exceptional hospitality. We’ll be back !!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 8, 2024
Michell
United StatesAbsolutely nothing
Everything! This lodge is one of the best I have ever stayed in. From the food, to the safaris, to the staff, I have zero complaints. The rooms are amazing and very clean. Special thanks to Nkuli, Nadia, Moyo, Lydia, Martha, and Jan who made my stay extra special. I was welcomed/treated like family and was sad to leave. And Moyo is by far the most knowledgeable ranger/guide I have ever met. Will have to return one day so I can stay longer!
Stayed in May 2024
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