MAVELA GAME LODGE
ABOUT
We’re an authentic luxury safari destination that prides itself in giving our guests an all-inclusive, intimate African bush experience. Being family owned we treat our guests like family, there is no other place you’ll feel quite at home and receive the best in five-star treatment.
Mavela Game Lodge is nestled in the heart of the magnificent Big 5 Manyoni Private Game Reserve, near Mkuze, in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. A unique all-inclusive luxury, safari-style tented bush lodge that offers both local and international travellers intimate encounters with African wildlife.
The lodge is owned and run by us, the Steven’s family who are committed to conservation and preserving wildlife for future generations. After spending a lot of our own time on the reserve, and being keen birders we know how special this region is, and as a prime birding spot with exceptional game viewing opportunities, we aim to share what makes it so special with you too. It’s in our nature to ensure that you are greeted with friendly hospitality and the highest standards of service, and because it’s us who have put our passion into this lodge, we understand the importance of hands-on management.
It’s incredible to witness how Mavela has become a return destination for guests seeking authentic wildlife experiences and “Big 5” sightings (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino), but among the big 5, the reserve also strives to protect and conserve some of the most endangered species in Africa (Temminck's Pangolin, African Wild Dog, Black Rhino and Cheetah) which adds an even more memorable destination for your African safari holiday. We cannot wait to welcome you to our bush paradise.
Unwind and make yourself at home in one of our seven, luxury safari-style tents. Each luxury tent is tastefully and modernly decorated to show off the best in safari luxury. Each room is complete with aircon, standing fans and luxurious Afri-Earth amenities complemented with crisp white linen on either single or king beds. There is an en-suite bathroom and shower plus an intimate outdoor shower that faces the views of the bushveld, which allows full privacy to immerse yourself in the natural surroundings. Unwind on a large private deck looking out at the beautiful views with comfortable deck chairs and a birdbath in front of each tent, which birding enthusiasts can enjoy ticking off their lifers from the comfort of their veranda. Or if you’re wanting to indulge in a soothing safari yoga workout, we also provide yoga mats in each room for you to breathe it out over a stunning view. The entire camp is unfenced, allowing wildlife to roam free through the camp. In the evenings our guests will be escorted back to their rooms after dinner, for safety reasons. It’s our wish that when you stay at Mavela Game Lodge you’ll feel the intimacy of our safari lodge and gain a unique experience of what it means to truly live in the luxury of the African bush.