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Kumbagana Game Park Boe-Boe's Nest Oppikant Bush Camp
Funane Kosama Bikibos
Bushmood Lodge Schoongezicht Klipplaatz Lodge
The Dome Lodge Eye View Game Farm Manzi Maningi

Kumbagana Game Park

KUMBAGANA - PLACE IN THE SUN!

Kumbagana Game Park is situated in the Magaliesberg Mountains, only one and a half hours from Gauteng, close to Hartbeespoortdam. Experience excellent overnight accommodation in thatched log cabins, fully equipped with amenities for four people. Each unit is self contained and includes a private braai area with seating outside.
Weekends: R750 per chalet per night (High Season R900 per night)
Week (Mon. - Thu.): R650 per chalet per night
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KUMBAGANA GAME PARK PROVIDES:

  • A large swimming pool and lawn amid Bush veld trees
  • The superette can provide basis needs
  • Conference facilities - details on request
  • Cash bar

ACTIVITIES:

  • Game viewing for groups of 5 - 12 people
  • Hiking trails - 5,6,12 km respectively
  • Mountain biking - bring own bikes or hire bikes

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Boe-Boe's Nest

BOE-BOE’S NEST is situated in the North West Province, 13 km outside Koster, on the Swartruggens road, approximately 172 km from Pretoria and Cresta, Johannesburg.

ACCOMMODATION: The Boe-Boe’s Nest River Camp can accommodate 20 persons. The camp is situated on the banks of the Elands river and comprises of a wooden cabin, high on stilts and almost in the river "The Nest" (4 persons), a log cabin 10 m from river "Sundowner", (4 persons) and a stone hut, the "Ramkat" (12 people). No bedding, bring own linen. A cosy thatched lapa and boma area with a fully equipped kitchen, with refrigerator, stove, urn, cutlery, crockery etc. The braai area, with gas braaiers, traditional "open fire" oven to bake bread – bread pans are provided, bring own bedding. Just the place to relax!
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River Camp: R150 p/p/p/n. Children U/10 R75 p/n (U/1 Free) - One night R225 p.p. U/10 R115

Uitkyk Cottage: Accommodates 4 persons. Two bedrooms. Open Plan kitchen and lounge, with a cosy fire-place. Boma with braai facilities outside. Linen supplied.
R150 p/p/p/n. Children U/12 R75 p/n. (Min. R450 per night)
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Dino River Camp: Sleeps 14 persons. For groups or individual families. Each unit with own kitchen, bathroom and braai area. Linen, cutlery & crockery supplied. Bring own towels. Anky: (sleeps 4) 2bedrooms. Stegi: (sleeps 6) 2 bedrooms + 1 bunk bed. Tritops: (sleeps 4) 1 bedroom + 1 bunk bed.
R180 p/p/p/n. Children U/12 R90 p.n. (U/1 free) - One night R270 p.p. U/10 R135
Anky & Stegi minimum R540 per night
Tritops minimum R450 per night
Hikers Camp: R110 p.p.p.n U/12 R90 p.n
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ACTIVITIES:

  • "Foefie-Slide"
  • A Jurassic Park Island- a thatched lapa next to waterfall and rock pools on an island with dinosaurs as company
  • Swimming pool
  • Hiking trails
  • Fishing - bass, barber, carp
  • DSTV available – bring own sim-card (in Jurassic lapa)

Quad Bike Trails:
Three trails and tracks to choose from: 2x 7km field trails with many natural obstacles, river beds, dongas and riders can also go pass old slate mines. Our 1x "RED" track is +- 3km and is only for the experienced riders who need more obstacles and challenges.

An ideal weekend breakaway for families and groups. Bushveld atmosphere!

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Oppikant Bush Camp

OPPIKANT PRIVATE BUSH CAMP is situated on the farm Tierfontein, 27 km from Potchefstroom in the Vredefort Dome area.

This is a natural bush veld area with mountains and interesting rock formations as a result of the meteorite. The indigenous trees are marked and named.

