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Waterbuck Game Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
Lounge
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Waterbuck Game Lodge sits by the river, offering a peaceful escape with daily wildlife viewing. Guests can cool off at the swim-up bar, lounge by the outdoor pool, or use free in-room WiFi. The lodge provides on-site game drives and babysitting services for families.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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10.0 out of 10
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Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

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Thornybush Game Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380

What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 19 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 44 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Nyani Cultural Village - 49 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 59 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 60 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bush Pub & Inn - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Kapama Southern Camp Restaurant - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Boma - ‬37 min drive

About this property

Waterbuck Game Lodge

Upscale lodge by the river
A free breakfast buffet, game and wildlife viewing and a swim-up bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Waterbuck Game Lodge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a terrace.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and a swim-up bar
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A front desk safe, wedding services and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Waterbuck Game Lodge boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, patios and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 10 AM to 11:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: ZAR 850 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Per property policy, children under 6 years old are not permitted on game drives.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Waterbuck Game Lodge All Inclusive Hoedspruit
Waterbuck Game Lodge All Inclusive
Waterbuck Game Hoedspruit
Waterbuck Game Lodge Hoedspruit
Waterbuck Game Lodge Lodge
Waterbuck Game Lodge Bushbuckridge
Waterbuck Game Lodge Lodge Bushbuckridge

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterbuck Game Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Waterbuck Game Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterbuck Game Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterbuck Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Waterbuck Game Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Waterbuck Game Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Waterbuck Game Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Selati Nature Reserve and within 12 miles (20 km) of Timbavati Private Nature Reserve and Nyani Cultural Village. Mafunyani Cultural Village and Tintswalo Hospital are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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