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Pilanesberg Game Reserve (Border North-West & Limpopo Provinces)
Ivory Tree Lodge
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Pilanesberg Reserve
| Location | Ivory Tree Game Lodge is a brand new lodge situated in the north-eastern region of Pilanesberg Game Reserve, with the closest point of entry being the Bakgatla gate. Pilanesberg reserve is on the doorstep of Sun City and The Lost City and the nearby attractions make for a wonderfully varied holiday. | |||||
| Description | Ivory Tree Game Lodge is nestled in the basin of an ancient amphitheatre divided by riverine woodlands and elephant trails lies an exclusive lodge development site. | |||||
| Wildlife | Pilanesberg National Park is home to all of the big 5 - elephants, rhino and buffalo, leopard & lion, in addition to many other species of game and over 360 bird species. Pilanesberg National Park, which covers some 55 000 hectare, is the fourth largest in southern Africa. This malaria-free park is perched on the eroded vestiges of an alkaline volcanic crater - one of only three such craters in the world and is characterised by undulating hills and everlasting open plains. | |||||
| Package |
Fully inclusive of superb accommodation, 3 meals, refreshments and 2 game activities daily with qualified, experienced game guards. |
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| Lodge | The central lodge features a stunning swimming pool, a bar, dining room, and a central lounge. The reception area also contains a curio shop for the convenience of guests. The lodge also has a full conference facility for up to 70 delegates. | |||||
| Rooms | Ivory Tree lodge has 60 double suites, which surround the edges of the amphitheater basin. Each luxurious suite is equipped with air-conditioning, mini bar fridges, and tea and coffee making facilities. The suites also feature a full en-suite bathroom with twin basins, luxury bath and outdoor showers. | |||||
| Activities |
The emphasis at Ivory Tree lodge is on game viewing in the form of game drives and bush walks with experienced rangers. However, there is a huge array of activities which can be arranged from the lodge including hot-air ballooning, elephant back rides, clay pigeon shooting, quad biking, as well as team-building skills such as bush orientation. Sun City and the Lost City are also near neighbours, which also offer a huge variety of activities and entertainment. |
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| Getting there |
By Road : From Johannesburg, drive on N1 to the Western bypass, and get onto the R512, and continue with R512 past Lanseria towards Brits and cross the bridge over Hartebeestport Dam. Turn left onto the N4 towards Rustenburg (around 65kms). At Rustenburg, take R510 and follow signs to Sun City, Lost City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve. You will continue on the R510 for 68kms, passing Kana, Tsitsing, passing over the R556 and passing Mogwase until you turn left towards Saulspoort and Bakgatla Gate at Pilanesberg Reserve. The journey will take around 2 hours. |
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| What to bring | Warm clothing for winter game drives is essential. It is advisable to bring a good pair of walking shoes and a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and swimming costume. Don't forget your camera, binoculars and plenty of spare film. | |||||
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Tel + 44 (208) 2550067 Fax + 44 (208)
2559152 |
