Shibula Lodge and Bush Spa

It is superbly situated close to the best game viewing areas of the 36 000 hectare private Welgevonden Game Reserve. Guests are assured of exceptional game viewing. Including some of the best Rhino sightings on the continent. Rare game species includes Aardvark and Brown Hyena, Eland, Gemsbok, Tsessebe and Bush Pig. Night game drives give the visitor an experience of South African nocturnal wildlife.

Voted by Getaway as one of the top 10 most romantic destinations in South Africa, and by Elle and Marie Claire as one of the "Pick of the Best" Bush Lodges.

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Shibula consists of 8 luxurious suites, each with its own individual style & special features. All suites have air-conditioning for your convenience. Suite 1, 4 & 5 boasts a Jacuzzi and suites 6 & 7 have their own private heated pool. Satellite television reception available in suites 6, 7 and 8.

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Attractions and Activities at Shibula Lodge and Bush Spa

Dine in an intimate wine cellar, enjoy starlight boma dinners, and be entertained by resident Shibula singers and dancers. The main deck overlooks the waterhole while listening to the nightly antics of the resident baboon troop.

Dining at Shibula Lodge is a pleasing experience which includes breakfast after morning drives, lunch, snacks, salads & buffet, exciting evening meals which can either be in the main lodge, star-lit boma or in the wine cellar. The wine cellar is stocked with an excellent selection of South African award-winning wines. The wine cellar is an excellent venue for private dining by special arrangement.

Shibula's therapist is on hand to provide relaxing and rejuvenating treatments in the Bush Spa. The Thera Vine Grape Extract products are locally produced, which adds to a truly African experience. In the comfort of the Bush Spa, take your body on a sense safari! With indigenous base oil ingredients such as Marula and Baobab, rooibos extract and Kalahari Watermelon the true richness of Africa come to life." Let the natural sounds and smells of Shibula be the background to your personal body treatments with an abundance of exotic herbs and essential oils to provide the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation.