The Waterberg region is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site that is admired for its natural beauty and size. Located in the Limpopo Province and surrounded by a majestic mountain range, the Waterberg region is a great destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life but not travel too far out. It’s a region that caters to the romantics and those who enjoy the peace and quiet that comes with a landscape of riverines and bushveld savannah.
A mild climate, unique terrain and one of the best conservices floodplains in the country, makes it possible for a variety of animals and bird species to thrive. The Waterberg region is as big as the Okavango Delta and offers a phenomenal Big Five safari experience.
Here are our Top lodge picks for a romantic getaway in the Waterberg Region:
In the northern reaches of the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, only three and a half hours from Johannesburg, lies the five-star Jamila Game Lodge – an intimate retreat that offers an exclusive Big Five safari experience.
The lodge boasts five luxurious chalets that are positioned amongst the wild Seringa trees to offer complete guest privacy. Each chalet exudes a simple touch of luxury, featuring an en-suite bathroom, outside shower, and a private deck and jacuzzi. The gorgeous accommodations are complemented with the personalized service provided by the staff.
The lodge facilities are extraordinary and include a lounge area, dining area, bar, outdoor boma, swimming pool and expansive viewing deck overlooking the bushveld and waterhole.
From a safari perspective, guests can look forward to morning and afternoon open-vehicle game drives that bring you up-close with various animals and birds. A highlight on the afternoon drives is the stop made to enjoy a refreshing sundowner as the sun sets.
The five-star Mhondoro Game Lodge nestles in the breathtaking Welgevonden Game Reserve and prides itself on offering luxury accommodation, exceptional service and a true wilderness experience.
With only five suites, Mhondoro is able to offer a truly exclusive experience. Each suite features an en-suite bathroom, outside shower, air conditioning, tea and coffee making station, gas fireplace, and a private viewing deck overlooking the bushveld or lodge waterhole.
The lodge facilities are just as luxurious, boasting a spacious lounge, dining area, business centre, gym, spa and wellness center, star deck, curio shop, Wi-Fi, bar, and a swimming pool.
Mhondoro offers guests the opportunity to explore the bushveld on morning and afternoon game drives, as well as bush walks. It is a truly romantic destination, offering breakfasts in the bush, sundowners in a secluded spot, and candle-lit dinners.
Ekuthuleni translates to “place of peace” and this lodge lives up to its name by offering unrivaled luxury and an exclusive safari adventure in the Big 5 Welgevonden Game Reserve.
Offering complete privacy are five thatched luxury suites, each with a double bed, en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, indoor seating area, and a private patio that encourages relaxation.
The lodge itself boasts a welcoming lounge and dining area, bar, swimming pool, outdoor boma, and a gorgeous viewing deck.
The safari experience includes morning and afternoon game drives conducted in an open safari vehicle, as well as guided bush walks for the more adventurous and an opportunity to view century-old bushmen paintings.
