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This fully solar off Grid, 5 Star, Multi-Award winning Big 5, Family Run Safari Lodge is set within the 58 000 acre Manyoni Private Game Reserve offering peace and tranquillity with friendly hospitality. PASSIONATE 5 STAR SERVICE IS OUR SIGNATURE Driven by conservation first the Leopard Mountain family, has an Uncompromising service philosophy that is Intimate, personalised and uniquely ours. Everything, and every step of your journey with us is an experience we want you to treasure, including inspiring all your senses. From our African inspired Cuisine where our original and adventurous Chef is inspired to truly spoil your taste buds in delightful ways. The Sacred Pampering you will experience in our tranquil Spa, all designed to rejuvenate, relax and enhance your health, vitality, and soul UNFORGETTABLE SAFARIS are our pride and joy Once-in-a-lifetime, exclusive and superior African safaris from the moment you drive into our reserve, to our open-vehicle expert ranger guided experiences. Our wild animals roam freely over our vast wilderness and you encounter spectacular and intimate game viewing with some of Africa's most endangered species. Our holistic safaris feature the planets largest land mammal to the smallest insect and flower, with more than 400 flying wonders. BREATHTAKING SUITES are waiting to welcome you home to Africa Our eight luxurious, private stand-alone, spacious thatched suites are your home away from home, your haven of tranquillity to rest and be inspired
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to TGCSA - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa.
HOTEL STYLE
River View
Park View
Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans, Zulu
Location
D464 District Road, Manyoni Private Game Reserve 3960 South Africa
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Nestled in the Manyoni Game Reserve, Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge offers a picturesque and tranquil getaway, with guests lauding its all-inclusive safari adventures as an exceptional value. The lodge's accommodations are celebrated for their style, comfort, and stunning views, all maintained with impeccable cleanliness.
Luxury amenities like private pools add a touch of indulgence. Moreover, the service is frequently praised for its attentiveness and knowledgeability, enhancing the personalized and welcoming atmosphere that many travelers cherish.
Location
Picturesque
Atmosphere
Welcoming
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Stylish
Value
Exceptional
Cleanliness
Immaculate
Service
Attentive
Amenities
Luxurious
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This was our second trip to Leopard Mountain lodge after 12 years. We were pleasantly surprised but the fantastic upgrades since our last visit. The suite was beautiful and kept immaculately clean by staff who serviced the suite twice a day. The splash pool and outdoor shower was new and enjoyed by both ourselves and the wildlife that came to visit. Mealtimes were a treat and we were spoiled by an excellent chef who cooked up a feast for us each night. Graeme and Nicole, our safari guides were knowledgeable, friendly and provided us with an extremely memorable experience on the 2 game drives a day. The ladies at the spa provided us very relaxing therapies. The entire staff made us feel like family and we will sure return again and again and highly recommend those wanting an intimate yet fun luxury safari try Leopard Mountain Safari.
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Date of stay: December 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We spent 2 nights as a family in this lodge in the heart of the reserve. It was simply perfect, Starting with the rooms, intimate and spacious, including a small private swimming pool and quality equipment. They are also cleaned twice a day. During the stay, we were treated to two game drives per day, one very early in the morning and the other in the evening. Our guide was excellent, passionate and very friendly. We were really able to develop a bond with him during our 4 safari drives. We even had the chance to see lions and cheetahs just after an animal hunt. The food was exquisite, the lunch at the top, with proposals and a menu that changes every day. They even offer aperitifs, morning coffees and small snacks throughout the day. The Internet, it is not customary, was very powerful.
All the staff were perfect, helpful and smiling.
I highly recommend this lodge which offers an unforgettable experience. Especially on honeymoon.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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As a family, we had an amazing stay at Leopard Mountain Lodge! Not only were the accommodation, food and game viewing all of a really high standard, the staff were so friendly, welcoming, happy and relaxed - it made for a casual environment, which we all loved! Ross, our guide, was really experienced and made the game drives fun and informative - we highly recommend him! The quality and abundance of wildlife in the Manyoni Reserve was quite unexpected with rewarding sightings in a beautifully maintained reserve. We also booked a Pangolin Experience, which was very special. Thank you Ryan and team for hosting us!
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Book any optional activities in advance.
