Manyoni Private Game Reserve
Big 5 Game Reserve – Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaLocated just 30 kilometers north of Hluhluwe in north-western Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, the Manyoni Private Game Reserve (formerly the Zululand Rhino Reserve) is a 23,000-hectare endangered species reserve. Created in 2005 when 17 neighboring farms dropped their fences, the reserve became home to 21 black rhino released as part of a successful conservation initiative. Since then, Manyoni has grown into a thriving Big 5 safari destination, with lion reintroduced to complete the group.
Game viewing here is excellent, with a rich diversity of wildlife and habitats ranging from riparian forests and open grasslands to bushveld and rugged rocky hills – perfect leopard territory.
Manyoni is home to:
Big 5: Rhino (black & white), elephant, buffalo, lion, and leopard
Predators: Cheetah, hyena, caracal, serval, and genet
Other mammals: Hippo, giraffe, warthog, baboon, vervet monkey, mongoose, and bush-babies
Antelope species: Kudu, nyala, impala, common reedbuck, waterbuck, duiker, mountain reedbuck, red bush duiker, and suni
Birdlife: Over 400 recorded species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers
Reptiles: Including the endangered leopard tortoise
Guests can enjoy:
Guided game drives with professional rangers
Bush walks for a closer look at nature
Birding safaris for enthusiasts
Visits to hides offering excellent photographic opportunities
With its combination of luxury safari lodges, conservation success stories, and abundant wildlife, Manyoni Private Game Reserve offers one of the most rewarding safari experiences in KwaZulu-Natal.
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Manyoni Private Game Reserve Accommodation (previously the Zululand Rhino Reserve) |
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Leopard Mountain Lodge Manyoni Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal Overlooking a vast stretch of unspoiled bushland and riverine forests, from the Umsunduze River meandering below to the distant Lebombo Mountains, Leopard Mountain Lodge has one of the most spectacular views in Zululand. More Info |
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Mavela Game Lodge
Manyoni Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal Mavela Game Lodge has large walk-in Safari Tents with shower & toilet en suite for the accommodation, with the Main Lodge a rather grand thatched building. The Luxury Colonial Safari Style Tents have double wood & mosquito net doors with netting on all the windows. More Info |
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Rhino River Lodge
Manyoni Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal Rhino River Lodge set in the very heart of Zululand, South Africa, against a backdrop of the lovely Lebombo Mountains, our small and exclusive lodge offers a unique bush experience and guarantees personal attention from our experienced staff. More Info |
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Rhino Sands Safari Camp
Manyoni Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal Rhino Sands Private Safari camp is the epitome of olde world tented luxury in the bush. In keeping with its very environmentally friendly footprint in the riparian forest of the Manyoni River aka Mhlatuze River in the Manyoni Private Game Reserve this luxurious venue is "completely off the grid" with all aspects of power requirements being achieved in the most ecofriendly method possible with solar power integral to the running of the camp. More Info |
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