Tsholo Safari Lodge

Each of the 14 luxury suites at Tsholo Safari Lodge has been thoughtfullydesigned as a private sanctuary — a place where space, texture, and stillness come together in quiet harmony. Set along the outer edges of the lodge, the suites unfold gently from the main areas, connected by shaded tambotie-lined walkways that heighten the sense of journey and arrival. By the time you step inside, the world feels beautifully distant.

Interiors are elegant and restrained, layered with premium finishes and soft, natural tones that reflect the surrounding bushveld. Each suite is generously proportioned and climate-controlled, offering both air conditioning and ceiling fans to ensure comfort throughout the seasons. Bathrooms are designed as immersive retreats, featuring both indoor and outdoor showers alongside standalone baths — inviting moments of reflection beneath open skies or within the calm of your private space.

Every suite includes a refreshment station with a curated selection of teas and coffees, as well as a stocked minibar offering a variety of indulgences. Super-king beds promise deep, restorative sleep — preparing you for early mornings in the wilderness and unhurried days at leisure.

Private patios extend each suite into nature, thoughtfully furnished to encourage lingering. Here, time slows as you listen to the rhythm of the bush, catch your breath after a memorable safari, or savour the quiet after an exceptional meal.

While Tsholo invites you to disconnect and be fully present, high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the lodge should you wish to remain in touch — though we gently encourage you to embrace the stillness.

LUXURY
Private Suites

Tsholo Safari Lodge offers a range of accommodation options, which include:

• 8 Luxury Suites,
• 4 Deluxe Suites,
• 1 Two bedroom Villa (two room both en-suite with a shared lounge that leads out to a covered patio and a private hot tub),
• 1 honeymoon suite, each maintaining the same level of refinement and privacy.

Luxury Suites

• Double (King) or Twin (Three Quarter) suite with private patio overlooking the bushveld.
• Featuring both indoor and outdoor showers, standalone bath, air conditioning, ceiling fan,
• stocked minibar and refreshment station, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Please note: 4 of these suites are able to accommodate 2 children under the age of 12 on single mattresses brought into the room.

Kubu Suites

• 4 Suites | King or Twin configuration | Max: 2 Adults
• Generously proportioned suite with the same premium finishes as the Luxury Suites.
• Private patio, indoor and outdoor showers, bath, minibar and refreshment station.

2 Bed Villa (Exclusive Use)

• 1 Villa | Two en-suite bedrooms, shared lounge | Max: 4 Adults + Children
• Two fully en-suite bedrooms (King or Twin) connected by a shared lounge that flows onto a covered private patio. Ideal for families or two couples travelling together. Priced per villa per night.

Honeymoon Suite – Kubu House

• 1 Suite | King, lounge & kitchen | Max: 2 Adults
• Tsholo's most exclusive offering — a private, free-standing suite featuring a King bed, private lounge, kitchen, double indoor shower, outdoor shower, standalone bath, private boma and patio, and private hot tub.
• The ultimate romantic retreat.

At Tsholo Safari Lodge, gatherings are designed to feel purposeful, unhurried, and deeply connected to place.

Our multi-use venue is thoughtfully positioned to draw the surrounding wilderness into every moment. A full glass façade opens onto the Tambotie forest beyond an ever-changing natural canvas that brings calm, focus, and perspective to meetings, celebrations, and shared experiences.

Flooded with natural light, the space has been carefully conceived to transition effortlessly between executive conferences, intimate meetings, private celebrations, and elegant weddings. The design is intentionally understated, allowing the setting and the moment to take centre stage.

Modern technology is discreetly integrated to support seamless presentations, strategy sessions, and collaborative work, while the tranquillity of the bush encourages clarity of thought and meaningful connection.

Whether hosting a leadership retreat, a milestone celebration, or a considered gathering of like-minded guests, Tsholo offers a rare environment where ideas flow freely, conversations deepen, and memories are shaped by nature.

EXECUTIVE
Retreats

Tsholo Safari Lodge offers an inspiring setting for leadership retreats, strategic sessions, and high-level gatherings where clarity, creativity, and connection matter most.

Removed from distraction and immersed in the quiet rhythm of the bush, executives are invited to slow down, think deeply, and engage meaningfully. The natural stillness of the Black Rhino Game Reserve creates an environment where ideas flow more freely and conversations gain depth.

Between sessions, guests reconnect over exceptional cuisine, restorative spa experiences, and immersive game drives — ensuring a balance of focus and renewal that few venues can offer.

This is a retreat designed not for productivity alone, but for perspective.

WEDDINGS & Celebrations

For those seeking a celebration shaped by beauty, intimacy, and place, Tsholo offers a setting unlike any other.

