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Ivory Tree Game Lodge

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Restaurants

Dining at Ivory Tree Game Lodge

The guest areas at the Ivory Tree Game Lodge have been planned to ensure a smooth flow and comfortable, relaxing areas. The central areas include two lounges, a bar and cocktail lounge, a multi-tiered dining room and open-air boma.

Spa

Spa Facilities

The exclusive Amani Spa at the five-star Ivory Tree Lodge, Pilanesberg, is a place of peace and tranquillity.  Surrounded by nature, this spa is the ultimate escape for pure self-indulgence.  Guests are invited to discover a little magic from Mother Nature blending ancient wisdom and treasures of the rich African soil with modern technology.

The lodge provides a unique spa product brand, Africology, which is from the purest of ingredients, free from artificial preservatives, colouring and fragrances.  Guests may enjoy the pampering and relax of the Holistic Body, Skin & Beauty Rituals, designed to bring balance and harmony to the body.
 

Activities, Sports & Leisure

Spa treatments

The exclusive Amani Spa at the five-star Ivory Tree Game Lodge, Pilanesberg, is a place of peace and tranquility.  Surrounded by nature, this spa is the ultimate escape for pure self-indulgence.  Guests are invited to discover a little magic from Mother Nature blending ancient wisdom and treasures of the rich African soil with modern technology.

The lodge provides a unique spa product brand, Africology, which is from the purest of ingredients, free from artificial preservatives, coloring and fragrances.  Guests may enjoy the pampering and relaxing of the Holistic Body, Skin & Beauty Rituals, designed to bring balance and harmony to the body.
 

Game drives

The main activity at the Ivory Tree Game Lodge are the thrilling open vehicle safaris which provide guests with a genuinely exciting and rare bushveld experience.

Unlike most national park game drives, the game drives available at the Ivory Tree Game Lodge are conducted in custom-built ten seater vehicles. Guests are allocated a dedicated ranger for the duration of their stay, ensuring that they enjoy a full game viewing opportunity, the emphasis being on big game. Game drive times are determined by maximum animal activity periods and would be adjusted seasonally, for example, during the summer months the game drives take place early in the morning (before breakfast) and late in the afternoon.  During the winter months, game drives depart later in the morning (after breakfast) and earlier in the evening.

The game drives in open vehicles at the Pilanesberg National Park in South Africa provide an unforgettable experience.  The Ivory Tree Game Lodges utilizes custom built ten seater open game viewers which permit maximum all-around visibility. The Pilanesberg National Park is home to a wide variety of general game including the 'Big 5', also, both species of rhino occur, namely the black and the white rhino, as well as cheetah and wild dog.

Pilanesberg National Park falls within a crossover or transition zone, and this is where bushveld meets the edge of the Kalahari. For this reason, the diversity of wildlife is greater than most other areas as animals endemic to both regions overlap at this point.

Quad biking

Guests will go on an escorted route which passes through a community before proceeding through the neighboring village. From here the quad bike track rises into the rolling hills that surround the Pilanesberg before returning to the lodge by way of a service gate ensuring that resident guests are not disturbed.

Bird watching

The bird life diversity in the Pilanesberg National Park is extraordinary. While some birds are migrants, many are permanent inhabitants. Their food sources vary with some eating carrion or live prey while others eat seeds, fruit or tiny water organisms.

The Pilanesberg National Park is one of the best places for birding in South Africa. Over 350 species have been recorded in this national park located in the North West province and a birder could record up to 100 species in winter and plenty more in summer including both migrant and permanent species.

The transition zone between the dry Kalahari and the wetter Lowveld region in this region of South Africa brings with it a unique mix of birds with Red-eyed Bulbus co-habiting with Black-eyed Bulbuls . Many other such fascinating habitations are visible throughout the game reserve, but it isn't limited to only bird species but also to other animals and plants.
 

Elephant Back Safaris

Elephant Back Safari: An Age Old Concept - An Unforgettable Adventure

Pick up from the Gametrackers Outdoor Adventures desk located at the Welcome Centre. Transfer to "The Elephant Wallow" will be approximately 20 minutes through the Letsatsing Game Reserve giving guests an opportunity to view game along the way.

