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Zululand & The Elephant Coast

Leopard Mountain Lodge

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About Leopard Mountain Lodge

Views and wildlife to take your breath away at this romantic lodge in a private reserve.

Leopard Mountain is a 5 Star, Multiple Award winning, Big 5, Family Run Safari Lodge situated in the 58 000 acre Manyoni Private Game Reserve. It is located high up in the hills and has spectacular views overlooking a vast area of unspoilt bush veld and riverine forests, from the river meandering below to the distant mountains. The sought after chef will prepare tantalizing meals for you while the picture perfect backdrop makes an intimate setting for a romantic wedding, honeymoon or a well deserved break. The lodge offers peace and tranquility with friendly hospitality.

From $560 per person/per night
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8 Rooms
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Property details

The property

There is a beautiful and comfortable lounge and a dining room. Guests can enjoy a full English breakfast in the dining room as well as afternoon tea while overlooking the breath taking views from the deck. Light lunches are available in a picnic basket. Four-course gourmet dinners are served in the outdoor boma. The Africology Spa provides a tranquil setting for indulgent spa treatments. There is a reception area, and business facilities too.

The rooms

Leopard Mountain Lodge provides luxury accommodation in eight well appointed, stone suites with air conditioning, outdoor shower, a hammock and a private plunge pool which is nestled in the cliff overlooking the river below. Each suite is light and spacious and has a mini-bar, tea and coffee facilities and a large open shower with incredible views, making it a haven of peace and tranquility to relax in. The private balcony is the perfect place to watch the sun rising over the African horizon.

Activities

The lodge has plenty of wildlife-spotting opportunities on offer with their game drives and walking safaris. The game drives will take you through unspoilt bushveld and endless rivers winding through indigenous forests. The guided walking safaris provide an intimate encounter with the African bush and wildlife, taking you to places which can't be reached with vehicles. To unwind you can get pampered in the tranquil setting of the lodge's beautiful spa.

What you'll love

What you'll love

There are no heavy, three-course lunches here and instead, you'll have a simple picnic to be enjoyed at your suite, accompanied by the breathtaking views over the reserve. We love!

Insiders tip

Insiders Tip

Calling all twitchers! The guides here are some of the most knowledgeable birders we have ever met.

Something to think about

Something to think about

The bathrooms are fairly open so if you're travelling with someone you don't know very well, be prepared!

South Africa

Zululand & The Elephant Coast

Ancient battlefields and wild shores merge to create a multi-faceted masterpiece.