Manyoni is officially in a ‘low risk’ area. The lodge owners have been living in this area for almost 20 years and there have been no recorded outbreaks of malaria. All our rooms have mosquito nets and bottles of insect repellent. If travellers are concerned, please see your family doctor for further advice.
All Year
Binoculars, hat, comfortable layered clothing, a book, camera, comfortable shoes, and sunscreen.
Summer (November – April)
Swimsuit, light rain jacket, and extra sunscreen.
Winter months (May – October)
Winter jacket, gloves, beanie, scarf, warm pyjamas, warm slippers, and closed shoes.
Items provided at the lodge
Mosquito repellent, umbrellas, rain ponchos, reusable water bottles, and other basic amenities.
Yes, the lodge has electricity during power outages. We have a solar system installed and there are back-up generators.
Manyoni’s diverse habitats of rolling grasslands, steep rocky hills, savannah thornveld and riverine forests host a variety of wildlife. It has over 70 mammal species, including all members of the Big 5, hippos, cheetah, black-backed jackal and giraffe. The most recent bird species count sits at 434.
13:00 – 14:00
Check-in at the Lodge. Arrivals after 14h30 will miss the afternoon game drive.
13:00 – 14:20 Winter Season
High tea will be served. Dietary must be provided as this menu is limited.
14:00 – 15:30 Summer Season
High tea will be served. Dietary must be provided as this menu is limited.
15:00 – 18:00 Winter Season
Afternoon game drive departs.
From 19:00
A three-course dinner will be served. Enjoy a nightcap around the fire afterwards.
05:30 – 08:00 Summer Season
Early morning game drive.
06:00 – 08:30 Winter Season
Early morning game drive.
08:30 – 10:00
Full breakfast will be served.
P450 Rhino River Lodge
Manyoni Private Game Reserve
Bayala 3960
Po Box 2950
Pietermarizburg
3200
