African Spirit Game Lodge Mkuze Self Catering Accommodation, Elephant Coast
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  • Property TypeGame Lodge
  • Guests19
  • Rooms/Units6
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African Spirit Game Lodge is a 4 star graded game lodge offering Mkuze accommodation for tourists and visitors of on the Elephant Coast.

About African Spirit Game Lodge

African Spirit Game Lodge is a Big 5, privately owned game lodge situated 12 km's west of Mkuze within the Manyoni Private Game Reserve. We invite guests to come and experience true luxury and warm African hospitality. The lodge is magnificently set in the heart of Zululand against the backdrop of the Lebombo Mountains.

Manyoni Private Game Reserve is a Big 5 endangered species reserve of 24 000 hectares. It was recently proclaimed as a nature reserve and received international recognition for the introduction of 28 black rhino in 2005.

The reserve has over 70 mammal species and among them are elephant, white and black rhino, lion, buffalo, leopard, wild dog, spotted hyena, brown hyena, cheetah, African wildcat, serval, lynx, black back jackal, giraffe, zebra, blue wildebeest, nyala, impala, common reedbuck, warthog, waterbuck, bush pig, red & grey duiker, Steen buck, bush buck, mountain reedbuck, ostrich, red hartebeest and diverse birdlife of over 450 species.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

  • All of the Big 5
  • Malaria-free area
  • Safari / bush walks by arrangement
  • Conservation fee applicable
  • Game drives by arrangement

Accommodation

Serviced:
African Spirit Game Lodge is intimate and consists of 4 quaint, fully serviced chalets. Each comfortable and stylish chalet accommodates 2 people with an en-suit bathroom, air-conditioner, mini bar, ceiling fan, tea and coffee facilities. The paths are well-lit and connect the chalets to the main lodge.

Our main lodge features a comfortable and relaxed dining room, cosy lounge, bar with viewing deck, open fire place attached to the lodge and a swimming pool with a thatched gazebo, offering our guest a welcome retreat after a day in the African bush. Our meals are your typical South African style which ensures that you will never go hungry and will enjoy every bite that is carefully prepared by our cooks.

Self-catering:
Our self-catering units are comfortable, fully equipped, with open plan kitchens. It has everything you need for self-catering purposes including stoves, microwave oven and fridge/freezer. All linen, bedding, bath towels, toilet paper, kitchen utensils, crockery and a reasonable quantity of firewood is supplied. Please bring your own swimming towels. Selected DStv channels available in both units with decoders. For full DStv channels please bring own card and decoder if “married”

Please note: There is no meal plan for this option. Customers bring their own food and supplies. The restaurant at the main lodge is for Dinner, bed & breakfast guests only. Cleaning services is included, once a day, before midday except on Sundays & public holidays.

Activities

Guests can spend time relaxing in their own privacy or indulge in any of the activities offered in our area.

Game Drives:
We offer morning and afternoon game drives which will allow you to get close to Africa's wildlife in an open vehicle with a trained guide who will not only ensure your safety but who will guarantee a wildlife experience that will capture your imagination, refresh your soul and help to conserve our natural heritage.

Please note: No self-drives are allowed within the Game Reserve

Visit any, or a combination of these fine destinations available as day trips from our lodge:

• National Parks and game reserves
• Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve
• Thembi Elephant Park
• Ndumo Game Reserve
• Mkuze Game Reserve
• Ithala Game Reserve
• Pongola Game Reserve
• Greater St Lucia Wetland Park
• Zulu Cultural Villages
• Horse riding
• Health Spa's
• Boat cruises on Lake St Lucia, a wetland estuary
• Tiger fishing and boat cruises on a lake surrounded by a game reserve
• Deep-sea fishing and whale watching (Indian Ocean).
• Scuba diving and snorkeling
• Curio and jewellery shopping
• Elephant interaction / educational tour
• Golf trips

All transfers, airfares, laundry, telephone and internet are available at extra cost.