This unique private camp accommodates 4 persons only and is situated on top of the mountain with stunning views. It consists of 2 A-framed thatched huts with 2 single beds in each hut. Ideal for two couples. Bedding is provided. A cozy communal thatched lapa with a fully equipped kitchen and dining area, overlooking the valleys is just the place to relax with a cool sundowner. An open braai area for a camp fire under the stars.

There is no electricity, but battery lights and other gas appliances, such as a gas fridge, stove and geysers. Wood is provided. Ablutions: Hot water shower, flush toilet and hand basin.

RATES:
R150 p.p.p.n. Children U/12 R100 p.n. (One night R230 p.p.p.n. U/12 R130 p.n.)

What to do?

  • Four lovely hiking trails
  • Mountain biking - trails are marked
  • Swimming - big dam nearby
  • Study Meteorite Dome
  • Bird watching
  • Visit Totius House museum
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OTHER ACCOMMODATION - Large Groups:
BUNDU CAMP: Three tradisional Tswana Huts on top of mountain - 26 persons. Bush kitchen, braai facilities, ablusions. Stunning atmosphere.
R110 p.p.p.n. Children U/12 R90 p.n.
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BOPLAAS: Four huts - 26 persons. Kitchen, boma and braai facilities, ablutions, huge farm dam to swim.
R110 p.p.p.n. Children U/12 R90 p.n.
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Funane

It means: What do you want? ...Rest and peace...

Away from everyday rushes the tranquility of the bushveld is the ideal place to rest and recharge for life ahead. Game on the farm include Kudu, Blesbok, Zebra, Eland, Blue Wildebeest, Impala, Ostrich and many more. On this 94 ha farm rest, peace, nature and new friends are to be found.

HARDEKOOL CHALET: Farmhouse (7 bed) that is fully equipped with microwave and stove.

SWARTHAAK CAMP: 4 Chalets (4 bed) that is fully equipped. Units are small, open plan and ideal for couples or families with children. Each unit also has a freestanding braai that can be moved around.

KAREE CHALET: A log cabin sleeping 2 overlooking the waterhole where game come to drink, fish play and birds are plenty to see.

No Bedding provided. Each unit has its own bathroom and kitchen with the most essential utensils which are needed on holiday. Braai areas at lapa and pool.

TENT/CARAVAN SITES - HUILBOOM CAMP: Camping sites with ablusions, swimming pool & lapa - CARAVAN SITES: There are 10 x sites, each with their own braai facilities, running water point (tap), electricity and electric light at the braai. All sites are under big shady trees and close to a big swimming pool and braai-lapa for communal use.
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ACTIVITIES:

  • Game viewing
  • Mountain biking (bring own bikes)
  • Swimming
  • Walking
  • Bird watching
  • Game drive on tractor and trailer
  • Sand pit and Jungle gym for children
  • Deck overlooking waterhole
Activities in the vicinity:
  • Sun City and Golf Course - 65 km
  • Roodekoppies Dam (Fishing) - 5 km
  • Hartbeespoort Dam - 50 km
  • Ukutula lion farm - 20 km
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Camps/Units
 
Rate
 
1 Night on Weekends
 
Karee 1x 2Bed Chalet
 
R420 per night
 
R630
 
Swarthaak 4x 4Bed Chalets
 
R500 per night
 
R750
 
Hardekool 1x 7Bed House
 
R850 per night
 
R1250
 
Huilboom 10x Campsites
(Max 6 per site)
 
R80 p.p.p.n.
R60 U/12 p.n.
 
R120
R90 U/12
 
General:

Key & Breakage Deposit
 
 

R250 per unit/chalet
Payable on arrival
 
 

 
Long Weekends
 
Minimum of 3 nights
All Chalets
 
 
Arrival
 
14h00 to 20h00
Restricted entrance.
Confirm arrival 24hrs before.
 
 
Departure
 
10h00 to 11h00
Or per arrangement.
 
 

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Kosama Bush Camp

Enjoy the solitude and privacy of this unique Bush camp on the banks of the Crocodile river, 10 km from Brits. Only an hours drive from PTA/JHB. This camp is surrounded by lush, well maintained gardens, huge indigenous trees (Combretums, Tamboties etc.) and lawn up to the river!

