Becks Safari Lodge

Limpopo Province South Africa.

- Heléne Ramackers

The latest addition to the Karongwe Portfolio is the charming Becks Safari Lodge, situated in South Africa’s Limpopo Province.

The motto of Karongwe Portfolio ‘one experience, a thousand moments’ is very apt when enjoying a stay at Becks Safari Lodge, which is certainly what you can expect here. With only eleven suites, you can be assured that exclusivity and tranquillity reign.

After a short drive from the Becks gate to the entrance of the lodge, we are met by Sam Gendle, Armand du Toit and Tammy Nolting and their merriment in welcoming us is contagious. A refresher towel and a wonderfully cooling non-alcoholic drink is a preview to the amazing service and fare at Becks. Once the indemnity signing is out of the way, we are taken to our room, which is very spacious in size. Don’t let the exterior fool you – the charcoal coloured façade might not seem the ideal fit for the Bush, but the interior is refreshingly sublime and stylishly furnished. The designs are meant to have high impact, with contemporary and bold accents drawing your eyes to the supreme backdrop overlooking the Drakensberg Mountains while the cobbling waters of the Makhutswi River creates a calming effect.

We thought we had arrived in time for lunch, but are informed that a very substantial afternoon tea is served, ensured to sustain you well until dinnertime. Beautifully displayed on the outside veranda, the choice of food is plentiful. There is so much to choose from: Black Forest Cake, Mini Lemon Cheesecake, Fresh Fruit, Beef Sliders with mustard & pickle, Chicken & Pepper Kebabs, Hot Vegetable Skewer, Potato & Mozzarella Croquet, Whole Wheat Loaf & Assorted Butters, Cheese Board with crackers and Iced Coffee or homemade Lemonade you might want to nod off during the game drive.