Chisomo Bush Lodge is a 4-star safari lodge, located in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve in South Africa's Limpopo Province. It is approximately a 4.5 hours drive away from Johannesburg and roughly an hour from the Hoedspruit airport. Guests are accommodated in luxuriously appointed safari tents overlooking a riverbed and are well looked after by the staff, with warm hospitality and tasty pan-African cuisine.

Chisomo Guests enjoy early morning and late afternoon safaris in open 4×4 safari vehicles conducted by experienced guides and trackers. During the day, guests can relax at the pool or retire to one of the beautifully decorated lounges.

Situated under the shade of towering Tamboti and Apple Leaf Jackalberry trees, this safari camp features 13 luxuriously decorated tented suites, three twin tents and ten double tents, draped in white linen. Built on stilts, overlooking the magnificent view of the Makuta River, guests often have the opportunity to see the Big 5 from their decks.

Tent features:

• En-suite bathroom
• Complimentary toiletries
• Viewing deck
• Standing fan
• Heater fan for winter
• Writing desk
• Hairdryer
• Tea/coffee making facilities
• Mini-bar.

Facilities

• Restaurant
• bar
• outdoor swimming pools
• lounge
• open-air boma
• parking
• meeting facilities
• business centre
• satellite TV

Services

• Babysitting
• Concierge
• Airport transfers
• Laundry services
• Room service.

Conferences

Conferencing facilities are offered at the sister property, Shiduli Private Game Bush Lodge, approximately 16 minutes from the camp. The Conference Center is the perfect venue for leaving the constraints of the office behind.

Catering for up to 42 delegates, this facility provides notepads, internet facilities, sweets, water and cordials. Brainstorming, strategic sessions and team building against the backdrop of the Bush makes this a perfect choice for creative thinking. Packages can be tailor-made to complement your specific requirements and can include several activities such as bush walks, animal tracking and various other activities are on offer.

Activities

Traversing over the 9000 hectares of the African bushveld, Chisomo is home to the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Rhino, and Elephant) as well as a wealth of other creatures. The open safari vehicles are perfect for wildlife viewing, letting one feel close to nature, and the wildlife encountered.

The magnificent wildlife viewing makes for excellent photographic opportunities, enjoy the view of the Lowveld from a koppie amid the lush vegetation, huge variety of trees and over 365 different bird species. Safari drives are conducted by qualified game rangers and Shangaan trackers, who share their vast experience of the African Bush and a chance to view Cheetah on foot.

Activities:

• Safari drives (early morning and late afternoon)
• Walking safaris
• Game viewing from the deck
• Bird watching.

Nearby Attractions

Guests who wish to explore the surrounding area of the lodge have several choices which include a visit to the famous Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center, the Moholoholo Rehabilitation Center as well as the magnificent Blyde River Canyon.

Nearby attractions:

• Kruger National Park
• Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center
• Moholoholo Rehabilitation Center
• Orphanage
• Blyde River Canyon