Why the Welgevonden is the new hot spot for romance
We learn why Welgevonden is the hottest romance destination
A romantic treetop hideaway
Perched in the treetops of the lush Welgevonden Game Reserve – just a short, three-hour drive from Johannesburg –Tshwene Lodge is an intimate couple's retreat; an impossibly romantic hideaway in the blissful seclusion of the African bush.
Discover the contemporary comfort and relaxed luxury of this charming safari property with a Big 5 wilderness escape during arguably the best time of year to be in the Waterberg. Warm, sunny days, action-packed game drives and the understated elegance of this secluded sanctuary await.
5 REASONS TO STAY AT TSHWENE LODGE
Retreat…
With lofty ceilings of exposed thatch and floor-to-ceiling glass, each of the five standalone suites at Tshwene Lodge feels open and spacious, drawing your eye to the captivating view of the canopy and Welgevonden’s leafy hills and valleys beyond.
Topography…
Welgevonden Game Reserve – a family-friendly malaria-free destination – sits on 36,000 hectares of open grasslands, rocky plateaus and dense woodlands that provide a thriving habitat for the local wildlife, including the Big Five. it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Location…
The lodge's proximity to Johannesburg makes it ideal for a quick local getaway or for international travellers short on time, especially those keen to experience a classic Big 5 safari. The drive is less than three hours on excellent roads, while a direct air charter from O.R. Tambo takes just 50 minutes.
Relax…
Tucked away in its own little "treehouse", our spa is a great place to while away an afternoon in the magical hands of our trained therapists. Our spa menu, developed in partnership with Healing Earth, features a range of incredible African-inspired massages as well as the "Couples Romantic Retreat" – a blissful expression of self care to be enjoyed with your significant other.
Indulge…
Chef Sinah and her team are renowned for their culinary expertise, and the abundant and mouthwatering dishes that are whipped up in the lodge kitchen every day. The daily menus are an ever-evolving celebration of seasonal ingredients used in comforting, home-style cooking while taking extra special care to consider our guests' dietary preferences and requirements.
Watch what makes Tshwene the perfect destination for romance
Rare Earth Retreats - Wrapping up a year of growth
Rare Earth Retreats rounds off another year of growth across its 5 lodges, boutique hotels & wine estate.
It has been a productive and eventful year for RARE EARTH RETREATS, with much growth and many positive changes. Having hosted an inspiring management conference, finalised their new Brand Strategy and upgraded their trade resources, they have also welcomed lots of new team members to the family in recent months.
Summer has finally arrived and a bumper season across all properties has begun, thanks in no small part to you, our trade family and your wonderful clients! We are so grateful for your support and look forward to a long, hot summer of sharing our soul-stirring safari lodges, award-winning wine estate and exquisite heritage hotel.
MAKULEKE, KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, THE OUTPOST:
Things are heating up in the northern Kruger and we don't just mean the temperatures! It has been an extremely busy season at The Outpost and Pel's Post, with exciting refurbishments, external training, a new fleet of game vehicles, lots of new faces and installation of a solar energy facility to improve the lodge's eco-credentials as well as the guest experience…
PLETTENBERG BAY, WESTERN CAPE, THE OLD RECTORY:
Drum roll please! The Old Rectory gained a well deserved, hugely respected, international award – a place in the Top 10 of the Condé Nast Traveller Readers Choice Awards 2023 – we are delighted that the team’s efforts have been recognised on the international stage. As the hotel gears up for a very busy summer, we have welcomed a new GM and front-of-house team, converted the hotel to solar power, and are celebrating Plettenberg Bay's latest accolade as the no. 1 whale-watching destination in the country! …
WELGEVONDEN GAME RESERVE, TSHWENE LODGE & EKUTHULENI LODGE:
Our lodges in the Welgevonden have been extremely busy this year, keeping Sindy and her extremely hard-working team on their toes! In addition to a soft refurb of both Tshwene Lodge and Ekuthuleni Lodge, changes at the properties include a new spa menu and external training from Healing Earth – our wellness partner across the group. There is also lots of exciting conservation news from the management team at the reserve, covering everything from orphaned rhinos to newborn cheetahs.
“Remember our special offers including Stay4/Pay3 at all Lodges and either Stay3/Pay2 or Stay4/Pay3 in Plettenberg as well as Honeymoon Offers. ”