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10 Bompas Road,
Dunkeld West,
2196,
South Africa

Honeyguide Tented Safari Camps


SABI SAND LODGE ACCOMMODATION
MPUMALANGA GAME RESERVE LODGES

There are two camps that make up the magnificent Honeyguide; the Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp and the Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp. These are secluded within the Manyeleti Game Reserve, which stretches for 23 000 hectares and boasts an intriguing number of plants and animals. This reserve is situated just outside the world-renowned Kruger National Park, between the Timbavati Reserve and Sabi Sands Reserve.

As the Shangaan name, Manyeleti, implies, this area showcases awe-inspiring night skies, littered with millions of bright stars.

The unique advantage of these camps is that they combine the raw beauty of the African bush with the luxurious touches of quality accommodation, excellent food and top-notch service. There are various activities and guided tours available for guests wanting to explore the surrounding treasures, some of which are aimed particularly at children to ensure that both they and their parents get to experience South Africa in a relevant and personalised way.

Accommodation

The Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp
This camp comprises 12 tents, each with a distinct Indian style, giving them a romantic nostalgia. They are situated in the Tamboti grove near a watering hole and a dry riverbed, guaranteeing excellent views of a variety of animals that come here to drink and cool off. The reception areas have large indoor and outdoor areas in which to relax, as well as a bar and wine cellar.
The swimming pool and deck are perfect during the balmy South African summers, and the watering hole is clearly visible from them.

The tents in the Mantobeni Camp are each equipped with a king-size bed, leather couches, private bathroom with a concrete bath, double shower and toilet. Children over the age of 12 years are welcome.

The Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp
This camp is situated on either side of the dry riverbed and has a modern, relaxed feel about it. It boasts views of the lush green lawns as well as the sparkling swimming pool, while the brightly-coloured public areas give guests a sense of fun and relaxation.

There are 12 tents that make up Khoka Moya, each of which has a king-size bed, mosquito nets, en-suite bathroom, double shower, toilet, private seating area outside and magnificent views of the surrounding environment. The tents are 60 square metres and can accommodate four people. Children of all ages are welcome.

Dining

The menu is varied and dynamic, changing according to daily preferences as well as seasons. However, all menu items are prepared using fresh ingredients and innovative expertise. These may be savoured in the dining area or in the boma, which is a traditional African meeting place, dating back centuries to the earliest tribes that inhabited this land. Alternatively, outdoor dinners in the bush can be arranged.

Activities

After guests enjoy their morning cup of coffee served in their private tent, a game drive is the ideal way to start the day. These are conducted by trained guides in open 4 x 4's to allow for uninterrupted views of the animals as they emerge in the dawning light. Some of these animals include the Big Five (lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos and leopards). These morning drives take approximately three hours and are interrupted by a coffee break and some snacks. Upon return to the camp, breakfast will be served.

Foot safaris are conducted during the day and encourage guests to be more hands-on participants in the fauna and flora of Africa. Experienced rangers will point out various bird and insect species and will provide extra information regarding plants, spoor and dung. This is only available to guests over the age of 12 years.

The afternoon game drive exposes more wildlife to visitors and, as the sun sets in a majestic array of warm colours, nocturnal animals begin to leave their hiding places in search of food and water. During this tour, refreshing sundowners and light snacks are enjoyed.

Should guests feel like relaxing at the camp site rather than embarking on daytime activities, they are welcome to soak up the warmth of the day around the swimming pool or read a good book in the library.

Children

The Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp ensures that children get as much from this safari encounter as their parents. The educational programme is designed to occupy and entertain young ones while parents embark on safari adventures of their own. There are several activities available to the children under the guidance of professional staff members. Kids may enjoy their Honeyguide t-shirt, colouring-in books (for the younger ones), cookie making, soccer games, cricket matches and swimming pool.

The menu at Honeyguide is flexible enough to accommodate the preferences of children. Items like fish fingers, burgers and hot dogs are available.

Children under 12 pay half an adult rate and those under two are free, on condition that they share a tent with their parents.

Note: The children's programme is available only at the Honeyguide Khoka Moya camp, not at the Mantobeni camp

Directions

From Johannesburg or Pretoria
Honeyguide Tented Safari Camp is easily accessed by a good tar road from Johannesburg or Pretoria and will take approximately 6 hours.

From Johannesburg, continue on the N12 East in the direction of Witbank.
From Pretoria, continue on the N4 East in the direction of Witbank.
  • Continue past Witbank towards Belfast
  • Exit the N4 at the Belfast intersection, enter the town and turn right at the second stop sign in the direction of Dullstroom (R540)
  • Pass through Dullstroom towards Mashishing (Lydenburg)
  • At Mashishing the R540 becomes the R36
  • Continue on the R36 for 52km towards Orighstad
  • Pass through Orighstad on the R36 and continue towards the Abel Erasmus Pass
  • Shortly after crossing the Blyde River, turn right in the direction of Orpen/Swadini (R531)
  • Approximately 10km further, do not take the right turn to Swadini but continue straight in the direction of Klaserie. Ignore the turnoff to Hoedspruit.
  • Continue past Klaserie, and turn left at the Orpen signpost and continue until you see the Manyeleti Reserve sign (approximately 36km)
  • Pass the South African Wildlife College on your left and just further on you will see the Honeyguide Tented Safari Camp sign, turn right to enter the reserve.
  • Proceed on for 200m to the Manyeleti entrance gate where a nominal entrance fee is payable.
  • If you miss the turnoff to the Manyeleti reserve you will arrive at the Orpen Gate of the Kruger National Park some 4km's further. You will need to turn around and find the Manyeleti reserve entrance on the left hand side as you head back.
  • Once in the reserve follow the Honeyguide Tented Safari Camp signs to the camp, approximately 5km down a sand road.
  • You will arrive at Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp.
  • Guests staying at Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp will park their vehicles at Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp, and then be taken to Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp by game viewing vehicles.