Nestled in the unspoilt wilderness of the Waterberg, Shibula Lodge
and Bush Spa offers the discerning visitor a luxurious taste of wild
Africa. 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.
Shibula Lodge and
Bush Spa
Shibula Lodge and Bush Spa, a five star accredited lodge in the Welgevonden
Game Reserve in Limpopo Province, South Africa and offers the discerning
visitor Africa in all its untamed magnificence, along with truly superb
standards of hospitality.
Guests have a choice of eight luxuriously furnished suites; all fitted
Victorian baths, inside and outside showers, private patios and mini
bars.
Shibula has four standard suites. Suites 1 and 4 are not as spacious
as the luxury suites, but do have an outside Jacuzzi.
The luxury suites, 5 and 8 both with air con are more spacious and luxurious
as the standard suites. Suite 5 has a private lounge with fireplace and
outside Jacuzzi. Suite 6 and 7 has a private lounge with fireplace, satellite
TV, a private patio and splash pool. Ideal for a family or a small group
of four. Suite 8 has a private lounge, fire place and a spa bath in the
bedroom.
Dine in an intimate wine cellar, enjoy starlight boma dinners, with
traditional potjiekos and other Gourmet dishes and be entertained by
our resident Shibula singers and dancers. The main deck overlooks the
waterhole while listening to the nightly antics of the resident baboon
troop, private dining in the Shibula Royal Suite, the Presidential Suite
or in the wine cellar.
Facilities at
Shibula Lodge and Bush Spa
Central living area, Boma, Wine cellar, curio shop & Library,
Swimming pool & Private pools/jacuzzi’s, Bush Spa, Gym & a
Bush conference room.
The Bush Spa:
"Shibula's therapist is on hand to provide relaxing and rejuvenating
treatments in our newly renovated Bush Spa in the heart of Welgevonden
Game Reserve. Products locally produced in South Africa add to this truly
African experience.
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. In the comfort
of our 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."
Game Lodge Conferencing:
Conference area seat 18 people
Outside bar area
Boma area next to conference
Basic conference equipment is available
Any special equipment required to be arranged with management
Game Lodge Wedding Ceremonies:
Ceremony for up to 28 people
Accommodation can be arranged for up to 10 guests at neighbouring
lodges
Game viewing at Shibula Lodge and Bush
Spa
This malaria-free reserve, where the big five (Lion, Rhino, Buffalo,
Elephant and Leopard) roam freely, is home to an extraordinary diversity
of plant and animal wildlife, as well as more than 350 species of birds.
Shibula has access to the entire 36 000 ha reserve which forms part of
a bigger 100 000 ha game reserve.
Guests are assured of exceptional game viewing. Including some of the
best Rhino sightings on the continent. Large variety of different antelope
can be seen in one game reserve than in any other game reserve in Southern
Africa. Rare game species includes Aardvark and Brown Hyena, Eland, Gemsbok,
Tsessebe and Bush Pig. Night game drives give the visitor an insight
into South African nocturnal wildlife.
Activitiesat
Shibula Lodge and Bush Spa
Open vehicle game drives, bush walks, stargazing, bush dining, Aroma therapy,
Reflexology and full beauty treatments