This is a bird lovers paradise!

Accommodation: This camp can accommodate only 6 people and consists out of 3x beautiful, luxurious log cabins - 2 people each (2 with double beds and one with 2 singles, bedding included.) There is a separate bath room with a bath, shower, hand basin, and toilet.

The communal modern kitchen is fully equipped with all electrical appliances, (fridge, stove, microwave etc.) cutlery and crockery for 6 people, a cozy dining and lounge area with DSTV. There is a braai area outside under the huge trees with all braai facilities. Groups up to 8-10 may bring extra tents.

ACTIVITIES:

  • Canoeing, tubing (bring own) / use our 2 small row boats
  • Fishing - Yellow fish and all other fresh water fish (bring own equipment)
  • Excellent bird watching
  • Quiet walks along the river
  • Mountain biking and hiking in the area
  • Star gazing
  • Photo Gallery
Minimum groups of 4 and you have the camp privately! Minimum of 2 nights on weekends.

This all for only R220.00 per adult and R140.00 per child u/12 per night!

* JUST THE PLACE TO COME AND RELAX AND UNWIND *

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Bikibos

This beautiful bush camp is situated on a game farm an hours drive away from Pretoria, just outside of Brits on the Thabazimbi road.

Accommodation
The camp consists out of several units and sleeps 24 persons. There are two fully equipped, open plan, en suite chalets that can sleep 4 people in each. (double bed and 1 bunk bed with en suite bathrooms - shower and toilet.Bring own towels. There is also a permanent Safari tent camp that has three canvas tents, two sleeping two people each and one that can sleep 8 people. (4x4 bed / bunk bed)

There is a communal ablution block for the camp. Central bathroom with bath, hand basin and toilet. Then a separate outside bathroom with a shower and toilet.

Facilities
The camp has a large thatch lapa with a braai/fire place. The kitchen is adjacent to the lapa and is fully equipped for 20 people. All cutlery, crockery and utensils are included. The kitchen has a fridge and a stove as well as a microwave oven and deepfreeze. There is also a large braai boma that is tucked away amongst the rocks. Ideal for campfire socials. The splash/bubble pool seats approximately ten people.

Activities
The farm is a 14ha gamefarm with Njala and Blesbok.
The dirt roads - ideal for mountain biking, walking and bird watching.
"Bush Car" for game viweing - R100 per w/end
Mountain bikes available - R10 p.p.
Table tennis, Swing ball and other games

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Rates
Minimum R1200 per night (groups smaller than 6 persons)
7 - 10 persons R200 p.p.p.n
11 - 20 persons R170 p.p.p.n
21 - 30 persons R140 p.p.p.n

One night bookings (from 12h00):
Minimum R1500 per night (groups smaller than 6 persons)
7 - 10 persons R250 p.p.p.n
11 - 20 persons R220 p.p.p.n
21 - 30 persons R190 p.p.p.n

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Bushmood Lodge

Experience life the way nature intended it to be....

Nestled away deep in the bush, only 1 hour 20 minutes from Pretoria and Johannesburg. Bushmood Lodge is situated 28 km from Brits and is the perfect place to get away from it all. The serene lodge is the perfect place for a family getaway, birthdays and special occasions!

ACCOMMODATION: All units are fully equipped and with own private braai area. Guests must bring own towels and toiletries, extra bedding during winter months as nights can get very cold.

