Mavela Game Lodge
Manyoni Private Game Reserve
KwaZulu Natal
Features
- Magnificent elevated setting
- On a 23 000 hectar reserve that is well stocked
- A spectacular upstairs viewing deck
- Lodge waterhole
- Opportunity to have a pangolin walk experience
- Big FiveYes
- Off RoadYes
- Camp FencedNo
- Child PolicyChildren 5 years and older welcome
- PoolYes - At Main Lodge Area
- SPAYes - On Request
- AirconYes
- Cellphone SignalNo
- Malaria AreaYes - Low Risk
- WI-FIYes
- Wheelchair FriendlyYes
Location
Manyoni Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal
Getting There
6 Hour drive from Johannesburg
3.5 hours from Durban Airport
Accommodation
7 rooms sleeping 14 adults and 4 children
5 x Luxury Safari-Style Tents for 2 guests
2 x Luxury Safari-Style Family Tent for 2 Adults, with a sleeper couch that folds out into a double bed. Can accommodate 2 small children, or 1 adult.
Rates & Special Offers
Deals By Date
Please note:
- All rates are subject to availability.
- Proof of SA/SADC residency may be required at the time of booking or upon check-in at the lodge.
- Surcharges may apply on rates over peak holiday periods and long weekends.
- Unless otherwise stated, all rates listed are based on a minimum 2 night stay. Surcharges may apply for a 1 night booking.
- Rates quoted are only applicable to South African Residents. Discounted special rates for International Residents are available on request.
- Manyoni Private Game Reserve Conservation Levy of R 175 per adult per night & R 90 per child (under 12 years) per night applies. Payable directly at the lodge and subject to change.
- Single rates are available on request. Please ask your BushBreaks & More consultant for a quote.
- Children aged 5 years and older are welcome at Mavela Game Lodge.
- The Lodge does not offer childminding facilities.
- It is the parents/guardian’s responsibility to ensure their children’s whereabouts and safety at all times as Mavela Game Lodge has an unfenced swimming pool and high drop-off areas.
- Please contact your BushBreaks & More consultant for a quote on child rates.
- Children under the age of 12 years must share with an adult or older sibling.
- Children 5 years and older are permitted on game drives.
- Children 16 years and older are permitted on walking safaris.
About Mavela Game Lodge
Mavela Game Lodge is nestled in the heart of the magnificent Big 5 Manyoni Private Game Reserve, near Mkuze, in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. A unique all-inclusive luxury, safari-style tented bush lodge that offers both local and international travellers intimate encounters with African wildlife.
The lodges dining and living area has a thatched roof depicting a diving raptor in flight. A porte cochere leads into the open plan dining room where our delectable meals are served. The upstairs bar opens out onto an expansive deck offering panoramic views over the south west of the reserve. Outside, the swimming pool with its comfortable loungers offers respite on a warm Zululand day while the shaded deck is the ideal place to sit and relax between activities. In the evenings guests can trade stories from the day’s sightings while enjoying the campfire under a clear African sky.
Our guests can unwind and make themselves at home in one of our seven, luxury safari-style tents. Each luxury tent is tastefully decorated complete with aircon, standing fans and luxurious, eco-friendly Afri-Earth amenities and crisp white linen on either single or king beds. There is an en-suite bathroom and shower plus an intimate outdoor shower that faces the views of the bushveld. Unwind on a large private deck looking out at the beautiful views with comfortable deck chairs and a birdbath in front of each tent, which birding enthusiasts can enjoy ticking off their lifers from the comfort of their veranda. The entire camp is unfenced where guests will be escorted back to their rooms after dinner. At Mavela Game Lodge you’ll feel the intimate safari lodge experience in a unique part of the African bush.
Room features:
- Private balcony
- Bar fridge
- In-room tea & coffee facilities
- Aircon
- Outdoor shower with a double shower head
- Wifi
- Fan
- Lounge area
- Large closet
lodge Features:
- Upstairs bar
- Lounge area with indoor fireplace
- Outdoor pool
- Outdoor boma area
- Coffee machine
- Upstairs viewing deck
- Lodge waterhole
- Unfenced lodge
Lodge Activities:
- Game drives
- Walking safaris
- Night drives
- Photographic safaris
- Birding safaris
- Private vehicle hire
- Rhino dehorning experience
- Pangolin walk experience
- Rhino Orphanage visit
Area Activties:
- Cultural tour
- Jozini tiger fishing
About Manyoni Private Game Reserve
Manyoni Private Game Reserve lies in the heart of Zululand, an area that is world renowned for its spectacular game viewing, rich cultural traditions, and conservation history. Initially formed as part of the WWF black rhino range expansion project, Manyoni has become one of the premier big five safari destinations in Kwa-Zulu Natal with a strong focus on endangered species conservation, including the reintroduction of cheetah and wild dogs. Conveniently located only 3 hours from Durban and 6 hours from Johannesburg, Manyoni is home to a range of luxury safari lodges, and boasts 23,000 hectares of magnificent Zululand scenery.
Lodge Features
Boma
Lodge Pool
Waterhole/ Hide/ Riverfront Feature
Wheelchair Friendly
Wi-Fi
Additional Activities
- Rhino dehorning experience
- Pangolin walk experience
- Rhino Orphanage visit
Getting There
From Johannesburg – 6 hours’ drive
- Follow the N17 past Springs & Bethal to Ermelo.
- Follow the N2 to Mkuze.
- On the N2 at the Mkuze Village crossroads turn right off the N2 onto the Bongonomo untarred road.
- After 1km turn left onto the D240 for 1km and sign in at the gate, travel 9km from the gate.
- A Mavela Game Lodge sign will direct you right to the lodge
From Durban – 3 to 4 hours’ drive
- Take N2 past Richards Bay and Hluhluwe to Mkuze
- On the N2 at the Mkuze village crossroads, turn left off the N2 onto the Bongonomo untarred road.
- After 1km turn left onto the D240 for 1km and sign in at the gate, travel 9km from the gate.
- A Mavela Game Lodge sign will direct you right to the lodge.
Rooms Found, Nights, 2 Adults
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