Mvuradona Private Game Lodge

The untamed, the elegant, the land, the luxury:
Mvuradona is a "Dream come true in Africa"
a typical African colonial lifestyle surrounded by wildlife, daily animal encounters around the lodge, complimentary game strolls along the river, fine dining and all the comforts you want on vacation.
The Lodge:
The architecture depicts an authentic african thatch lodge with beautifully appointed Suites in white linens and teak furniture.
Accommodation options include Luxury/Honeymooners Suites, DBL & Twin Suites, Family Suites and Stand Alone Lodge Units for large families.
The lodge pool deck spills out over the African bush where guests can relax and enjoy in promtude visits from our resident zebra, giraffe, warthog, impala and other little creatures like mongoose and the Franklin.
Dining is always a gastronomic affair at Mvuradona and we take great pride in scrumptious buffet breakfasts on our outdoor deck to the sounds of the magnificent morning bird sounds. Evenings are spent enjoying romantic 3 course "bush lattern" dinners under the starry skies in typical African safari style.
After dinner sink into a chair around our boma fire and relax to the sounds of the wild.
What's In The Menu:
Starters:
> Brie and Cranberry in Phyllo parcels with Melba
Toast
> Butternut and Coconut Cream Soup with Parika
coriander and a smidgen of chilli
> Parma Ham & Goats Cheese on a bed of
Rocket with Olive Oil & Balsamic & Focacia
Bread
> Tomato Soup whipped with Mascapone
Cheese, Paprika & Nutmeg served with Croutons
Main:
> Fillet Steak Stack on Rocket with Roast Potato Slices and Cherry Tomatoes (yummy)
> Ostrich Fillets panned in Mvuradona's special
herb, cream and flammed brandy sauce served
mash potatoes with a hint of garlic & parsley
and steamed vegetables
> Lamb Rack marinated in olive oil, rosemary and lemon juice cooked on the fire served with baby potatoes drizzled in mint/garlic butter and Greek Salad
> Farm Roast Chicken, sage & onion stuffing, roast potatoes and vegetables with gravy
> T' Bone Steaks done on the fire served with
potato/cream cheese bake and Roasted Pumpkin Salad
Desert:
> Apricot & Coconut Tart out the oven with
Vanilla Ice Cream
> Crepe Suzette & Ice Cream
> Almond Praline Meringues
> Pancake and Chocolate Rolls with Vanilla Ice Cream (absolutely decadent!)
The Comfort:
The Lodge includes: A Guest Lounge with DSTV, great books, DVD's on wildlife, and a selection of indoor games.
Day bed reading nooks and look out decks over the river and Kruger National.
All suites are equipped with herbal teas & coffees, cooling fans, heaters and hot showers, hot water bottles in winter, hairdryers, iced water decanters, insect repellent and mossy’ nets.
The Lodge Facilities include:
3G internet connectivity, laundry service, cell phone coverage, baby sitting, and an honesty bar and our friendly staff 24/7.
...and in case you forgot to pack..
Umbrellas, sun hats, walking sticks, international plugs & binoculars.
The Wild:
The Crocodile River winds its way along the Kruger National boundary infont of Mvuradona.
Apart from busy safari itineraries our guests are treated to complimentary guided game walks on the river to enjoy our resident hippo and to spot the Big 5. Our conservancy is home to a diverse range of wildlife and over 300 species of birds. The 10km meander along the Crocodile River and Kruger National provides a unique feature to our guest experience.
The Adventure - "Destination Unparalleled"
Mvuradona's fortunate location on the cross roads of 3 countries South Africa, Swaziland & Mozambique offers a destination so diverse including Big 5 Kruger Safaris, Wildlife Encounters, Cultural & Tribal Excursions, Microlight flights, Quad Bike Trails, Horse Trails, Blyde River Canyon excursions, bush to beach day excursions to a Golfer’s Paradise all within an hours drive.
Mvuradona’s Game Rangers and Specialist Tour Guides are highly qualified, informative and will ensure an experience of a lifetime
Itinerary Planning:
Guests have the benefit of planning itineraries on an optional extra basis and to suit their specific needs.
