Welgevonden Game Reserve Travel Guide: Top Sights in South africa,

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Welgevonden Game Reserve- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; South Africa; 5 Reviews

Suggested Duration: 6 hours

Welgevonden Game Reserve spans 38,200 hectares within South Africa's Limpopo Province and forms part of the UNESCO-declared Waterberg Biosphere Reserve. Its terrain is defined by elevated plateaus, rugged valleys, and kloofs, ranging from 1,080 to 1,800 meters above sea level. This topographic variation supports a wide array of ecosystems, making the reserve a stronghold for biodiversity. Established as a protected area with a focus on ecological integrity, Welgevonden maintains strict conservation practices, including being a malaria-free and non-self-drive reserve, which helps minimize environmental disturbance. The reserve supports over 50 mammal species, including all members of the Big Five, as well as a significant population of white rhino—among the largest on any private reserve in Africa. Its habitats range from open grasslands to woodlands, attracting large antelope herds, predators like cheetah, and elusive nocturnal species such as pangolins, aardvarks, and brown hyenas. Birdlife is equally rich, with more than 300 species recorded, including breeding pairs of the rare blue crane. Visitors to Welgevonden engage in guided safaris that emphasize conservation, tracking, and immersive learning in one of South Africa's most ecologically diverse private reserves.

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Reviews of Welgevonden Game Reserve

Colin Timm

2
Reviewed: 2025-04-06

They'd had a lot of rain and roads through the reserve were quite challenging. The area is extremely rocky and less than ideal for game reserve. For me the lowveld (around Kruger) is far better for a true safari. Game was limited and a challenge to see Lion and Leopard. Lots of buck and Rhino. Seems as if they don't quite have the balance right. They won't allow going off roads and paths, so at times you may only see animals at a distance. All said, we enjoyed our time. Our guide was terrific, and we did see elephant up close.
Joshaal Harry

5
Reviewed: 2024-09-07

Absolutely stunning reserve with plenty of beautiful animals. It was an amazing break from the city life and a definite must see!!
Retsibilwe Dolamo

4
Reviewed: 2023-11-22

An awesome, unforgettable experience. The staff were just magnificent. Spent my birthday in tranquility and was made to feel extra special.
Aleksandra Kocic

5
Reviewed: 2023-01-13

The most memorable couple of days spent over the Christmas period at the game reserve. Stunning early morning drives and breathtaking sundowners in the wild. I never expected to see quite so much flora and fauna. Due to the rains everything was bursting with life. The cheetahs and leopards were the only elusive animals we did not come across on this visit, everything else was abundant.
live-love-laugh

5
Reviewed: 2022-01-10

Fantastic game reserve. We were fortunate to see 4 the big 5 animals. Great quality sightings as per pictures. I also liked the weather and beautiful nature out there.