Inzalo Safari Lodge

A 2.5-hour drive or a 45-minute flight from Johannesburg into one of the reserve’s two airstrips, makes the Welgevonden one of the most accessible premier malaria-free reserves in the country.

Inzalo Lodge, a Zulu name suggesting "to be reborn", is situated along the Sterkstroom River, where each of the five luxurious tented safari suites provides panoramic views of the river and Waterberg sandstone cliff beyond. The main lodge is an airy and welcoming retreat, with large open spaces extending onto an expansive deck and bar area with spectacular views. Each suite has been positioned to provide maximum privacy and breath-taking views, with room features including a private deck with splash pool, outdoor showers, well-stocked bar fridge and more. 

Owned and managed by Dave and Henriette Rieger, together with their passionate and dedicated team, Inzalo Lodge offers the opportunity to escape, explore and immerse oneself in the daily rhythm of the African bush. Safari experiences abound and include daily game drives, on-site birding, river walks, track and sign identification, bush walks, visits to San paintings, bush picnics and more.

The development and transformation of local rural communities is a key factor in enhancing protected area management for the biosphere. Local communities are enabled to actively participate in the protection and preservation of the area. Conservation projects abound and the Welgevonden Game Reserve maintains a low human footprint, limiting the number of lodges and guests allowed within the reserve, providing guests with the opportunity to enjoy unrestricted views of the beautiful habitat and unique wildlife.