Tambuti Lodge is a Big 5 private game lodge set in the northwestern side of the greater Pilanesberg National Park, surrounded by the trees of an old tambuti forest within the Black Rhino Game Reserve. Set in pristine African wilderness at the foot of an ancient volcanic crater, Tambuti Lodge offers guests an intimate and luxurious safari experience.
Tambuti Lodge offers guests a choice of five luxury chalets which are beautifully decorated and equipped with fans or air-conditioning for comfort. The bedrooms are furnished with king-size beds or twin beds and each room has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, as well as an outdoor shower. Some of the suites have a sleeper couch and all the suites are equipped with TVs with DStv, bar fridges, tea and coffee facilities and safes for valuables. Guests can relax on their private decks and enjoy the bush views. All meals, teas and snacks, as well as dusk and dawn safaris in open Land Rovers are included.
Guests can relax next to the inviting swimming pool, in the cosy TV lounge with its fireplace, or enjoy a sundowner in the bar. The lodge also has a business centre with free Wi-Fi Internet access, and guests can sit around the boma and experience the starry skies at night. Two daily game drives are conducted by an experienced nature guide, but please note that children are permitted on drives at the discretion of the game ranger. Guests can also enjoy guided bush walks which offer the birdwatcher, botanist and nature enthusiast the ultimate bush experience. Unfortunately no people under the age of 16 years are permitted to join the game walks. Please note that game walks are subject to availability and guests are asked to request this activity at the time of booking their accommodation.
Tambuti Lodge - Pilanesberg
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Getaway Summary
PRICE (pp sharing):
from R 3,575
GETAWAY TYPE
Lodge
What We Say
This spectacular lodge has just five rooms which means you get a very personal service in a 5-star setting. It's perfect mix of intimacy with a luxurious safari experience.It's worth noting upfront that the rates include accommodation, meals, local drinks and morning & afternoon game drives, which makes things a whole lot simpler and let's you relax into it.
The five luxury suites are elegantly furnished, each with doors opening onto private a private deck. There's air-con to keep you cool and spacious bathrooms with both indoor and outdoor showers.
The lodge is surrounded by the trees of an old Tambuti forest within the Black Rhino Game Reserve - this is pristine African wilderness at its best, just 33km from Sun City.
A recent honeymoon guest described her stay as "amazing beyond limits”, what more can you say?!
Overview
TripAdvisor ® Traveller Reviews
"Highly Recommend"
28 Mar 2025
By lmac102, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
"A stunning safari at a great lodge. The staff especially Marcia, Martin, Edith made our stay a very very memorable one. The food and service were 5 star. The game drives led by Martin were..."
"Weekend Quiet"
25 Mar 2025
By Victoria D
"Tambuti is a lovely getaway near Joburg. One of the cleanest lodges in the bush I've experienced. Staff are friendly. Best coffee in the bush ! A bar for you to help yourself & a tea/coffee corner..."
"Fantastic Lodge!"
22 Mar 2025
By tdbrown93, Leeds, United Kingdom
"Our stay in Tambuti Lodge was perfect. The staff were so attentive, the room was very clean and comfortable and the food was incredible. Also, it’s a great location for game drives and our guide was..."
"Beautiful lodge, welcome, food, game drives - highly recommend"
16 Mar 2025
By steffrobinson, Portsmouth, United Kingdom
"This lodge is within easy reach of Pretoria/Johannesburg on the western edge of Pilanesberg National Park. From the moment we arrived Marcia made us so welcome. Our room (black rhino) was amazing..."
"jaw dropping incredible experience"
07 Mar 2025
By deebee6578
"this was one of my favourite aspects of my trip to South Africa. Douglas was incredible, so professional and always there when you needed him but not hovering. Martin was knowledgeable and helpful..."
"An intimate and enjoyable experience"
04 Mar 2025
By Elizabeth S
"We had a lovely stay at Tambuti Lodge. The staff was warm, inviting and helpful. The food was amongst the best and freshest we have had. Kudos to Edith the chef. We saw all "Big 5" in one day..."
"Relax and unwind"
17 Feb 2025
By Pathfinder77446
"Always a great experience. Staff are attentive yet un-intrusive. Meals are thought out meticulously. The guides are knowledgeable and try to ensure you get to see as much as possible, while ensuring..."
"A wonderful safari experience"
17 Feb 2025
By Charles D
"The friendliness and service of the staff was excellent. Marcia was a marvellous host from when she and some of the staff met us on arrival and really appreciated the way she met us with refreshing..."
"From arrival to leaving, it was pure joy. If we could, we would have definitely stayed much longer and done more relaxin"
17 Feb 2025
By Adventure39841138884
"Service was spectacular and no request was too much! Food was awesome. Would recommend Tanbuti Lodge to anyone wanting to feel spoilt and enjoy a great time! We felt like it was a real family..."
"Luxury with a capital letter L"
12 Feb 2025
By 211hg, Heemskerk, The Netherlands
"From the arrival till departure, it was all 5 star worthy.
The accommodation (we had one with wirlpool), was great. Clean, spacious, and all luxury was provided.
The food was superior and the game..."
