Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 68 reviews.
Sam
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
“The safari experience of a lifetime”
+This lodge gave us the safari experience of a lifetime. The setting is stunning and you feel properly immersed in the bush. The hospitality of the staff was second to none. We were well fed and the quality of the food was also amazing. Our safari guide Justafa was a step above. All in all, a perfect stay.
−Nothing. Perfection!
Ntlhoro
South Africa · Solo · August 2026
+Everything
−My stay was short
Sam
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2026
“Amazing place great staff/family that run the lodge”
+Amazing place, you know it’s good when your gutted to be leaving , the perfect safari experience you create a bond with the family that run the lodge they treat you like royalty and go above and beyond all your needs , Stephen the game driver makes the whole experience even better he’s love for the animals in the bush and enthusiasm for the drives really gives you the safari experience you pay the money for
−Nothing
Mapula
South Africa · Solo · July 2026
+The staff treated us so good and the food was good as well
−Just one of the guest travelling alone she was extremely rude to the staff talked to them like they were kids and she really made us uncomfortable as other guest because the staff was really going above and beyond for us to enjoy and if I can advise she needs to be banned from the lodges as she seems to be hoping from one lodge to the other from Welgevonden reserve and nothing satisfied her.
CoenraadE
Qatar · Solo · July 2026
“It feels like a scam”
+The toiletries were very nice. The room was nice. The bush and game we saw
−The "All Inclusive" items were not explained on checking in and the first time we saw a menu was when we checked out and had to pay for items we didn't know was not included. The game driver was the worst we've ever had. Could hardly get a word out of him. Felt like he was just driving us around as a favour to someone. Another guest summed it up perfectly. It's like the guy who takes you to the airport. Spent almost an hour looking at a cheetah behind a bush under a tree that you could barely see with binoculars. 6 other game vehicles came and went but we had to sit there. I'm sure we would have seen much more by driving around. Had to ask him to move forward at almost every sighting as he parked with himself having a nice view not so much for the rest of us in the back. The game drive only included 2 drinks which is not mentioned anywhere. Was never enough drinks for all the people on the drive. The plunger coffee was terrible and full of floating ground. We're on a game drive not charting the unknown like pioneers needing a cowboy brew. Breakfast. No fresh juice like apple or orange in sight just a nondescript pale mixed fruit concoction. Same colour as the jar of jam. Seemed as
Mackintosh
South Africa · Couple · April 2026
“A mini honeymoon we will never forget. Magical.”
+Our stay was truly unforgettable! From the delicious food, drinks, beautiful rooms to the kindest staff! We had the best game drives with Steven. What a magical place and great value for money.
−Nothing! It was magical.
Alwyn
South Africa · Solo · April 2026
+Steven is the crown jewel of this wonderful establishment. He is the first face you see on arrival and he sets the standard for the entire experience. You can tell the guides from the other lodges also respects him tremendously. He is so in tune with the animals and it shows in the exceptional sightings we had.
−No criticism, everything was prepared on exactly the right level.
Angus
South Africa · Couple · March 2026
“Great lodge, good value for money and super game drives”
+Welgevonden is a special gem, a very different type of game reserve. Tshwene lodge was a lovely place to stay and the game drives were the highlight. Everyone in these reviews mentions Steven, and he is extremely knowledgable and experienced. He managed all situations calmly and ensured that the guests were safe and had good experiences. The lodge staff were very friendly, and the rooms were spotless
−The furniture is a bit dated, and the dinner was probably a bit over-cooked. Breakfast was lovely. The house wine was below average.
Dumisani
South Africa · Couple · January 2026
+The driver Mr. STEPHEN provided the most extraordinary perfect service ever and the Chef the food was perfect and the bar tender Ezzi the ladies supporting and the gentlemen Lauren's we happy.
−Game drive and hospitality in the lodge
Roshuma
South Africa · Couple · December 2025
“A good option for a secluded getaway.”
+Small and intimate setting perfect for escaping to the bush and unwinding.
−The food was disappointing, it was home style cooking and not the culinary experience you would expect from a Rare Earth property.