ENTABENI SAFARI CONSERVANCY

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1 ENTABENI SAFARI CONSERVANCY ACCOMMODATION FACT SHEET Entabeni Safari Conservancy, rightfully dubbed The Place of the Mountain, is situated in the World Heritage Waterberg Biosphere. this hectare malaria-free reserve boasts five eco-systems. FOLLOW US ON

2 lodges UPPER ESCARPMENT KINGFISHER LODGE: Set on the banks of Lake Entabeni, Kingfisher Lodge is the most exclusive and luxurious of all the lodges, offering superb personalized service. In the main lounge and dining area the ambience is inviting with elegant decor, specially designed furniture and a fireplace ensuring an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere. The lodge has a spacious lounge/dining room, which opens onto a wooden deck. The eight deluxe bedrooms are stylishly decorated and feature fireplaces, mini-bars and private decks. The lodge is also equipped to accommodate guests with mobility challenges. The honeymoon suite features an exquisite four poster bed and a Jacuzzi bath with views of the lake. TOTAL ROOMS: 8 (1 wheelchair friendly room) LAKESIDE LODGE: Located on the banks of Lake Entabeni, luxurious bedrooms are linked by thatched walkways to the Reception, Restaurant, Conference Room and Boma. Lake Entabeni, 1, 7 km's long, lies between soaring bluffs and peaks, a wonderful place for birdwatching and viewing a rich variety of wildlife. The hippos of Lake Entabeni are a special feature. Enjoy sundowners on your own private deck with the always-changing colours of the Entabeni Mountain reflecting in the lake TOTAL ROOMS: 24 (1 wheelchair friendly room) RAVINESIDE LODGE: Ravineside Lodge comprises tranquil thatched wooden lodges on stilts with magnificent views. Each lodge has 3 or 4 en-suite bedrooms with an African ethnic theme. A private open-plan lounge and bar area extends to the open sundecks. From here guests may indulge in bird and game watching and experience the beauty of the ravine with the rippling sound of water far down in the valley. Due to the location of the rooms and the number of stairs to climb, this lodge is not recommended for the elderly or for families with small children. It must also be noted that the rooms are situated some distance from the main lodge and guests need to be transported to their rooms from the main facilities. TOTAL ROOMS: 22 LOWER ESCARPMENT HANGLIP MOUNTAIN LODGE: Discover the exclusive Hanglip Mountain Lodge with its 10 luxury en-suite thatched rooms on the lower escarpment of the malaria-free Entabeni Safari Conservancy, surrounded by wetlands and plains. This secluded lodge is refreshingly alluring with its unique blend of luxury and true African wilderness with views stretching over the lake and plains to Hanglip Mountain and the Waterberg Range. TOTAL ROOMS: 10 (1 wheelchair friendly room) WILDSIDE SAFARI CAMP: Nestled against the majestic cliffs of the Waterberg Mountain lies Wildside Safari Camp where you can experience the wild side of the bush. Stay close to nature in tented chalets on wooden decks. Traditional South African hospitality and superior cuisine await you in the informal dining and bar area extending to the boma. Here, in the warm atmosphere around the campfire, you will experience an African night at its best. TOTAL ROOMS: 20

3 IN-ROOM FACILITIES LODGE FACILITIES Air Con (Only Hanglip + Kingfisher Lodge) Ceiling Fans (Wildside, Lakeside + Ravineside Lodge) Tea / coffee station Telephone Safe Mini Bar (Stocked on request) Emergency Light Hair Dryer ACTIVITIES The wildlife experience at Entabeni is impressive with more than 55 mammal species (including the Big 5), 300 plants species, 380 bird species, as well as a wide variety of insects, reptiles and amphibians all co-existing in five spectacular diverse eco-systems. Encounter the supreme wildlife of Africa with qualified rangers in our open safari game viewing vehicles. Big 5 Game Drives (Included in accommodation rate) Swimming Pools x 5 Bush Walks * all activities need to be Spa Treatments booked in advance Horse Riding Mountain Biking Pedi Village Cultural Tours Hot Air Ballooning Quad Biking Sporting Facilities Golf (2 courses) at Legend Golf & Safari Resort Extreme 19th Hole at Legend Golf & Safari Resort Wildlife Centre Scenic Helicopter Flights PLEASE NOTE: Children under 6 years are not permitted on game vehicles. Free Wi-Fi (Public Areas) Swimming Pools x 5 ( each lodge has own pool) Conferencing Facilities ( 4 Facilities / Max 200 Delegates) Curio Shop Restaurants Lounge / Terrace Area Parking Spa & Wellness Centre Information and Security Desk Boma Area for informal dining DINING OPTIONS Each lodge has its own restaurant and boma area Kingfisher Lodge The lodge offers a selection of venues ranging from the luxurious dining room to the deck, boma, garden or pool. Private dinners on your own deck or in the room in front of the fireplace can also be arranged. A romantic meal for two can also be organized on the bottom deck close to the lake. Various bush-braai and picnic venues are available for added excitement. Lakeside Lodge Meals are served in the restaurant, boma, garden, Springbok Bar, or lower deck, all boasting a breathtaking view of Lake Entabeni and the Entabeni Mountain. Outside venues are also available for that special meal in the bush experience (weather permitting). Ravineside Lodge: The lodge offer meals in the dining room and bar area, both equipped with fireplaces, or outside in the boma. The boma is situated in the shade of a 100 year old Fig tree amongst the beautiful gardens and various outside venues. Ravineside offers a selection of menus ranging from buffet to individually tailored menus for bush-braais and picnics. Hanglip Mountain Lodge: The lodge offers fine dining in the restaurant as well as in the garden or in the boma. Various outside venues are available for a traditional braai, picnic or for that special meal in nature. LOCATION DISTANCE FROM JOHANNESBURG 285 km (+- 3 Hr drive) Wildside Safari Camp: Meals are usually served in the restaurant. The boma is however, positioned close at hand for those special evening meals around the open fire. The pool area is ideal for day time meals and light lunches. The Marula Boma is the perfect venues for that special out in the bush meal experience. Dining is informal. DISTANCE FROM O.R.TAMBO AIRPORT 35 min flight DISTANCE FROM PRETORIA 230 km ( HR Drive)

