Successfully reported
The easiest way to find and book accommodation across South Africa!
+40

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant

Game Lodge

Review Summary

4.1 out of 5from 32 reviews for Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Cleanliness
3.8/5
Service
4.3/5
Location
4.1/5
Safety
4.2/5
Value for money
3.9/5
Marietjie S - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marietjie S
Family with young children

Baie netjies en alles wat nodig is vir verblyf.

Pragtige omgewing. Baie rustig met die kameelperde wat jou vroegoggend groet.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Very neat and everything you need for a stay.

Beautiful surroundings. Very peaceful with the giraffes that greet you early in the morning.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Sifundo S - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sifundo S
Large group

Quiet and peaceful. Amazing place.

Our stay was nice and peaceful. What a great location for an outing.

Adele L - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Adele L
With partner

Pragtige omgewing.

Die Zebra-huis is baie privaat geleë met 'n pragtige uitsig en die bokkies en kameelperde kom sommer tot by die huis en is pragtig om te sien. Die huis self is basies gemeubileer. Daar is 'n gasstoof en -oond en herlaaibare ligte is beskikbaar vir elektrisiteitsonderbrekings. Die stort is bo-oor die bad en nogal laag en omdat daar nie 'n deur of gordyn is nie, is die hele vloer nat na iemand gestort het. Daar is geen selfoonsein of WiFi by Zebra nie, maar dit pla ons nie. Die braai lapa buite is baie gerieflik en hout word voorsien.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Beautiful surroundings.

The Zebra house is very privately located with a beautiful view and the goats and giraffes come right up to the house and are beautiful to see. The house itself is basically furnished. There is a gas stove and oven and rechargeable lights are available for power outages. The shower is over the bath and quite low and because there is no door or curtain, the whole floor is wet after someone has showered. There is no cell phone signal or WiFi at Zebra, but that doesn't bother us. The braai lapa outside is very comfortable and wood is provided.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Baie dankie vir julle terugvoering. Wees gerus dat ons het wel 'n gordyn by die bad gehang.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Henson F - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Henson F
Individual traveller

Lekke.

Dankie vir die kuier.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Leaks.

Thanks for the visit.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Evans C - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Evans C
With friends

Hoof deel kan seker gaan maar die res kort dringend aandag.

Ons het nie gebruik gemaak van die akkommodasie nie. Die pad na die hoof deel was baie sleg. Die pad na die bespreekte boskamp was nog slegter en nie geskik vir 'n gewone voertuig nie. Dit kort dringend aandag. Die komberse in die eenheid het gate gehad. Die dame in beheer het ons alternatiewe akkommodasie in die hoof deel aangebied, maar na inspeksie is dit van die hand gewys. Ons sê ook dankie dat sy reelings getref het om ons verblyfgeld terug te betaal.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Main part can probably go but the rest needs urgent attention.

We did not use the accommodation. The road to the main part was very bad. The road to the reserved bush camp was even worse and not suitable for an ordinary vehicle. It needs urgent attention. The blankets in the unit had holes. The lady in charge offered us alternative accommodation in the main part, but after inspection it was turned down. We also thank her for making arrangements to reimburse our accommodation fees.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Baie dankie vir die resensie, Evans Coetzee. Soos verduidelik, was ons geseënd met baie reën, dis hoekom die paaie so bietjie verspoel was. Die gat in die kombers was overgesien deur personeel, maar is nou vervang.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Andre B - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre B
With partner

A lovely short stay in the bush, close to town.

What a beautiful gem Mpofini is. Chantal is an amazing host. Sadly this place is still recovering from the aftereffects of the Covid Lockdown, so there is a lot of need for maintenance, which is obviously not happening yet.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Hello Andre
Thank you for your review. we are however already in the process of maintenance on the units that are more in need of some TLC, starting with the zebra unit. However, sometimes, things happen like switching over to inverters to ensure our guests always have electricity. But, when you come and visit us again, you will see the improvements already made.
Best regards
Chantel

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Johan K - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Johan K
Family with teenagers

Kuier was heel aangenaam genoeg, maar daar was so paar stukkies drama.

