Lindani Lodges and Hiking Trails

Waterberg, Limpopo

What if you could press pause on your busy life? Take a few steps away from the city chaos and simply slow life down? That’s exactly what Lindani offers – an escape! Each home is a private sanctuary, fully equipped and furnished to make you feel at home in the bush. Whether you’re a family looking for a bush getaway or a group of friends wanting to do something different, Lindani has 9 unique homes to suit your individual needs. Escape your everyday life and enjoy the countless opportunities to get out into the bush at Lindani.

Our 3 000ha private game farm is situated in a mountain bushveld paradise in the Waterberg 275 kilometers north of Johannesburg. If African bush is calling you, you won’t find a better place to enjoy it than Lindani.

Accommodation

At Lindani you are free to enjoy your stay in whatever way suits you. If you’d like to be left in private, then you will not see a single person during your visit. If you’d like more help, we offer full servicing, catering and child minding. Do the Waterberg YOUR WAY with Lindani.

What’s on offer?

Our farm has plains game ranging from little warthogs to our wonderful giraffe. Come and explore our piece of paradise which offers an abundance of wildlife and a chance to reconnect to what really matters. We have proudly established mountain biking trails that will challenge the experienced and at the same time offer novice riders a very rewarding ride. The design of the trails, the beautiful scenery through which they pass and the complete sense of isolation from the outside world all make mountain biking at Lindani an unforgettable experience.

Accommodation:

Stone House:

The Stone House has a charm of its own and is situated close to the perennial Koperspruit, with expansive lawns overlooking the incredible Waterberg bush. Enjoy nature at its best whilst relaxing on the covered patio with outside furniture.

Sleeps 8.
3 bedrooms (1 en suite, 2 shared bathrooms).
1 en suite rondawel.
4 plate gas stove with oven.
2 fridge/freezers.
Microwave
Dishwasher
Electric Blanket
Bath
Outside Boma

Rates:

Normal Weekdays

Single – R1240.00
Per person – R620.00

Normal Weekends

Single – R1380.00
Per person – R690.00

Peak Season

Single – R1580.00
Per person – R790.00

Skebenga

Skebenga, situated on Lindani East, is on the north facing slope of a wide valley of open fields and bushveld. A charming, thatched lodge elegantly and comfortably furnished with a lapa braai area to provide guests with a special experience. It’s close to beautiful dam and picnic site.

Sleeps 6.
3 bedrooms en suite.
4 plate gas stove with oven.
Microwave
Dishwasher
Electric Blanket
Bath
Outside Boma

Rates:

Normal Weekdays

Single – R1240.00
Per person – R620.00

Normal Weekends

Single – R1380.00
Per person – R690.00

Peak Season

Single – R1580.00
Per person – R790.00

Alden Cottage

Alden Cottage is situated on the section of the farm owned by the son and daughter-in-law of the Lindani owners. Guests have full access to the wonders of Lindani and are free to explore at their own accord. The use of the dam, canoe and picnic site is restricted to Alden guests

Sleeps 4.
2 en suite bedrooms.
4 plate gas stove with oven.
Large fridge/freezer.
Microwave
Dishwasher
Electric Blanket
Bath
Outside Boma

Rates:

Normal Weekdays

Single – R1240.00
Per person – R620.00

Normal Weekends

Single – R1380.00
Per person – R690.00

Peak Season

Single – R1580.00
Per person – R790.00

Thabeng

Thabeng – meaning ‘At the Mountain’ – is set back in the trees giving this cottage its own special charm and overlooks an open field stretching down towards the Koperspruit. No electric kettles, toasters or hair dryers are permitted. Lighting is provided by solar and hot water by gas geysers. No plug points available please bring a car/laptop charger if you need it. No dishwasher.

