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Shibula Lodge & Bush Spa

4.5 of 5
Site 26 Welgevonden Game Reserve, Vaalwater 530, South Africa
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Shibula Lodge & Bush Spa
4.5 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
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The Hague, The Netherlands
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012
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During the first part of our holiday in South Africa we went on safari in Madikwe, Pilanesberg, Welgevonden and Addo. Welgevonden Game Reserve is the least known of these reserves and we were very curious about what the experience would be like. After a very relaxing (self) drive from Pilanesberg we arrived in Shibula were we met our ranger, Shaun.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012

In january we stayed with 17 KLM crewmembers plus family in Shibula lodge. We were welcomed by the entire staff with a welcome song. Then we were taken to our rooms, which are so cozy! Well decorated, comfortable beds you never want to leave..... except to go on safari early in the morning!!! You feel at home instantly. The lounge... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012
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What can I say? Wonderful friendly & attentive staff, delicious wide selection of food, huge amount of Wildlife, beautiful relaxing day spa with amazing treatments and a stunning peaceful location! This was my 3rd visit to South Africa and my 3rd time on safari, and I can say without reservation I obtained the best wildlife photos I've taken yet, and... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012

An absolutely amazing bush experience awaits when staying at Shibula. To quote my now fiancee "its the bush but not in any way you would expect. It has all the 5 star luxuries to make even the most ardent of city slickers feel at home in the bush". Staff are warm and welcoming and execute any special request timeously and... More

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Charlottesville, VA
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
83 helpful votes 83 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

My husband and I stayed at Shibula for three nights over Christmas 2011. We were in cottage #1, which was quite private and comfortable. Our outdoor jacuzzi was not working, but otherwise we were very happy with the room. We thought the food was very tasty; each evening we were given two entree choices, plus many delicious side dishes. Entrees... More

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Pretoria .South Africa
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 July 2011
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My Husband and I spent a weekend at the lodge, to celebrate our wedding anniversary.We were expecting a five stars luxury lodge as their website promises. All the staff was very helpful and provided a good service, especially Tomas the ranger, He gave us a game drive that was very ,very interesting. Lunch was a very poor and simple buffet.... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2011
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We stayed at Shibula Lodge for one night over the weekend. The service was excellent from the moment we arrived and we wished that our stay was for longer. Our room (6 & 7) comprised of two bedrooms with a lounge area and our own pool, which was more than spacious! Breakfast, lunch and dinner were included and the food... More

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London
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2011

Excellent rooms, lodge, service, spa and food. More game would have been nice but I loved it! More

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Brisbane, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2010

I was looking for a relaxing, indulgently luxurious stay in the wilds of Africa, and certainly found it at Shibula. The thing that really made this such a great experience was the incredible friendliness and professionalism of the lodge managers (Carl and Suzette, at the time I was there). I stayed for six days - longer than the typical stay... More

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Chicago, Illinois
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2010

Amazing service, relaxing time, perfect game! Lodge is gourgeous, area is refreshing, reserve very special, staff very well trained, and rangers are extremily knowledgeable! tailored made for a lifetime savanah experience! More

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