Mongena Game Lodge

The 4 star rated Mongena Game Lodge is conveniently situated 35 km from Pretoria on the N1, in the malaria free northwestern section of the Big 5 Dinokeng Game Reserve, a mere 40 Minutes from Pretoria and 1.5 hour drive from OR Tambo International Airport and Johannesburg. Mongena Game Lodge offers a spectacular African Bush safari & game drive experience for local and international visitors.

The Lodge is easily accessible via tarred road, or arrive by air on Mongena`s owns private tarred airstrip. Shuttles at additional costs can be arranged to and from all major cities and airports. Lions, cheetah, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard roam freely in the 18,500 ha game reserve making it a truly big five game reserve within the borders of the Gauteng province.

- Game Drives and Safaris with qualified rangers each day
- Guided bush walks
- Sunset cruises on 28 ha dam
- Bush Breakfasts & Bush Barbeques
- Accommodation for 59 guests
- Family Accommodation
- Day visitors welcome
- Bush Weddings
- Conferences & Functions
- Airstrip

Due to its easy access from the N1 as well as being close to JNB and PTA, Mongena has become a popular day tour destination for guided game drives, guided bush walks, sunset cruises and amazing hearty meal offerings at Tshukudu Restaurant and Kingfisher Restaurant..

The lodge prides itself on a 28 hectare scenic dam flanked by the Pienaars- and Boekenhout rivers where sunset cruises are offered. The exquisite Fisheagle boathouse venue is available for private functions and boma dinners for groups only.

There is a state-of-the art conference centre, with boardrooms for focus groups, and an a la carte scrumptious menu, from which to dine like kings and queens, at the Kingfisher Restaurant. Bush weddings are very popular at Mongena, offering great photo opportunities with the Big 5, along with a romantic wedding chapel completes the unique offerings at Mongenas the main camp.

Mongena is named after the Boekenhout tree, which is indigenous to the Dinokeng area. The tame Zebra`s, Nyala`s and Springbucks residing in the main camp are delighting all guests with their presence and have become a favourite trademark of Mongena.

Mongena Game Lodge accommodation:
Mongena Game Lodge offers accommodation in 24 air-conditioned en suite rooms (single, double/twin or family accommodation) positioned in beautiful indigenous landscaped gardens accommodating a total of 59 guests in sharing accommodation close to Pretoria. Each unit has a shower, coffee/tea making facilities, room safe, hairdryer, flat screen television set with satellite TV programmes and a room turn-down service at night. 6 of the 18 twin rooms and all 6 family rooms offer a bathroom with bathtub and shower.

All chalets are well positioned amidst rolling lawns and indigenous landscaping in close proximity to the Tshukudu breakfast restaurant, Kingfisher a la carte Restaurant, pool and Tshukudu bar area. The tame Zebra`s, Nyala`s and Springbucks residing in the main camp are delighting all guests with their presence and have become a favourite trademark of Mongena. The lodge also has a wheelchair friendly twin room with a paraplegic bathroom facility. Wifi is available at certain hotspots around the lodge.

Baby cots are available and baby feeding chairs are provided in the dining areas.

Wildways Bush Camp accommodation:
Wildways is a serviced, self-catering bush camp situated in the Pride of Africa conservancy a mere 40kms north of Pretoria in the approximately 21 000 hectare free-roaming big 5 Dinokeng Game Reserve 4 kms from Mongena, sleeping a total of 20 guests in shared accommodation.

The camp consists of three fully furnished, serviced 2 bedroom self-catering chalets and a separate cluster of 4 bedrooms named Weaver`s Nest with its own communal kitchen, lapa and meeting room.

Each chalet comprises of two bedrooms (to be made up as single or double bed) with built-in cupboard, ceiling fans, two bathrooms with towels and hot running water, a comfortable lounge, a fully equipped kitchen with a breakfast nook, stove and oven, microwave oven, fridge with freezer compartment, double sink, kettle, cutlery, crockery and braai utensils. The main bedroom has an en-suite bathroom. Each chalet has it`s own private lapa and braai area. Meals can be enjoyed next to the fire under the stars, or on a large shaded furnished veranda with a bench table.

