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Izingwe Lodge

Welgevonden Game Reserve

"Arrive as Guests, Leave as Friends "

Izingwe Lodge is the creation of world renowned Interior Architectural Designer, Dallas based, Trisha Wilson.

Sleeping six guests and only booked on an exclusive use basis, you are guaranteed a tailor-made safari experience.
During your stay you have the lodge and its facilities for your sole use.

Situated in the 36,000-hectare, malaria free Welgevonden Private Game Reserve there are no limitations as
can be affiliated with National Parks.

Welgevonden is home to the “Big 5” and often overlooked Cheetah.

Meet your hosts

Angus and Marion are a husband-and-wife team who have been managing Izingwe since January 2000.

Angus is your safari guide with a BTech Degree in Nature Conservation. His passion for conservation is evident as he involves guests in the fine art of tracking, identifying birds and enjoying every aspect of the African bush.

Marion has a BSc degree in Town and Regional Planning. They met in the bush in the mid 90’s and she has never plied her trade, the bush was more attractive. She is very accomplished in the kitchen and proudly produces fresh, healthy meals for the guests.

Guests Testimonials

Alan and Beth Lee

Washington DC, USA

Thank you so much for helping our family make memories to last a lifetime! Your hospitality and kindness made our experience unreplicable! We didn’t just see the animals, we got to know them a little bit and see their world. Thanks for doing the safari “the right way” so we could really learn and appreciate their environment.

Todd and Pilar Bleakley

Dallas, Texas, USA

The Lodge, the drives, the food, the conversation and the friendship will last in my memory for a lifetime. We are already planning our next visit and can only hope that it will be sooner than later.

Christine and Rick Bushell

Paris, France

Thank you for such an amazing visit; fabulous game viewing; perfect weather and such kindness, hospitality and humour – we have had a super time.

Andrew Muir

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

This reserve is very special and has a sense of place, a soul and is a celebration of biodiversity and legacy. One of my best memories of this place is how the team at Izingwe works together to ensure that you are immersed in this beautiful landscape and your full senses are used to experience nature first hand whilst enjoying the best services and hosting.

Oprah Winfrey

Chicago, USA

This is what a doctor would have ordered had he or she known about Izingwe. It’s a beautiful “God” Space. You’re so blessed to have it and I thank you for blessing me by sharing it. Marion and Angus made us all want to move in.

Sam Blake

Chicago, USA

What an experience! Having travelled the world, this is what I call a special place. Relaxing, comfortable, beautiful, peaceful, charming, etc. Once in a lifetime “Out of Africa” experience. Your hospitality is second to none.

Bay and Bob Innamorati

Dallas, Texas, USA

Our experience has been unbelievable…the herd of “40 plus” elephants; eland pronking; elephants drinking out of the swimming pool; baboons fighting the cheetah; zebra; giraffe; birds and of course, the King of the Lions was the best. Your warm hospitality and incredible generosity were awesome. Angus and Marion were so gracious with his expert field guiding and driving and Marion’s endearing hosting.

Margaret McMahon

New York, USA

Izingwe is magical, beautiful, welcoming and more than I ever imagined but what is most special of all is the incredible people who made this an experience of a lifetime. Your passion about the bush and more importantly, the people and children of the area who you care so deeply for, is a great inspiration.

Barbara and Martin Rotteveel

Durban, South Africa

Thank you so much for a wonderful bush experience. Angus’ tracking prowess is second to none. Marion and the staff gave us an amazing culinary experience.

David Arment

Dallas, Texas, USA

Our favourite spot in the world. Family is a word we use a lot here and it encompasses so much of what makes Izingwe so special.

Steve and Nicky Fitzgerald

Johannesburg, South Africa

Thank you all for a perfectly perfect story – from the warm welcome, the beautiful lodge, heaps of delicious food and fantastic animals, every moment was memorable. But very best of all was the Izingwe family – thank you for spoiling us, making us laugh, surprising us and making us feel so special.

George Lister

UT South Western, USA

The relaxing, educational and intriguing sights at the Lodge and in the wild were a treat beyond my imagination.

Libby Moore

Chicago, USA

Thank you for all forms of love so apparent here at Izingwe…from every physical detail to all of the love in the relationships formed…to the animals and other creatures to the sacred land. We will hold dear every moment of stillness, excitement and profundity we experienced here…and share with the world all it has transformed on us.

Izingwe Lodge

Welgevonden Game Reserve

"Arrive as Guests, Leave as Friends "

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About Welgevonden

About Welgevonden

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Meet your hosts

Guests Testimonials

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