Wildlife Community Seasons Rates FAQs 360 Virtual Gallery Chalets and Suites Interiors Living Spaces Cuisine Bush Banquets Conferences Bongani has 20 chalets, nine suites and one Presidential suite. The rooms are spread out across the mountain ridge and surrounded by impressive outcrops of granite. All the chalets and suites have a verandah and en suite bathroom with air-conditioning and ceiling fans.
Suites are ideal for families with small children as there are sleeper couches in the lounge area.
The name is inspired by Nelson Mandela who favours the lodge as a holiday retreat. Madiba is Mr Mandela's clan name, and the name by which he is affectionately known throughout South Africa. Bongani Mountain Lodge is a subtle balance between timber, thatch and striking coloured fabrics. The design emphasis is on modern elements interspersed with decorative African motifs. The furniture is a funky, eclectic mixture of traditional ethnic design and Afro-chic.