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Hongonyi Lodge
Hongonyi wildlife reserve is situated in the Northern Province, in the heart of “Big Five Country”. Hongonyi, the local name for wildebeest, which is frequently seen in the area, covers about 1000ha. The original game lodge has been refurbished with respect for tradition and now contains all modern conveniences. This 3 star establishment with its refreshingly different ambience and informal relaxed atmosphere offers the wildlife enthusiast many photo opportunities and wonderful sightings at affordable rates.
At Hongonyi you can expect to see at least 20 different mammals and 250 species of birds. Witness Africa’s most glorious sunsets with sundowners on an evening game drive in an open 4 x 4 safari vehicle, and experience the thrill of close encounters with our big game, especially Rhino, Buffalo, Leopard, Cheetah and Spotted Hyena.
Enjoy exhilarating sunrise safaris on foot with experienced guides who are eager to part with their knowledge of the African bush, and show some of the smaller wonders that nature has provided, including the ’little five’ namely; The Ant Lion, Elephant Shrew, Leopard Tortois, Redbilled Buffalo Weaver Bird and Rhinoceros Beetle.
Enjoy the abundant bird life, butterflies, dragonflies and colourful arrays of wild flowers that mingle with the fragrances of the African bush.
Night sightings of the elusive Bush Baby, Serval, Civet and Aardvark add to the romance of a full moon in the evening sky, or the millions of stars that surround and comfort us on a dark African night. The world famous Kruger National Park is within a 30 minute drive from Hongonyi and many other places of interest are also nearby.
The unforgettable adventure of an early morning game drive or bush walk is followed by a hearty breakfast served in Hongonyi’s lapa. During the day our guests can soak up the African sun and take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool or simply relax with a good book in the bush lounge where refreshments are served all day. In the evening our guests enjoy delicious bushveld cuisine served under the African sky around a roaring campfire in Hongonyi’s traditional boma, an open-air “dining room”.
Hongonyi is ideally situated and many other places of interest can be reached within a half hour’s drive. Enjoy the 700m deep Blyde River Canyon, one of South Africa’s natural wonders, God’s Window with breathtaking views. Pilgrims Rest, a living museum of South Africa’s first gold mining town dating back to 1873, the Cheetah Breeding Project, the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre or Kruger National Park, unequalled in the diversity of it’s flora and fauna including 300 sorts of trees, 50 species of fish and 33 of amphibians, 507 species of birds and 114 or reptiles and 147 different mammals.
Transfer available to and from Hongonyi.
Optional excursions available in the Hoedspruit area.
Room Descriptions
With 14 delightfully comfortable en-suite twin bedrooms, and a cosy Honeymoon suite, surrounded by tropical gardens, Hongonyi ensures the ultimate in rest and relaxation.
Rooms are equipped with overhead fans and insect screens to protect you from the African heat, and to ensure a perfect night’s sleep.
Inclusions / Exclusions
Rates Include:
Accommodation, all meals and tea’s, game drives or bush-walks with experienced ranger.
Rates Exclude:
Cash bar, laundry, telephone, fax and email are extra.
Extra information
Casual clothing, neutral colours are best for the bush.
A pullover/sweater for game drives and cool evenings, jacket for winter.
A comfortable pair of walking shoes.
Sun hat, sunglasses and sunburn protection.
A torch/flashlight.
Binoculars and camera.
Insect repellent, please note that anti-malarial prophylactics are essential all year round, consult your physician.
“Big Five” excursions can be arranged by Hongonyi Private Game Lodge.
The lodge is next to Gwala Gwala and has been upgraded.
There is a curio shop for residents to purchase local crafts and is owner run.
The deck is an ideal area to relax and catch up with reading or simply relax under the oversized umbrellas, cool off in the swimming pool situated under a huge Maroela tree. The deck is also ideal to view the animals coming down to drink at the waterhole.
The library has a large selection of books from which to choose.
The lounge area boasts a jet master for the cold winter months.
After an early morning walk or game drive spend the day at leisure around the swimming pool, on the viewing deck, playing chess in the bush lounge or simply relax in a garden hammock under the shade of the famous Amarula tree, from which the amarula cream liqueur is made.
Dinners are normally served in the Boma area.
There is also an airstrip for charter planes.
