Mpalane Fishing Lodge

Mpalane Fishing Lodge, accommodation in Pongola Kwazulu Natal

Description

Zulu translation: "Gathering place of the Impala."

Set on a plain overlooking the Pongola River as it enters the Pongolapoort Dam, this self catered lodge is situated 9km from the Pongola Game Reserve Leeukop Gate along a gravel road and can be reached by most sedan vehicles. Low suspension vehicles could make use of the Pongola Game Reserve South / White Elephant gate. The southern gate has strict gate hours (06h00-18h00) and an entrance fee will be charged at R20 / vehicle and R20 / boat or trailer.

Mpalane has its own slipway and jetty for guests to launch and moor their boats.

Few exclusive yet affordable private getaways combine the scenic variety of bushveld, mountains, major water bodies and a range of leisure activities that make the best of all the natural features. This combination, an abundance of space and the results of a "light footprint" development philosophy are key ingredients of the special experience offered by Mpalane Fishing Lodge, Pongola Game Reserve in northern KwaZulu Natal.

The reserve extends over part of the original area that, in 1894, was declared the Pongola Game Reserve by Paul Kruger, President of the old Transvaal Republic. The original reserve has since been re-proclaimed, in part, as the Phongolo Nature Reserve, which is the present Pongola Game Reserve's immediate neighbour.

The business is owned and managed by the Landman family who have been in Africa since 1744.

The Pongola River, broad and perennial, meanders through the centre of the reserve before entering the man-made 13 276 hectare lake. It provides a leisure environment unique for a South African bushveld destination. Safari cruises, canoe adventures, birding and tiger fishing are among the main activities.

The area is home to many typical plains game species, four of the Big Five (excluding lion), Hippoopotumas and crocodile. It is also a birding "hotspot". Over 350 species have so far been recorded here. One can also enjoy the experience of tracking rhino on foot and participating in the elephant monitoring programme.

Please take your time and enjoy your visit to our website and please feel free to make a booking enquiry if you are interested in visiting the Pongola Game Reserve.

The reserve is 450km from Johannesburg and 350km from Durban.

Rates

Mpalane Fishing Lodge Rates

12 Twin

(Valid from 1 March 2009 - 28 Feb 2010)

Self catered for one group exclusively at a time.

Per adult per night: R 205-00      Per child u / 16 yrs per night: R 100-00

Minimum Daily Rate: R 2460-00

Credit Cards Accepted - VISA & Master Cards only.
Children are welcome.
No Pets Allowed.

* Please Note: Prices subject to change without notice.