Cape vulture conservancy Farm Manutsa 233KT, R36 Strijdom Tunnel Road, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
#32 of 78 hotels in Hoedspruit
Guests' ChoiceBased on 36 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Ulrike
GermanyWonderful place and space with a mission to make the world better, combined with outstanding hospitality. Wonderful people. Great design. A lot of love in all the details.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Elouise
United KingdomFabulous location, lovely staff,
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Jonathan
South AfricaAll was great. Very relaxing. You don't need to change anything
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
Steven
SwitzerlandWe expected more about the vultures but were a bit disappointed that we did not learn and see more from the vultures. The name Vulture Conservany is a bit misleading. As we were the only guests, we felt a bit uncomfortable.
Lovely atmosphere and infrastructure, extremely stylish and well integrated into the nature
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 19 October 2023
Jason
South AfricaWifi in the rooms would have been an advantage.
The location and facilities are exceptional. The staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Ingrid
BelgiumThe drive from the gate (where your car is left behind) up to the lodge and back was very time consuming. If you are planning to do day trips, this is not really the right spot. Even so if you want to see wildlife as there are very few animals at the property.
Beautiful location, very new property. The tent was well equipped. Top notch friendly crew and outstanding food. Ideal spot for a relaxing day, to swim, to read a book.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 May 2023
Du
South AfricaThe food, service of staff and general comfort is exceptional. The and views of the lodge against the mountain is breathtaking. Our stay was great value for money in comparison to other luxury lodges of a similar kind.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 25 March 2023
Joanne
United KingdomNothing
Amazing, everything was 5* the bedding the rooms, food , staff. The view takes your breath away. Tents are luxurious pool was sparkling clean.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 26 January 2023
Joana
MozambiqueTo have to leave and not stay longer.
This is the most beautiful place you will stay in Blyde River Canyon area. All the experience is top notch! From the extremely friendly staff that will accommodate you like royalty, to the most spectacular views of the mountains, the twice a day experiences and all the knowledge about such an intriguing species such as the Cape Vultures. One of our favourites was the visit to the Permaculture Camp where you can see with your own eyes where the food served at the lodge comes from as well as learn the basic concepts of the nature cycle that guides Permaculture principles and techniques, which can be applied everywhere on the planet. The rooms are very comfortable and spacious tents with the best quality linen and comforting views of the mountain and the Blyde bush. The top indulgence experience is to enjoy the outside shower under the stars and using the natural bio products from Africology, offered as complementary. There is no aircon in the rooms since it is an off grid property, nevertheless there is a ceiling fan that will keep you well ventilated. The food and kitchen staff were very professional at attending our dietary requirements, though there is a need to keep investing in vegan and plant based recipes to be in harmony with the Permaculture concept too. The fresh swimming pool was a delight in the middle of the hot reason and I cannot stress enough the kindness and professionalism of all the staff. This is a 6* experience in nature in one of the most beautiful places in Africa.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 11 January 2023
Karla
South AfricaThere was nothing that we didn’t like!
The staff, how clean it was, the FOOD!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 9 January 2023
Debbie
South AfricaThey could have been a coffee station in the room , but they explained to us it was because the lodge was an Eco lodge but they are planing to do something about that.
We had to leave early however there was an amazing Continental breakfast
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2023
Besson
South AfricaN/A
Amazing service and fantastic staff who were exceptional,food was excellent and the views were incredible.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 28 December 2022
Ebrahim
South Africashould have Aircons
stuff attention to detail
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 22 October 2022
Bruno
NetherlandsThis lodge is superb, such a big recommendation! ✨ Apart from the kindest and most considerate staff that make you feel so welcome and taken care of, the views are to die for from the property (which you have from everywhere, even your outdoor shower!). Also, the beds are really amazing. There is so much attention to detail here, from hand written notes and flowers upon your welcome, to fresh filtered water in every room, to amazing smelling biological shower products and lotions, to dietary considerations for each guest… Which takes us to the final highlight of this place: the FOOD! Amazing cuisine, even if you’re vegetarian…. We had a brilliant time here and can really recommend everyone. 10/10
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 13 August 2022
Prince
South Africa- It is a remote place so there isn’t much shops around, not that you world really need it.
-Great Staff -live by the Blyde mountains -All Inclusive -Very Affordable drinks -Great Escape
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 29 December 2023
Adam
South AfricaThe vulture viewing was quite underwhelming. Staff were very nice but a bit over eager at times. No hot water in the rooms on cloudy days due to solar power.
Excellent food from a lovely chef. Very comfortable bed. Friendly staff.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Mushwana
South AfricaTo have a pool or jacuzzi on my apartment and the outside shower could have been on the mountain view side.
The food awesome,
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2023
Massah
South Africathey are running sola geyser and the water is always cold
the staff and the food
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 27 January 2024
Millicent
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Hilton
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Zithelo
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Kabelo
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 4 October 2023
Marquerite
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Shungu
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2023
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