Situated on a 15,000 hectare private concession of the world-renowned Kruger National Park, this legendary wildlife reserve has the deserved reputation for showcasing some of the finest game viewing on the continent. Enjoy early morning or late afternoon game drives in search of the 'Big 5' with an expert guide.
Afterwards, return to camp to share your stories while you dine on traditional cuisine around a roaring boma fire under the stars of the African sky. Enjoy vivid storytelling by the local community including rituals that are still enacted today.
Accommodation
22 individual chalets accommodating 44 guests, all luxuriously appointed with a private game-viewing deck, fireplace, outdoor shower and sitting area. Inter-leading rooms for families and mini bar are available upon request.
Facilities
Spacious lounge
Library
Intimate bar
Swimming pool
Indoor and outdoor dining area
Wine cellar
Gymnasium
Conferencing
Shishangeni Lodge offers contemporary conference facilities, that can accommodate 44 delegates, the lodge offers a unique African twist on conferencing, giving new meaning to the term “mixing business with pleasure”.
EQUIPMENT
Data projector
Screen
Flip chart and pens
White board
Air conditioning
Pre-assembly foyer
Sound proof
Outside tea & coffee
Natural daylight
Activities
Big 5 Game Viewing
Imagine taking in a magnificent sunset whilst you capture the moment of a pride of lions stalking their prey or possibly watching a buffalo or elephant strolling to a water hole. The rhino, with its extraordinary horns and bad temper or the leopard with its remarkable speed and skill to hunt. Many visitors to South Africa regard their trip as being incomplete without having spotted and photographed the Big 5.
Golf
Skukuza Golf Course is a magnificent course situated in the world-renowned Kruger National Park. The 9 hole, Par 72 is unfenced which means a game viewing adventure a will be included in this harmonious close-to-nature golfing experience. Play one of the most unique courses in the world!
Bird Watching
The Kruger National Park is home to more than 500 species of birds. Many of these are migratory birds like the African Hoopoe. This is also the home of the Giant Eagle Owl, the Largest of all the Owls. Birds to spot include Kingfishers, Storks, Shrikes, Weavers, Herons, Eagles, Vultures, Kites and many more. With such a variety of species of birds this truly is a bird watching haven.
Massages
Guests staying at any one of the three camps can book a range of relaxation massages at each of the camps. The lodges have a team of therapists that offer treatments including Aromatherapy Massages, Indian Head Massages and Foot Massages. The treatments can be done in the privacy of one's bedroom or on the room balconies.
Contact
Shishangeni Lodge, Mpanamana Concession, Kruger National Park
PO Box 845, Komatipoort, 1340
Telephone: +27 13 735 3300
Facsimile: +27 13 735 3330
Location
By Air
Fly to KMIA, (the nearest airport).
Drive to the N4 through Malelane, stay on the N4 for about 40km until the left turn into Komatipoort.
Drive through the town of Komatipoort towards Crocodile Bridge gate (8km).
Once inside the Kruger National Park, travel for 4km and cross the Vurhami bridge.
Turn right at the first Shishangeni Lodge sign board onto a gravel road.
Turn right at the second sign board for Shishangeni Lodge (no entry sign).
Drive for about another 10km. This road will take you straight to the lodge.
By Road From The Nearest CBD
Drive through the town of Komatipoort towards Crocodile Bridge gate (8km).
Once inside the Kruger National Park, travel for 4km and cross the Vurhami bridge.
Turn right at the first Shishangeni Lodge sign board onto a gravel road.
Turn right at the second sign board for Shishangeni Lodge (no entry sign).
Drive for about another 10km. This road will take you straight to the lodge.
Please Note: Guests will be transfered from Shishangeni Private Lodge to the Camp Shonga and Camp Shawu.