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A Day to Remember

Posted on 6 Aug 20193 Oct 2019 by Buffalo Thorn Lodge
06
Aug

Saturday the 20th April was a memorable day indeed. Two of the wild dogs had been seen in the morning but had later disappeared into the Tambotie forest area. We left for our drive at 16:30 and made our way out down Thabo’s loop. Ruan from Lodge #2 called in the sighting of the wild…

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Christmas greeting from John and Babs

Posted on 18 Dec 20185 Sep 2019 by Buffalo Thorn Lodge
18
Dec

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 shops and towns to still feel the exciting build up for this time of the year, and can then escape back to the peace, quiet…

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Christmas Greetings

Posted on 18 Dec 20183 Oct 2019 by Buffalo Thorn Lodge
rhino,safari,game drive,big5,family,family break, animals,wildlife,selfcatering
18
Dec

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 successes; some challenges as well as the inevitable changes; not to mention the amazing sightings enjoyed by our fabulous guests! One highlight that is definitely…

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Change of Season

Posted on 1 Nov 20185 Sep 2019 by Buffalo Thorn Lodge
LODGE,SAFARI,BIG5,NEW MANAGEMENT,SELF CATERING
01
Nov

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 is with some degree of sadness that we are saying goodbye to Jacques and Nerina. We take this opportunity to thank them for their loyal…

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Compliments to Jacques…

Posted on 29 Oct 20185 Sep 2019 by Buffalo Thorn Lodge
Lodge,Big 5, Game Ranger, Tribute, Final Goodbyes, Safari Lodge, Self Catering, Lodge
29
Oct

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 game drive. The birds were singing, the sun was shining, and everyone was smiling. Less than half a kilometer from the gate, we came across…

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Imprinted in my mind and on my heart…

Posted on 29 Oct 20185 Sep 2019 by Buffalo Thorn Lodge
Elephant,Big5,Safari,Game Viewing, Sunset, Snacks,Family, Self Catering,
29
Oct

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 the almost silent sounds of this herd of more than twenty-five elephants. Over and over again, whispers of “wow”, “ooh” and “aah” came pouring out…

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Sanlam Top Destination Awards 2018…

Posted on 29 Oct 20185 Sep 2019 by Buffalo Thorn Lodge
Safari, Winner, Game Lodge, Self Catering, Family, Big 5
29
Oct

It was with great pleasure that I attended, on behalf of Buffalo Thorn Lodge, these prestigious awards at The Bay Hotel, Camps Bay in Cape Town. The ceremony was a momentous occasion, and far bigger than I expected. The event was attended by over 250 guests plus a few celebrities. We are so proud to…

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YOUR STORY COMPETITION

Posted on 16 Apr 20185 Sep 2019 by Buffalo Thorn Lodge
Self Catering, , Safari Lodge, Lodge, Competition, Big 5, Game Drive, Family
16
Apr

LAST CHANCE IN THIS COMPETITION! YOU HAVE A ONE IN SIX CHANCE OF WINNING TWO MIDWEEK NIGHTS AT THE LODGE! VALUE OF THE PRIZE IS OVER R 25 000!   Please share your Buffalo Thorn Lodge stories and photographs with us and, if your entry is chosen for our monthly newsletter, you will qualify for the…

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Home from Home

Posted on 3 Apr 20185 Sep 2019 by Buffalo Thorn Lodge
elephants, bath, mud bath, animal babies, elephant babies, safari, sunset, family
03
Apr

When we were invited to join friends for a few days at Buffalo Thorn Lodge, we did not quite realize what was in store for us.   Getting to Buffalo Thorn Lodge is such a short and comfortable drive from Johannesburg. This is the first bonus in a long line of bonuses at this marvellous…

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A Life-Changing Experience

Posted on 27 Feb 20185 Sep 2019 by Buffalo Thorn Lodge
27
Feb

A couple of months ago we had the huge pleasure of spending time at Buffalo Thorn lodge – what a treat! The amazing lady that runs our home, Dikeledi, and her two teenage children are very much a part of our family and have been for the past 12 years. A couple of years ago…

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Guest reviews

From the moment we arrived, I knew we were in for an unreal experience. 

This place is absolutely beautiful, the staff are 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 favour and go experience it. I promise you will not regret it. Thank you for the trip of a lifetime!

Noelle and Jim Skurchak

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!

Courtney

Buffalo Thorn 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 were 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!

Lissie & Scott

We had a wonderful time thank you

Our US family were totally blown away with the lodge and the game drives so all very successful! My wife and I were very impressed with the chalets, the staff and Jacques went out of his way to find animals for the family. Will certainly recommend the lodge to anyone interested.

Nigel Hargreaves

Our family celebrated my husband’s 60th birthday by spending 4 glorious nights at Buffalo Thorn Lodge.

The lodge is absolutely magnificent and suited our family perfectly. We enjoyed two games drives a day with our ranger, Sarah and were very excited to see cheetah on our first drive out. We were also lucky to see elephants and rhinos, and of course, lots of impala, zebra and wildebeest. What made our stay more enjoyable was that our 6-month-old grandson was able to join us on the drives. We spent a wonderful family time together in this beautiful part of our country! This is definitely more than a 5* game lodge. Thanks to Sarah and the staff of Buffalo Thorn Lodge! WE LOVED IT!!

Adine Sher

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