Kubu Metsi Lodge
Family owned and
Exclusive Use, Self Catering Lodge, Kubu Metsi is the
perfect escape to relax in the African bush. We are a short 35
min drive from Sun City or 2 hr drive from Lanseria
Airport. Kubu Metsi is situated in the
Big 5, Malaria free,
Black Rhino Game Reserve and forms part of the 55 000 hectare
Pilanesberg National Park.
The lodge was named Kubu Metsi (Hippo Water in the local Tswana
language) after the resident hippo bull often seen in Synite Dam as you
enter Black Rhino Game Reserve.
View the Big 5 in their natural habitat as well as South
Africa’s other rare species in the comfort of your own
The Kubu Metsi lodge is
an Exclusive Self Catering Lodge and it is rented out as a whole
lodge. This means that you get the entire lodge for yourself.
Included in the package is 2 x 2.5 hr Guided game drives per
day on a Private Safari Vehicle. Maximum number of adults is 10.
Maximum number of children under 10 is 4. You also have the option of
renting out the 4 units for 8 adults and 4 children under 10.
The
Accommodation comprises of 4 x Freestanding Luxury Suites each with an
En-Suite Bathroom and Outdoor Shower.
All included in the Exclusive Use lodge rates.
Game drives are included in your stay and conducted with a professional
guide in your private 4 x 4 Safari Vehicle on the exclusive Black Rhino
Game Reserve and the Pilanesberg National Park. Kubu Metsi is
privileged to have traversing rights to the whole Pilanesberg National
Park, as well as their restricted Wilderness Area, established for the
protection of the endangered Black Rhino.
Note: A
maximum of 10 guests allowed on the vehicle during game drives
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Rates
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Accommodation
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Activities
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Direction
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Facilities
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Important Info
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The Lodge
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Terms
Rates inclusive of 15% VAT
• South African Rands • Subject to
availability• |
Kubu
Metsi Lodge (sleeps 10 + 4 children under 10) - 5 Units |
1
Jan '24 to 31 Dec '24 |
Midweek rate per night
Sundays-Thursdays ( LOW) |
R20
500 |
Fridays,Saturday’s, public
holidays,School holidays &
long weekends (PEAK) for the entire
lodge per night |
R22
500 |
Kubu
Metsi Lodge (sleeps 8 + 4 children under 10) - 4 Units |
1
Jan '24 to 31 Dec '24 |
Midweek rate per night
Sundays-Thursdays ( LOW) |
R16
500 |
Fridays,Saturday’s, public
holidays,School holidays &
long weekends (PEAK) for the entire
lodge per night |
R18
500 |
Look at our Special Offers for SA Residents
under our special offers section!
Self Catering Lodges
There are 5 units at Kubu Metsi. The 5th one: the Honeymoon Suite, is fully equipped with its own kitchen, own lounge and a king size bed in the spacious bedroom. It also has its own boma and fireplace. Guests can rent all 5 units at Kubu with maximum occupancy 10 adults and 4 kids; (14 maximum and exclusive use) Kids 10yrs and older count as adults) No kids can sleep in the Honeymoon suite.
Guests can also only book the 4 units (exclusive use) which sleeps 8 adults, 4 kids (kids 10yrs and older count as adults) 12 Max Occupancy for 4 suites available
BEDROOM & LOUNGE
- King Size Bed (or Twin Beds)
- Egyptian Cotton Sheets
- Sleeper Couch (3/4 size)
- Electric Blankets
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- International plugs & USB points
- Coffee & Tea Station
- Nespresso Machine
- Bar Fridge
- Safe
- Outside deck
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
- Freestanding bath
- Shower
- Double basins
- Outside shower
- Separate Toilet
- Bathroom amenities
GAME
DRIVES
- Indulge in the luxury of having the lodge to yourself and
your guests as our professional game ranger guides you through one of
the richest diversities of fauna and flora in Africa. Game drive
starting times are flexible as you have use of a private safari vehicle.