Sleeps 4 (5th bed possible).
2 large en suite bedrooms.
4 plate gas stove with oven.
Outdoor boma
Outdoor shower
Solar

Rates:

Normal Weekdays

Single – R1240.00
Per person – R620.00

Normal Weekends

Single – R1380.00
Per person – R690.00

Peak Season

Single – R1580.00
Per person – R790.00

Bush Cottage

The Bush Cottage is situated on a plateau with a wonderful view of the rolling Waterberg to the West. With spectacular sunsets it’s an ideal spot for those who wish to get away into the bush for peace and tranquillity. It’s also situated close to hiking and mtb trails for the more active guest! There are no plug points available so please bring a car/laptop charger if you need to. No dishwasher or fans.

Sleeps 4 – 5 guests.
2 bedrooms.
1 bathroom with shower and toilet.
4 plate gas stove with oven.
Fridge/freezer on solar.
Outdoor boma
Outdoor shower
Solar

Rates:

Normal Weekdays

Single – R1240.00
Per person – R620.00

Normal Weekends

Single – R1380.00
Per person – R690.00

Peak Season

Single – R1580.00
Per person – R790.00

Maroela Cottage

Maroela cottage is well situated for quick access to MTB and Hiking Trails, or you can relax at the cottage and make use of the braai area next to the swimming pool. There is a well-frequented waterhole close by. There are no electric kettles, toasters or hair dryers. Hot water is supplied by a gas geyser. No plug points available please bring a car/laptop charger if you need it. No dishwasher.

Sleeps 4.
Downstairs en-suite
Upstairs bedroom with toilet/hand basin)
4 plate gas stove with oven.
Electric fridge/freezer
Outdoor shower

Rates:

Normal Weekdays

Single – R1060.00
Per person – R530.00

Normal Weekends

Single – R1160.00
Per person – R580.00

Peak Season

Single – R1380.00
Per person – R690.00

Motseng

Motseng, meaning ‘At The Village’, is Lindani’s biggest lodge and has the flexibility to be suitable for both large and smaller groups. Motseng is situated against a mountain looking across a wide-open field towards the Melkrivier and a large waterhole where game often comes to drink in the evening. The lodge is close to a rewarding cycling trail as well as two marked walking trails. Motseng has 4 separate fully equipped units each with its own lounge, dining areas, kitchens and patios. Where there is a large group, guests can have their own space in their unit as well as being able to eat and socialize together with everyone in the party at the main house. Ideal for family reunions, landmark birthdays, special interest groups, church groups, cycling clubs, informal weddings etc. It is often used by business teams and is fully equipped as a conference venue. It is child friendly and has been designed as a place for families with children to have fun and spend quality time together.

Sleeps 18.
4 units, 2 en suite
Microwave
Dishwasher
Electric Blanket
Bath
Outside Boma
Games room

Amenities:

A volleyball and badminton court.
An outside lapa for braais large enough for all guests.
A large fenced swimming pool with a toddler section.
Backup generator for power failures.

Ditholo (Main House)

Sleeps 6.
3 bedrooms en suite (1 is wheelchair friendly, 1 has outside shower).

Pitsi (Games Room)

Sleep 4.
2 bedrooms en suite.
Large games room (with fireplace) a TV (DSTV but no cartoon channels) and DVD player, Card table, Pool table, table tennis and a variety of games – this is the ultimate family competition zone!

Phala (The cottage)

Sleeps 4.
2 bedrooms en suite with additional shower outside.

Serolo (The old farmhouse)

Sleeps 4.
2 bedrooms en suite.

Rates:

Normal Weekdays

Single – R1240.00
Per person – R620.00

Normal Weekends

Single – R1380.00
Per person – R690.00

Peak Season

Single – R1580.00
Per person – R790.00

The Loft

The Loft is ideally suited to large groups and families with children. What was an abandoned farm house has been converted into an attractive thatched lodge nestling close to a mountain, mtb and hiking trails and surrounded by beautiful bush.