Niemand het vir ons gesê die pad na die lodge is redelik rof nie. Met aankoms was die ontvangsdame redelik onbeskof. Die kaartmasjien het gesukkel, en sy het ons redelik ongemaklik laat voel. Kom by die houthuisie aan gereed om te ontspan, en wat gebeur? Een van die plaaswerkers begin met 'n weedeater die grassny. Beurtkrag begin en ons wil vuurmaak met die gratis hout wat verskaf is. Geen vuuraanstekers. Ry rond op soek na iemand om te help. Niemand enige plek beskikbaar nie. Ons kry toe 'n vuurtjie so semi aan die gang, want die hout was ook nie droog nie. As jy soontoe gaan, vat alles saam wat jy dalk gaan benodig. Die gasstoof lek gas, jy moet hom maar buite toemaak, anders ruik die huis na gas.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Visiting was pleasant enough, but there were a few bits of drama.

No one told us that the road to the lodge is quite rough. Upon arrival the receptionist was quite rude. The card machine was struggling, and she made us feel quite uncomfortable. Arrive at the log cabin ready to relax, and what happens? One of the farm workers starts cutting the grass with a weedeater. Turnover starts and we want to make a fire with the free wood provided. No fire lighters. Drive around looking for someone to help. No one available anywhere. We then got a fire going, because the wood wasn't dry either. If you go there, take everything you might need. The gas stove leaks gas, you just have to close it outside, otherwise the house smells of gas.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Goeie dag Johan
Baie dankie vir die brewis making van die gas. ons het aandag daaraan gegee. Gedurende die dag het die werkers maar 'n paar dinge wat gedoen moet word om te verseker dat ons altyd netjies en skoon is. Ek vra om verskoning vir die ontvangs dame en die manier hoe sy julle bedien het.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Karl E - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Karl E
Large group

As a halfway stay over to Kruger it was everything we wanted.

Still have not received breakages deposit of R1200 back which I was promised within 2/3 days. It has been 7 days now since our stay. Please help.

Teresa B - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Teresa B
Family with teenagers

Netjies.

Netjies en skoon. Badkamermatte het buite op dek gelê met aankoms. Geen ander probleme baie rustige omgewing.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Tidy.

Neat and clean. Bathroom rugs were outside on deck upon arrival. No other problems very peaceful environment.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Wilma E - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wilma E
With partner

Uitstekend!

Hulle gaan uit hulle pad uit om ons welkom te laat voel. Hulle het ons huweliksherdenking regtig spesiaal gemaak. Hulle was vriendelik en baie akkommoderend. Die kos was fantasties. Alles wat hulle vir ons gedoen het kan ek nie eers beskryf hoe spesiaal dit was nie. Sal beslis weer teruggaan enige tyd. Spesiale dank aan Oom Ben en sy seun wat ons op die game drive gevat het en Corne en Ella wat als gereël het vir ons piekniek en romantiese ete.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Outstanding!

They go out of their way to make us feel welcome. They made our wedding anniversary really special. They were friendly and very accommodating. The food was fantastic. Everything they did for us I can't even describe how special it was. Will definitely go back again anytime. Special thanks to Uncle Ben and his son who took us on the game drive and Corne and Ella who arranged everything for our picnic and romantic meal.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Elaine E - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elaine E
With partner

Ons kom weer.

Dit is 'n pragtige plek. Lieflike boma en kuiergat. Ongelukkig is die pad na die kampeerplek nie te goed nie. Karavane sal swaarkry op die pad. Personeel baie vriendelik. Oor die algemeen lyk dit vir ons asof die kampeerplek nie die ablusieblokke skoonmaak voor kampeerders opdaag nie. Dis jammer.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

We come again.

It is a beautiful place. Lovely boma and hanging hole. Unfortunately, the road to the campsite is not too good. Caravans will suffer on the road. Staff very friendly. In general, it seems to us that the campsite does not clean the ablution blocks before campers arrive. It's a pity.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Baie dankie vir die bewusmaking van die pad en ablusieblokke. Ons werk daaraan om alles op standaard te kry.
Dit was vir ons n plesier om u hier te kon akkommodeer.
Groete
Mpofini Personeel

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Philip J - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Philip J
With partner

Ons is ontmoet deur vriendelike personel en alles was gereed vir ons aankoms.

Die eenheid was netjies en skoon, met 'n pragtige uitsig oor die omgewing. Ons het die absolute stilte geniet, net diere wat nou en dan die stilte breek.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

We were met by friendly personnel and everything was ready for our arrival.

The unit was neat and clean, with a beautiful view of the surroundings. We enjoyed the absolute silence, only animals breaking the silence now and then.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Corne M - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Corne M
With partner

Pragtige omgewing en natuur met 'n genotvolle ervaring.

