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White Elephant Lodge - Accommodation near Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

White Elephant Lodge - Accommodation Accommodation near Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal. The Pongola Game Reserve was first proclaimed in 1894 and is the second oldest reserve in the world. Pongola Game Reserve is host to 4 of the "Big 5" species. Wildlife includes buffalo, elephant, rhino, leopard, hyena, giraffe, wildebees, zebra, warthog, 12 different antelope species, over 350 bird species and an interesting array of smaller mammal and insect life. Exactly 100 years ago after the last sighting of elephant in the Pongola area, two breeding herds were reintroduced.

Price: 6

all included

7 chalets 8 luxury tents

Surrounded by the majestic Lebombo Mountains and shimmering waters of Lake Jozini, White Elephant Safari Lodge offers every comfort for your sojourn in the African wilderness. Originally built in the 1920`s, this 16-bedded lodge captures the history and romance of the colonial era.The sweeping views and tranquil setting provide the venue for a unique African experience. Eight luxurious safari-style tents, each with en-suite bathroom, outdoor canvas shower, private veranda and personal bar, ensure a secluded retreat in unspoilt savanna bushveld teeming with game and birdlife. Accommodation rates include dinner, pre-activity continental breakfast, brunch , afternoon tea (high tea), daily coffees, teas, juices, cakes and two of the following eco-activities per day - game drive, boat cruise, guided game walk, elephanting, rhino walks and night drives.

Game drives are conducted in open 4-wheel drive vehicles with professional guides. Walking trails are very much part of the White Elephant experience and are offered as a daily excursion, normally early morning and late afternoon. Guests will also be offered the opportunity of participating in the elephant monitoring programme, which is documenting research on the translocated elephant herds. Boating activities include early morning game viewing cruises and late afternoon sunset excursions. Lake Jozini offers spectacular freshwater fishing opportunities, including tiger-fishing, and is considered to be on a par with Lake Kariba.