Ndlovu Safari Lodge

This was an absolutely epic experience from beginning to end. We were met by our amazing tracker Philamon by the gate at welgevonden national park and the amazing trips started already there. After a beautiful drive where we met rhinos , elephants and zebra close up to the car we were met by the most wonderful staff. Throughout the weekend we loved the friendly staff, beautiful food and breathtaking safaris. We can’t wait to get back! We saw 4 out of the big five close up and learned so much about wildlife, preservation, botany and history. The facilities were great with private pool, outdoor shower and bath tub, wonderful spa facilities and not to forget the baboons just above our heads when we had a night swim. We will never forget four amazing days and highly recommend this lodge.

Our stay at Ndlovu Safari Lodge was absolutely unforgettable! From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome. The lodge itself is stunning, with beautiful rooms and main area. The game drives were fantastic and our guide April was amazing. We truly felt at home and can’t wait to return!

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for the excellent experience from 3.1-7.1.2025. The rooms and public areas are a delight to all senses, not to mention the first-class service and catering. The game drives were flawless and we saw everything we wanted and a little more. The park's colorfulness and animals complemented our experience. South Africa and Welgewonden/Ndlovu safari lodge remained in our minds and hearts forever.

What can I say to describe our time at Ndlovu…. My mum and I came here after a long-held ambition to go on safari, and we couldn’t have picked a better place. Sanet and her incredible team were so helpful, hospitable and went above and beyond to make our stay special. The food was exquisite and the chefs came out every evening to make sure we’d enjoyed our meal, and the rangers (April and Phil) that took us out were incredible. They didn’t stop until we’d seen everything and taught us so much, not just about the animals but so much more. The view from the lodge looked out over the watering hole so even while in the pool or eating lunch you could see zebras, warthogs, monkeys and even an elephant or two. Thank you Sanet and your wonderful team for making us feel at home in the time we were with you, and making our first safari one we’ll never forget and felt quite emotional to leave. Truly magical, I can’t recommend enough!

Our second visit to Ndlovu, reminded us what a special place Welgevonden is.  The rooms here are stunning and have every amenity one could possibly want. The outdoor spaces in the suites and communal areas are wonderful, spacious and have fantastic views of the watering hole which attracts various wildlife day and night. The chefs, Nicolas and Jane, are an amazing asset, as the food is truly top class. Philemon was an expert guide and provided us some great wildlife sightings. The new touches in the rooms & gym were thoughtful additions. We felt the waiting staff on our previous trip were of a higher standard in their attention to detail and service level.  This lodge has changed ownership recently and whilst it was good to briefly meet the owners we felt their constant presence of living onsite and utilising the facilities made for a slightly awkward atmosphere as a guest, and for the staff too. It felt a little like their private Lodge which happened to have some extra guests staying.  I hope in time the owners allow the highly experienced manager, Sanet, the bandwidth to do her job and not detract from a truly fantastic experience.