Nedile Lodge

Our experience at Nedile Lodge was absolutely unforgettable! From the moment we arrived, we felt incredibly welcomed. The lodge is located in a breathtaking setting with panoramic views over the Welgevonden Game Reserve – a place where tranquility, nature, and luxury come together perfectly. The safaris were spectacular! We were fortunate enough to see the Big Five, with the highlight being a close encounter with a leopard and a pride of lionesses just meters away. Our ranger was fantastic – knowledgeable, passionate, and deeply respectful of the wildlife. The accommodation is stylish and comfortable, with spacious rooms that offer beautiful views of the bush. Waking up to the sounds of the African wilderness is a truly unique experience. The food was delicious, and the staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. Their hospitality made our stay even more special – we even received a warm farewell upon departure. Nedile Lodge is a hidden gem where you can completely unwind and experience the best of African nature. We would highly recommend it to anyone and hope to return someday! Fred & Marjolein

The lodge is set in the very picturesque Welgevonden Game Reserve and certainly is a 5 star place for the food quality and the facilities for a game lodge. Myself and my husband enjoyed several drives with Mornie he was an excellent guide and tracker provided us with lots of information about the animals we saw and about the birds we heard. He has a great way of making you feel at ease by telling us about the way the animals react in different circumstances and also what to do when they get close so although there is always an element of danger we all felt safe in his hands. We saw all the big 5 during our stay which was amazing plus many others. My friends didn't come on the drives but they did manage to see so many species by the watering hole so the safari came to them which they enjoyed. The use of the gym and the massages was also a bonus for them whilst we were on our drives. Kate was very helpful during our visit and Johnathan an excellent host at meal times and for drinks. The kitchen staff provide excellent quality of food with good choices to accommodate most tastes. The rooms were also excellent and we enjoyed the bath with the open view.

We had the pleasure of staying at Nedile Lodge in July, and it was an unforgettable experience. The lodge is absolutely beautiful, blending seamlessly with its natural surroundings. From the moment we arrived, the lovely staff made us feel incredibly welcome and attended to our every need with warmth and professionalism. Our guide, Aoundru, was great. His knowledge of the wildlife and the area was impressive, and he made our game drives both educational and exciting. We were fortunate to see a wide variety of animals up close. The accommodations were luxurious and comfortable, offering stunning views of the landscape. Every detail, from the decor to the amenities, was thoughtfully designed to enhance our stay. The meals were delicious and beautifully presented, adding to the overall excellence of our visit. Nedile Lodge provided a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. We left with wonderful memories and a strong desire to return. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an authentic and memorable safari experience!

My wife and I had the most amazing 4 night stay at the lodge over the easter weekend. The setting and the views from the lodge and on the game drives were amazing, the Welgevondon Reserve is a stunning place to spend time. All of the staff looked after us superbly, the food was very good all week and the selection of drinks matched this brilliantly. The 8 game drives were superbly managed by Morne our guide and we were very lucky to see some very special animals. The quiet and the stillness at the lodge gave us time to relax and we loved to just sit and watch animals as they came to the watering hole.

Wow wow wow is all I can say! My husband and I spent 4 glorious honeymoon days at Nedile Lodge. From the start we were blown away. Picked up by Wienand at the gate and straight away we experienced the magic of the Safari as we drove past cheeky warthogs, sweet impalas, elegant zebras and the ever contented wildebeest. When we arrived at the lodge all the staff came to meet us and we were offered a lovely cocktail. Wienand then told us they had a special surprise …and it was a huge one, a massive Bull Elephant washing himself in the pool (watering hole) just below the balcony. It was so emotional! Such a big Elephant leisurely washing just next to us. During our stay many other animals came up to lodge to basque at the water hole and we were able to sit there and just enjoy watching them. We spent the first day just my husband and me which isn’t usual but was amazing for us, we had a personal game drive and learnt so much. That afternoon we saw: another Bull elephant, a Cheetah mum with her cubs, who had just made a kill, they were eating and playing she was relaxing just next to our jeep, we also saw Rhino’s, Zebras, more warthogs and Wildebeest. At Welgevonded they have such a large number of white Rhinos and due to their location and guards the Rhino all have their horns which is lovely to see. We were blessed to see a whole family with their baby and take a drink right next to them! We went on many more drives over the next few days and saw so much: hyena’s with cubs, Baboons, Vervet monkey’s, Buffalo’s, Giraffe, male Lion who again had just made a kill (zebra), Crocodile, and Hypos with their baby on their back. We saw So many beautiful birds too, one had real attitude and really made me laugh. Wienand was so good at spotting all the animals and was very knowledgeable and we learnt a lot on the drives. Especially about poop, I know all the different colours shapes and sizes lol. The lodge itself was a dream. It was the first time for ages I felt true peace, sitting on our balcony just looking out over the reserve was so zen for me. I felt weird to begin with having a bath with no blinds but once in I felt at one nature lol hope no one had binoculars near by!! The food was just out of this world. John would tell us the menu choice at the start of the day, and each meal was top class, delicious. Not one disappointing meal. Between drives you get a little down time to sunbathe, read or have a massage. Gladys gave me an incredible Swedish massage and I felt even more relaxed after that, perfect way to get rid of the flight stiffness. Lizzy gave my husband an African massage, using what looked like a rolling pin lol Remember to tip the staff, we took cash with us but were able to also tip on card. They work very hard and really deserve it. It’s hard at first to get your head around the currency, but take a few moments before you go to work out what the exchange is and consider what you would tip in your country and work it o

Absolutely fantastic stay. First time on safari and I think we were very lucky to have had Nedile recommended to us because I believe the reserve is amongst the best and so is the lodge. Only 5 rooms and no children. Staff are all superb: extremely helpful, welcoming and passionate about what they do. The two guides, Weinant and Danell (apologies if wrong spelling) are lovely: knowledgeable and inspirational. Lodge is in a lovely location with great views. We had 3 whole days there; lots of close up animal sightings including white and black rhino and a cheetah which walked past our vehicle! No hesitation in recommending.