Three Self Catering Chalets - maximum 12 guests:
Each chalet comprises of two bedrooms (to be made up as single or double bed) with built-in cupboard, ceiling fans, two bathrooms with towels and hot running water, a comfortable lounge, a fully equipped kitchen with a breakfast nook, stove and oven, microwave oven, fridge with freezer compartment, double sink, kettle, cutlery, crockery and braai utensils. The main bedroom has an en-suite bathroom. Each chalet has it`s own private lapa and braai area. Meals can be enjoyed next to the fire under the stars, or on a large shaded furnished veranda with a bench table.

Weaver`s Nest - 4 twin rooms to sleep a maximum of 8 people:
Consists of a cluster of 4 twin rooms each having two single beds, a ceiling fan, built-in cupboard space, dressing table, coffee & tea station with kettle and an en-suite shower and toilet. Weavers nest must be booked as a unit with a minimum amount per night. The verandah outside each room features a bench table for individual dinners. Meals can be prepared in the communal kitchen with a large dining table. The fully equipped Kitchen comprises of one standalone fridges, upright freezer, stove and oven, microwave, double sink. Weavers nest has access to a conference room as well as a private braai lapa.

Central Entertainment area:
This area boasts a lounge with satellite television, library and a games room with a splash pool. A communal playground services the needs of the little guests. Limited undercover parking is available. Wood and firelighters are available on-site at extra costs. Walks and cycle rides on communal roads can be undertaken in the fenced area of the camp where antelope and zebras roam. Guided game drives need to be pre-booked 48 hrs in advance at the following times: 06h30, 09h00,16h00

Activities at Mongena Game Lodge:
Experience the African bush with our qualified rangers and trackers on our well-maintained fleet of game safari vehicles. We offer 5 guided game drives per day during the summer months and 4 during the winter months (times vary according to season) taking you to the best lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, cheetah and hippo sightings imaginable. Other species one can expect to see are Giraffe, Eland, Kudu, Impala, Zebra, Blue Wildebeest (Gnu), Red Hartebeest, Tsessebe, Waterbuck, Warthog, Black-backed Jackal, Crocodile, Ostrich, Aardwolf, Aardvark, Brown Hyena, Caracal, Serval, Porcupine, Genet (small-spotted and large-spotted) and the occasional Leopard.

One early morning and One late afternoon wildlife activity daily plus high tea in the afternoon is included in the fully inclusive package.

Mongena safari vehicles are in a privileged position to be able to traverse over 6 000 hectares of indigenous bush vegetation increasing the chances of good animal sightings.

No own vehicles are allowed on the roads of Mongena Game Lodge except access from the main gate to the main camp.
Regret no children under 3 years allowed

Guided Bush Walk:
One of the best `moments` at Mongena Game Lodge is exploring the African bush on foot with a qualified Game Ranger! The adventurous guest experiences the sights, sounds and smells of the diverse African bush & wildlife, including animals, birds and plants which are often missed on a game drive. Enjoy an early morning or late afternoon two or four hour guided bush walk. Maximum of 8 guests per group. Times as per arrangement. Appropriate bush clothing, sun protection, hat, binoculars, cameras and comfortable walking shoes are essential.

No Children under 12 years allowed on bush walks

Sunset Cruise and Boathouse:
Board the luxury boat for a sunset cruise and watch the sky turn to a romantic purple-blue whilst listening to the African Fish Eagle`s cry. Our boat docks at the Fish Eagle Boathouse Boma situated a mere 10-minutes drive from the main camp - an ideal venue for that special conference dinner, product launch, themed evening, spit braai birthday party, wedding or any group function with the upper deck providing breathtaking views over the indigenous bushveld.

Tariff for the sunset cruise includes snacks consisting of dry wors/biltong, potato crisps, nuts and dried fruit and 1 x standard choice of soft drink, beer, house wine, cider, juice or water per adult/child. Additional drinks are available and will be billed afterwards. Champagne and spirits are optional billable items and need to be pre-ordered at least 1-hour before departure.

The dam and its adjoining wetlands lend themselves to splendid bird watching. Over 280 species have been recorded on the reserve - we invite you to come and find your `life`.

Wining and Dining:
- Kingfisher Restaurant
- Tshukudu Lapa
- Bush Barbeque
- Boathouse Boma