Sekala Private Game Lodge

The game drives, food and accommodation was exceptional!

Very comfortable and spacious room with super comfy bed and crisp linen. All appliances that you would need - very well appointed. Lovely, friendly staff intent on making my stay as relaxed and pleasant as possible. Really knowledgeable rangers. I learned so much about the ecology of the bush, the game and the predators. Throughly recommend Sekala.

The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful. I must specifically commend Patrick, the game ranger, who went above and beyond to ensure a wonderful experience. The room was well-equipped and comfortable, and the lodge area was inviting, with spacious and comfortable open spaces offering a delightful view.

At times, there has been a lack of coordination among the staff, and I have noticed the absence of a lodge manager overseeing operations to ensure a seamless experience. An instance of this was the kitchen offering a substantial Christmas lunch and a large breakfast just 2.5 hours apart, which felt somewhat overwhelming. Additionally, during the Christmas lunch, a power failure occurred, resulting in cold buffet food. This situation could have been mitigated with a few burners or by opting for a plated meal. Improved communication to guests, for example during the check-out and departure process, would have been beneficial, as guests had to inquire. Furthermore, one game drive was notably lengthy (6 hours). On the way back to the gate it started raining. No rain coats were available and guests had to cover themselves with blankets. While these may be considered minor points, addressing them could have significantly enhance the overall experience.

Great central location meant less driving to reach game. The main building was great, so was the chef (Pianos). Also, a very special thanks to Mike, our Ranger, who was phenomenal and found all the game we were looking for and placed us in great situations for interesting photography.

Our chalet was very hot at night, particularly when load shedding was happening. The water hole is too far from the main building to see game, particularly at night as the lighting was very poor.

Breakfast was excellent with various choices. Location in the beautiful Waterberg special.

Nothing to report.

Away from city really in the bush peace and tranquility,Game drives and view from the restaurant area. It was my birthday weekend chef baked me a cake and got a Moet.

The hour wait at the gate to be fetched.Cars are parked at gate and a game drive car fetches you. So getting to lodge from the gate is a bit of a long drive you park your car at gate and the game drive car fetches you(which is nice). Patrick called me earlier in the day asking about estimated arrival and I told him but then we arrived later than expected traffic and all.I tried calling him couple of times maybe 2 hours before and then again closer to place there was no response. Also tried the lodge number it wasn't coming through.When we arrived we waited over an hour luckily another lodges car was so nice they gave us a ride if it wasn't for them we would have waited almost 2 hours.In this time still no communication from our lodge.When we arrived Patrick was not apologetic even though he did apologize he had I did not care in his face.The driver who gave us a lift made us feel more welcome than Patrick .There is something called black on black discrimination he was even surprised I had a driver's license I do look a bit younger maybe he thought this young child maybe that's y he treated us that way the day we arrived.I do not normally write horrible reviews but he really started my birthday weekend on a sour note. If he had given a heartfelt apology I would have not written this. Also even if he didn't give me that apology but he made us feel welcome I wouldn't have I really did not feel welcome the day we arrived.Things did improve a bit. I must say the waiter worker Lucas really made us feel welcome always smiling so welcoming and chef was great and rest of the workers.

Great location. Exactly as advertised. Food was really excellent.

Helipad not big enough 😂

Everything was great during our stay! The lodge is very beautiful and immersed in the nature. Every single one from the staff has been amazing, and Patrick was the best ranger we could have hope for! The food was also amazing! We would definitely come back

I would recommend to add a net over the bed to prevent insects to bother guests while sleeping.

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