Camp Ndlovu is situated in Welgevonden, a private game reserve in South Africa’s beautiful Waterberg district. This part of Limpopo province contains the majority of the Waterberg Biosphere – the first region in the north of the country to receive the UNESCO designation of a Biosphere Reserve. This unspoiled wilderness has produced exceptional archaeological discoveries that date back to the Stone Age and as far as the origin of humankind.

In the present day, however, Camp Ndlovu is located only a 2-hour drive from Johannesburg and offers guests an exclusive opportunity to enjoy spectacular game viewing in ancient natural beauty: this unchanged landscape is home to the Big 5 and other unusual wildlife like honey badgers, aardvark, cheetah and brown hyena (the rarest species of hyena). Welgevonden is also a bird-watching paradise, with more than 300 recorded species.

Camp Ndlovu is designed to accommodate only a select number of guests in five luxury private suites. Ideal for couples or honeymooners looking for an intimate and private holiday, it also offers families the option of enjoying a safari in a malaria-free region. The Waterberg is a great option for travelers returning to South Africa who want to explore a different area of the country.

The heavily restricted number of vehicles within the reserve means that you can enjoy the thrill of getting truly close to wildlife, far away from the crowds. After an adventurous game drive or guided nature walk, de-stress with a holistic spa treatment in beautiful surroundings or an invigorating workout in the camp’s well-equipped gym. In the evening, as the sun sinks into the pink horizon, simply cozy up in front of the fireplace in the main lounge, or sink into one of the comfortable hanging loungers on the outside deck and watch the resident wildlife stroll by.

Highlights

• Situated alongside the Waterberg Biosphere, a UNESCO-designated biosphere reserve
• Accommodates only a select number of guests for supreme privacy
• A restricted number of vehicles allowed in Welgevonden Game Reserve
• Superb malaria-free game viewing in an ancient and alluring wilderness
• Enjoy the spa, gym, and fire pit between exciting game drives

Activities

• BIRD WATCHING
• DAY TOURS
• GAME DRIVES
• GUIDED WALKING SAFARIS
• NATURE DRIVES
• NIGHT DRIVES
• PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARIS
• SPA TREATMENTS
• STAR GAZING

'Camp Ndlovu is located in the exclusive malaria-free Welgevonden Game Reserve and uniquely combines traditional and contemporary safari styles. The intimate lodge has many spaces to enjoy the exceptional Big 5 game viewing, as well as the diverse landscapes of your surroundings.'

Rooms

Suite

The camp’s five luxury suites are spacious and designed for absolute comfort and privacy. Elegantly decorated with contemporary furniture, and offers guests amenities like complimentary Wi-fi, mini-bars, air conditioning, and lounge areas with gas fireplaces. Enjoy a dip in your private plunge pool before sinking into a sun lounger on your wooden deck. All suites have private outdoor showers and bathtubs, bringing you that much closer to the African wilderness.

Other room types

Family Suite

Camp Ndlovu is equipped with one family suite, which can incorporate another suite as an interleading room for children.

Facilities

The camp’s main lounge and bar area extends into a spacious outdoor deck that looks out over a shady streamlet. An inviting pool is built into the deck, as well as an intimate fire pit – a great place to share your stories of the day’s wildlife experiences. The deck also provides a comfortable and romantic setting for dining, especially after sunset.

Ndlovu’s gym offers active guests the option of burning off some calories, and the terrific spa is the ideal place to unwind and bask in an indulging treatment.

Take some souvenirs of Africa back home with you from the camp’s gift shop.

Dining

The restaurant at Camp Ndlovu provides an African culinary experience from seasonal menus. Guests have the option to dine on demand, indoors or outdoors, as well as in a traditional boma.