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Mashovhela Pool

 

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Mashovhela, also traditionally known as “the place where the drums can be heard”, is the second most sacred place in Venda folklore. This sacred site is still used occasionally by sangomas in rain-making ceremonies. A few years ago the sangomas beat their drums - shortly after which Venda had the heaviest rains and most devastating floods in living memory.!

According to Venda lore, the legendary and powerful King Thohoiyanda had a mystical drum, Ngoma Lungundo ('drum of the dead'). As his enemies approached this drum was beaten and his foes just dropped dead. One night, King Thohoiyanda and the sacred drum mysteriously disappeared from his royal kraal. Neither were ever seen again.

It is believed he disappeared into the Western Soutpansberg, where Mashovhela Lodge is situated. Tradition has it that it is this sacred drum that can sometimes be heard in the echoes from the rock cliffs of Mashovhela Pool. Come and listen for the drum beating at Mashovhela.

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Old Mine Guest House |

Old Mine Guest House

Musina(Messina) Guest House, Musina(Messina) Self-catering in Musina(Messina)
70.46km from Mashovhela Pool

This historic and spacious mine managers residence was built in 1919 on the outskirts of Musina overlooking the bushveld and Sinquelele hills. The house has been converted into a Guest House with separate newly erected spacious en-suite flatlet.

  • R200 p/p sharing
    R300 Single
  • 15 Guests
 
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Zulani Safaris Game Farm |

Zulani Safaris Game Farm

Vivo Self-catering, Vivo Bed and Breakfast in Vivo
71.18km from Mashovhela Pool

Zulani Safaris is located on a private game farm, offering two bush camps and a luxurious lodge where you can relax after a big day in the African bush. The farm lies in the northern Limpopo with views towards the Soutpansberg and the Blouberg.

  • R250 Single
  • 20 Guests
 
 
Chinaka Lodge |

Chinaka Lodge

Vivo Safari Lodge in Vivo
71.18km from Mashovhela Pool

Up-market, secluded bush lodge. Offering privacy, excellent cuisine, romantic bush breakfasts or just the possibility to sit around a crackling fire under the African star lit sky, listening to the jackals in the near vicinity. Situated 127km North of Polokwane and 16km North of the Soutpansberg Mountains.

  • R350 p/p sharing
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Matombo Lodge |

Matombo Lodge

Musina(Messina) Lodge in Musina(Messina)
71.60km from Mashovhela Pool

Nestled in between two magnificent kopjes, with spectacular views over the baobab valley, Matombo Lodge offer visitors a peaceful atmosphere where you can relax in comfort.

  • R290 p/p sharing
    R400 Single
  • 22 Guests
 
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Klein Bolayi Lodge |

Klein Bolayi Lodge

Musina(Messina) Lodge, Musina(Messina) Bed and Breakfast in Musina(Messina)
72.70km from Mashovhela Pool

Klein Bolayi Lodge is located in the Limpopo Valley. Situated amongst large Baobab trees, the lodge offer a variety of accommodation including seven en-suite bedrooms as well as 13 thatched roof cottages amidst colourful subtropical gardens.

  • R525 p/p sharing
    R525 Single
  • 52 Guests
 
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Dongola Ranch |

Dongola Ranch

Musina(Messina) Lodge, Musina(Messina) Self-catering, Musina(Messina) Camping and Caravanning in Musina(Messina)
81.22km from Mashovhela Pool

Nestling in tropical bushveld, this well-stocked ranch offers excellent game viewing, birdwatching and comfortable accommodation. If you wish to enjoy and absorb some of this unique African atmosphere, take a game drive at Dongola Ranch and experience it all first hand.

  • R150 Rooms/Units
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Mopane Bush Lodge |

Mopane Bush Lodge

Mapungubwe Region Safari Lodge in Mapungubwe Region
90.65km from Mashovhela Pool

Mopane Bush Lodge is a tranquil bush retreat with attentive personal service at affordable rates. Ideally located for visits to Mapungubwe National Park and the ancient Kingdom of Mapungubwe (a world heritage site). Mopane Bush Lodge nestles in the Mopane Bushveld on our private 6000ha nature reserve.

  • R1 350 p/p sharing
    R1 670 Single
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Makgabeng Farm Lodge |

Makgabeng Farm Lodge

Bochum Lodge in Bochum
92.41km from Mashovhela Pool

Overlooking the magnificent and ancient Makgabeng Plateau, you'll find Makgabeng Farm Lodge - a tranquil and lovely place to stay and explore this beautiful area of the Limpopo savannah bushveld.

  • R331 p/p sharing
    R570 Single
  • 20 Guests
 
 
Mogalakwena River Lodge |

Mogalakwena River Lodge

Alldays Safari Lodge in Alldays
95.45km from Mashovhela Pool

Mogalakwena River Lodge offers a truly luxurious African experience in the Limpopo Valley of South Africa. The lodge has a central lodge with four rooms, swimming pool, dining and open lounge areas, as well as a lower and upper viewing deck facing the Mogalakwena River. The four thatched chalets have exquisite views and privacy.

  • R525 p/p sharing
    R590 Single
  • 16 Guests
 
 
Kurisa Moya Nature Lodge |

Kurisa Moya Nature Lodge

Capricorn Self-catering, Capricorn Safari Lodge in Capricorn
95.59km from Mashovhela Pool

Kurisa Moya Nature Lodge is a 422 hectare property near Tzaneen, Polokwane and Magoebaskloof in Limpopo. Kurisa Moya has mountains, rivers, indigenous forests and bushveld. We offer accommodation in unique venues - each private and tranquil.

  • R560 p/p sharing
    R800 Single
  • 23 Guests
 
 
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