Mashovhela Lodge, Morning Sun Nature Reserve, Limpopo, South Africa

Mashovhela Lodge, Morning Sun Nature Reserve, Limpopo.

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This eco-friendly lodge in South Africa offers a bush holiday that is interwoven with Venda culture and sacred lore.

Bedroom at Mashovhela Lodge in Limpopo, South Africa.
Mashovhela Lodge rock pools, Morning Sun Nature Reserve, Limpopo.
Venda people are dancing around a fire, Limpopo, South Africa.

  • 10 thatched Venda en-suite rooms and family units
  • Unique eco-experience in the magical Soutpansberg
  • Morning Sun Nature Reserve is a Natural Heritage Site
  • Close to Makhado / Louis Trichardt, Limpopo Province


  • The beautiful Morning Sun Nature Reserve in Limpopo is a natural heritage site and ideal for bush retreats in comfort. Tucked away in the malaria-free Soutpansberg Mountains, guests can see wildlife and explore this magnificent area which is rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage. The reserve makes an excellent stop en-route to the north and can be reached by car in 5 hours from Johannesburg or by flight to Polokwane airport.

    Mashovhela is an eco-friendly lodge in South Africa, located on the Morning Sun Nature Reserve. This area is the home of the Venda people and has a fascinating history. Lodge guests can enjoy wonderful bush walks and 4x4 drives with a Venda guide, and discover the myths and legends surrounding the sacred forests and hidden lakes. The name of the lodge is taken from scenic Mashovhela rock pool, an ancient site and hallowed ground in Venda folk lore.

    Mashovhela Lodge is built on an abandoned Venda settlement and the style and décor reflects the distinctive character of this culture. There are a number of terraces, a veranda and a boma (outdoor enclosure) where guests can relax in the dappled shade enjoying great food and refreshments. The Drumbeat restaurant serves international cuisine and exciting new flavours in an ethnic setting and the cocktail bar is fully licensed.

    Facilities and services at Mashovhela Lodge:

    Curio shop
  • Swimming pool with views of the mountain cliffs
  • Lounge, restaurant, cocktail bar and outdoor dining areas
  • Multi-purpose conference room for any event


  • Bedroom at Mashovhela Lodge in Limpopo, South Africa.
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    Mashovhela Lodge rock pools, Morning Sun Nature Reserve, Limpopo.
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    Venda people are dancing around a fire, Limpopo, South Africa.
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