Reviews & Comments

Showing 14 reviews (ordered by date of stay, most recent appearing first).

Verified reviewexcellent

I recently stayed at Buffalo Thorn, and it was nothing short of incredible. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warm hospitality and attention to detail that made our stay extra special. The lodge itself is beautifully designed, offering a seamless blend of luxury and nature. Our accommodations were spacious, comfortable, and impeccably clean, with stunning views of the surrounding wilderness. The private deck was a perfect place to unwind while watching the wildlife roam nearby.

September 2024

Martin N. (Vereeniging)

Verified reviewexcellent

Exceeded expectations. Friendly and helpful personnel.

March 2024

Christina O. (Pretoria)

Verified reviewexcellent

Woke up to a bush buck on our veranda. An overnight stay on way from Botswana to Jo'burg. The staff delivered a beautiful tasty dinner to us which we ate watching eland drinking at the waterhole in front of our chalet. Excellent chalet and facilities. Thoroughly recommend.

October 2023

Steve J. (Autralia)

Verified reviewexcellent

Very comfortable and well appointed rooms. In the country, which is what we were looking for, only 20km from Groblersbrug border post, as an overnight stop before heading into Botswana.

August 2023

Alison L. (Bronkhorstspruit)

Verified reviewexcellent

Our stay at the retreat was excellent. So quiet and relaxing. Simply the best to just sit and listen to the birds, watch the beauty God created and view the game coming to the waterhole mostly early to late evening. Take a refreshing swim or just laze around in the pool. Most of my time was spent just sitting in silence enjoying nature. I would definitely recommended Buffalo Thorn Safari Lodge for an escape from the nosiy city life.

December 2022

Nicole O. (Heidelberg)

Verified reviewexcellent

Wow what a great place. We had thew time of our lives honestly I did not expect to wake up to eland in my back yard every single morning. The staff was helpful as well, Anne was very quick to respond to any queries we had. Despite the effects of load shedding on the water and general lighting we will be back. It's a great escape from the city.

September 2022

Mosa Mabohlale T. (Johannesburg)

Verified reviewgood

The accommodation was clean. Perfect place to unwind and clear your mind.

December 2020

Debbie M. (Pretoria)

Verified reviewexcellent

Very luxurious but affordable

December 2020

Unami S. (Joburg)

Verified reviewexcellent

Wow! What an awesome lodge! The facilities, our house we stayed in was magnificent! We will be returning soon! We could not stop speaking about how wonderful our holiday was! We wanted to stay longer!!! Thank you to the friendly staff! For sure 4 star!! Thank you guys! We LOVED IT!!

October 2020

Tania H. (Pretoria)

Verified reviewvery good

Was lovely to have a place to stay that is pet friendly and clean and had everything we needed Will definitely stay over again

February 2020

Carina T. (Makalamabedi Botswana)

Verified reviewexcellent

This is a fantastic place - overnight stay but get there earlyish so you can appreciate the set up and enjoy a sundowner while watching the game coming to drink and eat. We highly recommend this wonderful lodge.

August 2019

Gerald Hayter (Harare)

Verified reviewexcellent

wow what a treat, great hospitality, exceptionally neat, 5 star stay we had , staff very friendly, we were very impressed classy chalets, and for that we are intending to come back in September to celebrate our birthdays by the retreat area (very splendid indeed), Milton AND Willard took us for a tour which was highly appreciated, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

April 2019

priscilla mannya (mondeor)

Verified reviewvery good

Loved the scenery, and the chalet was very nice and cosy. Would have liked the kitchen a bit cleaner but over all, it was a great weekend.

August 2018

Ruan Van Tonder (Lephalale)

Verified reviewexcellent

This must be the best kept secret in this area and definitely the best overnight accommodation we have ever stayed at. Would love to bring the extended family for a family gathering. Will definitely recommend to all I know.

April 2013

Magna Malan (Randburg)

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