- Game drives are conducted in a 4 x 4 Safari vehicle on the
2000 hectare Black Rhino Game Reserve, which is open to the 55 000
hectare Pilanesberg National Park allowing the Big 5 and other
endangered species such as African Wild Dog, Cheetah and Black Rhino to
roam free.
- Note: Maximum capacity on the vehicle is 10 guests.
ACTIVITIES
IN THE AREA
- Available by prior arrangement with Nkala, at an additional
charge. Please enquire when booking
- Guided morning bush walks
- Golf at the nearby championship Gary Player and Lost City
golf courses
- Hot-air balloon flights over Pilanesberg
- Mountain Biking
- Sun City Day Trips
- Outing to Predator world
From Johannesburg,
take the R512 past
Hartbeespoort Dam and exit onto the N4 toward Rustenburg
From
Pretoria, take the N1 north and exit onto the N4 toward
Rustenburg
- Continue along the N4, take R556 (Sun City / Pilanesberg
National Park) exit
- Turn right at the stop, proceed onto the R556 and continue
on towards Sun City
- Pass the Sun City gate and Sun Village Shopping
Centre (both on the
right)
- At the four-way stop turn right onto R565 Derdepoort Road
- Continue on for approx. 27mk - the entrance to Black Rhino
Game Reserve is in
the right
- Sign in at the main gate and they will direct you to
Kubu Metsi Lodge
MAIN LODGE
The main communal area features:
- A fully equipped Open Plan Kitchen & Scullery
- Indoor and Outdoor Dining Area
- Separate TV lounge
- Bar Area
- Outdoor Boma with braai (bbq)
- Outside undercover lounge and dining area with gas braai
- Heated Swimming pool (with safety pool cover)
- Boule Court
- Fully equipped Gym and Business centre available (a short
150m walk away) Please note these facilities are shared with our other
2 lodges (Nkala and Ntamba)
VIEWING DECK
- Spend a lazy afternoon or self-indulgent morning relaxing
on our Viewing Deck, whilst keeping an eye out for one of the elusive
Big 5 coming to quench their thirst. The Viewing
Deck is also a treat for avid birders, as we are often visited by a
myriad of the 300 bird species found in the area.
- The viewing deck is an easily accessible 170 meters from
the Main Lodge.
- Self-Catering Lodge
- Entire Lodge to be booked as one unit. (Exclusive use)
- 4 x Luxury Suites with ensuite bathrooms
- Located in the private Black Rhino Game Reserve
- Free roaming Big 5 Game Reserve
- Malaria Free Area
- Maximum of 8 Adults
- Children 10yrs and older count as an adult
- Maximum occupancy including children 12 pax
- Child Friendly Lodge: please enquire re cot &
amenities
- Children allowed on Game Drives at the Game Ranger's
discretion (no minimum age)
- No household pets are allowed to enter the Black Rhino Game
Reserve
- Minimum 2 nights stay
- Supermarkets en route to the lodge are located at Waterfall
Mall, Rustenburg or Village Mall, Hartebeespoort
- Please note we are a Self Catering Lodge and no food/meals
are provided. The nearest small Supermarket is 35 min away
- Nespresso & Dolce Gusto machines as well as
plungers are available. Please bring your own pods and ground
coffee.
