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Southern Africa Guide
Southern Africa's icons, shaped into one itinerary: Greater Kruger, Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta and Cape Town.
Where to stay
Lodges in Manyoni Private Game Reserve.
3 lodges across this destination, ordered by what guests pick most. Rates per person sharing, per night.
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01 AffordableLeopard Mountain Safari Lodge
- Luxury
- Big 5
Family-run five-star lodge set high on a ridge inside Manyoni Private Game Reserve in northern KwaZulu-Natal. Nine luxury suites with private plunge pools and indoor-outdoor showers look out over 58,000 acres of Big Five wilderness, home to black rhino, pangolin, cheetah and wild dog. Intimate, conservation-focused and best suited to couples and small parties.
Per person sharing, per night, from
R 10 570
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02 PremiumRhino Sands Safari Camp
Rhino Sands is an eco-friendly camp located in one of South Africa's premier wildlife-viewing destinations; Manyoni Private Game Reserve.
Per person sharing, per night, from
R 11 340
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andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge
Reopening in July 2026, andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge is an intimate six-suite retreat set between rare sand forest and open wetland in the 73,800-acre Phinda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal. Guests track the Big Five across seven distinct ecosystems, follow black rhino on foot and pair safari mornings with afternoons on the Indian Ocean coast.
Per person sharing, per night, from
R 22 400
Current offers
Honeymoon
50% discount on one partner's accommodation for the full stay
The basics
Why, when, and where.
Why
Manyoni Private Game Reserve is a great destination for a wildlife safari. It is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo). The reserve also offers a variety of activities, such as game drives, bush walks, and bird watching. The reserve is also home to a variety of bird species, including the endangered African Fish Eagle. The reserve is also home to a variety of antelope species.
Reserve is also a great destination for those looking to experience the beauty of the African bush. The reserve is home to a variety of landscapes, from open savannahs to dense forests. Visitors can also enjoy the stunning views of the Drakensberg Mountains from the reserve. Additionally, the reserve offers a variety of accommodation options, from luxury lodges to rustic campsites.
When
The best time to visit Manyoni Private Game Reserve is during the dry season, which runs from May to October. This is when the animals are most active and the vegetation is at its most lush.
Imagery
Manyoni Private Game Reserve, in pictures.
Recent travellers
Word from people who have just been to Manyoni Private Game Reserve.
Quotes pulled directly from Trustpilot. Where we have specific reviews mentioning Manyoni Private Game Reserve, those come up first. Otherwise these are recent five-star notes from across the trips we have planned.
"Very easy booking process. The agent was patient with us as we asked our questions."
"It was a pleasure working with Pascal John. He was always available and very professional. He checked all the boxes with the Dream honeymoon I am planning for my son and they are so excited that this is happening without any stress and on such short notice. I would definitely recommend Safari.com."
"Easy to work with! Prompt responses and patient with itinerary changes. Highly recommend."
"Cearl is a wonderful, patient and educational advisor! She was very knowledgeable, always available and patient despite our planning process starting later than we had hoped. We are so excited to experience the plan that she developed..:)"
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