Bushfellows Private Game Lodge 5.03

Bushfellows Private Game Lodge and Conference Centre is a family-owned bush lodge set among marula trees and African bushveld in the southern Limpopo, between Marble Hall and Groblersdal. Only 2 hours' drive from Johannesburg, Bushfellows is the perfect bush getaway for couples and families, and is also ideal for conferences and weddings.

The two bush camps located within the 1 000-hectare malaria-free game reserve have been constructed to blend in with the natural environment, inviting guests to experience a tranquil bush retreat. The main lodge, Little Eden, has twelve bush chalets, sheltered beneath marula trees. Each chalet, named after a species of bird found in the area, is comfortably appointed and fitted with a spacious, modern bathroom. Facilities at the main lodge include a swimming pool, restaurant, outdoor dining area, lounge, bar and a viewing deck overlooking a hippo pool. Faces of Africa, the conference centre at Little Eden, can seat up to 200 guests in cinema style, and is equipped with an HD projector, WI-FI internet connection, interactive board and 7.1 surround sound.

Approximately 1 km from Little Eden, further into the reserve, Majoba bush camp exudes rustic charm. Guests can choose from tented accommodation or chalets, both fully serviced and equally comfortable although more suitable for those seeking to be closer to nature. Majoba's public areas include indoor and outdoor dining venues, a relaxed lounge and bar, as well as a boma. A lapa area can be set up for a conference for up to 50 delegates.

The reserve is home to 16 species of plains game including buffalo, brown hyena, giraffe, zebra and the bat eared fox, all of which may be spotted on the game drives offered as one of the activities available at Bushfellows. The owners are committed to conservation and have started an animal rehabilitation centre on the property which aims to rehabilitate animals that have been raised in captivity as part of breeding programmes. Long-term plans include dropping fences between neighbouring farms to create a larger reserve so that these animals may be released back into the wild.

The overall experience at Bushfellows is welcoming and the commitment to guests' enjoyment is evident in the attentive service and care taken with the small details.