Bakubung Bush Lodge – 4 Stars

WELCOME TO BAKUBUNG BUSH LODGE

OVERVIEW:

Less than a two-hour drive from Johannesburg and situated right at the entrance to the malaria-free, Big-5 Pilanesberg National Park, lies one of the most unforgettable bush getaways in South Africa. Bakubung Bush Lodge, fondly translated as “Place of the Hippo”, is an ideal destination for both families and MICE groups alike.

A variety of facilities and activities are available to keep everyone entertained including walking safaris, game drives, boma dinners, quad biking, world-class treatments at the Legacy Balance spa, as well as the ever-popular snake demos, archery lessons and Junior Rangers programme for kids.

Accommodation options range from spacious (dinner, bed and breakfast) hotel rooms and self-catering chalets, to luxurious villas, for those looking for a more exclusive retreat. Whatever your preference, business or leisure, Bakubung is the ideal destination for everyone.

ACCOMMODATIONS:

STANDARD QUEEN ROOM

The optimal choice for a travelling family, Bakubung’s 11 Standard Queen Rooms offer all the comforts and amenities needed for your stay.

ROOM FEATURES:

• Rooms come equipped with air conditioning
• DSTV and Direct dialling telephones
• Coffee and tea-making facilities
• International multi-plugs, hairdryers, electronic safes
• Minibars which can be stocked on request.
• Bathrooms comprise of a separate bath and shower, toilet and electric shaving plugs for those who may need them.
  

STANDARD TWIN ROOM

The Standard Twin room is the perfect choice for friends or families travelling together. Offering two double beds in each room. 

ROOM FEATURES:

• Rooms come equipped with air conditioning
• DSTV and Direct dialling telephones
• Coffee and tea-making facilities
• International multi-plugs, hairdryers, electronic safes
• Minibars which can be stocked on request.
• Bathrooms comprise of a separate bath and shower, toilet and electric shaving plugs for those who may need them.
  

STANDARD KING ROOM  

The Standard King room is a great choice for couples who enjoy the extra space. Each of the 20 king rooms comes equipped with one king size bed.

ROOM FEATURES:

• Rooms come equipped with air conditioning
• DSTV and Direct dialling telephones
• Coffee and tea-making facilities
• International multi-plugs, hairdryers, electronic safes
• Minibars which can be stocked on request.
• Bathrooms comprise of a separate bath and shower, toilet and electric shaving plugs for those who may need them.

LUXURY KING ROOM   

Our Luxury King Room boasts one large king-size bed, plus a lounge with a couch to curl up on and enjoy a good book from.

ROOM FEATURES:

• Each of the nine luxury rooms comes equipped with air conditioning
• DSTV and Direct dialling telephones
• Coffee and tea-making facilities
• International multi-plugs, hairdryers, electronic safes
• Minibars which can be stocked on request.
• Bathrooms comprise of a separate bath and shower, toilet and electric shaving plugs for those who may need them.

EXECUTIVE SUITE ROOM

With just four Executive Suites on offer, these rooms are a step-up from the luxury king room, offering special executive amenities.

ROOM FEATURES:

• Rooms come equipped with air conditioning
• DSTV and Direct dialling telephones
• Coffee and tea-making facilities
• International multi-plugs, hairdryers, electronic safes
• Minibars which can be stocked on request
• Bathrooms comprise of a separate bath and shower, toilet and electric shaving plugs for those who may need them

CHALET

Wrapped around the perimeter of the property and overlooking one of the park’s waterholes, is an array of fully serviced, self-catering chalets.

ROOM FEATURES:

• All the chalets are equipped with two en-suite bathrooms
• A lounge, an open veranda with a braai/barbeque
• An LED TV and a pull-out couch for two small children
• The chalet’s kitchen is fully kitted with a fridge, stove and an oven, plus basic kitchen utensils
• Bedrooms are fitted with premium bedding and black-out curtains, for those wanting to lie in and enjoy the mornings a little longer

ACCESIBLE ROOM

Bakubung has one wheel-chair friendly room which is easily accessible and spacious enough for our guests to navigate. Room layout may differ from image shown.

