Rates

RATES FOR 2010

RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

Mopane Bush Lodge, a tranquil bush retreat graded a 4* luxury lodge, of African Renaissance design, nestles in the Mopane bushveld. It is situated on Mapesu Nature Reserve, a 6000-hectare game farm in the Limpopo Valley, adjacent to the Mapungubwe National Park. The eight secluded thatched chalets are situated each in their own kraal with en-suite bathroom, exclusive verandah and additional out door shower. It is the ideal setting for a really comfortable bush experience.

It is an ideal stopover between Tuli in Botswana and South Africa, particularly Kruger National Park and the Tzaneen area. Also as part of a Heritage and Wildlife tour around the Limpopo Province

Facilities

• It is a safe environment for walking, cycling, birding and driving in the bush. The Reserve is home to many species of game and birds, and a variety of trees and shrubs, some of which are endemic to the area.
• Rates include all taxes, meals and guided drives or walks on Mapesu Nature Reserve. Drinks, laundry and gratuities are not included.
• Experience the magic of dinner in the boma seated around the fire under the brilliant southern night skies.
• On a warm valley day, cool off in the sparkling pool with waterfall and martini seat beside the bar.
• The spacious bedrooms are designed for a relaxed stay in luxurious comfort. There is a tea/coffee station in every room.
• One chalet is wheel chair friendly.
• Due to the seclusion of the chalets, they are not ideally suited to accommodate young children. Children under 12 the rate is half price and under 2 years free.
• There are many activities to do in the surrounding areas – please see the information below.

Payment terms & conditions

• A deposit of 50% is required in order to confirm your reservation.
• The remaining 50% is to be paid 7 days prior to the date of arrival.
• Method of payment: Bank transfer, credit card (Visa or Mastercard), bank guaranteed cheque or cash
• Cancellation fee: A 10% administration fee of the full account will be levied on any cancellation. If the reservation is cancelled less than 7 days before visit, the entire deposit will be forfeited.

Banking details

Bank: Nedbank
Swift code: NEDS ZAJJ
Branch: Sandown
Branch Code: 193305,
Account number: 1933 186542
Account name: Mopane Bush Lodge

RESERVATIONS

TEL: 083 633 0795 or 083 633 0765
FAX: 086 610 3410
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
WEBSITE: http://www.mopanebushlodge.co.za/

ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE FROM MOPANE BUSH LODGE

**Transport in 4x4 open game viewer or Toyota Quantum as appropriate
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• Mapungubwe National Park – A new national park with spectacular views of the Limpopo River, dramatic scenery and spectacular sandstone cliffs, elephants and other wildlife.
• Mapungubwe World Heritage Site – A tour to Mapungubwe Hill, the site of the first African Kingdom , which reached its climax in the 13 th Century, predating Great Zimbabwe.
• Track the endangered wild dog, accompanied by a researcher to view these fascinating endangered predators in the wild.
• Walking or cycling the Baobabwe Peace Trail. Restore your soul with the splendour and majesty of giant Baobab trees, thousands of years old.
• Try some crocodile meat and see thousands of crocodiles being bred for their skins and meat at the Ratho Crocodile Farm.
• Go birding in one of South Africa's best birding areas.
• Visit the Messina Baobab Nature Reserve – home to hundreds of large baobab trees and sable antelope. See the world's oldest dated exposed rock.

Conditions

Activities should be booked and paid for when the reservation is made to ensure availability, whether using MBL guides or self-drive. Bookings on arrival are subject to availability.

Maps and directions are available at reception if the self-drive option is selected.

Refreshments are included on all of the activities.

Information

Arrival & Departure : Check in is from 15h00 and check out is by 10h00 unless otherwise arranged.

Meals : Any special dietary requirements can be catered for if we are informed with the reservation.

Malaria : We are in a very low risk area being situated on the edge of a malaria area. However for summer anti-malarial prophylactics should be considered. A physician or travel clinic should be consulted.

Water : We have our own purification plant, but bottled water can be purchased.

Plug Points: 230v 50 Hz plus a 110v 50Hz shaver plug in each bathroom

Suggested Items to be packed : Comfortable walking shoes, swimming costumes, sun hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, cameras and binoculars.

Climate: Summer -> -lightweight clothing and swimming costumes, warm clothing for game drives. Winter -> light clothing for daytime, warm clothing for evening and very warm insulated jackets for game drives. In South Africa the average number of sunshine hours is amongst the highest in the world. Where Mopane Bush Lodge is situated, we receive a summer rainfall but despite the occasional shower, the average daytime temperature between October and April is frequently above 30° C / 86° F. When the sun sets, it cools down to approximately 20° C / 68° F. Winters are mild with daytime temperatures normally above 20° C / 68° F while overnight temperatures rarely go below 10° C / 50° F.

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