XONGILE LODGE


We warmly welcome you to Xongile Lodge.

Xongile means ‘exceptionally beautiful’ in Xitsonga. The lodge is located in Malelane on the banks of the Crocodile River and has a direct view on the Kruger Park, allowing you to fully enjoy all the beauty that South African nature has to offer at any time of the day. Be awakened by the impressive sounds of the hippos, let yourself be overwhelmed during the day by the hunting techniques of the fish-eagle and fall asleep to the roaring of the lions. Within the lodge attention is paid to nature conservation and awareness. Nothing is more powerful than experiencing for yourself how beautiful and impressive the world is.

Beside the fact that you can absorb all impressions from the lodge, you are within 10 minutes of the gate to Kruger National Park where you can go on safari in your own car or go with one of our professional guides and be overwhelmed by their knowledge about the South African Lowveld.

Kruger National Park features the world-famous Big Five (the African Elephant, the African Lion, the African Leopard, the Cape Buffalo and the Black Rhinoceros). However, there is so much more to discover, such as the Cheetah, African Wild Dogs and Giraffes, to name a few mammals. In addition, admirers of birds, reptiles, amphibians and insects can indulge themselves here too. Without flora, no fauna, so also those interested in trees, plants, flowers and grasses will certainly be satisfied.

Xongile Lodge is small, which makes it personal and involved. This means that you as guest can experience the ultimate safari experience.

 

ROOMS

Xongile Lodge consists of five luxury double rooms, each with a view on the Crocodile River and Kruger National Park. The spacious design makes sure that you can enjoy a true safari experience from your room at any time of the day.

RATES

The rates of the rooms are per night per room with a maximum of two persons per room. This way you immediately know what you can expect.

ACTIVITIES

There are several activities available both in and around the lodge and in the region, including guided or self-driving game drives in the Kruger National Park, bird watching, swimming, fitness and golf.

XONGI-TINGS

The wildlife that has been seen at Xongile Lodge last week.

Xongi-pedia

The encyclopedia of flora and fauna that can be found around Xongile Lodge.

Mammal
Warthog

Their tails are long and end with a tuft of hair.

Bird
Bateleur

It is often considered as one of the most distinctive raptors in the world due to their bright colors.

Reptile
Cape Dwarf Gecko

They are often seen on walls.

Amphibian
Eastern Olive Toad

The scientific name is Amietophrynus garmani.

Reptile
Nile Crocodile

Their hierarchy is determined by size.

Amphibian
Southern Foam Nest Frog

 They are arboreal frogs.

Insect
Large Copper Dung Beetle

It can reach a length of 3.5 cm.

Arachnid
Cheloctonus jonesii

It lives in areas of clay-based soil.

Flower
Leafy-flowered Morning Glory

They flower during December and January.

Mammal
Scrub Hare

The tail is small and stubby with a black topside and the underside being white.

Bird
African Hawk-eagle

It is a large bird of prey.

Xongile Lodge

Absorb the Exquisiteness of Nature