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Maninghi Lodge
At the Lodge, we offer 2 en-suite River View rooms (one of which has an extended bedroom, suitable for max 2 children) and 1 en-suite Garden View room, which are tastefully decorated to suit the surroundings. Each offer a mini-bar, coffee/tea station and air-con. We have 2 Safari Tents as well, which are fully equipped and do have lights and plug points. The bathroom is 30m from the tents and is communal between a max of 4 guests. Wi-fi is available throughout the property - free of charge and can be accessed in the rooms and tents. Should you wish to book as part of a larger group, we do have the availability to accommodate up to 12 guests, please enquire directly. We have solar power as a back up during the nationwide loadshedding outages. The lodge itself has a wonderful outside seating area, as well as an indoor dining room, bar and lounge for our guests to enjoy. There is a fantastic outdoor pool available to cool you down during those summer days! This overlooks the Olifants River and is a wonderful spot for game viewing. Sit back, relax, & enjoy viewing animals coming down to drink at the river or watch birds feed in our two magnificent sycamore fig trees.
Area Info
The Balule Game Reserve charges a conservation fee per person, and a vehicle fee. Please refer to our website.
Balule is in a low-risk malaria area: please consult with your doctor for precautionary measures.
Balule Nature Reserve is a protected area in Limpopo Province, South Africa, which forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park. As part of a wildlife conservation initiative, all fences separating these associated reserves - Balule, Timbavati, Klaserie, Umbabat - and the Kruger National Park have been removed. Conservation efforts have ensured that the wildlife population includes all of the Big Five game: Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard and Rhinoceros.
The Reserve is just under 60,000 hectares, and is home to over 30 species of mammal, and the variety of birdlife in the Reserve is some of the best in the country, offering over 340 different species, including the Big Six (Kori Bustard, Ground Hornbill, Lappet-faced Vulture, Pels Fishing Owl, Marshal Eagle and Saddle-billed Stork).
Located in the subtropical Lowveld, the Reserve contains multiple eco-zones, resulting in a significant variation in the flora with over 336 documented tree species in the region. Baobab trees, leadwood, knob thorns, marula and mopane trees are dominant species in this wooded savannah.
The diverse flora accommodates a diverse array of fauna. The rivers and other watering holes are home to hippos and crocodiles. Maninghi is fortunate to be situated on the banks of the Olifants River, which flows through the Game Reserve, and attracts a wide variety of different animals.
Units and Rooms
Maninghi River View Room 1
Guests: 4
Max Adults: 3
This Double Room is tastefully decorated and boasts glorious views of the Olifants River. There is a smaller inter-leading room with 1 single bed & a single pull-out bed, suitable for 2kids. This can also be used as a sunroom to soak up the glorious rays.
Maninghi River View Room 2
Guests: 2
This Double Room is tastefully decorated and boasts glorious views of the Olifants River. DBB includes Breakfast & Dinner. All Inclusive is Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Local Beverages and 2 Game Drives Daily
Maninghi Garden View Room
Guests: 2
This Twin room is tastefully decorated and overlooks our back gardens, and an abundance of wildlife. DBB includes Breakfast & Dinner. All Inclusive is Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Local Beverages and 2 Game Drives Daily
Maninghi Safari Tent 1
Guests: 2
Our Safari Tent is basic, comfortable and boasts glorious views of the Olifants River. The bathroom is communal, 30m from the tent. DBB includes Breakfast & Dinner. All Inclusive is Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Local Beverages and 2 Game Drives Daily
