Serondella Game Lodge
Serondella Game Lodge Overview
Serondella Game Lodge in Thornybush Game Reserve is set in the heart of the African bushveld. Offering fantastic big 5 game viewing, exquisite African cuisine and personalized service.
Serondella Game Lodge on the banks of a tributary to the dry Monwana River, accommodates eight guests in varied accommodation choices. There are three luxury Suites, each with excellent vistas from both bedroom and bathroom large windows to the watering hole. As an alternative for families, is a family suite, completely self contained with three suites, two downstairs and one suite upstairs, a reception room with open fireplace between the two downstairs bedrooms.
Guests can choose which accommodation choice best suits their requirements, but to a maximum of eight guests. An exclusive Boma, Bar area close to the Lodges swimming pool makes for an ideal venue for rest and refreshment. The Lodge is perfectly located and set amongst a wide variety of tress providing shade and an abundance of birdlife.
Rates
| Lodge | Type | No. of Rooms | 01 Jan 2017 – 31 Dec 2017
Per Person Per Night Sharing |
01 Jan 2017 – 31 Dec 2017
Per Person Per Night Single |
| Serondella Game
Lodge |
Suites & family Suite | 4 | ||
| Children 6 – 11 yrs (family suite) | – | |||
| Children 2 – 5 yrs (family suite) | – |
NB: The above rates are per person per night sharing, inclusive of VAT and are subject to a 50% single supplement.
Rates Include:
- Accommodation.
- All meals, teas, coffees & snacks.
- Dawn and dusk safaris in open land rovers and bushveld walks.
Rates Exclude:
- Bar.
- Curio, telephone and laundry expenses.
- Simbambili Gate fee at Sabi Sands Reserve (per vehicle/per person).
- Conservation Fee & TOMSA Levy and Increases in any of the above costs.
- Children 2 – 5 yrs of age are not permitted on game drive –babysitting facilities available at an additional cost.
Accommodation
With the added option of a three-bedroomed family suite and elevated viewing hides, Serondella Lodge is an ideal safari destination for families and photographers alike.
Here in the riverine forests on the banks of a tributary of the Monwana watercourse in the heart of the Thornybush Nature Reserve are three carefully designed suites, in addition to the optional family suite, accommodating a maximum of eight guests ensuring guests complete privacy and stunning vistas. The viewing hides allow bird lovers an excellent opportunity to encounter the game reserve’s 507 different species of bird as well as regular visits by other animals.
The fact that Serondella can accommodate a maximum of eight means that guests will have the hosts undivided attention for the duration of their stay. Surprise bush and boma dinners as well as intimate sunset dinners for two on the viewing hides are the very least the astute guest can expect from Serondella Lodge. Serondella means the place of the elephant and they are habitual patrons to the lodge’s two flanking waterholes, allowing excellent opportunities for spectacular photographs and videos from the comfort of the lodge’s lounge or suites.
Serondella essential
- Three suites and one family suite with three bedrooms (eight guests).
- Pool.
- Curio shop.
- Elevated viewing hides.
- Boma.
- Air-conditioned.
- Children under 12 are welcome.
Your African Safari
Serondella Game Lodge offers unique exclusive Safari experiences in both open Land Rovers, and on foot. The private reserve is home to an abundance of species: 147 mammals including the “Big Five”, 114 reptiles, 507 birds, 49 fish, 34 amphibians and 336 trees. The reserve is predominantly open savannah and with a near perfect year round climate, it is the ideal African safari holiday destination.
A Typical Day
The day starts as dawn breaks over the African bushveld. After your early morning wakeup call. Shortly after, you depart in your open landrover with your experienced Rangers and Trackers who will share their extensive knowledge of the bush with you. These drives are undertaken at times best suited for game viewing which vary depending on the season but typically start early morning. Where applicable you may be invited out of the vehicle to see tracks, examine certain plants and follow spoor.
After an exhilarating hunt for tracks to see what the animals have been up to during the night, and tracking down whatever you find, you will stop somewhere out in the bush for a break of coffee & tea. Time to stretch your legs whilst having your sunglasses cleaned & indulge in cool towels in summer, and hot towels in winter. In winter, we keep our guests warm on the vehicle with hot water bottles & warm blankets. After a sumptuous Breakfast is served either back at the camp or in the riverbed or bush, guests are offered walks to suit their interests and fitness levels and are accompanied by an armed ranger and tracker.
Walks allow guests a better chance to see some of the smaller creatures of the bush as well as an opportunity to learn more about the flora and fauna of the region & to have a chance to follow tracks in more detail. Our Shangaan trackers will enthrall you with their explanations of the medicinal and other uses of the numerous plants and trees along with tales of traditional folklore.
