
Monwana Game Lodge
Adjacent to the Kruger National Park, Monwana Game Lodge is found in the Thornybush Nature Reserve. Providing phenomenal Big 5 game viewing, the lodge presents guests with incredible privacy and the luxury of only 7 suites to choose from in addition to a two-bedroom villa. This small and intimate lodge exudes a genuine friendliness and is extremely welcoming. The luxury suites offer views of the surrounding, perfect for viewing wildlife in the evenings from private decks with plunge pools, while the Zulu Villa comes with private butler, guide, and vehicle.
Delicious cuisine is on offer to guests, freshly prepared with a wide variety of dining options, which can be enjoyed in the dining area or outside in the boma. The communal areas consist of a bar, wine cellar, viewing deck with pool, gym, and curio shop. Game viewing is a large draw for visitors to the lodge, with over 12,000 hectares and over 56 different mammal species to see, night game drives add a further dimension to the experience with some animals only coming out after dark.
Expert View
- Intimate and luxurious lodge in the Thornybush Nature Reserve
- Perfect for families - children of all ages welcome
- Private decks with plunge pools
- Day and night game drives, bush walks and hot air balloon excursions
At a glance
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7 Suites + 1 Villa
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All Ages
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Open All Year
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Family Rooms
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All Inclusive
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Safari

"Enjoy a private safari from your veranda, or private plunge pool as wildlife come to the waterhole for a drink."
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Take a journey through Monwana Game Lodge to get a flavour of its unique style and character, designed to enchant every guest.






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We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.

Honeymoon to Kenya & Tanzania
It's difficult to put into words what this trip meant to us. Both of us being on the front lines of the pandemic, having to postpone the trip and change our entire itinerary once meant that we were more than ready to take our honeymoon. This trip far exceeded either of our expectations. The sights …
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Mind blowing, relaxing, and just perfection. After all the craziness of 2020, this trip really took our breaths away and was exactly what we looking for and more.
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Honeymoon to South Africa & Seychelles
Absolutely amazing!! Everything happened with zero issues or stress from beginning to end. We appreciated the thorough itinerary, guides, and hotel concierge. We were treated like their most important client everywhere we went. We have Steve to thank for setting up the most perfect honeymoon!!
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