You can plan ahead with the assistance of our online consultant Jay or with the assistance of our Lodge Guest PR once you have settled in.
Attractions:
Guests can plan a combination itinerary from Photographic Kruger Day Safaris, Night Game Drives, Elephant Encounters, Endangered Species Special Projects and Day Excursions to Swaziland, Blyde River Canyon, Botanical Gardens and Maputo Mozambique and more.
Day's Events on Safari or Excursions:
> Full Day Photographic Kruger Safari /includes a picnic breakfast at a look out & lunch at one of the camps and time to shop in the African curio kiosk.
> Morning Kruger Safari and Champagne Breakfast at a look out.
> Kruger Night Game Drives or Private Reserve Night Drives and Bush Dinners.
> Kruger Morning Game walks/Spot the Big 5 on foot with Specialised Game Authorities.
> Half Day Endangered Species Projects
> Morning Encounter with the Elephants
> Day Excursion to the Chimpanzee Project
> Half Day Excursion to the famous Swazi Matsamo Tribal Village includes Tribal Dance Show and lunch
> Full Day Excursions Swaziland Kingdom /arts and crafts meander, candle and glass factory
Full Day Excursions to Sudwala caves and Botanical gardens
> Full Day Excursion to Maputo /Mozambique city tour/sight seeing/arts & crafts market. Tour stops at beach restaurant for guests to indulge in fine Portuguese Seafood Cuisine (visas R180 p/p)
> Full Day Panarama Excursion /attractions Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, Mac Mac Falls/Pinnacle/Pilgrims Rest and lunch at famous "Harry’s Pancakes" and shopping!
> Full Day Excursions to Barberton Gold Panning and Jewellery Project
Sports and Adventure:
Outings include from Tiger Fishing, Microlight Safaris, Quad Biking Trails, Horse Trails, Balloon Safaris and Golf.
Ask About Night Over Packages:
*night over Mozambique/elephant reserve &
beach luxury tented camp.
*night over Kruger camp/2 day safari
*panarama/night over/cheetah & wild dog projects
*golf at Skukuza Kruger Golf Course and night over camp and night drive
All Inclusive Packages:
Give us how many nights you would like to include in an all inclusive package and Mvuradona will plan an all inclusive package.
Fly Or Drive:
> Check out regional flights to our Nelpsruit (KMIA) Airport. Private road transfers to the lodge on request.
> Hire a car from JHB or Nelpsruit and self drive to the lodge the roads are great and the countryside is breathtaking.
> Mvuradona’s Transfers from JHB Airport. Our Guide will meet you in JHB International Airport and transfer you on a scenic journey to the lodge incorporating the Blyde River Canyon on route. (Int' flights must be landed by 9am to take advantage of this option)
> Direct Private Road Transfer JHB /Mvuradona
> City Bug Shuttle leaves Jhb International twice a day (8/10 seater minibuses air-conditioned) This shuttle runs from JHB international and JHB holiday inn twice a day to nelspruit for only +- R650 p/p return.
> Why not fly straight into the Kruger National/Skukuza Camp OR Nelpruit (KMIA) and let us collect you in our safari vehicle and get straight onto Kruger Safari on the way to Mvuradona Lodge.
> > Transfers from Maputo/Mozambique to Mvuradona available (travel time 1hr/20 minutes
Best Flight Plan:
If you plan to visit the Key Locations Cape Town/ Garden Route and Kruger National:
JHB -CAPE/GEORGE -NELSPRUIT VIA JHB/NELSPRUIT - JHB / HOME
You can also fly Kruger to Mozambique:
>Kruger to Mozambique Flights:
Pelican airlines fly from Nelpruit (KMIA) direct to Vilancoulos Mozambique.
Kruger to Victoria Falls:
Please ask if you require a charter flight direct to our closest airport malelane tsb or to fly from Kruger direct to Victoria Falls.
Confirmed Bookings:
Please feel free to contact our online consultant Jay for any assistance in planning your visit to Mvuradona.
It is in our best interest that you enjoy a well organised and hassle free vacation.