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Isilwane Bush Camp
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Deluxe Chalet
Max 4 Guests
1 King, 2 Twin
from R1,200
/ for 2 guests
Braai / Barbeque
Bath
Fan
Two Plate Stove
Fully-equipped kitchenClassic Family Chalet
Max 12 Guests
2 Twin, 2 Twin, 2 Twin, 2 Twin, 4 Twin
from R5,400
/ per unit, sleeps 12
WiFI Braai / Barbeque Bath Fan Fully-equipped kitchen
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Reviews
Yolanda
Stayed at: Isilwane Bush Camp
Absolutely delightful
A wonderful lodge, neat, beautiful, peaceful, with everything you need. Most beautiful nature, lovely place to visit, quiet in the forest.
Frikkie
Stayed at: Isilwane Bush Camp
Excellent value for money
Tranquillity and fun from small children to great-grandmother! Excellent value for money.
Carina
Stayed at: Isilwane Bush Camp
Perfect weekend getaway
Perfect place for friends to visit for the weekend. Enough sleeping space, a nice visiting area, and braai facilities.
Yolanda
Stayed at: Isilwane Bush Camp
Absolutely delightful
A wonderful lodge, neat, beautiful, peaceful, with everything you need. Most beautiful nature, lovely place to visit, quiet in the forest.
Frikkie
Stayed at: Isilwane Bush Camp
Excellent value for money
Tranquillity and fun from small children to great-grandmother! Excellent value for money.
Carina
Stayed at: Isilwane Bush Camp
Perfect weekend getaway
Perfect place for friends to visit for the weekend. Enough sleeping space, a nice visiting area, and braai facilities.
Accommodation Description
Isilwane Bush Camp is a private, self-catering retreat in the heart of the Big 5 Dinokeng Game Reserve, just under an hour from Pretoria. The camp sleeps up to 16 guests comfortably across a collection of chalets and a family suite, all positioned around a central lapa. The camp can be booked out exclusively, ensuring complete privacy and a cohesive group experience. All units are equipped with en-suite or private bathrooms, comfortable beds, and views of the surrounding bushveld. A fully equipped communal lapa includes a large kitchen, indoor and outdoor dining areas, lounge with smart TV and Wi-Fi, fire pit, braai facilities, and a refreshing splash pool. Whether you're gathering with family or celebrating with friends, Isilwane Bush Camp offers a laid-back yet immersive safari experience in a malaria-free setting.
Setting Description
Set within the Pride of Africa sector of the Dinokeng Game Reserve, Isilwane Bush Camp offers guests a front-row seat to one of Gauteng’s top wilderness destinations. Dinokeng is the only Big 5 game reserve in Gauteng where animals roam freely, and visitors have the rare chance to experience the bush without venturing far from the city. The camp is surrounded by pristine bushveld and frequented by birds and wildlife. Activities like guided game drives, birding, and relaxing by the pool are all enjoyed in complete seclusion. With no self-driving permitted, guests can expect a peaceful, uninterrupted stay that prioritises both comfort and conservation.
What We Love
- -Private bush camp with the option to be booked for exclusive use
- -Fully equipped lapa with kitchen, lounge, and dining area
- -Big 5 sightings in a malaria-free reserve
- Splash pool and firepit for downtime between game drives
- -Easy drive from Pretoria or Joburg
Activities
Guided Big 5 game drives
Bird watching
Relax by the pool
Evening braais
Mongena Lodge boat cruises
The Dinokeng Game Reserve, located near Cullinan in South Africa, offers a unique opportunity to experience the wild in a beautifully restored natural environment. The name "Dinokeng," which translates to "place of two rivers" (referring to the Elands and Pienaars rivers), captures the essence of this stunning region. Established in 2011, the reserve spans 18,500 hectares of former farmland, now transformed into a haven for a diverse range of wildlife.
A major highlight of Dinokeng is the opportunity to see free-roaming lion, cheetah, buffalo, rhino (white and black) and elephant, a remarkable feat given that these animals have not roamed the Tshwane Metro for over a century. In addition to these iconic species, visitors can spot hyenas, giraffe, leopard and all other plains game.
The reserve offers various accommodations, from game lodges to farm stays, bush camps, and chalets, ensuring a comfortable and immersive experience. Visitors can enjoy day and night game drives, sunset boat cruises, guided bush walks, bush lunch picnics, bass fishing, and thrilling game viewing.
A key aspect of the reserve’s operation is the collaboration between private landowners and the government. Landowners have integrated their properties into the reserve, benefiting from the tourism infrastructure funded by the government, which has led to the development of a variety of accommodations and activities.
To make the most of a visit, it is recommended to book a game drive in advance, as they tend to fill up quickly, and self-driving is not permitted within the reserve. This combination of accessible luxury and pristine wilderness makes Dinokeng a standout destination for wildlife enthusiasts.
* Magaliesberg Canopy Tour
* Hot Air Ballooning in the Magaliesberg
* Shepherd's Fold Stables
* The Landing Coffee Shop
* Wi Jump Trampoline Park
* The Art Farm Craft Yard Market
Conference facilities
Free parking
Outdoor Pool
BBQ / picnic area
Wi-Fi
Wifi Yes, public areas only
Location
Lodge 20, Pride of Africa Game Reserve, Dinokeng Game Reserve, 0400
How to get there
From O.R. Tambo International Airport
1. Head southeast on DropOff Zone Rd toward Pickup Zone Rd.
Continue onto O.R. Tambo Airport Rd, staying in the left lane.
Turn left onto To Freight Complex and Voortrekker Rd (follow signs).
Turn right at the intersection onto the R21 road (heading toward Pretoria).
Drive along R21 and N1
2. Continue along R21 for 32.9 km.
Use the left two lanes to take exit 134 for N1 N toward Polokwane.
Merge onto the N1 highway, driving for about 48.3 km.
Take exit 183 toward Boekenhoutkloof/Hammanskraal/R101.
Final Approach to Your Destination
3. Continue onto R734 for 350 meters, then turn left.
Continue for 10.7 km, then turn left onto Hammanskraal Rd.
Turn left after 1.7 km, then left again after 140 meters.
Keep turning left for another 2.0 km and turn left again after 450 meters.
Your destination will be on the right.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, daily servicing is provided on weekdays.
Yes, in the communal lounge area.
Yes, children of all ages are welcome.
* Weekends: arrival after 14h00, departure before 14h00.
* Weekdays: arrival after 14h00, departure before 10h00.
* No day visitors allowed.
* No noise allowed.
* Serviced during the week; no service over weekends.
* Dinokeng conservation fees are to be paid on exit from Dinokeng.
* Please get your key from Lisbeth at Isilwane (before 15h00) or at the security gate (after 15h00).
* After your visit, please lock up and drop your keys at the security gate.
No
No pets allowed
14:00 - 10:00