Sleeps 12 – 13 guests.
2 en suite bedrooms in main house.
3rd bedroom with separate bathroom (shared with upstairs dormitory)
1 outside cottage en suite.
Upstairs loft dormitory with 5 beds (shared bathroom).
4 plate gas stove with oven.
2 Fridge/freezers.
Microwave
Dishwasher
Electric Blanket
Outside Boma

Rates:

Normal Weekdays

Single – R1240.00
Per person – R620.00

Normal Weekends

Single – R1380.00
Per person – R690.00

Peak Season

Single – R1580.00
Per person – R790.00

Molope Tent Camp

Molope Tented camp is very close to the Mountain Hiking Trail and a MTB trail so adventure is at your tent step! There is a kitchen equipped with a wash up sink, large food storage cupboard, ample crockery, cutlery and cookware and a large dining table and benches to gather around during meal times. There is solar electricity to power LED lighting but the solar is not suitable for kettles, toasters/hairdryers. Each raised deck safari tent has a covered patio with chairs and makes for a comfortable camping experience. The lapa braai area is ideal for an evening where memories can be shared and made around a warm fire. No plug points available, please bring a car/laptop charger if you need it. No fans or dishwasher.

Sleeps 8.
4 twin bed safari tents on raised decking, each with it’s own toilet and hand basin.
Seperate ablution with 2 toilets and 2 showers.
1 solar electric fridge and gas tub freezer.
4 plate gas stove with oven.
Outdoor boma
Outdoor Shower
Solar

Rates:

Normal Weekdays

Single – R780.00
Per person – R390.00

Normal Weekends

Single – R850.00
Per person – R425.00

Peak Season

Single – R1000.00
Per person – R500.00

Campsite

The Camp Site is nestled at the base of a beautiful wooded krans and overlooks an expansive game-filled plain. This site has easy access to our rock-climbing, mountain bike and hiking trails, as well as immediate access to The Mountain Trail. Accommodates 16 – 20 people.

Rates:

4 sites
R160.00 pp.pn
Each stand hosts 4 – 5 people.

Discounts:

Children: 50% for children 2-12 years
Long stays: 10% discount for 6 nights or longer
Pensioners: 10% discount weekdays or 6 nights or longer

Admin Fee:

R55.00 once off per reservation.

Lindani is meant for hiking

Lindani is meant for hiking. The topography offers the hiker a wide range of visual and physical experiences – vistas, mountains, valleys, perennial streams, kloofs, towering sandstone cliffs, open savannah bushveld, lichen covered rock formations and a variety of large bushveld trees. The ascents and descents are enough to stretch the legs without being intimidating. Trails are kept clear to acceptable standards and are well marked. A map with contours and profiles is provided.

There are four circular trails enabling hikers to return to their accommodation. For those who want to walk longer distances, the trails are linked in a manner that makes this possible.

Melkrivier Trail – 11.2kms.

Closest lodges – Motseng and Loft. This trail has two fairly steep ascents (160m and 80m), a steep descent, a long gradual descent and stretches of level walking through savannah bushveld and alongside the Melkrivier which runs perennially and has some large pools.

Mountain Trail – 10.1kms.

Closest lodges – Bush Camp and Maroela Camp. Probably the most varied of the four trails, the Mountain Trail circles the ridge of mountains that run from north to south through Lindani. It offers wonderful views of the Waterberg especially from the beacon at the highest point on the farm. While it has no permanent water, it makes up for this by passing through beautiful kloofs and under magnificent trees and coppices.

Koperspruit Trail – 7.6kms.

Closest Lodges – Loft, Stone House and Motseng. Follows the Koperspruit through a mini gorge, then heads across to the Melkrivier before climbing some 110m out of an amphitheatre and descending gradually through typical savannah bushveld to the start on the Koperspruit.

Kloof Trail – 7.3kms.

Closest Lodges – Stone House and Bush Camp. Shares the same stretch of the Koperspruit with the Koperspruit Trail before following a watercourse up a narrow kloof – an ascent of about 160m. It then returns to the Koperspruit across an open plain, along another watercourse and finally through a small ‘forest’.

While the trails are primarily intended for the benefit of guests staying at Lindani’s lodges, up to 12-day visitors per day can hike the trails by prior arrangement with the office. An indemnity form must be signed.

Lindani also offers special rates to hiking clubs that opt to bring a large group to stay at one of the bigger lodges.