Welgevonden Game Reserve

Clifftop Exclusive Safari Hideaway

Q: How much does it cost to stay at Clifftop Lodge?

Stays at Clifftop Lodge start from around US$610 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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Clifftop Lodge

About Clifftop Exclusive Safari Hideaway

Five-star thatched hideaway in a Big Five bushveld setting

Perched on the tip of a dramatic gorge, Clifftop Exclusive Safari Hideaway overlooks the Sterkstroom River and the rugged bushveld of the 38,000-hectare, malaria-free Welgevonden Private Game Reserve. There are just eight private suites at the lodge, all designed in a style that combines glamour with eco-friendliness. The setting and facilities are first-class, as is the wildlife – see the Big Five, giraffes swaying up the cliffs in search of juicy leaves, rhino taking a mud bath, and plenty of birds. The cuisine is unsurpassable, the rim-flow pool a welcome sight after a hot safari, and atmosphere tranquil and relaxed.

Welgevonden Game Reserve , South Africa

From $610 per person/per night

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Property details

The property

The main lodge features a large lounge with a fireplace, and a deck complete with hanging chairs, an outdoor fireplace and dramatic views over the edge of the ancient cliff. Delicious meals are served in the lodge's welcoming dining room which also has an outdoor dining deck. There is an infinity swimming pool with sweeping views, a reception area and conference facilities as well as a well-stocked library with Internet facilities for those wanting to catch up on e-mails.

The rooms

Eight stunning air-conditioned guestrooms, each positioned for privacy, offer wonderful views of the valley and mountains beyond. Each suite has a private plunge pool and viewing deck from where wildlife can be seen below. The rooms are luxurious and spacious, and have a large bathroom with a stone bath, indoor and outdoor shower, and fully stocked minibar. All are decorated in Clifftop’s signature silver, grey and white colours, and created using natural materials throughout.

Activities

Game viewing at the lodge is in open vehicles and offers travelers the opportunity of viewing the resident fauna and flora. The reserve is also a haven for birding enthusiasts, with its 280-odd species including the blue crane. Bush walks with a trained guide are also available. Night drives offer some of the best game viewing as the predators come out to hunt. At the lodge, guests can relax on their private viewing decks or in the sparkling plunge pools.

Plan your stay

How to book Clifftop Lodge

How do I book Clifftop Lodge?

Clifftop Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made South Africa trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended South Africa trips featuring Clifftop Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our South Africa specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Clifftop Lodge?

Stays at Clifftop Lodge start from around $610 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

South Africa

Welgevonden Game Reserve

Malaria-free Big Five safaris within an easy hop from Johannesburg's bright lights