Isilwane Buschkamp

We are approximately 50 km from Pretoria on the N1 North. We are part of phase one of the Dinokeng Big 5 Reserve, and situated on the privately owned Pride of Africa Game Reserve.

A variety of game can be seen including eland, giraffe, blue wildebeest, zebra, tsessebe, red hartebeest, brown hyena, impala, jackal, kudu, steenbuck, waterbuck and warthog. As well as leopard, lion, elephant and rhino. The variety of bird life to be spotted include the fish eagle. Buffalo and spotted hyena are expected to be introduced during 2012. We have traversing rights on 5500 hectares and are a malaria-free area.

The bush camp setup sleeps 16 guests. The camp is booked in its entirety for more than eight guests, and exclusivity and privacy is guaranteed at this secluded lodge. The communal areas include a lapa, a fire pit, braai facilities, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, a freezer, a stove, a dishwasher and a microwave oven, two toilets, a shower and a pool area. There is also a 16-seater dining room and conference facility with a spacious lounge. The three couches in the lounge can also be used for kids to sleep on. There is no smoking in buildings.

Game drives are available at reasonable rates. Breakfast, lunch and dinner can be booked through Isilwane at Mongena, approximately 4 km from Isilwane. Sunset or day cruises are offered on the 20 ha dam, approximately 3 km from Isilwane and can be booked through Isilwane. Airport transfers to and from Oliver Tambo International Airport are available on request. A tarred landing strip is also located approximately 7 km from the lodge.

Other attractions in the area include elephant safaris, hot air balloon safaris, horse riding, microlighting, fishing and boating at Rust de Winter Dam, and a casino at the Carousel.