One of the main features of a safari is a 4x4 game drive. Our experienced guiding teams will impart their knowledges on the local flora & fauna, offering fantastic photographic opportunities for our guests. They look forward to answering all of our guests’ questions. It is important to note that the animals are generally habituated to the vehicles, allowing our guides to ethically & safely approach wildlife within close proximity. However, animals always have the right of way, and our guides are aware of animal behaviour, affording them the final decision on when to approach or leave a sighting. All game drives are conducted in open 4 x 4 Land Rovers with canvas roof cover, shielding our guests from the elements. Blankets and hot water bottles are provided during crisp winter days, and rain ponchos are supplied during the rainy season.

The Billy's Lodge wine cellar is very unique in that it is built into a rocky outcrop underneath the deck, paying tribute to the early inhabitants of the area. The wine cellar is cozy and sophisticated, as well as having a good variety of South African wines. A glass-topped knob thorn display table adds an element of nature to this intimate cellar, while soft lighting and long stories told by owners or hosts, add to the wonderful ambience.

Every game drive includes a leg-stretch at sunset, at which point, guides unpack a cooler box containing refreshments and snacks. A safari tradition known as 'sundowners' is an opportunity to set foot on the African soil and admire the surrounding bush as the sun sets, while sipping on an ice-cold drink. And as an added feature, we also offer Amarula Liqueur on our morning game drive stops. Nothing quite like a bush coffee!!!