Awarded best 4* B&B of South Africa 2019, and best 4* B&B of  Limpopo in 2017, 2018, and 2019, Bushbaby River Lodge is a unique lodge, situated in the exclusive and most picturesque part of the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, boasting a dry riverbed: the place to spot the local wildlife. Beautiful large trees surround Bushbaby River Lodge and is the ultimate place to relax, watch the wildlife, and enjoy nature and quiet surroundings.

Due to the absence of the big five animals (though we do have a leopard) in the Wildlife Estate you can safely explore the African bush on foot or by mountain bike: a nice break from sitting in the car while on safari in South Africa. Walk up close to a giraffe or look a zebra straight in the eye while on the mountain bike, it is a unique experience! At night the lodge is surrounded by night creatures like porcupines, genets, civets, bushbabies, and even the odd honey badger that you can see from your patio.

LUXURIOUS, TASTEFULLY DESIGNED CHALETS

Bushbaby River Lodge is the perfect destination for couples, friends, families, and honeymooners. Whether you stay just a couple of nights, a week, or even longer: Bushbaby River Lodge is based in the exclusive and most beautiful part of the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and is your ideal base to discover this versatile part of South Africa.

Enjoy your stay in one of our tastefully designed rooms in African style, surrounded by the bushveld garden, and admire the most beautiful animals that visit your doorstep. Your room offers all the facilities you may expect from a luxury lodge: a kingsize bed with Egyptian cotton linen, a high-quality mosquito net, air conditioning, and an en-suite bathroom with an outdoor shower where you can experience the ultimate feeling of luxury under the African skies.

We offer you a stay on a bed and breakfast-basis but also provide lunches. For dinner, we can advise you on many fine restaurants that are just a 7-minute drive away.

• ZEBRA, GIRAFFE, KUDU, PORCUPINE, IMPALA, NYALA, WARTHOG, MONGOOSE AND THE NAME SAKE OF OUR LODGE, THE ADORABLE BUSHBABY ARE REGULAR VISITORS AT BUSHBABY RIVER LODGE.
• In the entertainment area, we serve your breakfast and lunch. Choose from a wide selection of healthy, tasty, and fresh options: from eggs to pancakes, waffles, and bread, to sausages, cheese, meat, yogurts, fruit, muesli, coffee, tea, and fruit juices. We take your breakfast seriously! In the afternoon you can have lunch at the lodge or go out for some great food experiences in Hoedspruit. And when the night falls, our cozy entertainment area is the perfect place to look back on your day. Enjoy a drink under the beautiful African skies and spot the bushbabies starting their evening hunt.
• Bushbaby River Lodge offers an unforgettable stay at one of the most picturesque places on Earth. Close to world-renowned attractions like Kruger Park and Blyde River Canyon, Bushbaby River Lodge is a most comfortable base to return to after a fun-filled day to enjoy some food or drinks by the pool or at the lodge. Enjoy the view of the dry riverbed and spot the many animals that frequent the lodge.
• The five spacious and luxurious lodges in African style each have their own charm. Every lodge has a large private veranda and on cold evenings guests can enjoy the fireplace in the boma (entertainment area). Bushbaby River Lodge is a proud National Winner of the Lilizela Awards 2019 for the best 4* Bed & Breakfast of South Africa. We are also Provincial Winners of the Lilizela Awards 2017, 2018, and 2019 for best 4* Bed & Breakfast of Limpopo Province.
• We have an official 4* rating by the TCGSA, ensuring excellent quality hospitality.

THESE SIGHTS CANNOT BE MISSED WHEN VISITING BUSHBABY RIVER LODGE

• KRUGER NATIONAL PARK: The world-renowned Kruger National Park is one of the highlights of South Africa. Go on a morning, afternoon, or evening safari and encounter 147 different mammals, 507 different birds, 336 different trees, 114 reptiles and 34 kinds of amphibians living in the park. This is an experience you will never forget! We can help you plan your amazing visit to this park.
• PRIVATE GAME RESERVE SAFARI: We offer several safaris to private game reserves. As guides are allowed to drive off-road the chances of seeing the big 5, especially big cats, are better than safaris in Kruger Park.
• THE PANORAMA ROUTE: The Panorama Route is one of the world’s most spectacular routes with breathtaking vistas around every corner, beautiful waterfalls, and memories of the gold rush. From the Tree Rondavels to the magical Lisbon Falls, God’s Window, or the fascinating Bourke’s Luck Potholes: this is an unforgettable daytrip that should not be missed.
• BLYDE DAM BOAT TRIP: Enjoy the splendor of the third largest canyon in the world and the largest ‘green canyon’ due to its lush subtropical foliage. Take a relaxing boat trip and discover an abundance of wildlife that will keep you distracted while learning more about the natural history of the Blyde Canyon. Boat trips are organized every day of the week, several times a day (depending on season and weather).
• HORSE SAFARI: African Dream Horse Safaris offers a great 1 or 2-hour horse trail on the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. This is a unique safari option where you can get up close to giraffes, zebra, and more animals that roam our estate.
• MOHOLOHOLO ANIMAL REHABILITATION CENTRE: Moholoholo has become a haven for the rehabilitation and care of abandoned, injured and poisoned wildlife. This 1.5 hour walking tour leads you past and sometimes through enclosures of wild animals such as lion, leopard, vultures and other birds of prey. And meet the world famous honey badger Stoffel and his family! Tours take place Monday – Saturday on 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM.
• HOEDSPRUIT ENDANGERED SPECIES CENTRE: Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre is involved in the breeding of endangered, vulnerable or rare animal species and the release and establishment of captive-bred cheetahs to the wild. Go on a 1.5 hour game drive (several times per day) and learn more about the work this centre does to protect endangered species like cheetah, rhino, elephant, leopard and more.
• MOUNTAIN BIKING: The surrounding environment of Bushbaby River Lodge makes for a perfect place to be discovered by mountain bike. We offer a 12 and 25 km trail that gets you up close to animals like zebra, giraffe, warthog and nyala!
• NYANI CULTURAL VILLAGE: Visit a traditional Shangaan village, listen to the music, join in with the dances and taste the traditional food all the while you learn more about the history of Limpopo.
• MICROLIGHT FLIGHTS/ HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT: The landscape around Bushbaby River Lodge is awesome and why not take your views to the next level: literally! Step into an air balloon or make a microlight flight and have an exceptional experience of a lifetime with amazing views of the Drakensberg escarpment.
• HIKING TRAILS/ BUSH WALKS: There are numerous walking trails for you to enjoy in the vicinity of Bushbaby River Lodge. From short, easy trails or a bush walk in our ‘backyard’ or Kruger Park to day long or even multiple day trips: we can help you find the trail that is most rewarding for you.
• MARIEPSKOP: This magnificant mountain range, shaping the horizon of Hoedspruit, is a sight to see. Explore one of the best kept secrets of this region! You need a high clearance 4X4 car to make this trip.