20 March 2007

Ivory Tree Lodge

Ivory Tree Lodge


Ivory Tree Game Lodge is situated in the north eastern region of the Pilanesberg National Park, the closest point of entry is through Bakgatla Gate.
Nestled in the basin of an ancient amphitheatre divided by riverine woodlands and elephant trails lies an exclusive lodge development site. The central facility includes a stunning feature pool, bar, conference room, dinning room, boma, reception and curio shop.
Features:
60 luxury suites.
Suites are air-conditioned.
Full en-suite facilities including outside showers.
Hot beverage facilities.
Boma.
Conference room.
Curio shop.
Children are accommodated with adults.
60 double suites are located on the edges of the amphitheater basin, each features full en suite bathroom, mini bar fridges, air-conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities.
The Ivory Tree Safari Experience
Most of our guests are at Ivory Tree for the thrill of the open vehicle safari. Ivory Tree uses custom built 10 seater open game viewers which permit maximum all around visibility. The park is home to a wide variety of general game including the Big 5, in addition both species of rhino occur, namely black and white, and cheetah and wild dog. Each group of guests is assigned a personal guide who is tasked with interpreting the sights and sounds of the African bush. Your guide will spend time with you at dinners aswell and is always around to ensure that you remain comfortable during your stay with us.


Decorated in a range of earthy tones ranging from terra cottas to deep blues, the rooms have been carefully co-ordinated to ensure comfortable seating both indoors and out. The standard configuration includes two twin beds and in a limited number of rooms it is possible for to offer a king size bed.
It is also possible to introduce a third bed into the room in the event that a child / children wish to share with parents. It is not possible to add a fourth bed.
Ivory Tree Game Lodge boasts 60 luxury suites. Each features the following;
Air conditioners which provide heating and cooling.
En-suite bathroom and outside shower.
Covered patio.
Tea and coffee making facilities.
Mini bar fridge.


15 March 2007

Phantom Forest Eco Reserve

Phantom Forest Eco Reserve.
The Phantom Forest Eco Reserve, on the southern Cape coast of South Africa, in the heart of the magnificent Garden Route... whispers a very special magic. Nestling in the Afromontane Forest, with endless views, shared only with our Fish Eagles, the large and elevated luxury 'tree suites' are an African celebration of natural textures.

Fill your senses with the enchantment of the Phantom Forest .... from the secretive Bushbuck, shy tiny Duiker, and flashy Knysna lourie,....... to the evocative 'tree suites' ......... a feast for the soul from our sensual forest bathrooms where one can gaze at the African night sky while listening to the music of Nature........to savouring the stunning International cuisine served in the Forest Boma or feasting Morrocan style at the 'Chutzpah' tingling the tastebuds with the exotic flavours of North Africa .......to getting in touch with your spirit at the Body Boma where our therapists will pamper you from head to toe.

Perhaps you may decide to take a picnic paddling up the river...or maybe a soak in the Bubble Barrel ..... or maybe a cocktail or two at the Eyrie watching the sun set over the lagoon......or maybe a lazy read by one of the pools........or ......... Dinner in the Boma at Phantom Forest is a 6 course gourmet feast.
Cuisine style is new age/international with local flavour and influence. For strict vegetarians (i.e. no fish) and vegans, we do require advance notice. We have a Moroccan eatery/restaurant called the Chutzpah! Here the style is informal, communal dining around a low long L -shaped table with colourful suede leather beanbags as seating. Cuisine style is North African/Moroccan, 6 courses are served feasting style.

The Chutzpah needs a minimum number of 10 guests to open. The Body Boma offers treatments such as Full Body Massage, Reiki, Shiatsu, Swedish, Facials etc, and a wet treatment area (Vichy Shower) with mineral and mud wraps. Treatments are not inclusive in the tariff. Should you be interested in treatments do make enquires at time of booking.