Bakubung Bush Lodge

North West

Bakubung Bush Lodge is a Big 5 safari resort inside the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park, just minutes from Sun City in North West Province. Set against the slopes of an ancient volcanic crater and overlooking a busy waterhole, Bakubung Bush Lodge is one of South Africa's best-loved bush holiday destinations. Elephant, rhino, lion, leopard and buffalo roam the Pilanesberg Game Reserve, and the lodge is one of the few places where you can stay inside the park itself. Bakubung Bush Lodge is around two hours' drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria, making it an easy weekend getaway or school holiday escape for families from Gauteng. Sun City, the Valley of Waves and the Gary Player Golf Course are a short drive away. Accommodation at Bakubung Bush Lodge is offered in self-catering chalets and timeshare units set among thatched lodges and manicured lawns. Each unit is fully equippe with a kitchen, braai facilities and a private patio, sleeping couples, families and larger groups comfortably. Amenities at Bakubung Bush Lodge include: - Swimming pool with pool bar and loungers - Restaurant and bar with waterhole views - Guided game drives and bush walks in Pilanesberg National Park - Hot air balloon safaris - Kids' play area and holiday activity programme - Spa and wellness treatments - Braai facilities at each chalet - Secure parking Beyond the lodge, guests can explore the Pilanesberg's network of game viewing roads and hides, the Mankwe Dam, and the entertainment, casino and water park at nearby Sun City. For a Big 5 safari holiday that combines wildlife, comfort and easy access from Gauteng, Bakubung Bush Lodge in the Pilanesberg is an exceptional choice.