Ivory Tree Game Lodge

This was a wonderful lodge! Came back for the second time and loved it! The food is great! Service fantastic! We saw lots of animals! The guide we had was just super!!!!

This is the most luxurious game lodge I have stayed in, the bedroom, the restaurant and the pool area were all wonderful. The game drives were well organised and the rangers passionate and knowledgeable about the animals and the bush. I also got to see a leopard for the first time, my one missing animal from the Big 5. The lodge was a bit further from Jo'Burg than I was expecting and the transfer arrangements were problematic. I asked the hotel for help with my transfer and they suggested 'buche', which I booked and paid a deposit for. I had trusted their advice but then check for reviews and when I could find none I asked the company for testimonials from other clients. When they could not provide any and in light of my safety I cancelled and asked for a full refund and booked another company, Just Transfers, who were excellent. I am still waiting for my refund 4 months later. They have offered 50% of the deposit back but I would like 100% as I don't think what I asked for was unreasonable for my own peace of mind. Disappointing stuff from a hotel that positions itself as a luxury resort.

Whilst South Africa may not get the praise for safaris that other African countries may get don’t discount the Ivory Tree Lodge, just a 2.75 hours drive from Johannesburg which offers unparalleled game drives, stunning accommodations and food, all matched with exemplary levels of service. We enjoyed a five night stay here inclusive of daily game drives. It can be a bit of a ‘workout’ if you want to exploit all the drives which are often 3.5hrs per drive and operate twice daily. The first drive leaves before sunrise at 5.30am and the second leaves at 4.30pm. You may enjoy both, one or none depending on your preferred itinerary. We thoroughly enjoyed our two drives each day undertaken by our driver, Gold. Gold has incredible knowledge of the park, animals, flora & fauna and educates you in an informative and fun way. We saw all the BIG 5 during our stay along with hundreds more! Special appreciation go out to all the hotel team for genuine levels of exemplary hospitality, particularly Rosemary who was instrumental in organizing my partners big birthday during our stay along with Aaron, Joyce & Emma in catering to our exact needs. The accommodation is of a high standard with all creature comforts accounted for. The food offered from breakfast to dinner was excellent. We look forward to our return visit.

This is a beautiful lodge with stunning bedrooms, outside shower, bath and veranda. The staff were very cheerful and helpful. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Our young guide Kelvin was incredibly knowledgable about the animals and birds. He was enthusiastic and very respectful towards the animals. A truly exceptional experience.

The staff at Ivory Lodge are outstanding - professional and efficient but also very friendly. Our game ranger was extremely knowledgeable and clealry loved the animals - he made the experience even more enjoyable. It was a magical stay in a beautiful place.

Great staff. Friendly. Greeted by drumming and warm washcloths when returning from safari. Excellent food!! Very Comfortable beds. Sherry, coffee, tea in the room. Beautiful setting. Privacy porch. The Outdoor shower was the best part!