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Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge

The Big 5 False Bay, Umkhanyakude

The Fun Awaits

Fun Outdoor ActivitiesStay active with fun outdoor activities.

Guests Like the LocationThe location was rated 4.24 by the guests who stayed here.

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4.2/5

GoodFrom 25 reviews

5.0/530 Oct 2023

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was delicious, especially the omelets in the morning.

5.0/513 Dec 2022

Jackie • Family Trip

It was a great experience. We saw a giraffe and some other wildlife in the yard. It was very comfortable for 6 people

5.0/57 Sep 2020

Paula • Family Trip

Absolutely loved our stay! Will be back...

5.0/53 Aug 2020

David • Family Trip

Great service, amazing surroundings. Game drives nearby were great.

5.0/528 Feb 2020

Ilona • Trip with Friends

Hervorragender Service, insbesondere von der Küche. Das Essen sehr schmackhaft und gut. Die Einrichtung der Zimmer ist rustikal u nicht mehr so ganz neu. Der Aufenthalt war schön u entspannend.

5.0/519 Nov 2019

Stuart • Couple Trip

Our lodge was very nice and the staff were excellent. The food on offer for both breakfast and dinner was very good with a nice mixed selection to choose from.

5.0/528 Sep 2019

Azz • Couple Trip

Was super chilled. We got to walk between zebras, impala, giraffes, loved it

5.0/528 Jun 2016

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

good food - very friendly staff - close to Game reserves

5.0/528 Sep 2013

Patrick et Nadia • Couple Trip

vivre quelques jours au milieu des animaux fût une aventure fantastique; merci à tout le staff et particulièrement à David que je vous invite à connaître

5.0/519 Mar 2010

Paul • Couple Trip

The accommodation is recently refurbished and located in a beautiful small game park. We had a perfect stay and I would recommend staying here for a least couple of nights. The park organizes tours to the Hluhluwe/Umfolozi park (big 5) but also guided walks over the own game park (small game like zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, nyala). There is a viewing lounge where one can sit have a drink and watch the animals drinking. All the staff in the park are really friendly and nothing seems to be to much for them, thanks to all of them this has been an unforgettable short break holiday.

4.8/520 Nov 2022

We've stayed here twice, the first time was in the self-catering chalets, which were ideal for us with small children. The accommodation is clean, spacious, and quiet, and just a 20 minute drive from the park. The staff were very helpful and accommodating.

4.6/55 Sep 2022

I loved the giraffe at the entrance, and the staff looked after us properly in the evenings. I'm excited to return.

4.4/530 May 2023

It's been a long journey. The staff is pleasant and helpful. We like the bar in the boma area. The rooms are beautiful and organized with all the necessary amenities. The common kitchen is well-stocked, clean, and has roomy beds and showers. However, the basic bathroom could use an upgrade.

4.4/526 Jan 2023

Everything was wonderful to me. I will definitely come back to this place. The food options were varied and the personnel was nice and friendly. The manager goes above and above to ensure that we are all satisfied as customers.

4.0/510 Jan 2014

HN Freese • Family Trip

The raised wooden rooms are a fantastic concept but the decor is a bit dated.

4.0/527 Dec 2013

Verified traveler • Family Trip

Tot en met de giraf loopt door de tuin, antiloop voor de veranda, aapjes op het dak !

4.0/520 Oct 2013

Yvan

For a 3 stars, it is excellent. The site is very nice within a private game reserve. Just a little improvement can increase it to a better star rating. Very nice stay for surrounding visit of Umfolozi-Hluhluwe reserve. Breakfast are excellent. Dinner is not bad too. we have been 3 days. A large group arrived last day and it was too much people for the lodge facilities and personnel (has to be carefull on that).

4.0/513 May 2013

fam. GJ • Family Trip

Comfortabele lodge met veel privacy en veel te doen in de omgeving ook voor kinderen. Ontbijt en avondeten was uitgebreid en goed. Zou er zeker weer naar toe gaan.

4.0/522 Nov 2012

Verified traveler

An average lodge with average facilities but helpful staff and decent food.

4.0/527 Jul 2012

Lambert

Une bonne étape en plein bush ! Avec un peu de chance, vous croiserez une girafe dans le "jardin". L'accueil est excellent, les bungalows en bois sont simples mais jolis. Pour info : 5 km de dirt road, faisables en citadine à petite vitesse.

Popular Facilities

Swimming Pool

WiFi

BBQ Equipment

Free Parking

Bathtub

Coffee Tea Maker

Refrigerator

Hair Dryer

Kitchen

Ironing

Connecting Room

Sports & Recreation

Garden

Hiking

Outdoor Pool

Public Facilities

Parking (Free)

Hotel Services

Porter/Bellhop

Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

Hotel Safe

Other Facilities

Smoking Area

BBQ Facilities

Business Facilities

Gift Shops or Newsstand

In-room Facilities

Patio or terrace

Transportation

Tours/Ticket Assistance

Connectivity

Free WiFi

Location

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Lot H99, Bushlands Road, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-10:00 PM

Check-out10:00

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

About Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge

Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge Location
When you stay at Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge in Hluhluwe, you'll be in a national park and steps from Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve. This lodge is 11.8 mi (19.1 km) from iSimangaliso Wetland Park.

Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge Facility and Service
Spend the day on a safari adventure, then dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area.

Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private patios. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Restaurant and Cafe
At Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Room Type and Price

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 - Wed, 02 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children