Hotels in der Nähe von Tshukudu Game Lodge, Hoedspruit

We had always wanted to do the safari experience and knew we were probably only going to do it once: therefore it was important that it ticked as many boxes as possible. We sought: style, a sense of opulence, intimacy and space; a desire to be IN the bush itself. We wanted that nostalgic feeling: one where we would be discreetly spoilt, where staff would do the thinking for us and of course, you take a risk with the latter as it's something you can't see in the photographs. If the above is important to you, along with of course the expected fabulous game drives, the after-drive drinks in the bush as the sun sets, the ability to walk safely down the track-roads yourselves then you are booking the right place. Furthermore, the food is SUPERB- the chefs begin prepping the evening dinner early in the morning and baskets of fresh herbs and spices arrive along with game and local fish. All food is cooked on the station at the rear of the lodge and you can witness this spectacle and chat to the chefs themselves who are humble considering the standard of the food they present. Breakfasts are amazing and can be a leisurely affair if you wish with many choices, changing daily-all dietary preferences are catered for. The staff here are discreet, caring and full of initiative: all are interesting to converse with. Huge thanks to Melissa who discreetly provided us with a 5* service at every turn- how she manages to do this seemingly 24/7 AND voluntarily teach and look after the local villagers in her 'spare' time is a miracle. And Rowan, the courteous and gentle Barman who also assists in a host of other areas as required with the same infectious smile. The suites and lodges themselves are beautifully decorated- patterns and colours leap out with African flare- all down to the charismatic and talented owners: the Leitch family. Oh and by the way, the beds are simply the biggest and most comfortable we have ever slept in. Don't hesitate. Just GO! PS- If you can tear yourself away, just a short drive away down the road is Hoedspruit, a colourful town where there is an abundance of coffee shops and a wonderful collection of independent shops.

We stayed at Ukuthula Lodge for three nights and had a fantastic time. The team at the lodge were very friendly and kind, and Fabian went above and beyond to accommodate any requests we had, even on short notice. Their breakfast options like Eggs Benedict were a great surprise in such a location, and everything was cleaned to a very high standard. The dinners were a bit repetitive so if you are a foodie it might help to rent a car to access some other spots as you can't walk through the bush late at night!

Ausgezeichnet.. !!! Dieses Hotel ist eine Oase der Ruhe. Die Einrichtungen umfassend und dekorieren schmackhaft. Die Mitarbeiter sind alle subtle aufmerksam, ohne zu bewegen. Porsha im Restaurant nach Kabelo auf der Rezeption beide tolle Beispiele. Alle sind entschlossen, Ihren Aufenthalt zu erinnern. Superb. !!

Über diese Lodge kann ich nichts negatives berichten. Das Personal, sowie die Inhaberin sind sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Sie helfen einem bei jeder Frage und servieren hervorragendes Essen am Morgen und am Abend. Das klassische braai von Numza kann ich nur empfehlen und war ein Highlight der Reise. Die Unterkünfte sind sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet und sauber. Es war unsere erste Lodge auf unserer Reise, was wir im Nachhinein als perfekte Einführung in die Wildnis Südafrikas empfinden. Bei der familiären Stimmung fühlte man sich direkt wohl und gut aufgenommen.

Wir haben eine tolle Zeit hier verbracht. Bereits am ersten Tag haben wir einen Leoparden bestaunen können und haben auch Löwen und Büffel gesehen. Die Leopardensichtung war besonders beeindruckend, da der Leopard seine Beute auf dem Baum gefressen hat. Außerdem hatten wir ein sehr gelungenes Fotoshooting mit einer Fotografin, die von der Lodge empfohlen worden ist und konnten so tolle Urlaubserinnerungen von unserer Safari mit nach Hause nehmen. Wir haben natürlich auch selber jede Menge großartige Bilder von der Tierwelt geschossen. Wir hatten eine extrem engagierte Rangerin vielen Dank dafür. Absolut zu empfehlen