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Come and experience this stylish new Lodge in Nelspruit, capital of Mpumalanga. Built on a granite koppie you can enjoy the breathtaking views from your room over ancient indigenous forests and a murmuring mountain stream that runs through the lush garden. This impressive lodge exemplifies the very best in modern architecture and offers six spacious bedrooms, each with its own private balcony, as well as all amenities on your wish-list: spa-bath or jet shower, extra long beds with quality linen, DStv on flat screens, mini-bar and much more. The world famous Kruger National Park, Blyde River Canyon, Swaziland and Maputo are within easy range.

	Tanja Ruf / Amanda van den Brink		+27 (0)13 750 0479
	+27 (0)83 676 0802		+27 (0)13 751 5555
	Pine Lake Drive, White River Country Estate, White River		P O Box 2809, White River, 1240
	www.olivers.co.za

In a peaceful setting on the secure White River Country Estate, Oliver's echoes a unique luxury country style. Doze in front of a blazing log fire or linger on the verandah overlooking the first green of the White River Golf Course. Spacious stylish rooms include all comforts and each have a fireplace with cosy seating area and spacious verandah. The two suites have a lounge and bedroom and the bathrooms boast a private outside shower with views over the golf course. Excellent Continental and Mediterranean dishes served with fine wines from the well-stocked cellar. In-house Wellness & Beauty Clinic available.

	Gary Barltrop
	+27 (0)82 450 9423		+27 (0)86 540 4467
	341 Bushpig Avenue, Marloth Park		P O Box 520, Malelane, 1320
	www.needleslodge.com

A warm and welcoming family run lodge in the heart of Marloth Park, a private residential nature reserve bordering the Kruger National Park. With nothing but the sights and sounds of the African bush, numerous guest appearances from resident kudu, zebra, giraffe, warthog, wildebeest, impala wandering around the lodge and keeping you company. Other activities include game drives in the Kruger Park with private game ranger, tiger / fly fishing with private guide on the unspoiled rivers of the Crocodile and Komati, day tours to Mozambique and Swaziland, quad bike and micro light flights - all can be arrange from the lodge.

	Doctor
	+27 (0)82 651 4567		+27 (0)86 614 5437
	4586 Hartbees Street, Marloth Park		P O Box 1262, Komatipoort, 1340
	www.grandkrugerlodge.co.za

We provide an ideal setting for relaxation in the bushveld. We offer tranquillity, superb accommodation and exquisite cuisine to make your stay with us a memorable experience. Your host and hospitality team have been chosen for their attention to detail, providing you with personalized service to you make you feel at home. Grand Kruger Lodge sleeps 44 guests in 8 rooms & 6 units in the Bush Camp, allowing maximum privacy at all times. The accommodation is luxurious and the eight double rooms with en-suite bathrooms have been lovingly decorated to create an atmosphere of elegance. Approximately 450 km from Johannesburg.

	Tim van Coller		+27 83 651 7464
	+27 83 651 7464		+86 628 3983
	2821 Seekoei Road, Marloth Park		Box 909, Komatipoort, 1340
	www.bushwisesafaris.com

Situated on the banks of the Crocodile River overlooking the Kruger National Park, Bushwise Safari Lodge combines the real Kruger Safari experience with luxurious accommodation boasting a unique ambiance true to the safari adventure you are seeking.

Watch the Kruger National Park and the Crocodile River (where a variety of wildlife often drink at the water’s edge) at your leisure from the comfort of your vantage point on the upper deck, bar area or swimming pool.

	Central Reservations		+27 (0)17 638 1228 +27 (0)17 638 1199
			+27 (0)17 638 0852
	Bekker Street, Trichardt		P O Box 537, Trichardt, 2300
	www.ballynoran-lodge.co.za

Ballynoran's roots lie in both the informal grandeur of Irish country and flavour of African highland. Ballynoran is ideally situated for business people - 150 km from Johannesburg, 4 km from Secunda and 8 km from Graceland Casino. Accommodation comprises of eighteen sandstone en-suite rooms as well as the President suite, Honeymoon suite and a family flat, all surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. We offer our guests a home from home experience, children are more than welcome, with a heated pool and plenty of space to keep them occupied.

Thanda Nani Game Lodge *** is situated on a 7000ha private reserve only 10 km (on the N4) from the Malelane Kruger gate. Many rare and endangered species. 10 chalets from R700, twin or double, breakfast included. Restaurant, bar, pool and game drives offered.