Shepherd's Tree Game Lodge

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aha Rate Sheet Notes:

• Rates are SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY, sold on a first come, first serve basis.
• Rates are valid for travel from 1 - 28 February 2023
• Rates are quoted per couple per 2 night’s packages unless otherwise stated.
• Rates excludes any items not mentioned, i.e. Community levies, conservation fees, beverages and items of a personal nature
• Single rate is a 50% supplement of the sharing rate.
• South African properties Inclusive of VAT @ 15% subject to change
• Subject to change without prior notification
• Excludes all Community / Conservation levies.

• Within 4 weeks: cancellation policy with 20% Cancellation fees
• Within 2 weeks: cancellation policy with 50% Cancellation fees
• Within 1 week: cancellation policy with 100% Cancellation fees

• Rate includes all meals and 2 game drives daily
• Standard Suite Rate is per person sharing per night
• Executive Suite, Family Suite and Villa rates are room rates
• Rates excludes any items not mentioned or that of a personal nature
• Rate excludes Community levy at R 125 per person per stay
• (Subject to change as and when advised by North West National Park)
• Single rate is a 50% supplement of the sharing rate.
• Children between the ages 6 – 12 years will pay 50% of the adultsharing rate.
• Children over 12 are charged as adults.
• The above Conservation Levies are subject to change.
• Single rate is a 50% supplement of the sharing rate.

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Situated in an exclusive-use area, aha Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge offers a variety of activities that go well beyond conventional game drives! Get the latest information about Pilanesberg activities and the award-winning Amani Spa at our reception.

BIG 5 GAME DRIVES
Don’t miss out on exciting morning and evening game drives in an open safari vehicle that takes guests out into the Big 5’s territory in Pilanesberg Game Reserve.

LIVE MUSIC
Experience the African culture under a starlit sky with a percussion band and interactive drumming circles, ensuring a joyous night around the campfire.

PILANESBERG INFO TALKS
Join us for informative talks by knowledgeable game rangers to better understand the Pilanesberg environment and African naturescape.

aha SHEPHERD’S TREE & AMANI SPA

Relax in the lap of luxury at the award-winning* Amani Spa, offering three spacious private treatment rooms that command an impressive vista of the expansive bushveld amphitheatre. You can enjoy holistic rejuvenating spa rituals, luxurious massages, pampering facials and other beauty treatments. For an intimate retreat, try the couple’s suite with its hydro bath!

*Awarded the Safari Spa Award at the prestigious Les Nouvelles Esthetiques in 2007 and 2013.

Guests at aha Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge are invited to enjoy delectable cuisine in our gourmet restaurant or outside at the boma in a bushveld setting a mere 2.5 hours’ drive from Johannesburg.

SHEPHERD'S TREE GAME LODGE - FACILITIES

Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge’s facilities and services ensure leisure and convenience for our adventure-seeking guests. After a busy day spent outdoors, you can get the relaxation you deserve at the award-winning Amani Spa, which offers holistic body, skin, and beauty rituals. Get a soothing massage while enjoying the view of the lodge’s bushveld amphitheatre.

Other facilities and services that guests can enjoy are:

• Babysitting or childcare (with surcharge)
• Bar/lounge
• Barbecue grill(s)
• Children’s pool
• Computer station
• Concierge services
• Conference centre
• Designated smoking areas
• Dry cleaning/laundry service
• Free self parking
• Meeting room
• Outdoor pool
• Pool sun loungers
• Restaurant
• Tours/ticket assistance
• Wi-Fi (with surcharge)

SHEPHERD'S TREE GAME LODGE - LOCATION

Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge is located in the North West province, approximately 2.5 hours drive from Johannesburg. Situated in a private concession within the Pilanesberg National Park, our malaria-free property is host to a wide variety of mammals and bird species found in the Big 5.

The property is close to the following tourist spots:

• Ukutula Lion Park
• The Gary Player Golf Course
• Sun City

 (Valid from 01 January – 31 December 2023)

Conferencing

• Full Day Conference R 10 500
• Half Day Confernce R 5 300
• Full DCP Rate R880
• Half DCP Rate with Lunch R625
• Half DCP Rate no Lunch R400
• Data Projector and PA System Included as part of conferencing package
• Tele-conferencing phone hire R1,000 / day – Data call usage included
  

Meals

• Breakfast R 300 per person
• Lunch R 400 per person
• Dinner R 475 per person
• Tea/coffee/snack breaks R 175 per person

Entertainment

• Marimba Band (1 hours) R12 000
• Tribal Dancing (1 hour) R15 000
• Interactive Drumming R 300 per person
• African Choir (1/2 hour) R12 000 per person

Additional Services

• Baby Sitting R 250 per hour (max 2 children)
• Exclusive Vehicle R 5 500 per vehicle per drive
• Bushwalk (depending on availability) R1 500 / Person 2.5 - 3 Hours
• Romantic Turndown R 750
• Bath Butler Turndown Service R1 500

Sundowners

• Gin Experience R6 000 for 15pax or less, R 40pp for 16pax +
• Wine and Cheese Experience R6 500 for 15pax or less, R 425pp for 16pax +

All rates quoted include 15% VAT

All rates for South African properties include a 1% South African tourism development levy

Check in time is from 14h00 and check out time is by 10h00 at all aha properties.

Game Lodges Policy:

• Children: 0 - 5 years of age
•  Stay free of charge only when sharing with two full paying adults, meals charged on consumption
• Children: 6 - 11 years of age
•  Pay 50% of the adult sharing rate when sharing with two full paying adults Full adult rate applicable if occupying their own room
• Children: 12 years & older
•  Occupy their own room and pay full adult rate
•  Where a child shares with 1 adult the adult sharing rate applies.
• Children under the age of 12 years will be accommodated on special children's game drives. This is subject to availability and at the discretion of the lodge manager.

Terms and Conditions

• Rates are inclusive of
• All meals, teas, snacks, 2 game drives per person per day and TOMSA 1%

Rates excludes

• all drinks,
• curio purchases,
• laundry and items of a personal nature
• Conservation Levy R115 per guest per stay. Subject to change as and when advised by North West National Parks
• Park Levy from 1 Jan 2023 R145 per guest per stay

Please see below the standard booking terms and conditions:
 
CANCELLATION POLICY  

If a booking is cancelled after confirmation, a 20% cancellation fee will apply.

60 – 30 days prior to arrival 50%
29 – 15 days prior to arrival 75%
14- 1 days prior to arrival 100%
Refunds where agreed are subject to a 10% administration fee.
Cancellations will only be accepted in writing

Deposit Policy

For all bookings made within 30 days of travel
Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

For all bookings made more than 30 days of travel
A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the balance 30 days prior to arrival. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

Standard Room: Maximum of 2 adults
Family Suites: Maximum of 4 adults and 2 children under the age of 12
Executive Suites: Maximum of 2 adults and 2 children

Babysitting facilities are offered at R152/ sitter/ hr.
Children between the ages of 6 and 12 are permitted on safari at the sole discretion of the manager or guide.
Children under the age of 6 are not permitted on game drives.
Sole use vehicle is available to facilitate families at an additional cost of R4 235 per vehicle per game drive.
 

Conferencing

• Full day conference R10,500
• Half Day Conference R5,300
• Wifi – Usage Included as part of conferencing package
• Data Projector Included as part of conferencing package
• PA system Included as part of conferencing package
• Flipcharts Included as part of conferencing package
• Tele-conferencing phone hire R1,000 / day – Data call usage included