4 directions to lower escarpment: Hanglip Mountain Lodge Wildside Safari Camp Road Directions to Entabeni Safari Conservancy from Pretoria: Take N1 North Highway from Pretoria to Polokwane (Pietersburg). Keep on the N1 through Carousel and Kranskop Tollgates. Travel a further 32km on the N1. Take the Mookgophong (Naboomspruit) R101A offramp/exit (Route 289). Drive 8km to Mookgophong (Naboomspruit). Drive straight through the town of Mookgophong (Naboomspruit) on the R101A (29km) till you reach the Sterkrivier (Doorndraai Dam) turnoff (Legend Golf & Safari Resort signboard). Turn left and continue for 22km till you reach the Haakdoring turnoff. Turn left and continue for a further 10km on gravel road (passing the Legend Golf Resort traffic circle) until you reach the big ENTABENI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE sign on your right-hand side and the security entrance gate. Road Directions to Entabeni Safari Conervancy from Polokwane: Travel through Mokopane (southerly direction) towards Mookgophong (Naboomspruit). Travel 17km till you reach the Sterkrivier (Doorndraai Dam) turnoff (Legend Golf & Safari Resort signboard). Turn right and continue for 22km till you reach the Haakdoring turnoff. Turn left and continue for a further 10km on gravel road (passing the Legend Golf Resort traffic circle) until you reach the big ENTABENI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE sign on your right-hand side and the security entrance gate. Coordinates: S 24 13' E 28 42' Marken Important Notice: It is recommended that guests follow these directions instead of relying on a GPS as game fencing restricts access to certain roads in rural areas. R518 Vaalwater 3km Dirt Road ENTABENI MAIN GATE Haakdooring Turnoff 22km Tar Road Mokopane (Potgietersrus) Exit R101 Sterkrivier (Doorndraai Dam) Turnoff 29km N1 Polokwane Highway Mineral Baths 8km Mookgophong (Naboomspruit) 32km Kranskop Tollgate (lternative route exit) Should you require any assistance enroute, please contact Entabeni Safari Conservancy +27 (0) or +27 (0) Carousel Tollgate

5 directions to upper escarpment: l akeside lodge kingfisher lodge ravineside lodge Road Directions to Entabeni: Take the N1 North Highway from Pretoria to Polokwane (Pietersburg). Keep on the N1 through the Carousel and Kranskop Tollgates. Travel a further 32 km on the N1. Take the Mookgopong (Naboomspruit) R101A off ramp/exit (Route 289). Drive 8 km to Mookgopong. Turn left at the second traffic light in town centre () into Nelson Mandela Road. Continue on the for 11 km until you reach a T-junction. Turn left and continue for 500 m and turn right at the Marken sign. Keep on the tar road for 24 km. The road becomes a gravel road. Continue on this road for another 21.5 km. You'll see an ENTABENI sign on the right-hand side. Turn right and drive 3.3 km on a dirt road until you reach the security entrance gate. Coordinates: S 24 08' E ' Important Notice: It is recommended that guests follow these directions instead of relying on a GPS as game fencing restricts access to certain roads in rural areas. Marken R518 N1 Polokwane (Pietersburg) Vaalwater ENTABENI GATE (Upper Escarpment) 21km Gravel Road 3.3km Dirt Road ENTABENI UPPER GATE Mokopane (Potgietersrus) Exit R101 Mineral Baths 24km Tar Road 8km 11km Tar Road 29km Mookgophong (Naboomspruit) N1 Polokwane Highway Pretoria (Tshwane) N1 Carousel Tollgate 32km Kranskop Tollgate (lternative route exit) Should you require any assistance enroute, please contact Entabeni Safari Conservancy +27 (0) or +27 (0)