Experience world-class service at Tshukudu Bush Lodge
Tshukudu Bush Lodge, set in the malaria-free Pilansburg National Park, overlooks a waterhole and is home to Africa’s Big 5 game. It features a plunge pool and spa treatments can be arranged. Each luxury chalet has an open plan lounge with a fireplace, a fan and a private balcony. It comes equipped with a minibar and the private bathroom has a bath that overlooks the plains. Dining at the lodge can be enjoyed on the main deck, in the dining room or under the stars around the fire. Speciality boma barbecues are also available on request, prior to arrival. Trained and experienced field guides take guests out into the reserve in an open 4x4 vehicle twice a day including morning coffee and muffins and sundowner stops. A small library is available for those who would like to relax with a book. Sun City Resort, which includes sporting and recreational activities, can be found within 10.9 km. Pilanesberg International Airport is 24 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Roberta
United Kingdom“Absolutely everything it was the most incredible stay!! The staff, food, room, facilities and game drive was perfect. Everyone was so friendly and all of the people were lovely. This is the only lodge in the actual park so we saw animals every day...” - Michelle
South Africa“The information about the lodge was too modest. The food experience we had was outstanding! Totally unexpected from the information given. It wasn’t just a breakfast or a dinner, but a gourmet adventure of international standard!. Credit to the...” - Annie United Kingdom“What a fantastic place Tshukudu Bush Lodge is. From start to finish we had the most amazing time. The staff were brilliant - they looked after us beautifully - nothing was too much trouble. Delicious breakfast and dinner with outstanding service...”
Phil United Kingdom“This is an exceptional lodge in an amazing environment. My wife and I had been on safari many years ago in the Masai Mara and yet Pilanesberg while different was just as rewarding. There were two organised safaris each day and each and every one...”- Zoe United Kingdom“Tshukudu has to be seen to be believed. It is phenomenal. I have safari’d all over Africa, and I have never come across a place as special as this. Please do not change a thing. It really is a rare gem to find a lodge so luxurious, but pure in its...”
- Lilly
Peru“Beautiful bedrooms overlooking the watering hole. Giant bath tubs, huge beds, cosy fires. Delicious food and drink. Most amazing, kind staff.” - Ian United Kingdom“A jewel of a lodge - situated in its own private area of the Pilanesburg National Park. Exclusive with fantastic staff, excellent and knowledgable field guides and only 10 rooms which make it extra special! Everything is custom to your needs and...”
- Léa
France“We had the most amazing time. The view and accommodations are breathtaking. Our wonderful guide had some much knowledge; we were out on dive for hours and loved every minute of it, he went above and beyond to ensure we had the most wonderful stay.” 
Crichton United Kingdom“The whole atmosphere at the lodge was fantastic. Made to feel welcome the moment we arrived. All the staff were amazing but a special thank you to our guide, JR, who was simply fantastic and nothing was too much trouble. His knowledge of the...”- Natalie
Germany“Sehr schöner Ausblick vom Balkon. Gemütliche Betten. Tolles Essen und toller Service. Es wurde an alles gedacht, sei es die Wärmflasche und Decke für die morgendlichen Game Drives oder die Wärmflasche im Bett nach dem Abendessen oder das...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceTraditional • Romantic
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that check-in takes place at 13:00 at Bakubung. There there is only 1 transfer a day from the main gate to Tshukudu Bush Lodge. The transfer leaves from the main gate at 13:30 daily.
Please note that children under the age of 12 years cannot be accommodated at this property.
Please note that there are approximately 132 steps to the lodge.
Please inform Tshukudu Bush Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
