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Mavela Game Lodge

Mavela Game Lodge

Game Lodge in Pongolapoort Dam, Pongolapoort DamKwaZulu-Natal

Mavela Game Lodge

Game Lodge in Pongolapoort Dam, Pongolapoort DamKwaZulu-Natal
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Capacity 16
Children Min age: 5
Rooms 7
Check in 14:00 to 15:00

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Check out 11:00
The Mavela Game Lodge is a unique, luxury, safari-style tented bush lodge nestled in the heart of the magnificent Manyoni Private Game Reserve, near Mkuze.

The accommodation is offered in luxury, safari-style tents that are furnished with either king-size or single beds, and have en-suite shower facilities, both indoor and outdoor, and luxurious AfriEarth amenities. The tents have been tastefully decorated, complete with fans, aircon and open onto a private deck with beautiful views over the surrounding bushveld. With comfortable deck chairs and a birdbath in front of each tent, birding enthusiasts can enjoy the birdlife with ease from their rooms.

The main lodge has a thatched roof depicting a diving raptor in flight. Enjoy the vast open-air dining room and lounge offers ample space to sit and relax, while the upstairs bar enjoys a stunning birds-eye view of the game reserve. Outside the open-air boma is the ideal place to enjoy a clear African night while the swimming pool offers much-needed respite on a warm Zululand day. There is also a free-standing braai that guests can use.

Mavela Game Lodge prides itself on offering decadent meals to guests to perfectly compliment their unique South African safari. Dinners are 3-course meals paired with a selection of superb wines from a growing wine collection. The camp is unfenced and guests are escorted back to their rooms after dinner.

The Manyoni Private Game Reserve is a 23,000-hectare Big 5 game reserve in Northern KwaZulu-Natal, known as Zululand, and daily game drives through the reserve are operated in an open 4x4 vehicle with highly experienced and passionate safari guides. The reserve is 1 of KwaZulu-Natal’s best safari destinations for birds and animals alike, boasting an impressive bird list of 425 plus, as well as endangered species such as cheetah and wild dogs making it the ideal location for a memorable South Africa safari. The guides are passionate birding enthusiasts and look forward to showing guests the unique birdlife within this slice within the heart of Zululand.
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The Mavela Game Lodge is a unique, luxury, safari-style tented bush lodge nestled in the heart of the magnificent Manyoni Private Game Reserve, near Mkuze.

The accommodation is offered in luxury, safari-style tents that are furnished with either king-size or single beds, and have en-suite shower facilities, both indoor and outdoor, and luxurious AfriEarth amenities. The tents have been tastefully decorated, complete with fans, aircon and open onto a private deck with beautiful views over the surrounding bushveld. With comfortable deck chairs and a birdbath in front of each tent, birding enthusiasts can enjoy the birdlife with ease from their rooms.

The main lodge has a thatched roof depicting a diving raptor in flight. Enjoy the vast open-air dining room and lounge offers ample space to sit and relax, while the upstairs bar enjoys a stunning birds-eye view of the game reserve. Outside the open-air boma is the ideal place to enjoy a clear African night while the swimming pool offers much-needed respite on a warm Zululand day. There is also a free-standing braai that guests can use.

Mavela Game Lodge prides itself on offering decadent meals to guests to perfectly compliment their unique South African safari. Dinners are 3-course meals paired with a selection of superb wines from a growing wine collection. The camp is unfenced and guests are escorted back to their rooms after dinner.

