Shalati Adventure Lodge

You will find Shalati in the heart of the Big 5 Country.This beautiful unspoilt land, where the peace and stillness of the Lowveld offers an intimate and truly memorable bush and wildlife experience,combined with the culture of the local Shangaan population of South Africa and its people today. The main goal of the Shalati Adventure Lodge is to provide you with a South African experience with the involvement of the local communities and their customs, rustic accommodation, local cuisine and activities specific to the area i.e. game drives and guided game walks. Fresh produce are sourced from a local garden which are maintained by the local farming community. Delicious fresh bread served at the lodge with meals comes from a local bakery, visits to the bakery where sampling the fare is possible. Bicycle trips through the village accompanied by a trained guide. A visit to the local school where you can be part of class activities and be able to intermingle with the kids.

Attractions Game drives, bush walks, cycling trips forms part of the activities on offer from the lodge. Whilst enjoying the tranquil atmosphere on the night drive guests will be spoilt with cocktails. The Manyeleti Game Reserve is a big 5 game reserve and Shalati Lodge entrance is situated at the gate of Manyeleti. A walk through the local Mnisi village can be undertaken. Hoedspruit Research and Breeding Centre can be visited. The centre is home to more than 70 cheetahs including tame ones and more can be learned about the breeding programme. Within 25 Kilometre from the lodge. A visit to the Moholoholo Wildlife Centre where the rehabilitation of injured wildlife and especially raptors can be viewed.Within a 25 km distance of the lodge. We can organize such a trip from the lodge for you.

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Reviews

"Average"

13 August 2015

"If a remote spot is what you ate looking for this is the one. The lodge is far from everything and the road to the lodge are not for the fainthearted.<div><br /></div><div>They offer dinners, but not worth the money. 3 course buffet comes on a first come first serve basis and you might get "left overs" if not there at the exact serving time.</div><div><br /></div><div>Clearly caters for international travelers</div>"
"Dreadful!"

07 July 2015

"We booked and paid for 3 nights camping. There are no camping sites! There is a sort of a boma with raised concrete platforms about 3 metres highin an amphitheatre style which is completely impractical. We looked at the attendant in disbelief when she said you can put your tent up there. We have a fixed roof top tent! No electrical points. No shade. No braai facilities.The bathroom was full of building material. This place should NOT advertise camping. The surrounding buildings looked run down.A bitter disappointment. An insult to the high standards of tourism in the Kruger region."
"Great place, amazing staff"

03 July 2015

"I spent a night and the morning at Shalati, it was great, the dinner and the breakfast were really good, and everyone there was very nice and helpful.<div>I didn't do the game drive and I regret it, I was recommended to do it next time I come back and I will come back!</div>"
"Great stop-over"

09 May 2015

"This was a great stop-over. The rooms were clean and tidy. The staff were very friendly and the food was excellent. A great location point to explore the Kruger National Park."
"Shalati Review"

25 September 2013

"We enjoyed every moment of our stay there; found it very restful."
"Simple but nice"

17 March 2012

"Very friendly people. A simple but nice place where to stay if you want a break from the noise of modern life. Good 'cuisine'."
"A wonderful experience"

25 October 2011

"We stayed for three days and will definitely go back for longer. It is clean, neat and so quiet and the people are very helpful and friendly. Thanks Mariana, you are a star!"
"Shalati Adventure Lodge"

18 July 2010

"Nice place and friendly people."
"Adventure"

14 March 2008

"It is great, you do feel the nature! ...adventure... we got lost! ask well the direction to the lodge and begin your adventure! Thanks"
"Memorable Shalati"

23 August 2007

"Shalati is rustic, tranquil, very neat and the staff are extremely accommodating. Rustic and peaceful,we enjoyed our stay with them. Food was great and the Shalati Choir and dancers entertained us well. Shalati usually caters for inbound budget groups from overseas. We were very impressed with the friendly, helpful service and great food. Well done chef! David, Shalati’s tourguide is happy to arrange walks or cycles to the nearby Shangaan village where one can visit the local school and also be advised on the rural lifestyle and farming of the community."
"Fun and Friendly Place to stay."

11 April 2007

"We recently spent a night at Shalati and really had a great time. James and his team were extremely friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much to ask of them. We were greeted by David and shown to our huts. The huts allow you to hear the sounds of the Manyeleti game reserve at night. Unfortunately we wereonly there for one night, but will definitely be going back again soon"
"HOLIDAY"

08 January 2007

"I had a wonderful time and most of all the food was nice."