Welcome To Ravineside Lodge, Waterberg, Limpopo Province
Under the extending shadow of Entabeni Rock, you will find open grasslands surrounded by majestic mountains, natural rock formations and verdant bush. There is an abundance of waterfalls, springs, crystal clear mountain pools and streams. Entabeni offers not only guided walks and game drives but also bush picnics and dinners enjoyed in magical surroundings and bush venues, especially at Boekenhout and the breathtaking Hanglip view point.
Ravineside Lodge comprises tranquil thatched wooden lodges on stilts with birds eye-views. Each lodge has 3 or 4 luxury en suite bedrooms with an African ethnic theme. A private open-plan lounge and bar area extends to the open sundecks. From here the guests can indulge in bird and game watching and experience the beauty of the ravine with the rippling sound of water far down in the valley.
Enjoy dinners by candlelight in our popular Serengeti Restaurant that offers international cuisine, or relax under the Wild Fig at the pool and boma overlooking the grass plains nearby, which always offer superb game viewing. Ravineside Lodge has undeniable appeal and a character of its own.
Accommodation
Ravineside Lodge comprises tranquil thatched wooden lodges on stilts with bird's-eye views. Each lodge has 3 or 4 luxury en suite bedrooms with an African ethnic theme.
A private open-plan lounge and bar area extends to the open sundecks. From here the guests can indulge in bird and game watching and experience the beauty of the ravine with the rippling sound of water far down in the valley.
Relax under the Wild Fig at the pool and boma overlooking the grass plains nearby, which always offer superb game viewing. Ravineside Lodge has undeniable appeal and a character of its own.
Dining
Ravineside caters for all. However, more emphasis is placed on traditional Southern African cuisine with dishes ranging from Cape Malay to Pioneer cooking methods accompanied by fresh garden produce and traditional rural African dishes married with European style.
Meals are not restricted to the restaurant as Ravineside also has the beautiful "Serengeti plain" at its front door. On warmer sunny days, meals are served in the garden overlooking the plain and the animals. These meals range from specialised buffets to plated meals, all prepared to perfection.
Boma dinners include the more traditional "potjies" and barbeques so well loved in South Africa. The chef prepares the meal in full view of the guests for that added feeling of personalised service and participation in the event. Because of Entabeni's superb geography a variety of outside venues are available to complement that special meal. These venues are available on request or are often used as a surprise for the guests. Dining at one of these locations enhances the guests already enjoyable stay at Entabeni Game Reserve.
Mammals: Marakele is home to most of the large mammals synonymous with the African bush, including elephant, black and white rhino, buffalo, leopard and cheetah. Large Predators such as cheetah, wild dog, brown hyena, leopard and now also lion, occur in the park.
Birds: Arguably the Park’s biggest birding attraction is the largest colony of Cape Vultures in the world (around 800 breeding pairs). However the park is also appealing to birders as it falls within the transition zone between the dry western regions and the moister eastern regions of the country. Read More
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Pilanesberg Game Reserve Explore the nearby Pilanesberg Game Reserve - in an ancient volcanic crater "The Volcano that gave birth to a game reserve" Read More
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• Entrance from 7:30am to 4:00pm
• In summer gates close at 6:00pm
• In winter gates close at 5:00pm
Handy Hints
Remember to bring a camera, binoculars, bird and wildlife reference books, a hat and sunscreen lotion. Take along medicines such as anti-histamine and lotion for insect stings and bites. Cool clothing for summer and warm for winter are advised as the region is subject to sudden weather changes, particularly in the mountains. Remember charcoal or wood as this is not available in the park. Visitors should also remember to take a torch along as the camp has no illumination at night.
Office hours
• 7:30am - 5:00pm – 1 May to 31 August
• 7:30am - 6:00pm – 1 September to 30 April
Wheelchair Access
Marakele is a wilderness area with limited tourism facilities for everyone. Much of the park requires a 4x4 vehicle. The safari tent camp has 10 units, one of which is accessible to people in wheelchairs, equipped with an access ramp and adapted ablution facilities (roll-in shower). No accessible facilities are available at the Bush Camp. The new reception block comprises of a unisex ablution block for the use of people with mobility impairment. One of the 3 circles at the camping sites is also equipped with access facilities.
This website is not affiliated, associated or connected in any way with The Welgevonden Game Reserve nor the Welgevonden Landowners Association. Its purpose is to provide great accommodation deals, news, information and opinion on the Welgevonden Game Reserve.
Mammals: Marakele is home to most of the large mammals synonymous with the African bush, including elephant, black and white rhino, buffalo, leopard and cheetah. Large Predators such as cheetah, wild dog, brown hyena, leopard and now also lion, occur in the park.
Madikwe Game Reserve 
Pilanesberg Game Reserve 
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