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Responded 01 Oct 2024
Dear Tayla, Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so happy to hear you and the family enjoyed your stay with us. We are so grateful that you contributed to the Pangolin project and that you were fortunate enough to see such a rare little creature. Ross and the rest of the team will be so happy to hear all the positive feddback and we hope you can experience it again. Warm regards Melissa and the Leopard Mountain Family
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We were warmly welcomed with a welcome drink, shown through the stylish rooms of the main house and escorted to our exclusive, stylish home, which is perfectly furnished and has a secluded terrace with an additional outdoor shower and private plunge pool. Some animals came right up to our terrace.
Our evening safari began at 16:00. Our perfect driver and guide Alex knew every corner of the area and tracked down the animals, sometimes by reading their tracks, without scaring them. With the engine switched off, we always had time to enjoy the atmosphere and the sounds. The stops during the breaks for ‘Farmers Special’ (drink) and ‘bush food’ as well as his interesting explanations are also unforgettable. Many thanks again for this, dear Alex!
After the wake-up call the next morning at 4.30 a.m. and a short morning coffee and refreshment in our own plunge pool, the three-hour morning safari into the sunrise began at 5.00 a.m. - a fantastic experience!
After a sumptuous breakfast buffet, there was time to relax either in the lodge, on the open-air terrace with its breathtaking view or in our own house until the next three-hour evening safari at 4.00 pm.
Dinner was served in style outdoors by the campfire. The entire staff was extremely attentive and friendly.
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Date of stay: January 2025
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:It is better you book some nights so you are able to have morning game drives, too
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This is truly one of the most amazing places we’ve ever stayed! We had our own private Villa with breathtaking views. The entire staff were friendly and welcoming. The food and wine (and gun and tonics) were amazing! We had made to order breakfasts, picnic lunches, high tea and dinners by lantern lighting. I normally am not a fan of all inclusive places but there was absolutely no desire to go anyone else for food or drinks.
We had a phenomenal safari guide who drove us for 3 hour drives in both the morning and early evening. Ross was extremely knowledgeable about the animals and vegetation. During the drives, he stopped and made us drinks and provided snacks. The warm hand towels were always a hit too! Who doesn’t need a warm hand towel on a safari!?
Safari vehicles were very comfortable and well maintained. I always thought our vehicle looked much nicer and more comfortable than the ones from other lodges. We were also provided blankets and water bottles for the ride.
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Leopard Mountain, Owner at Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge
Responded 22 Jun 2024
Dear Lisa & David, WOW! WOW! And one more WOW! Thank you so much for your amazing review – the kitchen especially will be ecstatic to hear your raving words about the food. Ross is very passionate about what he does and truly enjoyed taking you all on safari with your mirrored passion for all the wildlife and those niceties 😉 Very happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and do hope to welcome you back! Warm regards Melissa and the Leopard Mountain Family
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Very nice and relaxing get away, staff are great. The communication process was effortless and the staff were attentive with our requests. The lodge is clean and tidy and well kept. The staff are friendly and always available to help. The game viewing vehicles are in great condition and the guides are friendly and knowledgeable.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:2 nights is too short.
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Responded 21 May 2024
Dear Charles & Ashleigh, We are delighted that you chose us to celebrate such a special occassion. And that you enjoyed your second stay with us this year! Thank you for the kind words - the team will be thrilled to hear your feedback. Hoping to welcome you back a third time. Warm regards, Melissa and the Leopard Mountain Team
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You could not beat this for an amazing safari holiday. The lodge is in a superbly picturesque location within the Manyoni Game Reserve with stunning views across the river and bushveld below. The food was delicious and the service excellent - very friendly, attentive but not intrusive - nothing was too much trouble. Our game drive guide, Sean was very knowledgeable and keen to inform guests about all the flora and fauna and was able to find most of the animals guests wanted to see.