On arrival, welcome drinks are served, and guests have an introductory talk and introduced to the elephants and their handlers.

After approximately an hour on an elephant, back guests return to "The Elephant Wallow" for light snacks. Guests are returned to the Welcome Centre, Sun City.

  •     Duration: approximately 2-3 hours
  •     Maximum 10 people – children under 5 years can unfortunately not participate
  •     Pick up and drop off is the Welcome Centre at the Sun City Resort

Sunrise Elephant Back Safari

  • Pick Up: 06.00 AM summer 1 Sept – 30 April
  • Pick Up: 08.00 AM winter 1 May – 31 August


Mid Morning Elephant Back Safari

  • Pick Up: 08.00 AM summer 1 Sept – 30 April
  • Pick Up: 10.00 AM winter 1 May – 31 August


Sunset Elephant Back Safari

  • Pick Up: 15.30 summer 1 Sept – 30 April
  • Pick Up: 15.30 winter 1 May – 31 August
     
Hot Air Balloon Safari

The Hot Air Balloon Safaris are offered every morning, depending on the weather and number of passengers.  Guest are collected at their hotel or game lodge and are taken to the park to meet with the balloon crew.

The flight is approximately an hour in duration and on landing sparkling wine is served.  A leisurely game drive is then taken through the park to a game lodge where guests will have breakfast then they will be returned back to the Ivory Tree Game Lodge.

  •     Duration: 1hr flight, +/- 4 hrs in total
  •     Booking is essential
  •     a minimum number of guests are required to conduct a flight


Flights are early in the morning and you will need to allow some 4 hours for the full activity which includes the following:

  •     Early morning collection from your hotel by safari vehicle
  •     Launch of the balloon from the centre of Pilanesberg National Park
  •     An hour drifting serenely over the Park
  •     A sparkling wine celebration on landing, a time-honoured tradition in ballooning
  •     A Full English breakfast at a Game Lodge
  •     A First Flight certificate signed by your Pilot
  •     Return transfer to Ivory Tree Game Lodge


Terms and Conditions: Hot Air Balloon Safaris

  •     1-hour flight: Minimum 8 passengers / Maximum 60 pax (1 hour flight)
  •     30-minute flight: Minimum 20 / Maximum 120 pax (½ hour flight)
  •     Children under the age of 12 can unfortunately not participate
  •     Subject to availability of balloons
  •     Full prepayment is required before the trip takes place ( payment by either bank transfer or credit card )
     
visit to the Sun City Resort
  • Sun City Casino & Entertainment Centre
  • The Palace of the Lost City Hotel
  • Cascades Hotel
  • Sun City Hotel
  • Cabanas Hotel
  • Valley of Waves: water park
  • Health & Beauty Spa
  • Gary Player Golf Course
  • Lost City Golf Course
  • Bird Aviary
  • Farmyard animals
  • Kamp Kwena
Swimming

The Ivory Tree Game Lodge provides a lovely outdoor swimming pool to which guests can use.
 

Conferences & Events

Conference Venue

The conference venue at the Ivory Tree Game Lodge can accommodate a maximum of 80 business delegates if seated in classroom style.  The Ivory Tree Game Lodge offers the opportunity to involve guests in conservation issues such as the process of routine data gathering to determine condition and genetic mapping amongst other things.

Incentives at the Ivory Tree Game Lodge

The Lodge is within proximity to Johannesburg and the Sun City complex, the fact that the lodge features 60 double luxury suites ensures that most incentive groups can be accommodated.

While most guests enjoy the thrill of the open vehicle safaris, there are also some other activities such as 'The Amazing Race' which is without a doubt the most famous of the lodge's offerings.

  •     Entertainment in either the open-air boma or at the exclusive remote bush dinner site is an option and could include a marimba band, drumming, traditional dancers, etc.
  •     Spa Treatments are made possible through the partnership with Mangwanani; therapists convert one or more private lounge areas within the lodge environs into a haven of aromas and sensations
  •     Hot Air Ballooning: an experience which takes one's breath away when floating in the early morning air above the park
  •     Elephant back safari: an experience available at the Outdoor Adventure Centre adjacent to the Sun City Complex
  •     Activities including quad bike riding, clay pigeon shooting, archery are also offered at the Outdoor Adventure Centre adjacent to the Sun City Complex.
     

