• Activities
    Activities

Things to do at Bushveld Bivouac

Unlike many reserves in the area, and bearing in mind that Bushveld Bivouac is ideal for walking and cycling, we have a network of beautiful walking trails and gravel roads for mountain biking.

Take a book and something to drink and head for The Hide at the waterhole to watch the (animal) world go by. See how many of the bird calls from the birds on our bird list, or plants and animals you can identify – and we’ll be delighted to hear of any new sightings or callings to add to the collection. Please remember, however, that while we walk and cycle here daily, this is a bush environment and must be treated with the respect it deserves.

Guided and birding walks

Walks on the reserve with a fully qualified professional guide can be arranged but must be booked when reserving your stay and paid in advance.

Spa treatments

Hoedspruit and the surrounding area offer several world-class spas. Treatments can also be arranged in the privacy of your own deck should you prefer. Treatments are dependent on availability & must be booked a minimum of 5 days in advance.

Game drives

Game drives on our reserve can be pre-booked and are an additional cost per person including refreshments. We will also be delighted to arrange for day trips to the nearby Kruger Park with a reputable local guide. TIMES: Summer AM (06:30-08:30) PM (16:30 – 18:30) | Winter AM (07:00 – 09:00) PM (16:00 – 18:00)

Catering

Although Bushveld Bivouac is self-catering, we offer a range of delicious picnic baskets that can be delivered to your unit, as well as a limited range of pre-cooked meals that you can heat up.

Shopping

Both Hoedspruit and Phalaborwa have a number of excellent and well-stocked supermarkets and Samey’s Viva Garage diagonally opposite the entrance to the reserve has a not-to-be-missed butchery along with a range of essential goods as well as a good choice of wine, beer and spirits. Hoedspruit also has the added advantage of a first-rate vegan food shop, several pharmacies, and a number of quaint local shops offering everything from curios to beautiful linen wear.

Bike rental

We have both eBikes and mountain bikes available to rent | Additional cost. Pre-booking is essential | Rental includes tyre repair kit and helmet. To match the correct size bike to a rider, please provide all riders’ heights at the time of booking.

Grocery shopping service before arrival

Additional cost. Please enquire.

Sunset/sunrise drive on Bushveld Bivouac

Additional cost. Please enquire.

Cycling

Bring your own and explore our tracks to your heart’s content.

Bush walks

Either alone or with us should you prefer company.

Birding

Bushveld Bivouac has incredible birding possibilities.

Tree-spotting

Bushveld Bivouac has wonderful diversity of trees, shrubs and flowers.

Chilling on your private deck

Cooling off in your private plunge pool | Star-gazing

Airport shuttle

Additional cost. Please enquire.

Extras

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