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Date of stay: November 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Don’t miss out
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Response from Leopard Mountain, Owner at Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge
Responded 17 Nov 2024
Dear Paul & Lindsay, Just WOW! Such amazing words, thank you! We do hope that your 40th Anniversary was a memorable one. And we hope to welcome you back for more celebrations in the future. Sean will be so chuffed to hear how much you learnt on his safaris. Warm regards, Melissa and he Leopard Mountain Family
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We had a wonderful time here. Our chalet had the most beautiful panoramic view from both our bed and large deck. The room had a stylish, safari feel that we loved, including a spacious outdoor shower with the same expansive view. The food was tasty and beautifully presented by very cheerful staff. We found everyone so helpful and welcoming. We had terrific game drives with our guide, Ross, who we would recommend whole-heartedly. He had just the right mix of knowledge and humor that made our game drives so interesting. We wouldn't have changed a thing, including the nightcap that was thoughtfully delivered to our room - a nice touch!
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 11 Dec 2024
Dear Marian & Mark, Thank you so much for taking the time to put your experience into words. It was lovely having the both of you with us. We do hope that you may find your way back to us in the future! Warm regards, Melissa and the Leopard Mountain Family
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The past weekend my husband and I spend an unforgettable time at Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge. We experienced luxury, nature, and exceptional service. The luxury rooms are spacious, beautifully designed, and equipped with modern amenities, all while maintaining an authentic safari lodge charm. Our veranda allowed us to enjoy beautiful views, an outside shower and our own splash pool.
The staff at Leopard Mountain are incredibly attentive and friendly, ensuring that every need is met with a smile. The highlight of any stay here is undoubtedly the game drives. Alex our guide was very knowledgeable and offered thrilling opportunities for us to see almost all of the Big Five and an array of other wildlife, Alex also shared fascinating insights into the local ecosystem.
The food was exceptional, with a variety of dishes that showcase local flavors and international cuisine, all beautifully presented. We also went for a spa treatment which was truly a wonderful treat. For anyone seeking a luxurious safari escape, Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge is an absolute gem. We will be back for sure.
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:To be honest I can’t give any tips as we experienced perfection
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We had an amazing time at Leopard Mountain from the start we felt so welcome we were greeted with perfectly warmed welcome towels and lead down to the balcony which has the most breathtaking view of the river and valleys below. The staff are so friendly, happy and professional. The Hot Water Bottle for morning game drives is a life changer haha. There were too many fine touches to mention here which made our experience truly memorable. Cannot wait to return.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Leopard Mountain, Owner at Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge
Responded 19 Jun 2023
Dear Darren & Andrea, Wow, thanks you for such a stunning review! I am incredibly proud of my team, and I cant wait to share your review with them at our weekly meeting! I am so glad to read that you enjoyed all our little touches, something we just love to do. Good luck with your next contract and I hope that we will be welcoming you back to our little piece of heaven soon! Kind Regards Melissa and the Leopard Mountain family
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Good morning,
Based on the map found on their website and also published in the booklet, Malaria advice for southern Mozambique, Swaziland and South Africa, it classifies us as a Low Risk Area. Within this classification they advise that no anti-malarial drugs are taken. They have also stated in this booklet, under the heading “Prevention: Personal Protection,” ‘Malaria mosquitoes only bite after dark. The best prevention is personal protection against the malaria mosquito. Wear long sleeves and trousers in the late afternoon and night, and stay indoors if possible. The latter advice is however often difficult to follow when on holiday in the topics. Effective protection may be obtained by using a repellent on exposed skin. Additional protection may be obtained by applying repellent to clothes as mosquitoes will often bite through clothes. Aerosol repellents can be used on clothes and also give more effective coverage of exposed skin than a ‘stick’ or ‘roll on’. These are useful for application to areas such as the face, where an aerosol may affect sensitive areas (e.g. eyes).…’
At Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge, none of our rooms have mosquito nets, should you wish one in your room please contact reception. We also provide ‘Peaceful Sleep’ in the cupboard in your room.
I hope this helps :-)
Kind regards,
The Leopard Mountain Team
I have been taking groups to this lodge from the USA for a number of years. We’ve seen virtually EVERYTHING in this game reserve except wild dogs and leopard. We’ve heard them at night, but have never seen one.
I take my groups also to Motswari Lodge up in Timbavati, and we have never gone there WITHOUT seeing a leopard. This last year (July, 2019) we saw four!!
There are more places to choose from in the Manyoni Private Game Reserve area.
PRICE RANGE
R 12,268 - R 17,765 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
leopard mountain game hotel hluhluwe
LOCATION
South AfricaKwaZulu-NatalManyoni Private Game Reserve
NUMBER OF ROOMS
9
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