Tshwene Lodge - Vaalwater

Adults-only safari lodge in Welgevonden Game Reserve

Game Drives & Safari

Tshwene Lodge Welgevonden includes daily game drives in its accommodation rates, offering guests a chance to observe the Big Five in a malaria-free private game reserve. The 36,000-hectare Welgevonden reserve maintains a low-impact model with one vehicle per lodge, creating private wildlife encounters. Guests consistently highlight guide Steven for his tracking skills and ability to locate animals like leopards and cheetahs, often extending drives beyond 3 hours for better sightings.

Rooms & Amenities

Each room at Tshwene Lodge Welgevonden features a private balcony or terrace with mountain views, plus a private bathroom with an outdoor shower. The property offers 5 rooms for a maximum of 10 guests, with allergy-free and soundproof rooms available. A scenic rooftop swimming pool with mountain views and a spa offering full body massages, foot massages, and neck massages provide relaxation between game drives.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves African and South African cuisine, with special diet menus that include vegan, gluten-free, and vegetarian options. Breakfast choices range from continental and buffet to full English/Irish and local specialties, while packed lunches are available for game drives. Guests can dine in the outdoor boma by the fire, where the Tshwene team sings local African songs during dinner.

Wellness & Relaxation

The spa and wellness center offers multiple massage treatments including back massages, head massages, and couples massages, alongside a spa lounge and relaxation area. The outdoor swimming pool includes a shallow end, sun loungers, sun umbrellas, and a pool bar located on the rooftop with a view. A hot tub and jacuzzi are available, and guests can book spa facilities for additional relaxation.

About Tshwene Lodge Welgevonden

Tshwene Lodge is situated in the malaria-free Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, approximately a 3-hour drive from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport. The adults-only environment accommodates only 10 guests, ensuring personalized service from staff who provide express check-in/out, concierge service, and luggage storage. Guests can enjoy outdoor furniture, a sun terrace, and a garden with an outdoor fireplace, with walking tours and board games available on-site.

• Game Drives: Daily game drives included in rates, in a malaria-free private game reserve
• Rooms: 5 private rooms with balconies, mountain views, and outdoor showers
• Dining: African and South African cuisine, with vegan and gluten-free options
• Wellness: Spa with massages, rooftop pool, and hot tub
• Capacity: Adults-only lodge capped at 10 guests for private experiences
• Guide: Expert ranger Steven known for locating the Big Five