The Manyoni Private Game Reserve is a 23,000-hectare Big 5 game reserve in Northern KwaZulu-Natal, known as Zululand, and daily game drives through the reserve are operated in an open 4x4 vehicle with highly experienced and passionate safari guides. The reserve is 1 of KwaZulu-Natal’s best safari destinations for birds and animals alike, boasting an impressive bird list of 425 plus, as well as endangered species such as cheetah and wild dogs making it the ideal location for a memorable South Africa safari. The guides are passionate birding enthusiasts and look forward to showing guests the unique birdlife within this slice within the heart of Zululand.
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Features

Bar
Spa Treatments
Swimming Pool
Braai Area
Serviced Daily
Big Five
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Free Wifi
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Map

Manyoni Private Game Reserve, Off D240, 13 km from Mkuze, 3965, KwaZulu-Natal
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Rooms

 5 Available

Luxury Tent 1

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • No children under 5
  • Structured Tent
  • King-size bed
From
R12 120
per night, for 2 ppl
 2 Available

Luxury Tent 5

  • Sleeps 3 people
  • No children under 5
  • Structured Tent
  • King-size bed
From
R12 120
per night, for 2 ppl

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More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Features
Bar
Spa Treatments
Swimming Pool
Braai Area
Serviced Daily
Big Five
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Free Wifi
Facilities
  • Bar
  • Airport Transfers By Arrangement
  • Spa Treatments
  • Swimming Pool
  • Guided Game Drives As Extra
  • Guided Game Drives Included
  • Braai Area
  • Guest Lounge
  • Laundry Service
  • No Smoking Indoors
  • Malaria Free
  • Restaurant On Premises
  • Serviced Daily
  • Wine Cellar
  • Free Wifi
  • WiFi
Activities Onsite
  • Big Five
  • Bird Watching
  • Game Drives
  • Game Viewing
  • Guided Walk
Activities Nearby
  • Fishing
  • Big Five
  • Bird Watching
  • Game Drives
  • Game Viewing
  • Guided Walk
Meal Types Offered
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinks Inclusive
  • Lunch
  • Teas
  • All Meals Included
Parking Facilities
  • Covered Parking
  • On Street Parking
Payments Accepted Onsite
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Electronic Bank Transfer
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Price Includes
Luxury Tent 1
Rates displayed are on a full board basis, which includes accommodation, 3 meals daily, a selection of quality South African wines, spirits, cold drinks and beers, 2 safari activities, and Wi-Fi access.
Luxury Tent 5
Rates displayed are on a full board basis, which includes accommodation, 3 meals daily, a selection of quality South African wines, spirits, cold drinks and beers, 2 safari activities, and Wi-Fi access.
Check-in/check-out details
Check-in: 14:00 to 15:00
Check-out: 11:00
House rules
Rates exclude the Manyoni guest conservation levy, which is currently R175 per person per night, as well as additional activities, and any gratuities.
Please let us know in advance of any dietary requirements.
Mavela can not accommodate children under the age of 12 unless exclusive use of the lodge is booked.
Please note, there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road, before arrival, as it could be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
 5 Available

Luxury Tent 1

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • No children under 5
  • Structured Tent
  • King-size bed
From
R12 120
per night, for 2 ppl
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Description

This luxury safari-style tent features ceiling fans, a king-size bed, or twin beds, made up of crisp white linen, and a shower en suite with luxurious Charlotte Rhys amenities. Each tent has a private deck with comfortable deck chairs, beautiful views over the surrounding bushveld, and a birdbath in front of each tent so birding enthusiasts can enjoy the birdlife with ease from their rooms.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 2 Number of rooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x King Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Services
  • Room serviced daily
  • Wake up call
  • Wireless internet
Bathroom
  • En suite
  • Shower
  • Soaps
  • Toiletries
Room Facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Lounge area
Appliances
  • Hair dryer
Extras
  • Bar fridge
  • Mini bar
  • Tea and coffee tray
Entertainment
  • Books and magazines
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a full board basis, which includes accommodation, 3 meals daily, a selection of quality South African wines, spirits, cold drinks and beers, 2 safari activities, and Wi-Fi access.