Set against the Tambotie forest and expansive Pilanesberg landscapes, weddings and milestone moments unfold with an effortless sense of elegance. Natural light, refined design, and the surrounding wilderness create a timeless backdrop — allowing the occasion to feel both deeply personal and quietly extraordinary.

Whether an intimate ceremony or a private celebration with loved ones, every moment is curated with care, guided by exceptional cuisine, attentive service, and an atmosphere of relaxed sophistication.

At Tsholo, celebrations are not staged — they are felt.

EXECUTIVE LODGE
Buyouts
For the ultimate in privacy and exclusivity, Tsholo Safari Lodge is available for full lodge buyouts.

With just 14 suites, the lodge becomes a private sanctuary reserved entirely for your group — offering complete freedom to shape the experience, from bespoke dining and tailored game drives to private events and wellness journeys.

Ideal for incentive groups, multi-generational families, or special interest gatherings, a buyout allows guests to move seamlessly between shared moments and personal space, all within a setting defined by serenity and thoughtful luxury.

FINE DINING AT TSHOLO

Dining is a celebration of South Africa’s rich culinary heritage. Menus are curated by chefs from Stellenbosch’s top kitchens and paired with award-winning wines from our cellar.

RELAX & UNWIND AT THE
Amani Spa

Suspended within the canopy of the Tambotie forest, Amani Spa at Tsholo is a sanctuary designed for deep restoration and quiet renewal.

Set within a beautifully considered structure, the spa is thoughtfully positioned to capture sweeping views across the northern reaches of the Pilanesberg mountain range. Here, nature becomes an integral part of the experience — ever present, calming, and restorative, framed by the surrounding Tambotie forest.

In collaboration with Amani Spa, a bespoke wellness journey has been curated exclusively for Tsholo. Every element has been thoughtfully crafted to encourage balance, release, and reconnection — guided by the rhythms of the bush and the principles of holistic wellbeing.

Signature treatments draw on Amani’s renowned expertise, combining skilled touch with carefully selected products to nurture both body and mind. Whether enjoyed between game drives or as a dedicated wellness ritual, each experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and fully surrender to the moment.

This is a place to rise above the everyday — and return renewed.

Big 5 Game Drives

Morning and afternoon game drives in the Black Rhino Game Reserve and greater Pilanesberg ecosystem. Our expert guides deliver an immersive, unhurried safari experience — tracking elephant, lion, leopard, rhino and buffalo across rugged volcanic terrain.

Amani Spa

Suspended within the canopy of the Tambotie forest, Amani Spa features three serene treatment rooms with sweeping mountain views over the Pilanesberg.
Complemented by cold plunges and a private sauna, the spa offers a complete restorative journey — curated exclusively for Tsholo, and guided by the rhythms of the bush and the principles of holistic wellbeing.

Fine Dining & Boma

Menus curated by chefs from Stellenbosch's top kitchens, paired with award-winning South African wines.
Enjoy fine dining in the restaurant, sundowners on the viewing deck, and unforgettable boma dinners under the African night sky.

Sleep-Out Deck *Coming 2027

An open-air Sleep-Out Deck designed for nights beneath the African sky — an extraordinary opportunity to sleep in nature, surrounded by the sounds of the bush, with the stars as your canopy.

Bush Walks

Guided bush walks offering an intimate ground-level perspective of the Pilanesberg — tracking wildlife signs, learning about indigenous plants, and discovering the smaller wonders of the bush.
Available daily with limited space, so early booking is recommended. R1,250 per person.

Wellness & Fitness

Beyond the spa, Tsholo offers a holistic wellness philosophy — encouraging guests to slow down and breathe deeply.
A fully equipped gymnasium covers cardio, strength and functional fitness, while yoga spaces across the lodge invite practise in harmony with the surrounding wilderness.

Tsholo Safari Lodge offers fourteen elegant suites, three elevatedviewing decks, two tranquil swimming pools, and an open-air Sleep-Out Deck designed for nights beneath the African sky.

Guests are invited to unwind at the Viewing Deck Bar, indulge in exceptional cuisine at the fine-dining restaurant, or restore balance at the Amani Spa, featuring four serene treatment rooms set within the Tambotie forest. A discreet multi-use venue provides an inspiring setting for intimate weddings, exhibitions, and executive gatherings.

• 14 Luxury Rooms
• Two Swimming Pools
• Fine Dining Restuarant
• Amani Spa
• Sleep Out Deck
• Boma (Outdoor Dining)
• Three Viewing Decks
• Viewing Deck Bar
• Guided Game Drives
• Private Bush Setting
• Conference & Events Venue
• High-Speed Wi-Fi