KUDU CHALET: A lovely double storey thatch. Main bedroom – upstairs (1 double bed), adjoining bedroom (2 single beds), bedroom downstairs (1 double, 1 single), 4 th bedroom upstairs (1 double bed). Lounge (1 single bed. 1 Bathroom and separate toilet. "Big Brother" (toilet, bath & shower) – quaint, exquisite outdoor bathroom – shower under the stars! Share swimming pool with Wildebees.
RATES: R180 p.p.p.n U/12 R110 U/4 free Minimum R800 p.n. ONE NIGHT ON WEEKEND: R270 p.p U/12 R150 p.n Minimum R1200
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WILDEBEEST CHALET: A lovely double storey thatch with one bedroom upstairs (double bed) – shower, toilet and basin, and another bedroom downstairs (1 double bed) – plus shower, toilet & basin. Ideal for two couples. Share swimming pool with Kudu.
RATES: R180 p.p.p.n U/12 R110 U/4 free Minimum R550 p.n. ONE NIGHT ON WEEKEND: R270 p.p U/12 R150 p.n Minimum R600
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SABLE CHALET: A cozy, spacious farm house. Main bedroom – double and single beds and cot – bathroom, shower and toilet. Two smaller bedrooms (2 single beds in each) with shower, toilet and basin. A separate family room. Big kitchen and dining room, lounge and bar. Private Pool.
RATES: R180 p.p.p.n U/12 R110 U/4 free Minimum R800 p.n. ONE NIGHT ON WEEKEND: R270 p.p U/12 R150 p.n Minimum R1200
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ACTIVITIES:

  • Games room: with table tennis, pool table & darts
  • DSTV bar – bring own Sim-card
  • 2 Swimming pools
  • Bird watching
  • Bush walks
  • Mountain biking
  • Fishing nearby at Roodekoppies - and Klipvoor dam
  • 75 km from Pilansberg & Sun City
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Schoongezicht

Schoongezicht Private Game Farm is situated on a 2000ha game farm 25km from Swartruggens, past Rustenburg, in the North West Province – only 2 hours drive from PTA/JHB. (Bonus: NO gravel road!) Game on the farm includes kudu, zebra, rooibok, bles buck, red hartbeest, impala, klipspringer, duiker, steenbok and other small game.

Accommodation:
Schoongezicht Private Bush camp is fully equipped and accommodates 6 to 8 persons. There are three separate bedrooms (one with a double bed and 2 singles, the other two rooms with two single beds in each). One bathroom. A fully equipped kitchen with 4-plate stove and oven, fridge and freezer, cutlery, crockery etc. All the doors walk out into the social and braai area. There is an open braai area for camp fires as well as an undercover built-in braai for the rainy or chilly nights.

Within walking distance from the cottage there are two farm dams - a big clean cement dam for swimming and a huge dam - ideal for fishing or even tubing, canoeing and wind surfing.

ACTIVITIES:

  • Mountain Biking 40 - 80km dirt road (bring own bikes)
  • Fishing at a big stocked dam – bass, barber, karp, kurper
  • Game Viewing – own vehicle
  • Swimming in farm dams – bring tubes or canoes
  • Exellent bird watching
  • Star gazing
  • 50km from Sun City & Pilansberg
  • 40km from Groot Marico
  • Pottery – fetch your own clay and "pot" with owners assistance (ideal for a ladies weekend!)
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* Three circular Hiking Trails to choose from (14 - 17km), (10 km) and (4 km). The trails meander through indigenous bush, ravines with mountain streams in rainy season, hills and crisscross the Elands river.

Tariffs: R180.00 p.p.p.n R100.00 u/12 p.n. - One night on weekends: R250.00 p.p.p.n R180.00 u/12 p.n.

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Klipplaatz Lodge

Enjoy a unique bushveld experience at Klipplaat Private Bush Lodge, situated on a 600ha game farm, just 30km outside Brits on the Thabazimbi road, 1 and half hours drive from JHB and PTA. A visit to this jewel offers you an intimate and relaxing atmosphere that you will only find here in the bushveld.

You will be pleasantly surprised at the diversity of terrain, fauna and flora we have to offer!

Accommodation: * Unique! Exquisit! Private! *
This unique Bush Lodge has 10X 6-Bed Camps and 5X 4-Bed Camps. All these camps are situated privately away from one another, surrounded by indigenous bush and trees. Each camp has it's own private boma and stylish furnished, fully equipped kitchen lapa with all amenities. (You do NOT share with other guests) NO electricity – all gas appliances and solar batteries. Safe parking at each camp. Arrival Time: 14h00 - 21h00 only.