Services

Check in and Check Out Times
  • Check in: 0:00
  • Check out: 0:00
General Services
  • Airport transfers
  • Babysitting
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping service
  • Luggage storage
  • Massage treatments
  • Safari drives
  • Tours & Transfers on Request
  • Wake-up call
  • Wellness & Beauty treatments
Children Policy
    • Children ages 12 and younger can go on safari at the sole discretion of the manager or guide
    • Children under the age of 6 are not allowed on safari and, where possible, a kiddies safari will be arranged between normal safari times
    • Babysitting is available at an additional charge.
       
Children Activities
  • Children between the ages of 6 and 12 can go on the guided drives, which is based on the sole discretion of the game ranger.

    If children are denied a regular safari through the Pilanesberg National Park and subject to availability, the Ivory Tree Lodge will offer a kiddies Bush walk, which is a shortened safari concentrating on the little things in the bush and avoid encounters with the Big 5.
     

Available Rooms

Kosher Villa

Villa

Standard Room

# Rooms:
56

Decorated in a range of earthy tones ranging from terra cottas to dark blues, the 56 Standard Suites at the Ivory Tree Game Lodge, Pilanesberg, have been carefully chosen to ensure comfortable seating both indoors and outdoors.

The standard rooms have two twin beds and in a limited number of rooms provide a king size bed.  It is possible to add a third bed to the room in the case of a child wishing to share the room with parents.  

Standard Suite Amenities:

  •     Air conditioners which provide heating and cooling
  •     En-suite bathroom and outside shower
  •     Covered patio
  •     Tea and coffee making facilities
  •     Mini bar fridge.
     
Single Room R6260
Double Room R8360

Luxury Suites

# Rooms:
4

The five star Ivory Tree Game Lodge in the Pilanesberg National Park provides 4 Luxury Suites.

Luxury Suite amenities:

  • Air conditioners which provide heating and cooling
  • En-suite bathroom and outside shower
  • Covered patio
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Mini bar fridge
  • Private Plunge Pool
  • Lounge.
Single Room R11380
Double Room R11380

Family Suite

Single Room R12520
Double Room R12520

Executive Suite

Family Room

 

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GPS Co-Ordinates

Latitude: -25.186182

Longitude: 27.14455

Directions

The recommended route follows the N4 before turning north following Pilanesberg signs along the R556. Look out for the Bakgatla Gate signage and the third four-way stop proceed right (North). Continue to follow Bakgatla Gate and Ivory Tree Game Lodge indicators.

Directions from:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Kempton Park, Johannesburg, South Africa

1. Head northwest on Bonaero Dr toward Kenaero Ln 1.9 km
2. Take the 1st left toward Atlas Rd/R21 250 m
3. Take the 1st right toward Atlas Rd/R21 280 m
4. Take the 1st left onto Atlas Rd/R21 350 m
5. Take the ramp onto R21 32.9 km
6. Take exit 134 to merge onto Danie Joubert Fwy/N1 toward Polokwane
Partial toll road 22.5 km
7. Slight left at Platinum Hwy/N4 (signs for Rustenburg)
Partial toll road 63.7 km
8. Take the exit toward R556 550 m
9. Turn right at R556 (signs for Bapong) 50.9 km
10. Turn right at R510 22.4 km
11. Turn left at P53 4.4 km
12. Turn right at D550 600 m
13. Take the 1st left onto Tshwane Rd
Entering toll zone 10.2 km
14. Turn right at Tau 4.5 km
15. Turn right at Kgabo 4.7 km
16. Turn left at D550
Go through 1 roundabout
Destination will be on the right 200 m

Ivory Tree Game Lodge
Pilanesberg National Park, North-West Province, South Africa

Car Rental

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Parking

On site parking facilities are provided for guests.

Star Rating

5 Star

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