Botsebotse Luxury Retreat

Destination

Warmbaths

Botsebotse Luxury Retreat is a small discreet boutique getaway for the discerning traveller set in the malaria free Zebula Nature Reserve, approximately 2 hours 15 minutes by tarred road from Johannesburg. The Reserve has ample game that roams freely, abundant wildlife and birdlife, its own golf course, golf estate and immaculate tarred runway. Botsebotse accommodates only a small number of guests offering a relaxed and refined experience, complemented by personal attention and service from Botsebotse’s dedicated professional chef, butler, concierge and spa therapist team. What makes Botsebotse different? Perhaps it is about the personal service or the luxuries you enjoy so much, in-room body and beauty treatments using only the best quality products, breakfast in your PJ’s in your own courtyard, a delicious picnic in the bush, good wine and scrumptious food under the starry sky, fresh coffee next to a roaring fire, or perhaps the wide range of activities on Botsebotse’s doorstep. Or maybe it’s more about the whole experience than one single thing. More about the memories you made, the occasions that you celebrated and the way that you felt at home. That’s why people come back to Botsebotse Luxury Retreat again and again, because it feels like home – even for the first time. Botsebotse Concierge Services From Big-5 safaris that include guided vehicle, horseback, quad bike, air balloon and elephant back safaris to premier golf, to relaxing spa treatments, sundowners, skydiving, game walks, cycling in the bush and a vast range of experiences that awaits you. Discover South Africa’s best-kept tourism secrets in an area that is home to the UNESCO Waterberg Biosphere, the Nylsvlei Nature Reserve with its 412 recorded bird species and Makapans Valley, a Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site. Ask our concierge team to compile a dream holiday itinerary for you or alternatively book one of our carefully put together packages.

Botsebotse Luxury Retreat Amenities

Stone, thatch and natural materials, rare African artifacts and luxurious indoor and outdoor spaces blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. The main lodge with its lapa, teak decks, crystal-clear pool and comfortable lounges is ideal for relaxation and game spotting. Soak up the sun, take a dip in the pool or treat yourself to a bottle of bubbly in Botsebotse's quaint teak hot spa tub. Enjoy scrumptious meals in the dining area, on the deck or in the boma. Gaze at the amazing stars of a clear African sky next to a roaring fire, listen to the cries of the jackal or snuggle up next to a fireplace in the main lodge. All rooms have remote controlled air conditioning and heating, ceiling fans, comfortable Queen beds dressed with safari nets and superior linen, refreshment stations, seating, flat screen televisions and DVD players, satellite TV, electronic safes and mini-bars. Lavish en-suite bathrooms have egg shaped baths, comfortable indoor showers and private outdoor feature "shower baths". Amenities include luxury pamper items such as cool and warm bathrobes, luxury toiletries and hair dryers. Each room has its own private courtyard and a private entrance that leads from a covered parking area. Enjoy glorious culinary delights in Botsebotse Bush Retreat's dining area, on the outdoor decks, in the main boma or bush boma or a romantic open-air candle lit dinner under a clear starry sky. Order breakfast in the privacy of your own courtyard or a delicious picnic basket for a picnic at one of the many picnic spots in the reserve. Choose from the finest South African estate wines to accompany your meals. Botsebotse is the perfect romantic destination with relaxing in-room massages, guided Big 5 safaris, picnic lunches in the bush, romantic surprise turndowns, candle light dinners in intimate romantic settings, foam baths with candles and champagne and comfortable outdoor feature shower baths from where you can gaze at the stars. Botsebotse is also the ideal venue for special occasions such as a proposal, birthday and anniversary celebrations.

Directions To Botsebotse Luxury Retreat

From Johannesburg take the N1 to Pretoria. Follow the N1 signs towards Polokwane (Pietersburg). Take the R516 to Warmbaths turn off, turn left going towards Bela-Bela (Warmbaths). At the T-junction, the waterfront will be in front of you, turn right. Go over the bridge, first robot left. Follow the road around a sharp right bend. At the next road turn left, go past the Aventura Resort on your left. At the roundabout, turn left. Drive approximately 35 km passing the Mabalingwe Game Reserve on your right. Turn right at the tar road on your right that says Rooiberg, with a large Zebula Sign on the corner of the turn off. Drive approximately 4 km and turn right at the Zebula sign. Approximately 5 km down the newly tarred road the ZEBULA gate will be on your right hand side. Pass through the Zebula gate. Turn right at the first road after the gate and follow the road next to the Zebula fence. Once past the runway, follow the road to your left. Turn left, turn left again and follow the signs to Site 52.

Area Attractions

Big Five Wildlife Experiences (10) Golf Course (15) Skydiving (10) The Shingwedzi Cheetah And Wild Dog Breeding Ranch The Nylsvley Nature Reserve The Waterberg Biosphere Reserve The Big Five Marakele National Park Makapans Valley World Heritage Site Pedi Potters Traditional African Village The Melkrivier School Complex

General Policies & Disclaimers

Quotes are valid for 48 hours and reservations will be released automatically if payment is not received within 48 hours. A 30% deposit is required to secure a booking and the balance of 70% is payable 14 days before arrival. Direct deposit, EFT, VISA or MASTER cards are accepted. If cancelled up to 15 days before the date of arrival, 30 percent of the total price of the reservation will be charged. If cancelled up to 14 days and less before the date of arrival, 70 percent of the total price of the reservation will be charged. In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged. In the case of guests who depart earlier than the departure date that was booked, the total price of the reservation will be charged. We recommend that guests take out travel insurance which will cover unforeseen eventualities.