- Instant coffee, tea & milk are complimentary in the
suites
- Maximum of 10 guests allowed on Game Vehicle at any
time. Each person including children to be on their own seat
- Game drives conducted by a qualified Game Ranger
- Maximum of 2 x game drives per day (2.5 hours each)
- No self driving allowed
- Game Ranger lives on the premises and has first aid and
emergency training
- Situated in a node with non‐intrusive electrified fencing
to keep guests safe, however some animals cannot be kept out
- Exercise or walking to be done on main roads and in
daylight hours within the node
- Limited cell coverage at the Lodge
- Complimentary Wifi (Please note that due to our location,
Wifi cannot be guaranteed as signal can be intermittent)
- TV Lounge with Flat screen and DSTV (Full Bouquet)
- Check in 14:00 onwards, Check out 10:30
- Included in your rate: Accommodation, 2 game
drives per day, daily housekeeping, firewood, daily park and
conservation fee
- Excluded from your rate: All food and drink items
and staff tips
MAIN LODGE
The main communal area
features:
- A fully equipped Open Plan Kitchen & Scullery
- Indoor and Outdoor Dining Area
- Separate TV lounge
- Bar Area
- Outdoor Boma with braai (bbq)
- Outside undercover lounge and dining area with gas braai
- Heated Swimming pool (with safety pool cover)
- Boule Court
- Fully equipped Gym and Business centre available (a short
150m walk away) Please note these facilities are shared with our other
2 lodges (Nkala and Ntamba)
LODGE
LAYOUT
VIEWING
DECK
Spend a lazy afternoon or
self-indulgent morning relaxing on our Viewing Deck, whilst keeping an
eye out for one of the elusive Big 5 coming to quench their
thirst. The Viewing Deck is also a treat for avid
birders, as we are often visited by a myriad of the 300 bird species
found in the area.
The viewing deck is an easily accessible 170 meters from the Main Lodge.
Included
- Self Catering Accommodation for 8 Adults in 4 suites
(Entire Lodge)
- 2 x 2.5 hr Guided game drives per day on a Private Safari
Vehicle
- All daily park conservation fees
- Tea & Coffee in rooms
- Complimentary Wifi
- Daily housekeeping
- 3 x Bags of firewood per day (incl. firelighters)
- Applicable VAT
Excluded
- All food and drink items
- Staff Tips
Transfers:
Guests can organize their own or contacts us for recommendations
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Note:
- There are 5 units at Kubu Metsi. The 5th one: the
Honeymoon Suite, is fully equipped with its own kitchen, own lounge and
a king size bed in the spacious bedroom. It also has its own boma and
fireplace.
- Guests can rent all 5 units at Kubu with maximum occupancy
10 adults and 4 kids; (14 maximum and exclusive use)
- Kids 10yrs and older count as adults) No kids can sleep in
the Honeymoon suite.
- Guests can also only book the 4 units / 5 Suites (exclusive
use) which sleeps 8 adults, 4 kids (kids 10yrs and older count as
adults)
- Minimum 2 nights stay
- Supermarkets en route to the lodge are located at Waterfall
Mall, Rustenburg or Village Mall, Hartebeespoort
- Please note we are a Self Catering Lodge and no food/meals
are provided. The nearest small Supermarket is 35 min away
- Nespresso & Dolce Gusto machines as well as
plungers are available. Please bring your own pods and ground coffee.
- Instant coffee, tea & milk are complimentary in the
suites
- Maximum of 10 guests allowed on Game Vehicle at any time.
Each person including children to be on their own seat
- Game drives conducted by a qualified Game Ranger
- Maximum of 2 x game drives per day (2.5 hours each)
- No self driving allowed
- Game Ranger lives on the premises and has first aid and
emergency training
- Situated in a node with non‐intrusive electrified fencing
to keep guests safe, however some animals cannot be kept out
- Exercise or walking to be done on main roads and in
daylight hours within the node
- Limited cell coverage at the LodgeComplimentary Wifi
(Please note that due to our location, Wifi cannot be guaranteed as
signal can be intermittent)
- TV Lounge with Flat screen and DSTV (Full Bouquet)
12 Max Occupancy for 4/5 suites available
Check-in:
14:00 to 19:00
Check-out:
10:00
Deposit Policy
For all bookings made
within 30 days of travel
Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking. This payment
can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).
For all bookings made
more than 30 days of travel
A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the
balance 30 days prior to arrival.
This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card
(Master/Visa).
Cancellation Policy:
- If cancelling 7 days OR less before arrival, you forfeit
100% of the booking total
- If cancelling 14 days OR less before arrival , forfeit 50%
of the booking total
- If cancelling 21 days or less before arrival , forfeit 25%
of total booking
- If cancelling 30 days or less before arrival, forfeit 20%
of total booking
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