Mpongo Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Safari vehicle at Mpongo Private Game Reserve in South Africa.

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Mpongo Private Game Reserve near East London lies in the malaria-free Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is named after the historic Mpongo River and offers 4 of the Big Five animals, conferencing, safari weddings...
Luxury Eastern Cape safari accommodation at Mpongo.
Pool area at Mpongo Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Two Giraffes close together.

  • Luxury en-suite rooms, chalets and a Honeymoon Suite
  • Fine dining at the restaurant which overlooks a waterhole
  • Day and night safaris, conferences and weddings
  • Located just 40 minutes from East London airport


  • The safari lodge at this malaria-free Eastern Cape game reserve in South Africa has luxurious facilities and 4 of the Big Five animals on a private reserve close to the seaside city of East London. Enchanting countryside with lush river valleys and rolling hills can be found at Mpongo which incorporates 3 200 hectares of conservation land.

    Guests at Mpongo can look forward to affordable luxury accommodation in this Eastern Cape game reserve in South Africa, which boasts wonderful amenities and activities for every kind of traveller, from the eco-tourist or wedding guest to an executive conference delegate. Everyone is warmly welcomed to Mpongo Game Reserve.

    Game drives are conducted in open vehicles with a picnic stop for light refreshments. Exciting night drives are also offered. Visitors can view a wide variety of wildlife including Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, Hyena, Hippo and Giraffe amongst other grassland antelope and many bird species.

    Delicious meals are served at the Huberta Restaurant, which is set in a raised position around a waterhole. Visitors to Mpongo Private Game Reserve can enjoy a fusion of European and African cuisine whilst watching the Hippos through large open windows as they linger by the water. The Buffalo Lapa (outdoor enclosure) at malaria-free Eastern Cape game reserve in South Africa is also a popular place for meals around the open fire.

    Facilities and services at Mpongo Private Game Reserve include:

  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Valet services
  • Safe
  • Swimming pool at River Lodge
  • Secure parking
  • Airport transfers


  • Luxury Eastern Cape safari accommodation at Mpongo.
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    Pool area at Mpongo Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
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    Two Giraffes close together.
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    Provisional Reservation System
    Please note that all steps marked with a * must be completed for your provisional reservation to be processed!
    Staying at   Mpongo Game Reserve
    Step 1* Choose Accommodation Type.
    Huberta Lodge: Fully inclusive - Max People: 2
    River Lodge: Fully inclusive - Max People: 2
    Step 2* Please indicate the number of adults and the number of children below.
      adults children under 12
    Step 3* Choose accommodation start date and the number of nights you intend staying for below.
      Start date nights
    If you are sure all steps marked with a * are complete please