Warthog Lodge is the ideal getaway for those who want to experience nature in stylish comfort. The Lodge can accommodate up to six adults and two children in a main house and two separate chalets. Just bring your own food and beverages.

Solar backup power during load shedding and power outages.

Decorated with a distinct African flavour, Warthog Lodge lies within the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve. The Reserve boasts rolling hills, spectacular scenery and dams. With prolific bird life and 36 species of wildlife – including the Big Five (lions are in their own enclosure), to mention just some of the wonders that await you.

In addition to the awesome surrounds and first-rate accommodation, you can choose from a host of activities; including, game drives, horseback game viewing, cold and heated swimming pools and an outdoor spa. Or, simply soak up the views and the natural beauty from the deck of Warthog Lodge.

Check-in: 2 pm

Check-out: 10 am

House Facilities

  • Accommodates: 6 - 8

  • Children are welcome, but younger children will need adult supervision due to the wildlife around the house

  • Bedrooms: 3

  • Bathrooms: 3 en-suite and each with outdoor shower

  • Self-catering

  • Bath towels

  • Swimming towels

  • 300 ct Percale Cotton bedding

  • Fully equipped kitchen

  • Dishwasher

  • Washing Machine

  • Netflix, ShowMax, DSTV and DSTVNow

  • Indoor fireplace

  • Boma

  • Each bedroom features a safe for your electronics

Included

  • Netflix, ShowMax, DSTV Premium and DSTVNow

  • Fast WI-FI

  • Private Swimming Pool

  • Enhanced cleaning between stays

  • Backup Power during load shedding and power outages – Solar Inverter based (quiet) power back-up for the main house. Gas stove and gas geysers. Solar and emergency lighting in the chalets.

Added Extras

  • Game Viewing Vehicle (manual transmission) – optional @ R1000.00 a day.

  • Cleaning Service – optional @ R350.00 a day.

  • Wood – optional @ R30.00 a bag.

  • Firelighters – optional @ R30.00 per pack.

  • Late Check-Out (after 10 am and as late as 2 pm) – optional @ R650.00 – will depend on availability.

  • Early Check-In ( 10 am) – optional @ R650.00 – will depend on availability.

  • Camp/Travel Cot and Bedding – on request (no charge).

Onsite Facilities

  • 4x4 trails and game drives

  • 24-hour reception

  • ATM

  • Archery

  • Bird watching

  • Hiking

  • Horse riding

  • Restaurant and Ladies bar

  • Private airstrip

  • Provisions shop

  • Cold swimming pool

  • Heated 2-in-1 pool (pool and Jacuzzi)

  • Sauna

  • Tennis courts

  • Squash courts

  • Mini-golf

We are Kind to our Environment

At Warthog Lodge we have created an eco-friendly system that is kind to the surrounding environment. We are striving to become one of the most environmentally friendly self-catering lodges in the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve.

Nearby Facilities

  • Bela-Bela – 28km

  • Golf and gym – 18km

  • Johannesburg International
    Airport – 197km

  • Medical facilities – 28km

  • Shopping centre – 28km

Activities

  • Game drives

  • Horse trails

  • Lion feeding drives

  • Archery

Tourist Attractions

 

https://www.idwalaview.co.za

This secluded, self-catering luxury nature reserve getaway offers you the best way to experience amazing African wildlife in the malaria-free Mabalingwe Nature Reserve – the playground of a multitude of Africa’s finest animals and birds who love to visit the watering hole at Idwala View. The house boasts spacious rooms that spill out to the expansive deck where a swimming pool, bar and sun deck await. Idwala View can accommodate 12 guests – up to 8 adults and 4 children. Perfect for family gatherings and large groups. Spend quality time together as you enjoy the views of the glorious sunsets while sipping a sundowner.