Edeni Private and Karongwe Game Reserves

The Drakensburg escarpment's deep pockets play host to a multitude of stunning panoramic views, herds of wandering indigenous animals, and the impressive Edeni Private Game Reserve - 21 000 acres of lush, ungroomed vegetation, and teeming throngs of habituated wildlife, all of whom hunt, play, and interact with each other regardless of the curious eyes of safari travelers and guides. Here, in the Lowveld, running along the banks of the flowing Makhutswi River, Edeni Private Game Reserve makes its home around a gorgeous local oasis, and the animals which regularly flock to it.

Karongwe Private Game Reserve is a thoroughly considered wildlife sanctuary, tailored toward balancing out the area's divergent and numerous ecosystems - with a gigantic draw on various local resources and wildlife communities, the reserve sits squarely in the midst of a small 8 500 hectare section of the lowveld. Comfortable and well appointed luxury accommodation is bolstered by friendly and professional staff, and breathtaking panoramic views.

Lodges within Karongwe Reserve

Indlovu Lodge is Karongwe's flagship venue - a beautiful example of the reserve's hospitality and high standards, with its private decks and 4 x 4 vehicles, relaxing evenings spent lounging around the swimming pool, and down-to-earth, helpful staff. Picturesque vegetation and grandiose sunsets are decor staples in the Karongwe, with the Big Five nearby. The lodge itself is comprised of charming thatch-roofed chalets, making this family orientated lodge all the reason you'll need to visit Karongwe Reserve.

Chisomo Lodge is geared specifically towards group safari accommodation, a well oiled and whimsically arranged lodge, with guests occupied in safari tents alongside a serene river. Facilities at the lodge are ample, and the opportunity to spot big game never far off. Drenched in the character and energy of the local landscape, Chisomo benefits from its game rangers' expertise, and its gorgeous positioning within the beautiful Karongwe reserve. From softly lit dinners to early morning bush walks, Chisomo is safari perfection.

Lodges within Edeni Reserve

The warmth and friendly atmosphere of Edeni's Hoyo-Hoyo Bush Lodge is wonderfully counter balanced by the lodge's extensive facilities, and the reserve in general's unrestricted access to a wealth of game. Breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape paint a stunning backdrop against which guest can revel in the luxury and comfort of this family orientated lodge.


River Lodge is a rustic luxury venue set into the ambient and romantic bushveld of the Edeni Game Reserve. Charming, and blessed with a helpful and enthusiastic staff, all of whom are willing to divulge stories of their own adventures in the bush, this lodge is the epitome of character and an authentic bushveld colour. Whether bounding through dense vegetation, hurriedly grabbing binoculars at the sight of a new bird, or aimlessly splashing about in the pool for a few hours, River Lodge has something for everyone.