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Entabeni Safari Conservancy

Entabeni Safari Conservancy

COUNTRY: South Africa

AREA: Limpopo Province


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Summary

Entabeni Safari Conservancy, "The Place of the Mountain", is situated in the World Heritage Waterberg Biosphere of the Waterberg region in Limpopo Province, South Africa. Less than a three-hour drive north of Johannesburg, this 22 000 ha malaria-free reserve boasts five eco-systems. The upper escarpment offers majestic craggy rock formations and wide open grass plains. This is separated from the lower plateau by 600 metre high cliffs. The lower escarpment is about three degrees warmer and comprises sandy wetlands.

Entabeni offers far more than the usual game sightings of the Big Five. Experience scenic helicopter flights, stargazing in the observatory, sunset lake cruises and a variety of game viewing activities.

The Safari Conservancy offers 7 different types of exciting accommodation for eco-tourists, in the form of luxury four and five-star lodges. Accommodation at all lodges is excellent value for money, and includes all meals as well as 2 guided game drives daily.

Accommodation

Kingfisher Lodge is situated on the banks of Lake Entabeni on the upper escarpment of the Safari Conservancy. Kingfisher Lodge is a satellite lodge of Lakeside Lodge.

Eight deluxe rooms feature showers, baths, twin hand basins, extra length beds, electric blankets for winter, overhead fans, fireplaces, mini bars and wooden decks. The honeymoon suite features an exquisite four-poster bed and Jacuzzi bath. One of the rooms is also paraplegic friendly. Giant shade trees form a green and cool canopy over the lodge.


Hanglip Mountain Lodge is situated on the lower escarpment of the Entabeni Safari Conservancy. This alluring five-star lodge evokes the romantic Africa of yesteryear. All luxury suites, furnished in African Baroque style, have private sun decks with breathtaking views across the wetlands and vast open plains. Enchanting gardens provide a paradise of foliage and tranquility.

This exclusive lodge comprising 10 luxury en-suite thatched rooms including one Honeymoon Suite. There are also 2 standard rooms and one wheelchair friendly room. It is refreshingly alluring with its unique blend of utter luxury and true African wilderness, with views stretching beyond the lake to Hanglip Mountain and the rest of its range.

Lakeside Lodge is situated on the banks of Entabeni Lake on the upper escarpment of the Entabeni Safari Conservancy.

The Lodge consists of 24 Luxury en-suite bedrooms, including 9 family rooms. On the banks of Lake Entabeni luxurious and elegantly furnished en suite bedrooms are linked with thatched walkways to the Reception, Restaurant Conference and Boma areas.


Eagle's Nest is an intimate, private satellite Lodge of Lakeside Lodge situated on the upper escarpment of the Entabeni Safari Conservancy. The exclusive Eagle's Nest nestles high on a hill overlooking Entabeni Lake and Mountain. This luxury wooden and stone lodge built on stilts provides a perfect setting with spectacular birds-eye views.

Four en-suite bedrooms with a communal lounge area. A spacious, elegantly decorated private lounge and dining area with fireplace leads on to a unique rock-face boma and sun deck. Eagle's Nest offers personalised service, tranquility and privacy.


Ravineside Lodge is situated on the upper escarpment of the Entabeni Safari Conservancy, overlooking the gorge.

Under the extending shadow of Entabeni Rock, you will find open grasslands surrounded by majestic mountains, natural rock formations and verdant bush. There is an abundance of waterfalls, springs, crystal clear mountain pools and streams. Entabeni offers not only guided walks and game drives but also bush picnics and dinners enjoyed in magical surroundings and bush venues, especially at Boekenhout and the breathtaking Hanglip view point.

Ravineside Lodge has undeniable appeal and a character of its own. Ravineside Lodge comprises tranquil thatched wooden lodges on stilts with bird?s eye-views. Each lodge has 3 or 4 luxury en suite bedrooms with an African ethnic theme. A private open-plan lounge and bar area extends to the open sundecks. From here the guests can indulge in bird and game watching and experience the beauty of the ravine with the rippling sound of water far down in the valley.


Wildside Safari Camp: A true African bush experience awaits you at Wildside Safari Camp, where the essence of the unspoilt wilderness of the Waterberg is combined with comfortable en-suite tents, creating a wild Africa atmosphere. The open lounge/bar area with the romantic roaring fire in the boma creates the perfect end to a relaxed day in the bush.


Typical room facilities include: Telephone, Ceiling Fans, Hair-Drier, Safe, Tea/Coffee Station, Guest Amenities, Mini Bar, Magazines.

Food

Each of the Conservancy's Lodges has an on-site restaurant, with options to eat in the dining area or under the stunning, star-strewn African skies. Meals are a mix of international cuisine and delicious local dishes.

Your stay at the Conservancy is on a Full Board basis, meaning breakfast, lunch and supper are included in accommodation rates.

Activities

Along with twice daily guided game drives, activities in the Entabeni Safari Conservancy include:

  • Pedi Cultural Village/Eugene Marais Museum
  • Guided Horse Trails
  • Guided walking trails
  • Scenic Helicopter Flights
  • Private Meals on Hanglip Mountain by helicopter
  • Wellness & Beauty Treatments
  • Sunset Boat Cruise
  • Additional Game Drives/Walks
  • Marimba Dancing
  • Tribal Dancing & Drumming
  • Entabeni Choir
  • Star Gazing
  • Boat Cruise
  • Paintball
  • Abseiling
  • Quad Bikes
  • Swimming Pool.

Conference Facilities

Lakeside Lodge is ideal for conferences, with 2 fully equipped rooms that can cater for up to 145 delegates. Facilities for informal management meetings, brainstorming sessions etc. are also available in the Conservancy.

Teambuilding Facilities

Beach and Bush Adventures, one of South Africa's top corporate teambuilding and event organising operators, offers a variety of teambuilding and activity options which can take place onsite in Entabeni Safari Conservancy.

To learn more about what we can do for you and your organisation, please contact us at: bookings@beachandbush.co.za or phone Sean on +27 82 902 5672.

Rates

Rate Description Start Date End Date
ZAR 1,590-1,850 Lakeside Lodge, per person sharing
ZAR 2,385-2,775 Lakeside Lodge, per person single
ZAR 1,590-1,850 Ravineside Lodge, per person sharing
ZAR 2,385-2,775 Ravineside Lodge, per person single
ZAR 1,590-1,850 Eagles Nest, per person sharing
ZAR 2,385-2,775 Eagles Nest, per person single
ZAR 2,390-2,950 Kingfisher Lodge, per person sharing
ZAR 3,585-4,425 Kingfisher Lodge, per person single
ZAR 2,390-2,950 Hanglip Mountain Lodge, per person sharing
ZAR 3,585-4,425 Hanglip Mountain Lodge, per person single
ZAR 1,250-1,650 Wildside Safari Camp, per person sharing
ZAR 1,875-2,475 Wildside Safari Camp, per person single

All prices exclude VAT. Rates are subject to change without prior notice. Please enquire for up-to-date rates.

Rates Comment

Rates are per person in S.A Rand. Accommodation is Full Board, including 3 meals and 2 Game Drives daily.

Please note: Rates vary across seasons. Please enquire for applicable rate.
High Season: 01 Nov 2009 - 30 April 2010 & 01 Sept 2010 - 31 Oct 2010
Low Season: 01 May 2010 - 31 Aug 2010


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