Leshiba Wilderness
Soutpansberg Mountains, Louis Trichardt 0920 South Africa
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Leshiba Wilderness is a private game reserve on top of the Soutpansberg Mountains with over 380 indigenous tree species and abundant animal and bird life. Walk amongst wildlife, along spectacular trails through forests, across plains, down breathtaking gorges with sparkling pools. Visit Bushmen caves with ancient rock art. Enjoy sundowner game drives and look out for giraffe, zebra, leopard and porcupines. Accommodation includes the extraordinary Venda Art Lodge created together with acclaimed local artist, Noria Mabasa and Hamasha Bush Camp remotely situated and nestled within a spectacular amphitheatre of high cliffs. Escape to your own private hideaway in two luxury suites with endless views across the valley and private plunge pools. Pure cotton linen, delicious baths, candlelight and solar lamps add to the romance. Malaria Free. Fair Trade accredited. An Unforgettable Experience!
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Free parking
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Soutpansberg Mountains, Louis Trichardt 0920 South Africa
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Fabulous 3 night stay. Will definitely stay longer next time. Hamasha is excellently appointed with everything you could need. Amazing views, fabulous hikes and cold mountain stream swims. Birding was fabulous. Amazing service from the staff. Will definitely be back. Thanks for a great few days.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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We spent 4 nights at Leshiba in the Farmhouse. It was extremely well equipped and comfortable for all the family. The food was excellent and all the staff made us so welcome. The walking and game drives were enjoyed by all the family. The sunrises over the mountains were very special. Would have no concerns about recommending Leshiba to anyone.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Response from Lara Luis, Marketing at Leshiba Wilderness
Responded 22 Aug 2023
Hi there, Russell family! Thank you so much for taking the time for your wonderful review. We are so glad that you had a wonderful stay with us! You have a wonderful friendly, funning, charming family. We utterly enjoyed you staying with us. Hope to see you all again soon! Kindest regards, from Kathy & Peter, Erinn, Lara, Joyce, Lukas and the whole Leshiba family
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We booked high-end suit, and took high-end package, we were very disappointed, it seems like there are serious budget constrains that are disadvantaging the customer. Maybe self- catering option will be more valuable.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Response from Lara Luis, Marketing at Leshiba Wilderness
Responded 22 Aug 2023
Hi there Ntokozo. I am sorry to hear that you were disappointed. If your concerns had been brought to our attention during your stay, we could have catered to your specific needs. Please do contact me to discuss how we could have improved your stay. Kind regards, Lara and the Leshiba team
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What a special treasure nestled in the Soutpansberg wildreness. Hamasha Camp is everything a family could wish for to get away from the city & enjoy the peace & tranquility of nature. Adventurous hiking in the day & star-studded nights around the fire make this a fabulous place to get away from it all. The camp is so well stocked with everything well thought out. We could have stayed for a month & will be back!
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Response from Lara Luis, Marketing at Leshiba Wilderness
Responded 22 Aug 2023
Hi there, Cheryl and Simon. Thank you so much for your kind review! We are thrilled that your family enjoyed your stay with us, at our Hamasha Camp. We hope to have you back again soon. Kindest regards.
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The friendliest people! Peter our game ranger was a walking encyclopaedia. He has so much knowledge to share! The beauty and serenity is to be treasured. I also had the privilege of staying in a luxe room... stunning!
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: If you don't have a 4 x 4, they will fetch you from the bottom of the hill. Your car is perfectly...
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Response from Kathryn Straughan, General Manager at Leshiba Wilderness
Responded 04 Jul 2023
We loved that you loved staying with us. Thank you for taking the time to post your review. We can't wait to have you back. Warmest wishes Kathryn and the Leshiba Team
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Leshiba is an extraordinary gem nestled in South Africa's breathtaking Soutpansberg region. With its awe-inspiring landscapes, and staff that goes above and beyond, this place is truly remarkable. The friendly atmosphere and stunning surroundings make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a magnificent experience. I will return soon.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Response from Lara Luis, Marketing at Leshiba Wilderness
Responded 29 Jun 2023
Hi Carla. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We loved having you, and look forward to your next visit. Hopefully soon!
