Lush Private Lodge

Lush Private Lodge Private Luxury Safari Lodge

Sunset magic Watching how excited elephants can get on their way to water is something that can’t be described but rathe...
28/08/2026

Sunset magic

Watching how excited elephants can get on their way to water is something that can’t be described but rather witnessed in person. Elephants love a good drink and nothing beats it watching them as the sun starts to set in the distance. Have you ever had an elephant sighting like this in the wild? Let us know in the comments down below ⬇️

📸 Andrew Rider

24/08/2026

Nothing beats a day in the bush… Amarula coffee and rusks after viewing a pride of lions, a leopard in the long grass or a cheetah dragging an impala kill. The bush holds something for everyone! What’s your favourite experience in the bush let us know in the comments down below 👇

📸- Andrew Rider

There’s something timeless about watching a lion move through the grass — silent, deliberate, and completely at home in ...
16/08/2026

There’s something timeless about watching a lion move through the grass — silent, deliberate, and completely at home in its surroundings. 🦁 As one of Africa’s most iconic predators, lions play a vital role in maintaining the balance of their ecosystems, yet their survival depends on healthy habitats and thriving prey populations. Moments like this are a reminder that beyond the beauty of a safari lies an intricate web of life, where every species has a role to play.

📸 - Andrew Rider

Nothing quite like staring in the eyes of a leopard especially whilst crawling out of a dead tree🐆 Have you ever seen a ...
14/08/2026

Nothing quite like staring in the eyes of a leopard especially whilst crawling out of a dead tree🐆

Have you ever seen a leopard in the wild. Let us know about your favourite sighting in the comments below ⬇️

📸 Andrew Rider

The old bulls of the bush. 🐃Known as dagga boys, these mature Cape buffalo bulls are often found living away from the ma...
04/08/2026

The old bulls of the bush. 🐃

Known as dagga boys, these mature Cape buffalo bulls are often found living away from the main breeding herds in bachelor groups or alone. Their name comes from the Zulu word udaka, meaning mud: a nod to their habit of wallowing in mud to cool themselves and escape biting insects.

But don’t let their solitary nature fool you. These seasoned bulls are incredibly powerful, intelligent and unpredictable, carrying years of experience in the wild. There’s something humbling about sitting quietly in the presence of one of Africa’s true giants. 🌿

📸- Eddie

Trade your screen time for trunk time 🐘✨ Come meet the gentle giants of the bush in the heart of Africa– your front-row ...
01/08/2026

Trade your screen time for trunk time 🐘✨ Come meet the gentle giants of the bush in the heart of Africa– your front-row seat to the elephant parade awaits!

Let us know in the comments below what your favourite elephant sighting in the bush was 👇⬇️

📸- Andrew Rider

The Little Bee-eater may be small, but it’s one of Africa’s most colourful aerial hunters.Despite its name, it doesn’t e...
23/07/2026

The Little Bee-eater may be small, but it’s one of Africa’s most colourful aerial hunters.

Despite its name, it doesn’t eat only bees—it catches a variety of flying insects, often returning to the same perch after each successful hunt. Before swallowing bees or wasps, it carefully removes the sting by repeatedly striking the insect against a branch.

📸 - Eddie

At Lush, every moment feels this close—where the quiet power of this lioness isn’t just seen, but truly felt. This is mo...
21/07/2026

At Lush, every moment feels this close—where the quiet power of this lioness isn’t just seen, but truly felt. This is more than a sighting… it’s the kind of connection to the wild that stays with you long after you’ve left.

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There are few moments in Africa as unforgettable as locking eyes with a black rhino.Often misunderstood, black rhinos ar...
18/07/2026

There are few moments in Africa as unforgettable as locking eyes with a black rhino.

Often misunderstood, black rhinos are not named for their colour, but are distinguished from white rhinos by their hooked upper lip—perfectly adapted for browsing leaves, twigs and shrubs. Despite their incredible resilience, they remain Critically Endangered, making every sighting a powerful reminder of why conservation matters.

📍 Join us for your own unforgettable safari experience.

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We are super proud and excited to announce that we have received 3 category wins in the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Award...
24/06/2026

We are super proud and excited to announce that we have received 3 category wins in the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Awards!

Best Boutique Lodge on a Global level, Best Private Game Lodge on a Global level, and Best Safari Retreat in Africa!

These prestigious awards reconfirms our commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests from all around the world.

Participating in the Haute Grandeur Global Awards for the first time and receiving recognition on this level is both humbling and incredibly rewarding. We are deeply grateful to our loyal guests whose support and feedback have made this achievement possible.

Our goal has always been to create a true home-away-from-home experience, where lasting memories are made and guests leave with a desire to return. We are honoured to be associated with the Haute Grandeur Global Awards and proud to celebrate this remarkable achievement.

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Pilanesberg
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