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 perfect family and friends getaway, Kubu Metsi is child friendly and encompasses 4 free standing en-suite luxury suites.
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
Rates
Accommodation
Activities
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The Lodge
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Important Info
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
Kubu Metsi Lodge (sleeps 10 + 4 children under 10) - 5 Units
1 Jan '25 to 31 Dec '25
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
R23 500
Kubu Metsi Lodge (sleeps 8 + 4 children under 10) - 4 Units
1 Jan '25 to 31 Dec '25
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
R19 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
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
Mobile spa to visit Kubu Metsi Lodge for guest treatments (such as massage, manicure, pedicure, facial)
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.
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
Please Note
Self-Catering Lodge
Excluded from the rate: All food and drink items and staff tips
Please note as we are a Self Catering Lodge, no food/meals are provided
Entire Lodge to be booked as one unit. (Exclusive use)
Maximum of 8 Adults
Children 10yrs and older count as adults
Max Occupancy including children under 10 is 12 pax
Minimum 2 nights stay
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
No self driving allowed
Game Ranger stays on the premises and has first aid & emergency training
Child Friendly Lodge: please enquire re cot & amenities
Children allowed on Game Drives at the Game Ranger's discretion
Limited cell coverage at the lodge
Wifi signal cannot be guaranteed
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
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
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