Grootfontein Nature Reserve
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Member since: 28 Aug. 2017
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Grootfontein Private Game Reserve is located 2-3 hours from Gauteng in the beautiful Limpopo Province, near the famous malaria-free eco-tourism town of Thabazimbi, South Africa.
We are an eco-lodge and proudly off-the-grid! We work with solar power and gas only. We offer rustic bush lodge-style accommodation, hiking, herping, birding, camping, 4x4 trails, kayaking, mountain biking, hunting - for true lovers of the great African bush!
The reserve has 3 rustic bush lodges, a wheelchair-friendly cottage and a 4 stand campsite, each with their own splash pools and all unique from each other, and are perfect for short or long stays. We can accommodate 20 guests (camping excluded).
If a beautiful, quiet rustic bushveld getaway is what you are looking for then Grootfontein Private Nature reserve is perfect for you and your family!
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Property Type | Camp, Chalet, Guest Lodge, Game Lodge, Self Catering |
Check-in after | 02:00 PM |
Check-out before | 10:00 AM |
Cancellation Policy | Strict |
Can Be Used For | Film Location, Still Shoots, Wedding |
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Reviews
A day trip from Jo'burg (3hrs) yet a world away.
Staying off-grid in the bush with running hot water (I'd never operated a paraffin shower before), A fully equipped kitchen with a gas hob, a large fridge, and a braai pit outside was all that we needed.
No phone reception was the bonus; kids and adults alike couldn't be distracted by IT so spent the long weekend playing, chatting and eating! A total relax.
Unfortunately, the temperature was way too hot for any of us to hiking, but we were able to cool off in the rock pool and enjoy the fabulous views.
If you're after a re-set, check this place out. Our group of 2 families left feeling recharged and ready to face life in the big smoke once more.
We had the Maroela camp site for ourselves and enjoy the silence and nature sounds. The view from the site was beautiful. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
This is the perfect place if you want a quiet stay in the middle of the bush. I stayed in the kudu lodge with my pet, it was quite secluded. The kitchen was well equipped and everything was very clean and tidy. The highlight was definitely the view of the mountains from the braai area and the private pool. The hosts were very kind and always close by in case anything was needed. Would definitely recommend a stay at Grootfontein to anyone wishing for a break away.
Excellent! Will stay again
We stayed in the Giant Rock Lodge. It was comfortable. The space was nice and the open windows were lovely in the room. The fridge was a good size and the self catering equipment was sufficient. The splash pool was great, as it was 40+ during our stay. The hiking was lovely. Our dogs liked the space, just not the heat.
This was our 5th stop of 8 around the country.
Superb. Tranquility and beauty. Aloe Lodge is an experience: No outside walls. You are one with nature. Private splash pool with a amazing view. We will become annual visitors!
Absolutely amazing. Will definitely visit again. If you like rustic and just want to get away from it all!!!
The tranquility is out of this world.
Love the rustic setup.
Just a beautiful rustic experience - proper African Bush Lodge! No electronics, no cell phone reception. Open air bedrooms, our own plunge pool and viewing deck for sundowners, game wandering around the camps, awesome staff and hosts. Such a relaxing weekend! Will be back!
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About the Host
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Based on 9 verified guest reviews
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