Features you'll appreciate

  • swimming
    pool
  • air-con
  • wifi
  • parking
  • kitchen
  • kitchenette
  • braai / bbq
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Air-conditioning
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom (separate)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Cleaning materials supplied
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Desk
  • Fan(s)
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Heater(s)
  • Internet connection (wireless)
  • Iron / trouser press
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Safe for valuables
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)
  • Television (with satellite)

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Garden(s)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Housekeeping (periodic)
  • Laundry service
  • Parking (undercover)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Roof deck
  • Security (guard)
  • Smoking: in demarcated areas
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Swimming pool

Food & Drink

  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Transfers

  • Tour assistance
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • Zulu

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

The Lions Den chalet is comfortable and stylish and accommodates two people. The chalet is furnished with twin / two single beds. The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower, hand basin and WC. Facilities include bathroom amenities, wireless internet connection, ceiling fan, coffee and tea making facilities, air conditioning, maid service, hairdryer, patio, non-smoking, refrigerator, safe.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Warthog Alley

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Warthog Alley has two bedrooms. Each of the two bedrooms is furnished with twin / two single beds and have en-suite bathrooms equipped with a shower, hand basins and WC. The unit has a small open-plan living space with lounge, dining area and kitchen. Facilities include bathroom amenities, wireless internet connection, ceiling fan, coffee and tea making facilities, air conditioning, maid service, hairdryer, patio, non-smoking, refrigerator, safe.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Zebra Plains is a self-catering house with two bedrooms with a spacious comfortable lounge, separate dining area and a fully equipped open plan kitchen. All linen, bedding, bath towels, kitchen utensils, crockery and a reasonable quantity of firewood is supplied. The first bedroom is furnished with a double bed and one single bed. The second bed is furnished with a double bed. There is one single bed in the lounge area. Facilities include bathroom amenities, wireless internet connection, ceiling fan, coffee and tea making facilities, air conditioning, maid service, hairdryer, patio, non-smoking, refrigerator, safe.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Eagles Nest is comfortable and stylish and accommodates two people (twin room) with an en-suite bathroom. The bedroom is furnished with twin beds. The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower, hand basin and WC. Facilities include bathroom amenities, wireless internet connection, ceiling fan, coffee and tea making facilities, air conditioning, maid service, hairdryer, patio, non-smoking, refrigerator, safe.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Owl Burrow is comfortable and stylish chalet that accommodates two people (twin room) with an en-suite bathroom. The bedroom is furnished with twin beds. The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower, hand basin and WC. Facilities include bathroom amenities, wireless internet connection, ceiling fan, coffee and tea making facilities, air conditioning, maid service, hairdryer, patio, non-smoking, refrigerator, safe.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Cheetah Mount

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Cheetah Mount is a comfortable and stylish chalet that accommodates two people (twin room) with an en-suite bathroom. The bedroom is furnished with twin beds. The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower, hand basin and WC. Facilities include bathroom amenities, wireless internet connection, ceiling fan, coffee and tea making facilities, air conditioning, maid service, hairdryer, patio, non-smoking, refrigerator, safe.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Our Self catering rates include accommodation only.

The full board rate includes dinner, bed & breakfast and a daily game drive.

Rates exclude the nightly conservation fee.

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Guest Reviews

6 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

This place knows how to do hospitality right! Very, very impressed with all the staff, the accommodations, the game drives and the food. Couldn't have asked for a better stay - we will pass the word.

June 2023

Victoira G. (Brookings)

Verified reviewexcellent

Outstanding lodge. Chalet was fully equipped and kept spotless by the cleaning team. Game drives were awesome with knowledgeable and friendly guides. Thoughly recommend

January 2020

Paul J. (Pennington)

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  • Host on SA-Venues.com for 14 years

Need to Know

Response timeAfrican Spirit Game Lodge typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.
We regret: No children under the age of 4 years old are allowed on the Game Drives.

Closest airport(s)Richard's Bay Airport - 150km
Durban International - 320km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00

Exceptions to check-in/out times may be arranged, please enquire.

Payment methods accepted by the property Visa, Mastercard, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Host on SA-Venues.com for 14 years

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