Rooted Bush Safaris  Verified Listing

Rooted Bush Safaris is situated a 30-minute drive from Hoedspruit Town. The farm is approximately 261 hectares, and with the undulating hills, it is closer to 360 hectares. The property boasts a variety of plains game with approximately 500 bird species in and around the area. The camp allocates for self-catering in a group setting, with the feeling of ‘owning your lodge’.

Each glamping tented stand is elevated and is furnished with a queen-size bed or twin beds. Each tented stand features an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower. Each stand boasts a balcony with outdoor seating overlooking the bush.

The camp is surrounded and has a low-level electric fence for safety.

Guests have access to the communal kitchen, which is well-equipped for self-catering with a gas stove, an oven, fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery, and crockery.

Extend onto a covered verandah, with a naturally styled pool covered by Marula trees providing that much-needed shade on the hot summer days. The main deck provides the perfect setting to have your early morning coffee or the perfect refreshment in the afternoon while taking in the beautiful sounds of the African bush showing off panoramic views of the Klein Drakensberg.

Enjoy an evening under the stars at the boma, move and enjoy dining under the thatched dining area set for 8. The main camp facility overlooks the watering hole which is frequently visited by the variety of plains game on the property, giraffe, kudu, zebra, and impala. The camp also includes housekeeping, grounds men, and a professional FGASA registered guide.

With tent flaps up, wake up and fall asleep, bringing in nature and soaking up the sounds of the African bush. From the farm, it’s a 40-minute drive to Phalaborwa Gate and approximately an hour and ten minutes to Orpen Gate into the world-famous Kruger National Park. On a clear day, enjoy an ice-cold beverage with friends and family whilst sitting on the main lodge deck overlooking a boasting view of the Blyde River Canyon the third largest canyon in the world, which is part of the Klein Drakensberg range.

* En-suite bathroom
* Bathroom amenities
* Shower only
* Balcony/Terrace
* Outdoor furniture
* Glamping tented accommodation
* Non-smoking
* Sitting area
* Desk
* Cleaning service
* Turn down service
* Fan
* Garden/bush views

Hoedspruit is a small farming town at the foot of the Klein Drakensberg Mountains, in the Limpopo province.

Hoedspruit is the perfect getaway for animal lovers. Guests can enjoy wildlife experiences at one of several animal sanctuaries. Do a guided tour of the non-profit Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre to see cheetahs, African wild dogs, and black-footed cats, or try a Platinum tour which includes African wild dogs and vulture feeding. Other animal sanctuaries include the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Daktari Wildlife Orphanage, and Khamai Reptile Centre.

Just a stone’s throw away from the Kruger National Park, Hoedspruit is one of the best bases for Big Five wildlife viewing. In addition to the Big Five, there are over 40 mammal species and 350 different species of birds. Activities include game drives, bush walks, and elephant interactions and rides.

* Free limited W-Fi access in the main thatched building
* Communal kitchen, lounge and dining area
* Outdoor swimming pool
* Overlooking the watering hole
* Boma/Braai/BBQ area
* Personal qualified guide
* Free open-air parking
* Tour / day trips / game drives.

* Kruger National Park day trips
* Blyde Dam Cruise
* The Blyde River Canyon Panorama Route Tours
* Hot Air Ballooning
* Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
* Hoedspruit Reptile Centre
* Elephant Orphanage