Bongani Mountain Lodge

How far do you have to travel to find peace and quiet and connect with the simple life? When last did you cultivate your soul? When it's time to get back to the things that are important - like the tranquillity of nature, the excitement of culture, and the fascination of history - take a trip to Bongani Mountain Lodge. We have all the offerings to revitalize your spirit, and get you ready to face the real 'civilization'.

 Bongani Mountain Lodge is situated in the 8000-hectare (19 800-acre) Mthethomusha Game Reserve, bordering the world-famous Kruger National Park in South Africa. Lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo walk ancient paths once used by the San (Bushman) people. Over 250 San rock art paintings, estimated to be 1 500-years-old, are found in the Reserve – the greatest concentration of rock art per square metre on earth.

Bongani is a low-risk malaria destination due to the altitude of the Lodge, which offers an unforgettable mountain safari with breathtaking views of the surrounding African bush. Experienced CC Africa rangers and Swazi trackers lead interpretive game-drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, and interpretive bush walks. Guests are also welcome to visit the local communities and view ongoing empowerment initiatives, in addition to meeting the local sangoma (medicine man).

Accommodation

Guest Room Information
29	Double-bedded rooms (10 x include a sleeper couch)
09	Twin-bedded rooms
01	Suite (consisting of 1 double-bedded room and 1 twin-bedded room)
Guest Room Facilities
Hairdryer Fan Safe Amenities Mini bar				Mosquito Net Information Folder Direct dial telephone Coffee station Gown & slippers
Lodge Services & Facilities
Daily housekeeping 24 hour reception desk Laundry/valet service Leisure activities Game drives Honeymoon suite Viewing deck Boma Curio Shop				Foreign currency exchange Babysitting service Porters Swimming Pools Amani Spa Conference Facilities Internet facilities Bar with television
Check-In/ Check-Out Check-in time is from 14h00 Check-out time is 10h00 Minimum check-in age is 18 years Early check-in available upon request Rooms are a subtle blend of timber and thatch. Each has private decks featuring magnificent wraparound views, ideal for families, groups or individual travellers

Dining

From the moment you are met for your scenic game-drive up the mountain, you will be delighted by hospitality, care and personal attention. Delicious Pan-African cuisine is enjoyed in the fire-lit, traditional Boma (outdoor dining area) or in the spacious dining room. Bongani Mountain Lodge is also renowned for exceptional bush banqueting in surprise settings. The bar, dining and lounge areas offer striking views and are open from 10h00 daily. Meal Times may vary according to the length of your game drive.
	Winter: (May - Sep)	Summer: (Oct - Apr)
Early morning tea/coffee before safari	06h00	05h30
Morning Safari	06h30	06h00
Breakfast	09h00	09h00
Afternoon tea in the dining room before the game drive	15h30	16h00
Late afternoon game drive	16h00	16h30
Dinner	19h30	20h30
MEAL TIMES
Breakfast:	09h00 - 10h00
Lunch:	11h00 - 17h00
Dinner:	19h00 - 22h00
Early breakfast as well as lunch and breakfast packs can be arranged from reception. Mini bar facilities are available in all rooms and can be stocked with beverages of your choice. A La Carte lunch menu available which can be charged to your room.

 

Activities

Bongani’s mountainous terrain and location next to the famous Kruger National Park, where Bongani has limited traversing rights, offer the finest safari activities.

One game-drive per 24-hour stay is included in the tariff, and further game-drives are offered at an additional cost.

The following activities may be enjoyed at no extra cost:

Interpretive game-drives:
Professional and skilled rangers will lead you on morning and evening game-drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles through the Reserve and into the adjoining game-rich Kruger National Park.

Spotlit night game-drives reveal the wonders of the nocturnal world, and you may see the elusive leopard, civet and genet.

Guided San rock art walks:
At no additional cost, explore Bongani’s wealth of ancient San (Bushman) rock art sites – estimated to be 1 500-years-old – on guided bush walks led by skilled CC Africa rangers.

With over 250 sites, Bongani is renowned for sheltering one of the world’s richest sources of San rock art – the greatest concentration per square metre on earth.

Interpretive bush walks:
Experience the Reserve on interpretive wilderness walks led by an experienced ranger, at no additional cost.

Learn more about the area’s intriguing fauna and flora on these guided bush walks, bringing you face-to-face with wild Africa at its best.

There is little to match the wonder of standing on a rocky outcrop, San paintings all around, while viewing animals in the valley below.

We offer a morning game drive that is planned to coincide with the best game viewing time in the morning. An afternoon game drive can be arranged at an additional cost. Your game ranger will meet you and from there you will be shown to the vehicle (be sure to take sun cream, hats, binoculars, camera etc with you.)
Game drives on 4 x 4 Game vehicles Kruger National Park Game Drives Walking Safaris Cultural Village Tours	Scenic Panoramic Tours San Rock Art Tours Eco guide and bird watching Various Adventure Activities can be arranged

CONFERENCE FACILITIES   Fully-equipped, air conditioned conference room accommodating up to 60 delegates. The Deck offers panoramic views and ample breakaway areas and is an inspirational and revitalising destination for productive strategy-sessions, team building, bush adventures and board meetings.
Standard Equipment includes
Flip Charts and markers Magnetic White Board Data Projector	Television Screen Pens & Notepads
Business services
Facsimile Copying

Children Children over 2 years are welcome at the lodge, however there are some restricted areas. No children under 16 are permitted at the View Deck and Pool due to safety reasons. Bongani Mountain Lodge will not be held responsible for any liabilities or accidents at the pools. No children under the age of 16 are permitted near the Conference centre and Amani Spa due to conferences and treatments taking place. Unfortunately no children under 7 are permitted on game drives. However, there are exclusive ‘Bumbles‘ kiddies game drives available on request to children between the ages of 4 - 6 years. This drive is approximately 1.5 hours long and a parent must be present.

Malaria & Animals Bongani Mountain Lodge is situated in a sub tropical area that contains a variety of mosquitoes that carry different strains of malaria. Although the Lodge is in a low risk area, it is the company’s sole and absolute responsibility to ensure that all guests, tour guides, drivers and the like consult with their doctor, to ensure that all necessary precautions against malaria are timeously taken. There are no fences around the lodge to prevent animals from wandering around at will. Uniformed security guards monitor animal activity around the lodge; however we request that you exercise caution when walking around. The guards are available to walk you to and from your room in the evenings.

 

DISTANCE & TRANSPORTATION

Approximately four hours on excellent roads from Johannesburg. Daily scheduled flights to KMIA (Nelspruit) and 35 minute road transfer available on request. Departure time from the lodge to Nelspruit airport is 2 hours before scheduled flight and Skukuza 3 � hours. Flights, car hire and transfers can be arranged through the lodge.

 

DIRECTIONS

From Johannesburg take the N4 towards Nelspruit, drive straight through Nelspruit towards Malelane/Komatipoort still on the N4. About 30 km outside Nelspruit you will find an area with fruit vendors on the right-hand side. On the left is the 'Matsulu' turn off, take this road. Just after you have turned left, approximately 10 meters, there will be a sand road to your left with a sign for Bongani Mountain Lodge. Take this road and head straight on this dirt road for +/- 7km and you will arrive at the Mthethomusha Game Reserve. Sign in at the security gate and drive +- 1 km down to the parking lot and Welcome centre where someone will be there to meet you.

 

ADDRESS

Mthethomusha Game Reserve, on the southern border of the Kruger National Park.

 

GPS CO-ORDINATES

Latitude : 25.459747
Longitude: 031.290104