Welgevonden Game Reserve is situated in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, just 3 hours drive from Johannesburg.

The concept of Welgevonden Game Reserve was the vision of Pienkes du Plessis in 1987. As owner of the original Welgevonden farm, he conceived the idea of extending the area by acquisition of neighbouring farmland, establishing a nature conservancy, and returning the land to its original state of wilderness.

Welgevonden Game Reserve is a declared Heritage Site of 33000 hectares situated in the breathtaking Waterberg Biosphere. This true wildlife environment is home to some of Africa’s most sought after animal species including one of the largest collections of white (square-lip) rhino on private land.

Apart from the Big 5, Welgevonden is also home to a wide range of game and approximately 300 different bird species. Of prime appeal is the fact that the reserve is malaria-free.

Clearwater Lodges comprises two intimate and infinitely luxurious private game lodges. Clearwater Lodges are a haven of tranquillity where you come face to face with the grandeur of Africa's sights, sounds and scents - restoring and revitalising your inner soal. A mere two and a half hours grive from Johannesburg (via Nylstroom and Vaalwater), Clearwater Lodges are located in the magnificent Welgevonder Private Game Reserve. Apart from the Big 5, Welgevonder is also home to a wide range of game and approximately 300 different bird species. The major bonus of the reserve is the fact that it is malaria free.

Tshetshepi Lodge:- is hidden against the mountainside amoungst lush indigenous trees with each chalet enjoying the tranquil trickle of a mountain stream - the ultimate bushveld hideaway.

Kudu Lodge:- is set out on the open Savannah overlooking a waterhole. Lie in luxury and watch page after page of "out of Africa" pass lazily in front of your eyes or sit on the deck and absorb the vastness of Africa.

Each lodge can accommodate a maximum of ten guests (5 doubles rooms). Both lodges have three single units and a family unit (with two bedrooms). All units have a separate bathroom (2 in the case of the family unit), including an outdoor shower. Guests can indulge in the beauty and tranquillity from their own personal deck outside their bedroom.

Clearwater Lodges are a member of the exclusive Relais & Chateaux group of 5-star establishments. The entertaining area (lounge, bar, dining room) of both lodges are surrounded by a wooden deck, where guests cam relax for endless moments or refresh in the pool. Wholesome, ethnic, gourmet food and fine wines are served on the deck, in the dining room or in the rustic boma.

Game drives are undertaken in comfortable loandrovers, generally in the early morning and late afternoon. Walking safaris, under the personal guidance of one of the game rangers, as well as visits to the nearby bushman paintings can also be arranged. The program is however totally flexible and is set to meet with each clint's personal requirements. Clearwater can be a haven for those who need a getaway, an inspiring venue for conferences and the most romantic setting for an intimate wedding.

Rates are fully inclusive of accommodation, 3 meals daily, all snacks and drinks (except imported drinks) and all game drives. Day visits can also be arranged.