Mopane Bush Lodge

Mopane Bush Lodge is the epitome of soft life in the wild. It's located away from the noise with beautiful rooms with all accessories and no TV to disturb connection with nature. It's upscale with great service and the food was tasty with the restaurant and bar overlooking the watering hole for wildlife so it was great to watch elephants drink whilst have a meal.

This is one of those hidden gems that you actually don't want to tell others about, because then it becomes popular... We stayed at the Mapesu wilderness camp, and it is truly an incredible experience. I must add that the Dutch Camp Manager (Vera) is an absolute asset to this lodge and she is incredibly helpful and friendly. The campsite boasts 20+ campsites, all 230V powered and floor level lights throughout the camp. There are no fences around the campsite, so this can be viewed as 'wild', but more than enough trees and foliage around for shade. 3 ablutions service the campsite (note - they are unisex ablutions) - but these are neat, clean and well maintained. Mopane braai wood was delivered to the site daily, and there is a fire pit and small braai on each stand. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending this gem to anyone.

Was unhappy with the management, and attention and service towards me, and attitude towards her staff. There was not water in the morning and she brushed me off. Talking to her staff with disrespect in front of me, a customer. The resort however is great, with good food, great fireplace, good rooms. Manager left sour taste in my mouth. 🫤

Very special place - very nice villas and other spaces like restaurant, bar and pool - exceptionally nice staff and the amazing kitchen chef Mike who magically creates super delicate meals combining local african recopies with the special, fine twist based on his international experience. We had two truly wonderful days there, combined with a super nice morning safari done by one of their super knowledgeable guides where we saw some really special moments of the local wildlife in their very natural habitat in the surrounding park/private reserve. Thank you!

What a dream. It may sound strange, but everything here was really extraordinary! The location is unique, the rooms are excellent, the staff is extremely friendly and attentive. There’s a real “Out Of Africa” feeling here. The peace and quiet in the lodge in the middle of nature is a true dream. And you feel like you are in paradise. There are numerous activities on offer, each one better than the other: We did a game drive with Chriss to the Mapungubwe National Park. It was breathtaking. Thanks to the entire team at the lodge for this impressive stay. We'll definitely be back.

An affordable way to do northern kruger, also has small hidden germs (rock art), quiet but not very far from the local community and traffic,

Very nice comfortable rooms with good air con. Some of the staff were new I think because service was below expectations. Disappointed with food choice. Very limited especially at breakfast. For example one day if you didn't like sausage or scrambled egg then you only had toast or cereals. This maybe because we were all inclusive on a tour company who set a limited budget. The only game ladge I have been to where drinks are not included even on sundowners.

This is an incredible lodge, loved staying in the Wilderness tented camp. Had a wonderful braai in the lapa too.