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    Shayamoya Tiger Fishing & Game Lodge

    120 Reviews
    #3 of 9 Specialty Lodging in Pongola
    P.O Box 784, Pongola 3170, South Africa
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    4.5
    120 reviews
    • Excellent62%
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    1 - 5 of 99 reviews

    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Serenity in the nature

    On the way back to South Africa from Swaziland we stayed one night in the cottage number 3 which had a patio with a lake view. The room was nice and tidy with a fridge and a kettle. We sat in the patio in the...More

    Thank specas
    Response from Lindy B, General Manager at Shayamoya Tiger Fishing & Game LodgeResponded 3 days ago

    Dear Guest Thank you for your feedback on the lovely atmosphere and services your experienced at our serene bush lodge. The birds are very busy in the garden now especially since we had a lovely little bit of rain to start Spring season. We even...More

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Relaxing evening in comfort

    Very pleasant stay recently for business in Unit 1. Arrived early and sneaked in a blissful massage in the boma. Simple food , good wifi connectivity, aircons work and beds very comfortable. Would highly recommend when Mkuze and Jozini accommodation is full. Hope to return...More

    Thank Kathy P
    Response from Lindy B, General Manager at Shayamoya Tiger Fishing & Game LodgeResponded 4 days ago

    Good morning Kathy Thank you for the review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return visit soon. Kind regards Lindy

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Wonderful family run resort

    Highly recommended. Aside from the beauty of the area, the hospitality and food is wonderful. Children are well accommodated and young children can join in on game drives, which you can't do at Big 5 reserves. An easy drive from Johannesburg and close to the...More

    Thank Nicci R
    Response from Lindy B, General Manager at Shayamoya Tiger Fishing & Game LodgeResponded 3 weeks ago

    Dear Nicci Thank you for your review. I wasn't here to meet you personally but I am delighted you and your family enjoyed your stay. Perhaps you need to fit in some tiger fishing next time which the childre love aswell. Its a busy scene...More

    Reviewed 14 August 2017
    Love this place

    I have been going to Shayamoya with customers and family for many years now and the service is always great. Highly recommended. The spa is also great. I love the rooms and they are so private, the food is always great. If you lucky you...More

    Thank Mike L
    Response from Lindy B, General Manager at Shayamoya Tiger Fishing & Game LodgeResponded 16 August 2017

    Dear Mike Many thanks for your review. It is so rewarding to us all at Shayamoya to hear you love our piece of paradise. Your comments are hugely appreciated. Regards Lindy

    Reviewed 13 August 2017 via mobile
    Tiger Fishing

    We came for the Tiger fishing experience. Maxwell our guide is quite the comedian and knowledgeable of the local flora and fauna which added to our mornings of fun-filled-adventure of catching Tiger fish. Our Chalet was clean and was stocked with coffee and condiments which...More

    Thank generalskaffa
    Response from Lindy B, General Manager at Shayamoya Tiger Fishing & Game LodgeResponded 15 August 2017

    Dear Ian Many thanks for your comments. I am so happy Simon's first time to Africa and tiger fishing with us at Shayamoya was so such a success. We look forward to your next trip. Regards Lindy

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    • Breakfast included
    • Spa
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    • US$113 - US$184 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    Magersfontein
    18 June 2015|
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    Response from LindyBlevin | Property representative |
    Hi there! October is a brilliant month! The tiger fish come on the bight about mid August as the water warms up after Winter, September is also a brilliant month but a little unpredictable with regards to cold fronts, so... More
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    18 June 2015|
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    Response from LindyBlevin | Property representative |
    Hi again. The record tiger fish is 8.3kg so the big ones are out there but to be realistic, we are catching from around 300g to 3kg frequently. Regards Lindy at Shayamoya Tiger Fishing and Game Lodge Lake Jozini
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