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Tucked inside the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park, Bakubung Bush Lodge (meaning ‘the people of the hippo’), offers a true bush experience in serenity and comfort.

The tastefully designed accommodation in true African style offers a panoramic view of the park and the hippo pool. While hidden in the depth of the wilderness, the resort has all the facilities and comfort one would expect.

Their Junior Rangers Programme offers the opportunity for young explorers to learn the authentic bush life and make use of their newly acquired skills – a fun, engaging and educational wildlife experience for all the family.

Bakubung is located just two hour’s drive from Johannsburg.

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Pilanesberg National Park

Pilanesberg National Park

The fourth largest park in South Africa, Pilanesberg National Park is malaria-free and set in the crater of a long extinct volcano with a unique geological structure. Standing high above the surrounding bushveld plains, it hosts a healthy population of lion, elephant, both black and white rhino, buffalo, and leopard. Find Out More about {acc:title}

  • Where: North West Province
  • Ideal for viewing: brown hyena, cheetah, black rhino, lion, meerkat
  • Excellent for: Wildlife for families, Self-drive