Mogalakwena River Lodge

Spending time at Mogalakwena in the heart of the Limpopo river valley, offers you an array of nature and culture experiences.
Positioned off the beaten track, upstream from the confluence of the Mogalakwena and Limpopo rivers, Mogalakwena is a creative hub that comprises a River Lodge, Artist’s Retreat, Craft Art Village, Research Centre and Bush Camp.

The River Lodge overlooks the river and bushveld. There are deluxe main lodge rooms, and luxurious private chalets with their own private viewing decks. All are spacious and offer everything you need for a memorable experience. Air-conditioning/fans, en-suite bathrooms, tea & coffee-making facilities and the most comfortable beds are just a few of the comforts of home you can expect. |
There are lower and upper viewing decks that are river-facing – ideal spots to enjoy a sundowner as you watch animals meander across the river or the abundant birdlife.
Open dining and lounge areas, an infinity swimming pool and a bar around a central open fireplace (boma), round out the camp by providing places to relax and share experiences around the fire.

Pioneered by Dr Elbé Coetsee, Mogalakwena is all about sustainability – and creativity, from the furnishings and art to the  food. Delicious meals are prepared by the local team – with herbs and vegetables fresh from their garden or sourced from nearby villages.

A variety of activities are available, apart from game drives, wildlife walks and bird watching. 
Visit the Mogalakwena Craft Art Development Foundation which nurtures intrinsic cultural skills and creates employment for local Pedi women, where you can unleash your creativity over interactions with local crafters.  
The Interpretive Research Centre for African Ecology and Anthropology provides interesting visual and scientific data on the surroundings as well as participation in ongoing research projects.
Mapungubwe World Heritage Site lies in close proximity.
Explore the remains of a long vanished civilization that is the earliest known kingdom in sub Saharan Africa. At the crossroads of north/south & east/west trade routes, this culturally significant site controlled trade to India and China from around 900 to 1300 AD onwards.
Visit this enigmatic hub, whose star attraction, the Golden Rhino is a tangible symbol of past glories and the African Renaissance.