Manyeleti Game Reserve

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Where to stay

Lodges in Manyeleti Game Reserve.

Three price bands, the most-requested in each. 3 lodges across this destination.

The basics

Why, when, and where.

Why

Manyeleti Game Reserve is positioned between the Sabi Sand and the Timbavati reserves thus offering a similar game experience. Importantly there are no fences between these three private reserves and the Kruger National Park itself, so the animals are free to move between them.

Where

Situated on the edge of the Kruger National Park, and sandwiched between the unfenced Sabi Sands and Timbavati reserves, Manyeleti is a secluded gem. It offers excellent Big Five game viewing, low vehicle density, experienced guides and only three luxurious lodges and tented camps. This was once the only reserve in the country that welcomed people of colour. Manyeleti’s lack of development during the apartheid era resulted in a pristine tract of wilderness, reminiscent of the African bush before the advent of mass ecotourism. Visitors experience an off-the-beaten-track safari and gain fascinating insight into the culture of the local Mnisi tribe, who manage the park.

Must see: Manyeleti means ‘Place of Stars’ in the local Shangaan language and it’s easy to see why. Spend an evening here feasting your eyes on the incandescent African night sky.

Imagery

Manyeleti Game Reserve, in pictures.

Recent travellers

Word from people who have just been to Manyeleti Game Reserve.

Quotes pulled directly from Trustpilot. Where we have specific reviews mentioning Manyeleti Game Reserve, those come up first. Otherwise these are recent five-star notes from across the trips we have planned.

"Sara was recommended from friends that she helped plan a safari for in 2024. She extremely helpful and set up alternate itineraries for us with detailed day by day and cost estimates. She patiently talked us several pro/…"
US · with Sara Van Coillie
"Candis and Dolan were exceptional from the moment we made contact. They’ve answered all of our questions, provided great suggestions, were responsive and efficient in all bookings for this trip (safari, day trips, transf…"
CA · with Candis Sequera
"Keith has been amazing with helping us book our trip! We booked it very last minute as we haven’t had time and as this is our honeymoon we wanted it to be very special. Keith has checked in continuously to make sure we’r…"
GB · with Keith Kudzai Chideme
"Zene was exceptional - very patient with us as we went through many questions and alternatives as first time travelers to Africa."
IT · with Zene Devine

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