Four Bed Camps:
Each camp comprises 2 luxury, tastefully furnished, canvas/safari tents (one with a double bed, the other with two singles) – both with en suite bath rooms - hand basin, toilet and an open air shower (under the stars!) Bedding provided. Bring own towels. A cozy lapa with fully equipped kitchen, (4-plate gas stove with oven, fridge/freezer, cutlery, crockery, scullery.) Table and chairs in the lapa. Serviced daily. A boma for braais and camp fire while relaxing in comfort under the stars – hear the roar of the lions in the distance (neighboring farm).

Six Bed Camps:
Each camp comprises 3 luxury, tastefully furnished, canvas/safari tents (two with double beds, the third with two singles) – each with en suite bathrooms – hand basin, toilet and an open air shower (under the stars!) Bedding provided. A cozy lapa, with fully equipped kitchen. (4-plate gas stove with oven, fridge/freezer, cutlery, crockery, scullery.) Table and chairs in the lapa. Serviced daily. A boma for braais and camp fire while relaxing in comfort under the stars – hear the roar of the lions in the distance (neighboring farm).

Rates:
R 375.00 per Adult per night
R 190.00 per child (5-12 years) per night
U/4 free per night - bring own bedding / camping cots etc.
Minimum rates – 4 Bed: R900.00 per night
Minimum 2x nights on weekends
Minimum 3x nights on long weekends


Main Complex:
Two swimming pools – one cold water and one hot, Lapa with DSTV, table tennis, darts, additional ablutions at pools, designated braai areas for those who want to spend the day around the pool.

ACTIVITIES:

  • Game Viewing – unguided – own vehicle
  • Book a horse cart for game viewing
  • Mountain Biking – bring own
  • Quite walks
  • Two swimming pools (hot & cold)
  • Lapa with games & DSTV
  • Excellent Bird Watching
  • Star Gazing
  • Restaurant - Conferences - Weddings
  • Photo Gallery
A BUSHVELD EXPERIENCE YOU WILL NEVER FORGET!

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The Dome Lodge

The Dome Bush Lodge - is a private bush lodge situated 27km from Potchefstroom in the Vredefort Dome area. Only an hour from JHB and 1,5 hours from PTA. This is a natural bush veld area with mountains and interesting rock formations as a result of the meteorite. According to NASA, the Vredefort site is the oldest site that was hit by a meteorite and it is estimated to have happened 2000 million years ago.

Accommodation:
There are 7x private, fully equipped en-suite 4 Bed chalets. 2 Of them with double beds, baths in bathrooms and DSTV. All chalets have 2 separate bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchens, small lounge areas and private braai facilities. Bring only own towels and kitchen clothes. These chalets are all walking distance away from one another and situated in well kept natural gardens with big shady trees.

Function Venue:
There is a big hall with a fully equipped "industrial" kitchen and private bar for private functions. Tables and chairs for groups up to 150 persons. Ideal for weddings, birthdays, private functions and "bosberaad" or conferences. Catering and "Wedding/function packages" available. A big braai boma can be used by groups for bon fires and evening socials. Enjoy the excellent star light nights!

Entertainment and Activities for the whole family:

  • Sparkling swimming pool and Volley ball, Jungle gym for all under 6
  • Dam for fishing and bird watching. More than 150 species of birds
  • Horse riding +- 2 hours outback ride – book in advance
  • Supervised Pony Rides for children u/12. (when available)
  • Guided Quad Trail: (4 x quads available) +- 2 hours Nature Trail
  • Prior arrangement: Own Quads welcome also on guided Nature Trail
  • Other unguided trail options available
  • Sunset Dome Nature Drive on 4x4 Game vehicle
  • Mountain bike Trails – bring own bikes
  • 2 x Day hiking Trails on neighboring farm – Tierfontein
  • 10km From Vaal River – canoeing, fishing etc.
  • Adventure activities in area available: abseiling, river rafting etc.
  • Visit the Vredefort Dome Meteorite Heritage sites in area
  • Country Farm Breakfasts, light Lunches, picnic baskets can be arranged
  • Sure Bushveld peace and tranquility at it’s best!
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  • View our Rates
Activitues in our area: (Prior bookings essential)
- Canoeing 2-3 hours R175.00 p/p
- Abseiling from R175.00 p/p
- Half day Dome and Meteorite site tour R175.00 p/p
- Full day Dome and Meteorite site tour R250.00 p/p

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Eye View Game Farm

Come and enjoy a relaxing time away in the heart of the bush, only 135km from Pretoria, outside Rustenburg on the Koster road.