ROOM FEATURES:

• The room is also equipped with a wheelchair accessible
• Shower and toilet
• Air conditioning, DSTV, direct dialling telephones
• Coffee and tea-making facilities
• International multi-plugs, hairdryers, electronic safes
• Minibars which can be stocked on request.

FACILITIES INCLUDED:

 SWIMMING POOL

Not much trumps a cool dip in the pool on a hot summer’s day. The Bakubung pool, with its plethora of loungers and full poolside service, allows guests to lie back, soak up the sun and enjoy a cold beverage or a light lunch without having to move. If you need a short break from the sun, our poolside bar is a great place to retreat to and have a drink in the shade.

RESIDENTS LOUNGE

For those visiting on business or for those needing a quiet space to get a few hours of work done, our resident’s lounge is the ideal space to retreat to. There are a variety of comfortable seating areas to work from and the area offers strong WIFI signal should you require it.

LEGACY BALANCE SPA

Nestled into a hillside just above the lodge, the Legacy Balance Spa at Bakubung is an enchanting escape from the busyness of outside life. The tranquility of the spa’s interiors blends perfectly with its natural surrounds and the high ceilings and openness of the space allows for the sounds of nature to immerse you. Legacy Balance spas are known for their personalised treatments, award-winning products and highly trained therapists, ensuring you will leave our spa feeling elated and, well, a little more balanced. Mon – Sat: 9am – 7pm, Sun & public holidays: 9am -6pm. Bookings essential.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES

Bakubung’s business and leisure facilities plus its location – being just a two-hour drive from Johannesburg and ten-minutes from Sun City and the Gary Player Golf Course – make it a highly desirable MICE destination. The four interior spaces, the largest of which can host up to 120 delegates, are ideal for any type of conference or event, from meetings and gala dinners to weddings and presentations. If you are looking to absorb the outdoors and take in the view, poolside and boma dinners can also be arranged.

KIDS PLAYGROUND

Family comes first! Bakubung and its facilities and activities make it an easy choice for families. Kids can spend hours playing on our playground which has been fully equipped with slides, swings and climbing equipment. When they are done here, there are a number of other kid’s activities on offer to help keep them entertained.

TENNIS COURTS

What better way to stay healthy and active than with a game of tennis? Get your game on with family or friends or get stuck in with the kids – with two floodlit courts available you can play night or day. You do not even have to bring equipment with you because there are tennis rackets and balls available from reception.

WILDLIFE CENTRE

We are passionate about wildlife and educating our guests about the incredibly diverse range of animals, birds and reptiles we are home to in the Pilanesberg. Guests can come visit the wildlife center to view and learn about various indigenous snakes from the area, as well as find out about our educational and interactive bush walks, game drives and recent animal sightings.

TRANSFER SERVICES

For guests who would like to take a shuttle to enjoy a quick day trip in to Sun City or perhaps require a transfer service to and from the airport, we have you sorted. For a small surcharge, a scheduled shuttle bus is available between the lodge and Sun City at regular intervals, plus transfers to and from the Pilanesberg airport can also be arranged on request.

RESTAURANT & BARS

Bakubung has more than one spot in which to kick back and enjoy yourself over a drink or a scrumptious plate of food. The Marula Grill restaurant, centrally located inside the resort and overlooking the hippo hide, caters for all mealtimes and offers guests the choice of a buffet or an à la carte carte menu with a selection of dishes to suit all tastes, including some traditional favourites. For a sundowner cocktail, join us the Thutlwa Bar overlooking the pool and for the ladies, the Motswedi Ladies Bar is open till late offering a variety of beverage options and cigars.

VOLLEYBALL COURT

Grab your family members and start a game of volleyball and soon, there will be others wanting to join in the fun. There is nothing more social than a game of volleyball and it’s a brilliant way for kids to make new friends while participating in a fun and active game.

GYM

For those wanting to keep fit and active on their bush breakaway, Bakubung offers a fully equipped gym adjacent to the tennis courts. Runners can enjoy a jog on one of our treadmills and for those looking to tone up, there are a variety of weights and weight machines on offer. Fresh sweat towels and cold water are always available on site, to ensure you have a pleasant workout experience.