Was baie beïndruk met die mooi natuur en uitsig. Alles was in plek en reg vir gaste. Ons sal definitief weer 'n draai maak. Baie dankie.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Beautiful surroundings and nature with an enjoyable experience.

Was very impressed with the beautiful nature and view. Everything was in place and ready for guests. We will definitely visit again. Thank you very much.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Jan V - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jan V
With partner

Lekker ruim huis met alles wat jy benodig.

Aangename verblyf met vriendelike personeel.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Nice spacious house with everything you need.

Pleasant stay with friendly staff.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Dit was vir ons n plesier om u te kon akkommodeer.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Mashaole N - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Mashaole N
Individual traveller

The stay was brief and OK. It was a cold night.

The payment of deposit/holding fee like in booking Avis cars is a turnoff, even though it's returned at the end of stay upon non-breakage of facilities equipment.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Thank you for staying at Mpofini Game Lodge. We aim to meet all our guest's expectations.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Philis W - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Philis W
Family with young children

Delightful.

Beautiful being out in the bush. The children could run freely, and safely. Animal viewing was lovely and the game drive was most enjoyable.

Dewald C - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Dewald C
Family with young children

Hoofslaapkamer se bed moet vervang word. Bed is baie oud en gaar geslaap.

Sien sterre.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Master bedroom's bed needs replacing. Bed is very old and well slept.

See stars.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Eddie D - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Eddie D
With partner

Baie basiese kampplek. Nêrens gelyk staanplek nie. Geen kraan buiten by ablusie.

Badkamers is oud maar skoon. Die badkamer ingang lê aan die teenoorgestelde kant as die staanplekke.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Very basic campsite. Nowhere equal standing. No faucet except for ablution.

Bathrooms are old but clean. The bathroom entrance is on the opposite side of the pitches.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Jenny V - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Jenny V
Family with young children

Never again.

Before making our booking I asked about the safety of the place. I was told it is very safe. When we arrived and after paying the breakage deposit we were told that 3 weeks ago there was a farm attack on the premises. Later that night when we were at the restaurant we were told about a few break-in's. There was also no signal. The idea of staying overnight in Vryheid was to rest half way to our final destination. Nobody was able to get a good night's rest. Waking up every 30min to make sure we were save and the vehicle was save. The people were friendly and the food excellent.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Good day
Thank you for your reply.
Yes, we had a farm attack as it happens in S.A. almost daily now. We also assured you that every precaution was made for security for our guests. The break-ins were completely out of our hands, but the safety of our clients is our first priority.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Tracey N - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Tracey N
Family with young children

Not enjoyable.

The cabin was very old and run down. There was a dead bush baby in the kitchen. The shower did not work. No coffee for overnight guests. The restaurant was not open. We booked especially as we wanted a place with a restaurant on the premises as we were travelling and were tired. But we had to drive around in the dark in a strange town looking for food to eat as there was not enough staff to cook. Was a terrible experience.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Our apologies for your bad experience with us. Please rest assured, we have upgraded all our services.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Suria V - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Suria V
Family with young children

Peaceful and quiet.

Came home very relaxed; would love to go again.

Gill C - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gill C
With partner

Perfect service.

Everything grea,t bathroom could do with an upgrade. No shower facility. Surprised that we could not drive ourselves to see game but very friendly and food exceptional.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Thanks so much for the feedback. Showers in different units available. Due to poaching we can't allow private roaming on the farm but game drives is very popular and since it is a guided tour we ensure the guests get their money worth. Privilege to have hosted you and all the best on your own Lodge!!! Xx

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Johan B - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan B

Verskriklik bederf.

Die mense gaan uit hulle pad om jou verblyf so ontspanne moontlik te maak. My seun is gestrem, die outing was vir hom, die omgewing is vir hom aangepas sodat daar geen ongerief was nie. Die wildbesigtiging was die hoogtepunt, enige tyd 'n verrassing.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Terribly spoiled.

The people go out of their way to make your stay as relaxing as possible. My son is disabled, the outing was for him, the environment was adapted for him so that there was no inconvenience. The game viewing was the highlight, a surprise anytime.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Dankie Johan, dit was vir ons 'n riem onder die hart dat julle ons gekies het om u seun se verjaarsdag saam met ons te spandeer. Ons is baie bly u het die wildsrit so baie geniet. Groetnis en wedersiens. Mpofini Span

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Eveline C - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eveline C
With friends

B&B was goed.

