Reviews

We just loved this. Host and hostess warm and accommodating, beautiful lodge, beautiful sunsets, lovely room, woke up with animals standing around which made great photos. Our room had a lovely bed with an electric blanket and comfortable bedding. Had tea, snacks, water and toiletries. Lovely large bathroom and maid service. We had a shared living room and kitchen with a couple we traveled with. They loved their room too. The dirt road to the property was a bit bumpy and muddy when it rained but being there was well worth it. Breakfasts were delicious and they adapted to our vegetarian preferences. We took a safari with the host who was informative and educated us with info we used on our entire trip (names of animals and their habits) and once we traveled to Kruger.

We arrived as a small group of 4 and occupied one of the cottages close to the lodge which turned out to be one of the highlights of our 5 1/2 week stay in South Africa.
We were ably assisted by the family to make this stay truly memorable.
Everyone concerned made our stay feel as if we'd been welcomed into the family. The breakfasts, dinners (including the braai's) were wholesome, plentiful and delicious. The only downside to the stay was that we were promised the recipe for the chef's fantastic 'Potato Soufflé' which we are still to receive.
The extremely comfortably furnished cottage, wonderful beds, informative game drives and enthusiastic hosts made this a very special holiday for us all - one we still talk about today.

We didn’t really know what to expect when we took a 30 minute drive on a dirt track to the Lodge’s entrance. But it was worth it.
We had the whole resort to ourselves and were really made to feel like part of the family.
If you do go, make sure you take a drive with Wayne around the Lodge. He was great company, really loved the animals and was utterly determined to find those elusive giraffes.
This place deserves to thrive. We 100% loved the 70s vibe and everything about it.

We stayed in one of the villas for a number of nights and everything was perfect! I think it is the ideal base to see the surrounding Hartenbos area and I would love to return! The food was excellent, the swimming pool overlooks where the animals graze and the villas are luxury! The hosts love and care for the animals really well and will be able to answer all your questions as well so be sure to ask!

This is far enough from town to experience tranquillity and also close enough to town to get much needed supplies.
What i found special about this lodge is the fact that it`s not over crowded like other lodges and one has privacy and quiet and the bonus is the solar heated plunge pool and outdoor Jacuzzi for all the guests to use.
Service is excellent, the food is awesome and the accommodation is very comfortable and we`ll be returning indefinitely.

What a wonderful weekend (8-10 November 2019) we spent at Hartenbos Private Game Lodge. 26 of our very special friends celebrated at Hartenbos with us and it was soooo amazing. Beginning with the organizing of the weekend and then the weekend itself. Alida and her family and staff could not have done anything better The accommodation was excellent and the food was outstanding. Would highly recommend this lovely Game Lodge for a big or small celebration or just for some get away time.

Beautiful place with super gracious hosts in Wayne and Alida.
Wayne is truly fantastic in his knowledge of the game reserve and the various animals here at the lodge. Wayne and Alida went out of their way to accommodate our extremely different food tastes (being Indian and all) and pulled off perhaps the best culinary experience of our entire tour here in South Africa!
Truly recommend everyone to definitely experience the amazingly thoughtful tents here at the lodge in which we stayed. Was an experience in itself!
Hartenbos Game Lodge - a must visit in South Africa!

I loved the whole experience. The owner and staff were very attentive. We loved the game drive, a real bush feel. The property was stunning. The food excellent.

My husband and I visited the private Game farm during our two week Garden Route holiday. Indescribable views. Game on your doorstep. We had a lively walk and game drive as well. Breakfast is also excellent prepared. The rooms are well equipped and beautiful.

We loved everything and all the staff. Leandra was great and we felt very spoiled and well treated. Breakfast was excellent and very tasty, More than enough. Will def return again.