Mbazo Safari Lodge

Accommodation Description

Mbazo Safari Lodge offers a luxurious and exclusive safari experience within the Black Rhino Game Reserve, an unfenced section of Pilanesberg National Park. The lodge features five beautifully designed suites, each blending contemporary comfort with the natural surroundings. Every suite includes a king-sized bed, en suite bathroom with both indoor and outdoor showers, and a freestanding bath for ultimate relaxation. A shaded veranda overlooks the bushveld, creating the perfect setting to enjoy the surrounding wildlife. The lodge is fully solar-powered, combining luxury with sustainable living. Guests enjoy a full-board stay with all meals, local beverages, and two guided game drives daily. The intimate scale of the lodge ensures a highly personalised experience, with warm, attentive service and exceptional cuisine that highlights local flavours. One of the suites features a separate children’s room, making the lodge suitable for families as well as couples.

Setting Description

Located within the private Black Rhino Game Reserve in the malaria-free Pilanesberg area, Mbazo Safari Lodge sits among the rolling hills and ancient volcanic landscape of one of South Africa’s most unique wilderness areas. The reserve forms part of the greater Pilanesberg ecosystem, allowing free movement of wildlife, including the Big Five. Mbazo offers an unmatched sense of privacy and exclusivity, surrounded by acacia woodland, open savannah and rich birdlife. Guests can watch elephants at the waterhole from the lodge deck or unwind by the pool as giraffes wander nearby. Activities include twice-daily guided game drives, bush walks, and wellness experiences. With its strong eco-focus, Mbazo runs primarily on solar energy and promotes minimal environmental impact. The location is just a short drive from Johannesburg, which makes it ideal for a luxury safari escape without long travel distances.

What We Love

-Intimate, boutique lodge with only five suites for a highly personalized stay

-Exceptional Big Five viewing in a private, malaria-free reserve

-Eco-conscious lodge powered by solar energy

-Spacious suites with outdoor showers and private verandas

-Warm, attentive staff and outstanding dining experience

See also: Dzombo Camp