PILANESBERG NATIONAL PARK
Bakubung Bush Lodge
Pilanesberg National Park · North West Province
A malaria-free resort-style safari base with broad facilities, children's activities and easy access to Pilanesberg.
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The stay
A facility-rich safari base at Pilanesberg
Bakubung is very different from a six- or eight-suite safari lodge. It is a larger property with multiple room categories, family facilities, a spa, swimming pool and activity programme, making it useful when the trip needs more than a quiet lodge and two game drives.
Particularly useful for families and groups
Families benefit from dedicated room configurations and child-focused activities, while the scale and facilities make Bakubung easier to use for groups or travellers combining Pilanesberg with Sun City.
Rooms & Suites
Standard Room
Max 2 adults
Family Room
Max 2 adults · 2 children
Luxury King Suite
Max 2 adults
Executive King Suite
Max 2 adults
Chalet
Accessible Room
Max 2 adults
Safari & Experiences
Guided game drives
Pilanesberg game drives can be included in lodge packages.
Bush walks
Guided walking safaris are available to eligible guests.
Junior Ranger activities
Children's activities include Junior Ranger-style experiences.
Kids-only game drive
Child-focused game-drive experiences are offered for selected ages.
Good to know
Families
- Kids programme available
Family rooms and children's facilities are available. Current Legacy terms provide family meal/game-drive arrangements for children sharing with adults.
Power & connectivity
Free Wi-Fi is advertised as part of the lodge facilities.
Getting there
- Nearest airport: O.R. Tambo International Airport
Bakubung is reached by road from Johannesburg and sits at Bakubung Gate on the Pilanesberg side.
Accessibility
An Accessible Room category is listed by Legacy Hotels.
Add the road leg
Private transfers, arranged with the stay.
Spurwing can arrange the road journey from Johannesburg or O.R. Tambo where the routing is practical, or connect this stay with another stop in your South African itinerary.
Tell us where you are coming from and where you are going next. We confirm the practical route, vehicle and timing before anything is booked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bakubung suitable for families?
Yes. Bakubung has family room options, a kids' playground and child-focused safari activities.
Does Bakubung have accessible accommodation?
Yes. An Accessible Room category is listed in the current lodge inventory.
Is Bakubung malaria-free?
Yes. It is in the malaria-free Pilanesberg region.
Can we include game drives?
Yes. Game drives are offered from the lodge and are included in some accommodation packages.