Ekuthuleni Lodge, 2 nights from R7 460 pps - self drive

Standing at the foot of a rocky ridge in the heart of the malaria-free Welgevonden Game Reserve, Ekuthuleni Lodge offers an intimate and authentic African safari experience. Meaning 'Place of Peace', this elegant lodge combines contemporary comfort with breathtaking bushveld surroundings. Guests can enjoy luxurious standalone suites, expansive views over a busy waterhole, and exceptional wildlife encounters in one of South Africa's premier Big Five reserves.

The lodge is ideal for couples, families and small groups seeking a tranquil safari escape. Twice-daily game drives provide opportunities to spot the Big Five and a diverse range of wildlife, while the lodge's pool deck, shaded verandas and outdoor dining areas create perfect spaces to relax and soak in the beauty of the African wilderness. Just a few hours from Johannesburg, Ekuthuleni delivers a classic safari experience with warm hospitality and spectacular scenery.