"The spontaneous game drive with Reinhardt was far the best we had!"
E794BUcb from South Africa
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"The food at Rafiki is amazing and Lungsani was so accommodating making us breakfasts to go."
danielle t from South Africa
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"The lodge is in a glorious setting with animals grazing by your patio."
Micheline S from South Africa
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Rafiki Bush Lodge - A 4-star bush lodge inside a private wildlife estate in Hoedspruit
Accommodation
All rooms at Rafiki Bush Lodge include an outdoor shower and a patio, with some offering views of the Drakensberg mountains. Each unit has a seating area, a fridge, and air conditioning, plus a private bathroom with a trouser press. Guests can book the entire lodge for exclusive use, accommodating up to 8 guests with full privacy.
Dining
A buffet breakfast is served daily, with healthy menus and kid-friendly buffet options, plus fruits and special diet menus. The on-site bar, coffee house, and snack bar offer wine and champagne, while themed dinner nights highlight traditional South African cuisine. Chef Lungisani prepares fresh meals and can pack breakfasts for early morning game drives.
Activities & Entertainment
The lodge arranges game drives to a Big 5 reserve 10 minutes away, plus bush walks, cycling, horse riding, fishing, and hiking. A sunset viewing deck with an honesty bar offers bushveld views, and an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar and sun loungers is available. Guests can also use the shared lounge, games room, and board games, or book bike tours and walking tours.
Location & Wildlife
Rafiki Bush Lodge sits inside Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, where free-roaming game such as giraffe, zebra, and antelope can be seen on walks. The lodge is 22 km from Kinyonga Reptile Centre, 24 km from Jessica the Hippo, and 47 km from Lissataba Private Game Reserve. Guests are 19 km from Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport, and the hotel offers an airport shuttle service.
Services & Amenities
The hotel provides on-site spa services, an outdoor swimming pool with shallow end and pool towels, and a garden with picnic area and outdoor fireplace. Multilingual staff speak Afrikaans, English, and Spanish, and offer concierge, tour desk, express check-in/out, and laundry services. Free WiFi, free parking, and valet parking are available, along with a shared lounge and luggage storage.
Highlights
Exclusive use: Entire lodge for up to 8 guests
Rooms: Outdoor shower in every room
Dining: Buffet breakfast with healthy & kid-friendly options
Activities: Game drives to Big 5 reserve, horse riding, bush walks
Location: Inside Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate with free-roaming game
Wellness: On-site spa services
“The attentiveness of the hosts truly elevated the experience, arranging everything from bush walks where animals graze freely near the rooms to more adventurous outings like hot air ballooning. Culinary creations, particularly those from Chef Lungsani, were a constant delight, accommodating dietary needs with grace and offering a real taste of local flavors. The outdoor showers are a surprisingly luxurious touch, adding a unique sense of connection to the surrounding environment.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Zalimpopo
Select your room type
Rafiki Bush Lodge offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room
2 persons
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Double Room
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Superior Family Room
2 persons
100 m²
2 King Size Beds
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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