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Our experience at Leshiba Wilderness was very bad we were dealing with very unprofessional stuff, not kind and made our trip very bad traveling all the way from Gauteng to be offered bad services,the road to get to the lodge is in the worst condition were we are forced to pay for their transport to arrive at the lodge at an extra cost because the fail to fix their roads ,the parking area is so bad with no security,no proper gates which forces us to even cancel the reservation. The experience was the worst.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Response from Kathryn Straughan, General Manager at Leshiba Wilderness
Responded 08 Jun 2023
Good Day Israel I have read through many of our previous reviews and the one stand out comment in almost all of them is about our professional, kind and considerate staff. In light of this and taking into account that all of us at Leshiba pride ourselves on our hospitality and service delivery, I would like to respond to your review as follows. When you called to book with us for a last minute late booking, we went out of our way to accommodate you. You were offered a discounted rate and it was carefully explained to you where we are situated on top of a mountain and that our gravel access roads are not suitable for low clearance sedan vehicles. You clearly acknowledged this and confirmed that you understood and made the booking with us. We offer a mountain transfer service at an extra cost and you chose to make use of this service. We do not own the property where our guest's vehicles are parked and have an arrangement with our neighbour for vehicles to be parked on his property at our guest's own risk. This is normal as no parking area anywhere in the country holds itself liable for anyone's vehicles. The majority of our international guests make use of this service and in 30 years we have never had anyone complain about it. On arrival at the parking, you were angry and you refused to leave your vehicle at the parking. Our guide contacted our Reservations lady who went out of her way to try and understand your point of view and you were verbally abusive towards her to the point that she was in tears. She then contacted me and I spoke to our guide and explained that we had no alternative parking options other than bringing your vehicle up the mountain and we tried to reassure you that your vehicle would be fine. You were not open or willing to listen. You demanded a full refund from us. Our policy clearly indicates that same day cancellations are not refundable and yet we refunded you in full. As a responsible consumer, you chose to come to us. You went on to our website and we can only assume you saw where we are located and read through our offerings. You chose not to leave your vehicle and to cancel your reservation even though you were treated with respect and understanding and that we went out of our way to try and reassure and accommodate you. We find it very distressing that you have felt the need to slander our service and professionalism with a salacious review that is not factually correct and gives people an incorrect view of all that we are and what we offer. We are very clear and honest about the fact that we are an off road destination with gravel road access. The area where your vehicle is parked has a locked gate and we find it unfortunate that you felt that you would rather cancel your reservation and not experience our outstanding hospitality and very special destination rather than leave your vehicle at the parking area. We have reported your review to Tripadvisor for incorrect and damaging information and should it remain here, we hope that people will take the time to read our response and consider that you had a very brief interaction with us, that we went out of our way to be kind, understanding and considerate and that you chose not to stay with us, not because of any bad service on our behalf but rather because you chose not to leave your vehicle, a decision made by you that was completely out of our hands. I hope that they would read our other reviews and see that this is an isolated incident with no real reflection on Leshiba or our service.
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Leshiba is a phenomenal experience. The views are amazing and the people at Leshiba warm and welcoming. We learned a lot about plants, wildlife and ancient rock art on the bush walks. We should have stayed much longer and will definitely return to this wonderful exceptional place.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Response from Kathryn Straughan, General Manager at Leshiba Wilderness
Responded 01 Jun 2023
Dear Sebastiaan, thank you for your special words. We are delighted you loved your stay with us and discovered the beauty in all we have to offer. We look forward to having you back here one day. Our warmest wishes Kathryn and the Leshiba Team
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I had the fortune to visit the Leshiba Wilderness. This is Earth as one wishes it to be: clean, green, wild, with gorges and rocky crags, extraordinary wild animals and the milky way above one's head at night. With hiking trails into gorges and onto mountain tops, and game drives, we had an extraordinary time. Everything at Leshiba is personal, even the animals, it all feels accessible and friendly, even though it is the true wild. In a nutshell: It was very, very hard to drive away. And i will certainly return.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Kathryn Straughan, General Manager at Leshiba Wilderness
Responded 01 Jun 2023
What a beautiful review! Thank you so much for taking the time to put your feelings about Leshiba into very special words. We look forward to your return. Warm wishes Kathryn and the Leshiba Team
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Soul-rest is so important and yet overlooked more than tended to. So, when you’re feeling tired and rundown, head to Leshiba Wilderness, a secluded oasis to recover in Nature. The views are mesmerizing - Tranquility pure!
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Response from Kathryn Straughan, General Manager at Leshiba Wilderness
Responded 01 Jun 2023
Thank you for your special review. We are indeed a perfect escape from the rest of the world when you need to get away and reconnect with nature. We hope you visit again soon. Warm wishes Kathryn and the Leshiba Team
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US$361 - US$370 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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South AfricaLimpopo ProvinceLouis Trichardt
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Leshiba Wilderness
What are some of the property amenities at Leshiba Wilderness?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Leshiba Wilderness?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Leshiba Wilderness?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Leshiba Wilderness have airport transportation?
Yes, Leshiba Wilderness offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Leshiba Wilderness?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Afrikaans.
Does Leshiba Wilderness have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.