The rest of the day is spent at the discretion of the guest for other activities that we offer, with a late lunch served around 3.00pm. Lunch is followed by the afternoon game drive and extends into the evening to view seldom seen nocturnal species by torchlight. Once again, you will break somewhere out in the bush, in a remote, scenic spot to watch the sunset, where Sundowners and snacks are offered to guests whilst you once again stretch your legs.
Service Times
Meals
Breakfast or brunch 10h00 – 10h30.
Lunch or High tea 15h00-15h30 High tea (depending on season).
Dinner 19h30 – 20h00 (depending on season).
Activities
Times that the game drives depart:
- Summer 05h30 & 16h00.
- Winter 06h00 & 15h00.
Times that the walks depart:
- Summer No specific time, on request.
- Winter No specific time, on request.
Spa
Amani African Spas is an authentically South African Spa brand, which ha s a distinctive 360º approach to health and wellness. This is indeed what places Amani Spas apart from other service providers in the country. Amani’s extensive collection of spas can be found in luxury resorts, city hotels and other sought-after locations around the country.
This multi award-winning spa group has revolutionised traditional spa treatments and taken beauty beyond skin-deep. Amani’s focus is on complimentary health designed and customised for the individual. Amani African Spas offer some unique therapies are designed to bring balance to the physical, emotional and mental well-be ing, as well as preserve and enhance youthfulness.
Serondella Game Lodge Reviews
“Serondella is a small, intimate place which exudes calm and tranquility and the food preparation and presentation would be perfect in any 5 star hotel. We saw the big 5 in the first 24 hours – 2 of them from our own balcony which overlooked a watering hole. All the staff were charming and we can’t thank you enough for making our stay with you just perfect.” –elcerrillo
“We stayed three nights, went on six game drives with Chewie and Conright and encountered so many animals up close – I had no idea we’d be so close to lions (and lion cubs!) and elephants, among other animals. We learned so much, from both of them. And when we weren’t out in the bush, we got absolutely spoiled by Monica and the staff – great food, great service, great time. I’d highly recommend this to anyone who wants to get up close and personal with wild animals (and have a comfortable bed to sleep in, afterwards!).” –Jeffslope
“If you enjoy being in the wildlife, but also like the confort of sleeping in a great bed, eating well and meeting nice people this place is ideal! The fact that there are few guests just makes the experience more customized and intimate as well as unforgetable! The safari itself is fantastic, the ranger is experienced and welcoming. We got see all big five and so much more! As a plus the Lodge offers great infrastructure and top quality dining. Highly recommended!” –Mariana L
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Rates
Lodge Type No. of Rooms 01 Jan 2017 – 31 Dec 2017 Per Person Per Night Sharing
01 Jan 2017 – 31 Dec 2017 Per Person Per Night Single
Serondella Game Lodge
Suites & family Suite 4 Children 6 – 11 yrs (family suite) – Children 2 – 5 yrs (family suite) – NB: The above rates are per person per night sharing, inclusive of VAT and are subject to a 50% single supplement.
Rates Include:
- Accommodation.
- All meals, teas, coffees & snacks.
- Dawn and dusk safaris in open land rovers and bushveld walks.
Rates Exclude:
- Bar.
- Curio, telephone and laundry expenses.
- Simbambili Gate fee at Sabi Sands Reserve (per vehicle/per person).
- Conservation Fee & TOMSA Levy and Increases in any of the above costs.
- Children 2 – 5 yrs of age are not permitted on game drive –babysitting facilities available at an additional cost.
- + Accommodation
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Accommodation
With the added option of a three-bedroomed family suite and elevated viewing hides, Serondella Lodge is an ideal safari destination for families and photographers alike.
Here in the riverine forests on the banks of a tributary of the Monwana watercourse in the heart of the Thornybush Nature Reserve are three carefully designed suites, in addition to the optional family suite, accommodating a maximum of eight guests ensuring guests complete privacy and stunning vistas. The viewing hides allow bird lovers an excellent opportunity to encounter the game reserve’s 507 different species of bird as well as regular visits by other animals.
The fact that Serondella can accommodate a maximum of eight means that guests will have the hosts undivided attention for the duration of their stay. Surprise bush and boma dinners as well as intimate sunset dinners for two on the viewing hides are the very least the astute guest can expect from Serondella Lodge. Serondella means the place of the elephant and they are habitual patrons to the lodge’s two flanking waterholes, allowing excellent opportunities for spectacular photographs and videos from the comfort of the lodge’s lounge or suites.