Self catering het meer intens skoonmaak nodig. Gasvryheid is 100%.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

B&B was good.

Self-catering needs a more intense cleaning. Hospitality is 100%.

This review has been translated.
View original in Afrikaans.

Nthabiseng K - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nthabiseng K
With partner

Impeccable customer service!

It was so great to feel home away from home. Anita who is running the lodge gives a personal touch to the whole experience through constant communication on arrival time to sending a Whatsapp pin to ensure we didn't get lost. She even went to the lengths of googling a gluten free muffin recipe and making it for me during my stay. The place has very beautiful scenery and great value for money. Amy, the bar lady, kept us entertained with very unforgettable conversations. We will definitely be visiting again soon!

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Thanks Nthabiseng you guys were the best guests and became friends. We can't wait for the next visit. Going to be so much fun. Xx

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Pieter C - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Pieter C
With partner

Goeie wegbreek en herlaai plek.

Lekker stil en in die natuur. Rus vir die siel.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Good break and recharge place.

Quiet and in nature. Rest for the soul.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Andrie V - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Andrie V
With partner

Dit was net lekker en rustig - gevoel of ek die mense al jare ken!

Die gasvrou was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Sy het ons gemaklik gehou en definitief waarde vir geld. Onthou net om voor die tyd die restaurant te laat weet as jy daar wil eet.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

It was just nice and peaceful - felt like I had known the people for years!

The hostess was very friendly and helpful. She kept us comfortable and definitely value for money. Just remember to let the restaurant know ahead of time if you want to eat there.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Cathrina B - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Cathrina B
With partner

Baie lekker.

Enigste probleem is die stuk grondpad wat ons moes ry tot by hek. Grondpad baie swak en moet meer gereeld geskraap word.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Very nice.

Only problem is the dirt road that leads to the gate. It's not in a good state and should be scraped more regularly.

This review has been translated.
View original in Afrikaans.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Hi
Dankie vir die terugvoer. Stormwater is soms maar buite 'n mens se beheer. Die pad word herbou. Dit sal makliker wees vir motorfietse na die herbou proses.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Gordon D - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Gordon D
With friends

Baie teleurstellend en onbeskof.

So baie uitgesien na die plekkie, maar was baie teleurgesteld met die vuil kamers en beddegoed. Mens voel ook nie baie welkom nie en kry die idee dat die plek afgeskeep word en sy deure gaan nie lank oopbly nie.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Very disappointing and rude.

So much looking forward to the place, but was very disappointed with the dirty rooms and bedding. One also does not feel very welcome and gets the idea that the place is neglected and its doors will not stay open for long.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
View original in Afrikaans.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant 's response

Thank you for your review. However, we strongly refer to the other reviews that rated 4.5 stars. We always treat all our guest with kindness.

Mpofini Game Lodge and Restaurant
Phiwokuhle M - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Phiwokuhle M
With friends

What a great place to be.

It has a great view and their rooms are comfortable and clean.

Frik B - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Frik B
Individual traveller

Pragtige wildsplaas.

Kliëntediens was uitstekend. Uitsig vanuit die kroeg en kamer baie mooi. Sal weer by hulle bespreek.

This review is being shown in its original language.
Translate to English.

Beautiful game farm.

The customer service was excellent. The view from the bar and room is very pretty. Will book there again.

This review has been translated.
View original in Afrikaans.

Cillie P - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Cillie P
With partner

Staff was friendly.

The staff was very friendly and assistance in all our needs.

From
From R 1 300
per night, for 2 ppl
From
R 1 300
per night, for 2 ppl
Make a Booking
  • Capacity: 42 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 20:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Off the R34, Mpofini Game Lodge, Vryheid, 3100, KwaZulu-Natal
https://travelground.imgix.net/AAEAAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAA8OqBm9Qa6AUwaj2mTfDVEBH0ieC4imF0b08Nnwbcghoe2iyS1I?w=1440&h=960&fit=crop&auto=enhance,format,compress&q=80 From R1 300 per night, for 2 ppl 32 5 1 5 Off the R34 Mpofini Game Lodge 3100 KwaZulu-Natal 021 201 8900 14:00-20:00 10:00 -27.806988291818 30.847066559525
SUBSCRIBE TO GET AWESOME ACCOMMODATION SPECIALS!
SUBSCRIBE FOR AWESOME SPECIALS!