African Lion Lodge
African Lion Lodge welcomes you
Kick your feet up at our luxury lodge, and experience the essence of the Bushveld
This exquisite venue is set against the backdrop of the world famous Mystic Monkeys and Feathers Wildlife Park on the Farm Buffelsdrift near Rust de Winter and Pienaarsrivier in the Limpopo province. African Lion Lodge is situated on a 1000 hectare stretch of land.
Directions
From the N1 (Pretoria), use exit 205 Rust de Winter / Pienaarsrivier and then towards Rust de Winter until you reach the main entrance of Mystic Monkeys and Feathers Wildlife Park. Enter the park, then turn left and follow the road to African Lion Lodge.
Coordinates: 25°12’45.6″S 28°31’36.3″E
Accommodation
The lodge can accommodate up to 24 guests. Each room caters for 2 guests at only R750 pp sharing per day, including dinner. For only R1500 pp sharing, visitors can enjoy a hearty breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Spacious luxury
Individually decorated and incorporating rustic natural elements, the 12 thatched units are unique in style and very spacious. Each unit is fully equipped with all the basic amenities. NO SELF CATERING.
Relax and replenish
Units in total features 6 rooms with double beds (including bathroom with a bath, basin and toilet) and 6 rooms with 2 x single beds (including bathroom with a shower, basin and toilet).
Made to entertain
These fully equipped units are owned and managed by brother and sister team, WD and Emri Saayman, who as your hosts, seeks to provide comfortable accommodation, friendly service, and advice.
You are welcome
We offer our guests a tranquil stay in any one of our selected units which are all situated in beautiful garden settings. Rest assured that we will take care of all your requirements, including allocation, check in and checkout arrangements.
Functions
African Lion Lodge is the perfect setting for functions and events. We can organize leisure events such as your cocktail parties, anniversaries, birthday parties, and baby showers. For weddings, we will ensure a calm, serene environment; ready for all your primping and fussing needs on the special day. We also cater for corporate functions such as product launches, guest speakers, seminars and more.
Weddings
Special Occasions
African Lion Lodge is an ideal and affordable setting for any function. It’s breathtakingly picturesque dam set in a landscaped garden surrounded by large indigenous trees makes this a tranquil and romantic atmosphere for your dream wedding or function. Overlooking the pristine surrounding bushveld, a warm friendly welcome is assured for your guests while our competent staff provides the perfect setting for this special day. The welcoming and intimate restaurant can comfortably accommodate up to 100 guests.
Wildlife Interaction
The 1000 hectare farm boasts a variety of wildlife, including Buffalo, Sable antelope, Nyala, Kudu, Zebra, Tsessebe, Giraffe, Springbok, Oryx, Waterbuck, Duiker, Black Impala and off course, our proud pack of lions.
An array of wildlife
By appointment only, and accompanied by trained professional guides, can you experience the eating habits of our majestic lions. Only 400 meters away from African Lion Lodge are guests able to participate and interact with wild animals at the Mystic Monkeys and Feathers wildlife park at an additional fee.
Activities
Enjoy an early morning or late afternoon guided game drive. Appropriate clothing, sun protection, hat, binoculars, cameras and comfortable shoes are essential. Activities also include action-packed racing on the go-kart track, play a game of pool, enjoy an ice cold beer at the bar while watching your favorite rugby team battling it out, cool down in the pool or gather friends and family for a visit to the neighboring animal park, Mystic Monkeys and Feathers. WiFi is available as well.
Game Drives
At African Lion Lodge we offer local and international guests a once in a lifetime experience with two hour guided game drives @ R150 per person. For the more adventurous at heart you can engage with our beautiful lions during morning feeding sessions @ only R200 per person.
Go-karting
Ready, steady, go! Competitive driving or just cruising around the track, electric go-karting is something every child will enjoy. For an adrenalin rush like no other, take the kids and enjoy a fun day on the track. Our hands-on staff will supervise the track for a safe and enjoyable experience.
Animal Park
Mystic Monkeys & Feathers Animal Park are conveniently situated within the Buffelsdrift border. At an additional fee of R150 per adult and R80 per child under 12 years (free for children under the age of 2 years) interact and get close to some of the world’s most majestic animals.
Enjoy a drink or two
Hang with friends and enjoy a cold beer at our top-notch bar. It’s a popular hangout for locals and international visitors alike. Watch your favorite game while tv’s overlook the bar. As the sun starts to settle and the place fills up, you start to enjoy the laughs and lively chatter of guests we’d like to call family.
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
Mystic Monkeys & Feathers
Rust de Winter Nature Reserve
Facilities
There are many facilities that can be utilised on the premises, some of which include a tranquil pool area, private braai area, restaurant, conference room, pond with deck area and a beautiful luscious lawn.
Wine and Dine
Enjoy an alfresco breakfast, a quick lunch or dinner at candle light at our decked restaurant. We happily cater for all dietary requirement (just ask your waiter). Dinner will be served from 16:00 until 20:00 at the lodge.
Taking the Plunge
Fun in the sun! Cool down in the beautiful plunge pool located in close proximity to the lodge, with stunning views of the amazing wildlife passing by.
Splendour of Nature
Each unit opens up onto a big luscious lawn with a view of the bush and wildlife regularly passing by. The lovely surroundings include a beautiful pond and extended deck area.
Conferencing
African Lion Lodge is geared to meet even the most demanding event requirements. Our team is dedicated to helping you get the maximum value from your conference experience.
Get in Touch
We pride ourselves on our premium facility offering combined with elegant, tastefully decorated rooms. Our commitment to service can be seen in our detailed and personalised approach. We are Covid-19-ready. Please note that all guests must adhere to Covid-19 protocols eg. washing hands with soap regularly, wearing a face mask and maintaining social distance at all times.
Talk to us
Due to poor reception we will appreciate it if you send us a WhatsApp message regarding all enquiries and bookings.
WD SAAYMAN: 066 298 6606
EMRI SAAYMAN: 079 875 3439
Send us a Message
AFRICAN LION LODGE
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africanlionlodge@gmail.com
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