Black Rhino Game Lodge is a family-friendly accommodation offering set in the old Tamboti Forest, in the 58 000ha malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park.
It is certainly one of South Africa’s most exciting Big 5 eco-tourism destinations – located within easy reach of Gauteng and the Johannesburg International Airport.
The Lodge, which is part of the Extraordinary Collection, overlooks a busy waterhole, which is a hive of bird and animal activity.
In the mornings, you can expect to be awakened with a hot cup of coffee. Your host ranger will then take you out on an exceptional game drive, taking you through Black Rhino Reserve, into the unexplored valley of the Pilanesberg.
A safari breakaway to this remote corner of Africa will be a source many fond memories for years to come for you, your spouse and/or family.
Accommodation at Black Rhino Game Lodge
Accommodation at Black Rhino Game Lodge consists of 23 spacious and luxuriously appointed bedroom suites.
You will find each suite fitted with air-conditioning, a television, tea/coffee-making facilities, and a private patio that opens out onto the African bush. Each spacious suite has a separate bath and shower as well as an outdoor shower, with the exception of Room 19.
The Lodge is family-friendly. Children of all ages are welcome at the lodge. Children aged 0-5 years can stay complimentary when sharing with their parents. However, they are not permitted on game drives. Kids aged 6-11 years enjoy a 50% discount on the adult sharing rate and are permitted on game drives at management’s discretion.
Children 12 years and older pay the full adult rate and are permitted on game drives.
See their accommodation rates HERE and make an online booking HERE. You can take advantage of their specials HERE.
Facilities at Black Rhino Game Lodge
Facilities at Black Rhino Game Lodge include a boma, a restaurant, a bar, a dining area as well as lounge areas. The private game viewing decks are the perfect spot to enjoy the tranquillity and excellent birding opportunities.
Guests have access to Wi-Fi internet, laundry services. For those travelling with kids, baby sitting services are available at the lodge.
There are two plunge pools on the property where guests can also cool off from the summer heat. Your kids will love the playground.
Early in the morning, guests may enjoy a cup of coffee followed by an adventurous game drive with professional guides.
Activities at Black Rhino Game Lodge
Black Rhino Game Lodge is situated on the western side of the malaria free, ‘Big Five’ Pilanesberg National Park. It’s a beautiful base from which to explore the many activities offered in the area.
The National Park offers an opportunity to see animals, birds, insects, reptilians and vegetation. Expect to see animals such as elephants, lions, leopards, brown hyena, springbok, red eyed bulbul and camel thorn tree.
If you need something more tame, famous Sun City is only 33km away.
Reviews from previous Black Rhino Game Lodge guests
“What an amazing place to visit, the whole experience was just fabulous, great game drives, fabulous friendly staff, stunning lodges, and excellent food each time we ate. Our fantastic guide Kobus was knowledgeable and very friendly, always ready to answer questions and if he was unsure he made sure he would find out the answer for the next ride. We saw plenty of animals (lion, giraffe, white rhino, elephant, cheetah, impala and other types of antelope) back at the lodge for wind down, the waiting staff are so polite and easy going; we had a waiter called Daniel who was just the best. I would really recommend to anyone Black Rhino for their safari adventure, pure value for money and fantastic everything,” wrote Steve P on their TripAdvisor page.
clintr923 added; “A great reserve only an hour and a half from Johannesburg with the Big Five. Very well managed with great safari guides. Accommodation is very stylishly appointed and very well kept. Definitely worth a visit and yes I would go back in a heartbeat.”
“As locals, we visited the lodge to celebrate my husband’s birthday. What a wonderful choice, the staff are so kind and welcoming and the accommodations recently renovated. We saw plenty of animals on the safari drives, 3 of the big 5 and learnt so much about our flora and fauna from our knowledgeable guide. The food was delicious and they accommodated our dietary requirements. The staff celebrated my husband’s birthday with a song and cake, making the night all the more special. We will definitely visit again!” said Bianca Rochelle P.
Black Rhino Game Lodge is located in the Tamboti Forest, in the Pilanesberg National Park, Pilanesberg. Here is their location on Google Maps. Here is how to get there. For bookings, call +27 (0) 60 776 9524 / + 27 (0) 83 297 5020; email res@blackrhinogamelodge.com or visit them online at blackrhinogamelodge.com. Follow them on Facebook HERE.
