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Description
Welcome to Thandolwami Bushlodge, set in an enclosed area of 100 hectares within a wildlife reserve just 35 km outside the town of Hoedspruit. This family friendly lodge is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Keep your eyes peeled for giraffes, ostriches, zebras, elands, wildebeest, impalas, nyalas, and sable antelopes that roam freely in the area.
The enclosed area is home to a main lodge house, three chalets, a bush house, and a luxury king suite. Each chalet and room is air-conditioned and features an en-suite bathroom, a bar fridge, and a tea and coffee station.
The bush house is located further away from the main lodge and is equipped for self-catering. It contains three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, as well as a private pool area. Wi-Fi internet access is available.
Various local and international meals that are sure to satisfy your taste buds can be enjoyed in the central thatched dining area, overlooking a sparkling 7 m by 15 m swimming pool. The swimming pool overlooks a waterhole, where you can spot various animals coming for a drink. Relax around the lodge fire pit with a drink and enjoy the stars and sounds of the African night.
Our 24-hour staff reception is always available to assist you with any needs or requests you may have.
Property Amenities
- 24-hour front desk
- Secured parking
- Free parking
- Laundry service
- Outdoor Pool
- Wi-Fi
- Tour / sightseeing desk
- Ceiling fan
- Bar fridge
- Coffee / tea facilities
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning service
- Non-smoking
- Shower only
- Sitting area
- Separate tub and shower
- Patio
- Outdoor furniture
- Refrigerator
All amenities
- 24-hour front desk
- Secured parking
- Free parking
- Laundry service
- Outdoor Pool
- Wi-Fi
- Tour / sightseeing desk
- Ceiling fan
- Bar fridge
- Coffee / tea facilities
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning service
- Non-smoking
- Shower only
- Sitting area
- Separate tub and shower
- Patio
- Outdoor furniture
- Refrigerator
Nearby Attractions
- Game viewing
- Bird watching
- Blyde River Canyon
- Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre
- Hoedspruit Town
- Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
- Hoedspruit Reptile Centre
- Kruger National Park
- Panorama Route
All nearby attractions
- Game viewing
- Bird watching
- Blyde River Canyon
- Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre
- Hoedspruit Town
- Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
- Hoedspruit Reptile Centre
- Kruger National Park
- Panorama Route
Area Info
Thandolwami Bushlodge & Spa is located in the heart of the Ndlovumzi Nature Reserve in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, near Hoedspruit. This area offers a stunning mix of wildlife, scenic landscapes, and serene bushveld surroundings, perfect for nature lovers and those seeking tranquillity.
Ndlovumzi is a 1000-hectare wildlife reserve with its northern boundary being the Olifants River, and is located 35 km outside the town of Hoedspruit. Visitors can spot various plains game within the reserve including giraffe, waterbuck, wildebeest, zebra, nyala, warthog, jackal, red hartebeest, eland, hippo, and other small antelope species. It is also great for birding and over 300 species can be spotted. It is an hour’s drive to the world-renowned Kruger National Park and very close to Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre.
Ndlovumzi Nature Reserve is dedicated to conservation efforts and community development. It works to protect local wildlife while providing opportunities for sustainable tourism that benefits surrounding communities.
Directions
- From Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport:
- Exit the Airport.Turn left onto the R40 road as you exit Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport.
- Proceed to Hoedspruit. Continue on the R40 for approximately 10 kilometers until you reach the town of Hoedspruit.
- Turn onto the R527. In Hoedspruit, turn left onto the R527 road, heading towards the Klaserie area.
- Continue on the R527. Drive for about 20 kilometers on the R527.
- Turn onto the D1000. Turn left onto the D1000 gravel road.
- Proceed to the Lodge. Continue on the D1000 for approximately 5 kilometers. Thandolwami Bushlodge & Spa will be on your left.
Cancellation Policy
- The cardholder & ID/Passport must be present at check-in.
- The credit card used for the online payment must be present at check-in.
- No animals are allowed.
- Children under the age of 8 years are not permitted.
- Please respect the wildlife.
- We reserve the right to not refund bank costs upon cancellation for credit card bookings, as the bank does not credit initial deduction costs.
Conditions
* The cardholder & ID/Passport must be present at check-in.
* The credit card used for the online payment must be present at check-in.
* No animals are allowed.
* Children under the age of 8 years are not permitted.
* Please respect the wildlife.
* We reserve the right to not refund bank costs upon cancellation for credit card bookings, as the bank does not credit initial deduction costs.








