Entabeni Kingfisher Lodge
Kingfisher Lodge is situated on the banks of Lake Entabeni on the upper escarpment of the 22 0000 ha Entabeni Safari Conservancy which boasts five eco-systems in the malaria-free Waterberg region of Limpopo Province.
This exclusive and luxury lodge comprises 10 luxury en suite thatched rooms and a honeymoon suite. There are also 2 standard rooms and one wheelchair friendly room. All the bedrooms have private sun decks with spectacular mountain views, and lounge areas with fireplaces. They each include a fan, hair-dryer, safe, tea/coffee station, guest amenities, and a mini bar. The lodge’s wooden deck provides lovely views of the lake and distant bush. Diversity on the reserve is astounding, with more than 55 large mammal species, 300 flowers, 50 grasses, 140 trees, 380 birds and innumerable insects, reptiles and amphibians. Game drives or bush walks, undertaken by highly trained rangers, offer the privilege of up-close Big Five game viewing. The emphasis is always to understand the bush and its various eco-systems. Please note children under 12 years of age are not allowed to participate in the game walks. Some of the large quantity of animals which can be seen are lions, brown hyena, black backed jackal, at least 15 species of antelope and even the beautiful but secretive leopard. |
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Rhinoceros are common on the reserve, and share the grass of the open savanna with the nocturnally feeding hippopotamus.
Horseback safaris provide another perspective on game viewing. These rides last either 1 or 2 hours and also cater for guests with little or no previous riding experience.
However, more skilled riders have the opportunity to embark on a 2 day safari where they can track some of the Big Five whilst also following other game. These rides cover rugged wilderness areas, only accessible by foot or on horseback, for 2 to 5 hours per day, encountering dangerous game (except lion).
Hot air balloon flights are a wonderful way in which to sight game. These last approximately 45 minutes starting in the reserve but, depending on the flight direction and meteorological conditions, may land outside the reserve.
After landing the passengers re-join their ranger to drive through the reserve for breakfast in the bush or at the lodge.
In addition to game viewing, this intimate lodge offers scenic helicopter flights, stargazing in the observatory, lake cruises, paintball, quad bikes, a swimming pool, and a game/bird hide.
Horseback safaris provide another perspective on game viewing. These rides last either 1 or 2 hours and also cater for guests with little or no previous riding experience.
However, more skilled riders have the opportunity to embark on a 2 day safari where they can track some of the Big Five whilst also following other game. These rides cover rugged wilderness areas, only accessible by foot or on horseback, for 2 to 5 hours per day, encountering dangerous game (except lion).
Hot air balloon flights are a wonderful way in which to sight game. These last approximately 45 minutes starting in the reserve but, depending on the flight direction and meteorological conditions, may land outside the reserve.
After landing the passengers re-join their ranger to drive through the reserve for breakfast in the bush or at the lodge.
In addition to game viewing, this intimate lodge offers scenic helicopter flights, stargazing in the observatory, lake cruises, paintball, quad bikes, a swimming pool, and a game/bird hide.
