Lodge of the Week - Shibula Lodge and Bush Spa

Relax and Unwind!

Shibula is a classic and elegant five star lodge in the famous Welgevonden reserve situated in an area of rolling hills and plains in the Waterberg mountain range. The lodge is well managed, has a friendly and homely atmosphere with a particular focus on the guest contentment. The rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated. Each of the rooms is different in terms of layout and décor. Rooms have their own private pool or jacuzzi. The food is excellent with unique and distinctive meals prepared daily. Shibula has an excellent health spa facility where guests can choose a variety of different beauty therapies on offer however this is at an additional cost.

Shibula is situated in the prestigious Welgevonden Private Game Reserve some 3 hours from Johannesburg. The reserve is well managed and the Waterberg is a malaria free area. Although one can view the big five and most other general game synonymous with the African bush, the emphasis at Shibula is on relaxation. Game drives are generally shorter (2.5 – 3 hours) than in other lodges so guests have longer periods of free time to do as they please in camp. The only issue with having shorter drives is that time only allows for excursions into the northern sector of the game reserve. That said the drives are led by enthusiastic guides who communicate well with the guests and spend time with the smaller creatures often ignored when searching for big game. The Welgevonden Game Reserve has an amazing variety of topographical features and healthy numbers of large game. There is a fairly high density of lodges (one lodge per 500 hectares) on the reserve and so you often will pass a few vehicles on game drives. However back in camp you will feel a million miles away from the human world.

This is a perfect lodge for a short stay safari where guests are looking to unwind, be contented and relaxed whilst enjoying a good African nature experience.

RATINGS BREAKDOWN
Core Ratings:	Sun Rays
Lodge and Camp	7.8
Safari Experience	6.5
Service	8.2
Facilities	6.9
Unique Rating	5.3
Conservation	5.3
Social involvement	3.2
OVERALL RATING:	7.9

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