Karongwe Portfolio - Shiduli Private Game Lodge

Spa - enjoy the selection of spa treatments that are offered at Shiduli Exciting scenic helicopter flips over the Oliphant's gorge offers a once in a lifetime experience of this untouched beauty of Africa from the sky. Anti- poaching walks - provide an insight to the poaching threat that our wildlife faces. Interactive Cooking - this is an opportunity to cook traditional South African meals with our chefs and to enjoy the meal afterwards. Star gazing - see the spectacular Milky Way and be in awe at the Southern Sky while spotting beauties in the sky like the Southern Cross etc. Traditional Shangaan evening - this fun filled event creates memories that will last with you forever. Dress up in traditional clothes while enjoying dinner in the traditional Shangaan manner and cuisine. Bush Picnics - enjoy an excursion to the highest point on Karongwe - Beacon rock and soak in the 360 view of the Lowveld. Photography workshops - book with four friends a workshop to hone the photography skills. Visit our lo

Shiduli Private Game Lodge is an established and much loved South Africa game lodge that excludes a home away from home feel. Shiduli staff prides itself in bringing you the Big 5 up close in open safari vehicles as well as other amazing species endemic in the area like cheetah, wild dog and other plains game. With the backdrop of the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains lies the beautiful Shiduli Private Game Lodge. Shiduli is based in the Greater Kruger area and lies in the Big 5 Karongwe Private Game Reserve. Being a private reserve this offers you the opportunity to view the Big 5 up close in an open safari vehicle. Shiduli is well known for its warm and friendly African hospitality and bringing the full African safari experience to its guests. Shiduli offers 24 suites all with ensuite bathrooms with one Royal Suite which has its own splash pool and more privacy. Shiduli is perfect for families and provides a complimentary children's program to keep the youngsters entertained with African themed activities. The spacious lounges, beautiful garden and sparkling pool makes this the perfect destination for a family getaway in the bush while still having the luxury of being in touch with world events via the Wi-Fi facility. Morning and afternoon game drives are conducted with qualified game rangers Morning and afternoon game drives are conducted with qualified game rangers in an open game drive vehicle, traversing over the 9000 hectares of supreme African bushveld, tracking the Big Five as well as a variety of other game species. Shiduli offers spa facility as well as many interesting activities that can be booked at the lodge to experience the full African Safari. The management does encourage the guests to relax at Shiduli and focus on becoming one with nature and to enjoy the sounds of the natural bush. Shiduli offers buffet lunches, breakfasts and dinners. Dinners are a romantic experience which alternate in different venues to bring you the delights of enjoying a pan African cuisine under the stars with the beating African drums or in house with the bustling fire.

CORPORATE, ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY The ethos of Karongwe Portfolio is to make a difference and we believe the projects we run do make a significant contribution. This is evident in the gratitude we receive from the community and close relationship that exists between Karongwe Portfolio and its local communities. Recycling: On recycling - Karongwe Portfolio has a recycle project in all of the lodges - separating plastics, glass and biodegradable objects from each other and sending it to the necessary recycling plants. Plastic: Karongwe Portfolio is also in the process of doing away with all plastic water bottles and promote the use of glass / steel flasks instead. In addition, all plastic straws have been removed from January 2020 and we make a concerted effort to reduce all plastics. Cheetah project: As the world cheetah meta - population is in decline Karongwe works with EWT (Endangered Wildlife Trust ) in donating to this worthwhile Trust to the protection of cheetah. Karongwe is currently a gold status member in the Cheetah program. Tree planting: Karongwe Portfolio has also embarked on a huge Spekboom challenge - (i.e. planting the wonderful tree that absorbs a huge amount of carbon dioxide) engaging with guests to join us in the local community to plant trees. This is on our activity list and entails the planting of a tree in the local village - guests are given a complimentary T shirt “I planted a tree in Africa at Karongwe” Vegetable project: Our little paws children program also includes a children’s activity that involves the planting of vegetables - the garden is cared for by the lodge and the vegetables are taken to the local community drop in centre for vulnerable children. The idea behind this is “one child feeds another “, and we believe creates awareness across cultures of caring and also growing organic natural foods. Drop in Centre for Vulnerable Children: Karongwe Portfolio is responsible for two Drop in centres in the two neighbouring villages. This involves the renovation of the centre, providing of furniture desks and amenities to the children. Karongwe Portfolio also supplies the food for these children on a daily basis and we encourage our guests to visit these centres. Schools: Top priority for Karongwe Portfolio is our school projects. All the High schools are given intense talks motivational speeches on education. In addition - financial rewards are given the Top 5 in each grade in an effort to encourage performance. Regular visits from the Lodges and talks are planned for 2020 At the Secondary School level Karongwe runs conservation projects that bring the youngsters to the Reserve to experience first - hand game drives and the tourism industry. At primary and pre-primary level Karongwe Lodges have a long history of taking care of the little ones - especial over Christmas - making it special for them. Karongwe Portfolio also supports certain successful students with tertiary studies and are proud to have supported our first lawyer in his studies as well as photographer. Sports Teams: Karongwe Portfolio has in the last year sponsored over 8 soccer teams and netball teams. Since we believe physical fitness is important this has also gone a long way to keep youngsters from the taverns and streets. Training for young adults: Karongwe Portfolio Lodges run a training program for youngsters in the area that are interested in the Tourism industry. The training is done in Food and Beverage, Housekeeping and the Kitchen. This has resulted in a number of students being successful in getting employment in the surrounding lodges. In house training: Karongwe Lodges run a program to train spa therapists as well as Field Guides. This is an effort to upskill the existing staff all the time to improve their standards of living and expertise. The elderly: Karongwe Portfolio is committed to our program to support our church

Amenities / Features

Is there an airport shuttle? Yes! There is an airport shuttle.

Buffet Breakfast is included in the rate

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

Free secure outdoor parking is available for cars & coaches

Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas

Daily Cleaning of all areas