The schedule at the lodge is very busy and we would only recommend going on any of the daytrips if you have booked for longer than 2 days at the lodge.
Panorama Tour
Visit the Blyde River Canyon. Stops at Spectacular Waterfalls, God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Three Rondavels and the Pinnacle. This is one of the most scenic routes in the region, a must see for any visitor. (Full Day Tour)
R 1 250-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
R 1 195-00 p.p. (3 pax +)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide, Entrance Fees
Times: Pick up 07h00
Game drives at lodge: No morning and evening game drive.
Moholoholo Centre
Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre provides a home for many of South Africa’s abandoned, injured and poisoned wildlife. Come and witness the caring and nursing of these wild birds and mammals.
Animals you will see: Lion, Leopard, Serval, Cheetah, Hyena, Honey Badger, Eagles, Vultures and baby animals that we may have at the time of your visit. (Half Day Tour)
R 900-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide, Entrance Fees
Times: Mondays to Saturdays: 09h30 to 15h00
Sundays: Only during Limpopo school holidays and long weekends at 15h00.
Game drives at lodge: Only morning game drive.
Cheetah Breeding Project
An Introductory presentation, Open Safari vehicles move between the various enclosures, guests can view cheetah, wild dog, lions, black-footed cats, African wild cats, ground hornbills, sable antelope and the Vulture Restaurant.
Marabou stork and Bateleur eagle are frequently seen in the area. (Half Day Tour)
R 850-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide Entrance Fee
Times: 09h00 to 15h00.
Game drives at lodge: Morning and evening game drive.
The Elephant Sanctuary
A unique and fully guided educational program. Learn more about animal habits, behavior, different personalities and anatomy through up-close and personal interaction. You get an opportunity to touch, feed and even walk trunk-in-hand with these magnificent animals.
A short elephant-back-ride is also offered at an additional cost. (Full Day Tour)
R 1 750-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide, Entrance Fees - Optional: Elephant Ride R850-00
Times: 08h00, 09h30, 11h00, 12h30, 14h00, 15h30
Game drives at lodge: Only morning game drive.
Elephant Back Safari’s
Introduction and orientation into the personalities of the elephants – Guests mount their elephant atop their mighty spines. View tree tops, birds’ nests and giraffe almost face to face.
R 2 250-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide, Entrance Fees
Times: 06h00
Game drives at lodge: Only evening game drive.
Jessica The Hippo
Jessica is a 10 year old female Hippopotamus. Come feed, touch and play with Jessica the Hippo. A video will also be shown. Feed Jessica the snack of the day and give her 2 bottles of tea. Give her a back rub with your feet and sit with her for a while. (Half Day Tour)
R 600-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide, Entrance Fees
Times: Mon - Sat - 10H00 to 12H00 and 15H00 to 17H00 - Sunday - 10H00 to 12H00
Game drives at lodge: Morning and evening game drive.
Echo Caves
The cave consists of impressive stalactites and stalagmite formations.
The spectacular limestone and dripstone structures inside these natural caverns make for interesting imaginary figures which can be seen in chambers throughout the cave as it winds through the mountain. (Half Day Tour)
R 850-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide, Entrance Fees
Times: 08h30 to 16h00
Tours are suitable for young and old.
Game drives at lodge: Morning and evening game drive.
Boat Cruise on Blyde Dam
The third largest Canyon in the world. A tour guide will take you to the Kadishi Tufa waterfall and the Three Rondawels.
An abundance of wildlife and numerous fish, antelope species, Hippos, Crocodiles, primate species and a diversity of birdlife such as the African Fish Eagle, African Finfoot and much more. (Full day Tour)
R 800-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide, Entrance Fees
Times: 09h00, 11h00 and 15h00
BOOKINGS TO BE MADE 2 HOURS IN ADVANCE
Game drives at lodge: Morning and evening game drive.
Shangana Cultural Village
Shangana invite guests to share their way of life, history, customs, initiation ceremonies, the practice of polygamy, outfits and weapons of masocho(warriors), their homes, beadwork, clothing and the preparation of food.
Guests visit the mystical kraal of the Sangoma (traditional healer). The Sangoma explains different mutis (medicines) and may throw his bones on request Shangaan dancing. (Half Day Tour)
R 1 100-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide, Entrance Fees
Times: 09h00 to 16h00
Game drives at lodge: Only morning game drive.
Khamai Reptile park
A curator will guide you through the facility and give you an intimate hands-on experience with the animals. You will be allowed to feed, touch and photograph some of the more interesting reptiles. (Half Day Tour)
R 620-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide, Entrance Fees
Times: 08h00 to 17h00
Game drives at lodge: Morning and evening game drive.
Bombyx Mori Silk Farm
Take a journey through silk’s fascinating history. Learn how the silk-worms are organically farmed and how the silk cocoons are processed into the wonderful products that are sold worldwide.
Learn about this incredible little creatures and the fascinating process of silk production.
R 695-00 p.p. (Min 2 people)
Includes: Pick up/drop off Lodge, Professional Tour Guide, Entrance Fees
Times: 09h00 to 15:00
Game drives at lodge: Morning and evening game drive.