Serondella essential
- Three suites and one family suite with three bedrooms (eight guests).
- Pool.
- Curio shop.
- Elevated viewing hides.
- Boma.
- Air-conditioned.
- Children under 12 are welcome.
- + African Safari
-
Your African Safari
Serondella Game Lodge offers unique exclusive Safari experiences in both open Land Rovers, and on foot. The private reserve is home to an abundance of species: 147 mammals including the “Big Five”, 114 reptiles, 507 birds, 49 fish, 34 amphibians and 336 trees. The reserve is predominantly open savannah and with a near perfect year round climate, it is the ideal African safari holiday destination.
A Typical Day
The day starts as dawn breaks over the African bushveld. After your early morning wakeup call. Shortly after, you depart in your open landrover with your experienced Rangers and Trackers who will share their extensive knowledge of the bush with you. These drives are undertaken at times best suited for game viewing which vary depending on the season but typically start early morning. Where applicable you may be invited out of the vehicle to see tracks, examine certain plants and follow spoor.
After an exhilarating hunt for tracks to see what the animals have been up to during the night, and tracking down whatever you find, you will stop somewhere out in the bush for a break of coffee & tea. Time to stretch your legs whilst having your sunglasses cleaned & indulge in cool towels in summer, and hot towels in winter. In winter, we keep our guests warm on the vehicle with hot water bottles & warm blankets. After a sumptuous Breakfast is served either back at the camp or in the riverbed or bush, guests are offered walks to suit their interests and fitness levels and are accompanied by an armed ranger and tracker.
Walks allow guests a better chance to see some of the smaller creatures of the bush as well as an opportunity to learn more about the flora and fauna of the region & to have a chance to follow tracks in more detail. Our Shangaan trackers will enthrall you with their explanations of the medicinal and other uses of the numerous plants and trees along with tales of traditional folklore.
The rest of the day is spent at the discretion of the guest for other activities that we offer, with a late lunch served around 3.00pm. Lunch is followed by the afternoon game drive and extends into the evening to view seldom seen nocturnal species by torchlight. Once again, you will break somewhere out in the bush, in a remote, scenic spot to watch the sunset, where Sundowners and snacks are offered to guests whilst you once again stretch your legs.
- + Schedule
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Service Times
Meals
Breakfast or brunch 10h00 – 10h30.
Lunch or High tea 15h00-15h30 High tea (depending on season).
Dinner 19h30 – 20h00 (depending on season).Activities
Times that the game drives depart:
- Summer 05h30 & 16h00.
- Winter 06h00 & 15h00.
Times that the walks depart:
- Summer No specific time, on request.
- Winter No specific time, on request.
- + Spa
-
Spa
Amani African Spas is an authentically South African Spa brand, which ha s a distinctive 360º approach to health and wellness. This is indeed what places Amani Spas apart from other service providers in the country. Amani’s extensive collection of spas can be found in luxury resorts, city hotels and other sought-after locations around the country.
This multi award-winning spa group has revolutionised traditional spa treatments and taken beauty beyond skin-deep. Amani’s focus is on complimentary health designed and customised for the individual. Amani African Spas offer some unique therapies are designed to bring balance to the physical, emotional and mental well-be ing, as well as preserve and enhance youthfulness.
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Serondella Game Lodge Reviews
“Serondella is a small, intimate place which exudes calm and tranquility and the food preparation and presentation would be perfect in any 5 star hotel. We saw the big 5 in the first 24 hours – 2 of them from our own balcony which overlooked a watering hole. All the staff were charming and we can’t thank you enough for making our stay with you just perfect.” –elcerrillo
“We stayed three nights, went on six game drives with Chewie and Conright and encountered so many animals up close – I had no idea we’d be so close to lions (and lion cubs!) and elephants, among other animals. We learned so much, from both of them. And when we weren’t out in the bush, we got absolutely spoiled by Monica and the staff – great food, great service, great time. I’d highly recommend this to anyone who wants to get up close and personal with wild animals (and have a comfortable bed to sleep in, afterwards!).” –Jeffslope
“If you enjoy being in the wildlife, but also like the confort of sleeping in a great bed, eating well and meeting nice people this place is ideal! The fact that there are few guests just makes the experience more customized and intimate as well as unforgetable! The safari itself is fantastic, the ranger is experienced and welcoming. We got see all big five and so much more! As a plus the Lodge offers great infrastructure and top quality dining. Highly recommended!” –Mariana L
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