Eye View Game Farm offers a wide range of wildlife including kudu, rooibok, blue wildebeest, ribbok, blesbuck, steenbok, etc. 30 km dirt road for 4x4 game viewing. With so many game to view, you have to bring your binoculars and with luck you will also spot the rhinos and giraffe on the neighboring farm from your own private deck! The 2 private chalets are situated high up on the mountain with almost 180 degree views – one can see Hartbeespoortdam, Olifantsnek dam and Derby in the distance on a clear day.

Chalet 1: (4 – sleeper)
One Private bedroom with a double bed. Sleeper coach in the lounge area. Bathroom with shower, toilet and hand basin. Bring own bedding & towels. Open plan living area with fully equipped kitchen. Electricity. Balcony 5x6m with 2m under roof – stunning views!
R175 p.p.p.n. U/12 R110 U/4 free (Min R450 per night) / One Night on Weekends R260 p.p. U/12 R170 (Min R670)
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Chalet 2: (6 – sleeper)
One Private bedroom with a double bed. A loft room with 2 single beds. Sleeper coach in the lounge area. The rest is the same as 4 Sleeper. Electricity. Balcony 3x6m with 2m under roof – stunning views!
R175 p.p.p.n. U/12 R110 U/4 free (Min R650 per night) / One Night on Weekends R260 p.p. U/12 R170 (Min R920)
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Bush Camp: (Ideal for smaller groups)
4 X 2 bed Wooden cabins accommodating 8 people. Communal bush kitchen with all basic facilities, cozy braai lapa and boma. Ablutions block with separate ladies and gents showers, flush toilets and hand basins.
R110 p.p.p.n. U/12 R90 U/4 free (Min R500 per night) / One Night on Weekends R200 p.p. U/12 R170
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Tents are welcome for larger groups R90 p.p.p.n. Children R60 p.n.

  • Game viewing with your own 4x4 - more than 30km dirt roads
  • Game drives with owner
  • Quad bike trails – only 4x4 utility bikes allowed
  • Hiking Trails, Mountain Bike Trails – bring own bikes
  • Foefie-slide into dam (rainy season only), Swimming pool
  • Excellent star gazing at night!
  • Panoramic views you will never forget!
  • Photo Gallery

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Manzi Maningi

Manzi Maningi Private Game Lodge

Only 30 min from Pretoria Manzi Maningi is the ideal getaway for you and your family. We provide rustic, yet luxurious accommodation, where the outside world does not exist.

Accommodation: Manzi Maningi offers accommodation for up to 62 guests as well as 20 camping sites with electricity and modern ablutions (6x private bathrooms). There are 13 (open plan) 4- BED chalets - Each with a double and a bunk bed (2x singles). There is one 6-bed chalet: Two separate bedrooms each with a double bed and then a bunk bed in the lounge. All units are fully furnished with everything needed including gas stove, fridge, microwave and kettle and ceiling fans and an alarm system. All units have their own private boma and fire place to enjoy those long cold winter nights around a soothing camp fire. All units have their own under cover safe parking.

Activities and Entertainment:

  • Morning & evening game drives with experienced rangers – Sable, Eland, Nyala, Impala, Giraffe, Zebra, Kudu, Wildebeest, Water buck and a variety of antelope, as well as a myriad of bird species
  • Beautiful swimming pool
  • Hiking Trails – game viewing on foot
  • Cash Bar with pool tables and Big Screen TV
  • Mountain biking – bring own bikes
  • Bas Fishing
  • Indoor heated swimming pool
  • Photo Gallery
Rates:
4-BED CHALETS: R740 per night
6-BED CHALET: R1150 per night
Camping: R90 p.p.p.n U/12 R70
Minimum Two nights
For Groups: (corporate, family get - togethers , small functions, birthday parties, etc.): Fully equipped Kitchen, lapa and boma with braai facilities at R850 per day. Game Drives at R50 per person (1 hour).

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