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Monate Game Lodge

Boekenhout Road, Modimolle (Nylstroom) 0510, South Africa
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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

From the moment we arrived and was greeted by the manager Ruby we felt very relaxed . We was upgraded to one of the lodge houses which was first class. Our guide on the game drives was Sol, who was a joy to be with. He had excellent knowledge of all the game and birds, we had 4 drives and... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

WOW, WOW, WOW and WOW! You cannot put into words the friendliness of all the staff, the immaculate accomodation, the mouthwatering food, the incredible sights................the list goes on. It truly was an amazing experience from beginning to end. Definitely a place I left with a very heavy heart and dragging feet! A place to be experienced over and over again.... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
1 review
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

Most sincere thanks to Nico and Ruby and thier fantastic team at Monate Game Lodge. It is when we reconnect with nature and our senses that we feel happy and refreshed. We had a superb weekend enjoying the accomodation, game drives, meals, wine selection and tranquil setting. The chef and waiters were polite and made us feel extremely comfortable and... More

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Isle of Man, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

Where do I start...from the day of booking we were made to feel totally welcome. Loads of personal contact prior to arrival from Ruby; help in arranging special personal extras for us both, I was made to feel totally comfortable before even getting off our plane. The food was amazing, the accomodation was superb, the game drives were exhilarating, the... More

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Stockholm, Sweden
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

Absolutely fantastic place....serene, scenic and full of wildlife! ...and great food.....particularly the Kudu steak! Unique experience. We and our children felt warmly welcome and this will be a memory for life. Many thanks, Risto Silander, Stockholm

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Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

This was truly a wonderful experience! My family and I were received by very friendly staff - we immediately felt at home. The Game drives were spectacular. I would particularly like to congratulate you on the tour guide (Solly) his knowledge of nature is inspiring and his passion radiates. He also has exceptional personal skills. We all loved his teachings.... More

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Stellenbosch, South Africa
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

Went their with elderly and was looked after in a excellent and friendly manner by the staff the amount of game is also great spotting is easy food was great but the friendly staff was definitely a high light at Monate 3meals and 2 game drives a day is definitely money well spent this place is a treat go treat... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2013 via mobile

Thank you for going out of your way to make our stay unforgettable special it was the best two days ever! Also for my parent wedding anniversary you outdone yourself couldn't have had it more special! I would spent every new years eve at this lodge!

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2012

Some of the best game lodges in Africa do not accept children under 12, so it is not so easy to find the resort that accepts children. Monate game lodge has a 3 star rating so you do not expect much coming there in terms of service and food. You will get a pleasant surprise getting exceptional atmosphere, service and... More

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Pretoria, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2012

We just returned from a long weekend at the Monate Game Lodge and in one word, it was Monate! (meaning lekker (fun, awesome, delicious)). The family lodge we stayed in, the game drives, the people of Monate, everything was just perfect. Our kids, ages 6, 9 and 14 was smiling non stop and loved all the new experiences. The people... More

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Additional Information about Monate Game Lodge

Address: Boekenhout Road, Modimolle (Nylstroom) 0510, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Limpopo Province > Modimolle (Nylstroom)
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Children Activities Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 10 Speciality lodging in Modimolle (Nylstroom)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Discover the gem of the bushveld… Monate Game Lodge is an elegant and peaceful breakaway retreat where guests can enjoy the tranquility of the bush whilst being treated like royalty. Nestled in manicured gardens, the rustic Monate suites and rooms offer an opportunity to indulge in a peaceful and relaxing environment. With all the amenities & necessities at one’s reach, each air-conditioned room also has its own spacious full en-suite bathroom, accommodating a maximum of 40 sharing or 20 singles. At Monate our unsurpassed dining experience is designed to tantalize your taste buds, specializing from venison to vegetarian dishes, served in different settings, such as our unique natural cave, in the open bush, around the lodge camp fire or air-conditioned dining room. Indulge in a night cap under the stars around a bonfire, listening to the wooing of the jackals, bringing about a restful night’s sleep. Monate’s private game reserve is set in 1839 hectares of bush, open plains and a variety of interesting koppies and is home to rhino, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, brown hyena & large variety of antelope. Behold Mother Nature at her best watching the sunset whilst sipping cocktails in the open bush during late afternoon game drives. We are proud to be a part of a cheetah rehabilitation project. Our modern conference centre is situated close to the lodge sporting wireless internet connection and mobile telephone reception. The fully equipped air-conditioned centre can accommodate all seating styles with breakaway rooms and en-suites. Being a malaria-free location makes us ideal for team building coupled with the beauty of the surroundings. Additional facilities include an airstrip and helipads, under cover parking, complimentary tea / coffee station in our lounge accompanied by DSTV on our large screen TV, fully licensed bar, outdoor swimming pools, jacuzzi, volleyball court and a well equipped gym, not to mention horse safaris, clay pigeon shooting & our new 9 hole mini golf course. Larger groups can rest assured with the knowledge of exclusive use of the lodge for the duration of their stay. Our exceptional and vibrant team will ensure that your function is an overwhelming and memorable success. Monate Game Lodge IS Limpopo’s best kept Secret! ... more   less 

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