House Rules

Rates exclude the Manyoni guest conservation levy, which is currently R175 per person per night, as well as additional activities, and any gratuities.
Please let us know in advance of any dietary requirements.
Mavela can not accommodate children under the age of 12 unless exclusive use of the lodge is booked.
Please note, there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road, before arrival, as it could be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

This luxury safari-style tent features ceiling fans, a king-size bed, or twin beds, made up of crisp white linen, and a shower en suite with luxurious Charlotte Rhys amenities. Each tent has a private deck with comfortable deck chairs, beautiful views over the surrounding bushveld, and a birdbath in front of each tent so birding enthusiasts can enjoy the birdlife with ease from their rooms.

 2 Available

Luxury Tent 5

  • Sleeps 3 people
  • No children under 5
  • Structured Tent
  • King-size bed
From
R12 120
per night, for 2 ppl
More room/unit pictures
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Description

This luxury safari-style tent features ceiling fans, a king-size bed, or twin beds, made up of crisp white linen, and a shower en suite with luxurious Charlotte Rhys amenities. Each tent has a private deck with comfortable deck chairs, beautiful views over the surrounding bushveld, and a birdbath in front of each tent so birding enthusiasts can enjoy the birdlife with ease from their rooms.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 3 Number of rooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x King Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Services
  • Room serviced daily
  • Wake up call
  • Wireless internet
Bathroom
  • En suite
  • Shower
  • Soaps
  • Toiletries
Room Facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Lounge area
Appliances
  • Hair dryer
Extras
  • Bar fridge
  • Mini bar
  • Tea and coffee tray
Entertainment
  • Books and magazines
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a full board basis, which includes accommodation, 3 meals daily, a selection of quality South African wines, spirits, cold drinks and beers, 2 safari activities, and Wi-Fi access.

House Rules

Rates exclude the Manyoni guest conservation levy, which is currently R175 per person per night, as well as additional activities, and any gratuities.
Please let us know in advance of any dietary requirements.
Mavela can not accommodate children under the age of 12 unless exclusive use of the lodge is booked.
Please note, there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road, before arrival, as it could be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

This luxury safari-style tent features ceiling fans, a king-size bed, or twin beds, made up of crisp white linen, and a shower en suite with luxurious Charlotte Rhys amenities. Each tent has a private deck with comfortable deck chairs, beautiful views over the surrounding bushveld, and a birdbath in front of each tent so birding enthusiasts can enjoy the birdlife with ease from their rooms.

The Mavela Game Lodge is a unique, luxury, safari-style tented bush lodge nestled in the heart of the magnificent Manyoni Private Game Reserve, near Mkuze.

The accommodation is offered in luxury, safari-style tents that are furnished with either king-size or single beds, and have en-suite shower facilities, both indoor and outdoor, and luxurious AfriEarth amenities. The tents have been tastefully decorated, complete with fans, aircon and open onto a private deck with beautiful views over the surrounding bushveld. With comfortable deck chairs and a birdbath in front of each tent, birding enthusiasts can enjoy the birdlife with ease from their rooms.

The main lodge has a thatched roof depicting a diving raptor in flight. Enjoy the vast open-air dining room and lounge offers ample space to sit and relax, while the upstairs bar enjoys a stunning birds-eye view of the game reserve. Outside the open-air boma is the ideal place to enjoy a clear African night while the swimming pool offers much-needed respite on a warm Zululand day. There is also a free-standing braai that guests can use.

Mavela Game Lodge prides itself on offering decadent meals to guests to perfectly compliment their unique South African safari. Dinners are 3-course meals paired with a selection of superb wines from a growing wine collection. The camp is unfenced and guests are escorted back to their rooms after dinner.

The Manyoni Private Game Reserve is a 23,000-hectare Big 5 game reserve in Northern KwaZulu-Natal, known as Zululand, and daily game drives through the reserve are operated in an open 4x4 vehicle with highly experienced and passionate safari guides. The reserve is 1 of KwaZulu-Natal’s best safari destinations for birds and animals alike, boasting an impressive bird list of 425 plus, as well as endangered species such as cheetah and wild dogs making it the ideal location for a memorable South Africa safari. The guides are passionate birding enthusiasts and look forward to showing guests the unique birdlife within this slice within the heart of Zululand.
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