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In the southeast of Swaziland, the heart of the Lowveld lies an unspoilt wilderness, haven to endangered species who roam the magnificent African bush. For the animals that once roamed wild and free, uninhibited by fences and boundaries, they faced and still face an uncertain future with man’s compulsion toward maximum yield, poaching and lack of ignorance toward nature conservation and protection of our natural heritage. The once abundant animals that could be seen for miles around were, and some still are, close to extinction. It became clear to the Reilly Family, Swaziland’s foremost nature
In the southeast of Swaziland, the heart of the Lowveld lies an unspoilt wilderness, haven to endangered species who roam the magnificent African bush. For the animals that once roamed wild and free, uninhibited by fences and boundaries, they faced and still face an uncertain future with man’s compulsion toward maximum yield, poaching and lack of ignorance toward nature conservation and protection of our natural heritage. The once abundant animals that could be seen for miles around were, and some still are, close to extinction. It became clear to the Reilly Family, Swaziland’s foremost nature conservationists, which these animals needed a place of refuge, and tranquility and the absence of menacing man and his gun, and Mkhaya was the perfect place.
Laid out along the banks of a dry riverbed, is Stone Camp where the vegetation comprises of tall fig, leadwood, sausage and knobthorn trees, with a lush under-canopy giving it a year-round subtropical appearance. Bird life in the camp is a special feature with many species of robin, purple-crested lourie, narina trogan and pink-throated twinspots among the special treats. Smaller game such as warthog visits the camp whilst the big game, such as elephant, is kept at bay outside the camp by a three-strand electric cordon.
The camp is comfortable, quiet and relaxing and a welcome retreat after a day out in the burning sun. The camp is known as Stone Camp due to the dolerite rocks used in the construction of the semi-open stone and thatch cottages. This unique style accommodation in its primeval setting offers visitors the opportunity of really getting back to nature. All twelve units are laid out individually in the riverine forest overlooking the dry riverbed, linked by central and branch pathways surfaced with river sand and lit at night by paraffin lanterns as the camp has no electricity. Each unit is very private due to the thick vegetation, though some units are close enough together for use as an extended family unit. The entire internal structure of these cottages, although veilded for privacy, is open to the external bush, which gives visitors a unique, true bush experience.
As a refuge of endangered species with an intensive breeding project for re-establishing scare species in Swaziland, Mkhaya offers superb photographic opportunities to game enthusiasts. Mkhaya currently supports four of the Big five with Leopard, Buffalo, Elephant and black and white Rhino being present on the reserve. Mkhaya provides tourist with probably their best chance of seeing Black Rhino in the wild in Africa today. Please note no children under 10 years allowed.
Rates charged are on a 24hr basis - arrival times 10am - 10am OR 4pm - 4pm only. Please note no children under 10 years allowed. Valid Wild cards are accepted for free Park entry. Please advise if you are a Wild card member.
Guest Reviews
Mkhaya Game Reserve
4.5 out of 5 stars - 12 votes
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gregor szabo
September 2023
★★★★★ Waiting at the poor meeting point next the street, we didnt know what to expect. But they stay turned out to be totally worth the money and became a core experience on our journy. - they did provide us rain coats - unfortunately they where not water proof- 2 of 4 game drives we had many dangerous thorn bushes hitting against our car+ we spotted many cool animals (even by foot)+we saw cultural danc... Read more
jordi. mestres sanchez
October 2022
★★★★★ Personal Fun,, good food, paradaiseland
david vagg
June 2022
★★★★★ We only stayed here one night - but it was awesome - the open access around the lodges gave close access to the animals - the staff were great and the lodges clean and very comfortable - a great stay
raewyn bennet
February 2019
★★★★★ Great encounters with the Reserves rhino. Guides were passionate and great ambassadors.
malcolm stainbank, south africa
July 2016
★★★★★ Even with a severe drought it was still most enjoyable. Definitely worth another visit
Facilities
Credit Card Facilities
Parking on Premises
Languages Spoken
English
Zulu (isiZulu)
Afrikaans
Swati (siSwati)
Mkhaya Game Reserve location
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Mkhaya Game Reserve is 26km from the centre of Mkhaya Game Reserve , the nearest airport 125.3km (Maputo International Airport). *Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling
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