Buffalo Thorn Lodge is an exclusive private, luxury safari lodge; a peaceful sanctuary nestled in the African bush yet one which holds all the excitement of big five game-viewing.
By road, the Lodge is about 2 hours from Johannesburg, in the heart of Black Rhino Game Reserve, within the Pilanesberg National Park. Only 30 kilometres from Sun City, it is in South Africa’s North West Province, a malaria free area.
Perfect for Families, groups and Friend Breakaways.
Buffalo Thorn definitely exceeded my expectations. I am from the States, but I’ve been living in SA for 8 years. I had a group of 9 people visiting from America and thought that Buffalo Thorn would be perfect for us. It definitely was! From the moment we arrived the staff went above and beyond to make sure our experience was incredible. The lodge is beautiful and has everything one could need. The outdoor showers were a big hit among our group!
Buffalo Thorne was amazing!! We came with a group of 9 friends and Everything about the experience was spectacular. The accommodations were beautiful and everyone was thrilled with the lodges. The common pool and hot tub area was awesome as well.
We had gotten married earlier this year in the states and were in South Africa celebrating with family and friends here. Nerina and Jacques were kind enough to leave us champagne and chocolates in our room which was such a special touch.
The game drives were spectacular. Jacques did a fantastic job and was so much fun. We can not speak highly enough about buffalo Thorne! Thank you Jacques and nerina!
We love all aspects of Christmas including tree decorating, shopping, wrapping of gifts and the delicious meals. Even though situated in a wild life reserve, we are close enough to…
Cliff and Trish Jackson – on behalf of the Owners Looking back at our 2018 Buffalo Thorn year, we have to agree that it has been eventful: filled with exciting…
We are as ever aware of the changing of seasons, not only in the natural, but also in our lives. This is such a time at Buffalo Thorn Lodge. It…
By: Brian Crail It was early Saturday as we left the Lodge on a beautiful January morning and eight of us, plus three young children, were looking forward to the…
Mabuso, a huge bull elephant, watched as the herd meandered, eating and exchanging soft rumbling signals while keeping their calves close. We were caught up for over an hour in…
From the moment we arrived, I knew we were in for an unreal experience. This place is absolutely beautiful, the staff is amazingly friendly and no stone is left unturned. We saw the big five in the first 48 hours and we saw a lion Just miss dining on a zebra, incredible! Do yourself a favor and go experience it. I promise you will not regret it. Thank you for the trip of a lifetime!!