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Reviews of Mpongo Private Game Reserve

• Lauise Caldwell

  4

  Reviewed: 2025-06-04

  Really enjoyed our game drive. Lots of birds to see also including a majestic crowned eaglet! They have a resident nest there. We were also treated to drinks and a snack and our guide was very knowledgeable. It is a little pricey and they do not have lion (they did previously) but they do have buffs and elephant and it's overall just enjoyable being in nature.

• Bucy Dyan

  5

  Reviewed: 2025-05-17

  I had an amazing time there. Pity l did not see many of the animals they have there, they were hiding during the game drive😭. Their food was amazing, we had a 3 course buffet😊❤️ cooked to perfection.

• Cindy vollenbroek

  5

  Reviewed: 2025-04-22

  What a wonderful Easter spread. Such a great outing. Short drive out of East London. They entertained the kids with an Easter hunt with amazing prizes. Staff were helpful and friendly.

• Marie Viljoen

  3

  Reviewed: 2025-03-27

  We were there for a conference. Im of the opinion that it is not suitable for a conference. Travelling from rooms located not at the conference room made it difficult to quickly access your room if needed. Some rooms one needs to drive with an open 4x4 vehicle to and from rooms to reception and restaurant. Some of our ladies had difficulty to get on and out of the vehicle. Once again not for conference members dressing more formal. The rooms do not have airconditioners and it was exceptionally hot. Very uncomfortable. The rooms are pretty and neat. The food was average. The breakfast was great. Very beautiful place but not for conference. The road to the Game Reserve is really, really bad. The ladies travelling there were afraid with the condition of the road and the game reserve is in a remote area. Im quite sure it is a great place to go for families and groups of men, except for the lack of airconditioners.

• tessa vernstrom

  5

  Reviewed: 2024-12-05

  Had been at the premier hotel in East London for a conference and had booked a few extra days. The Mpongo resort was able to transfer my booking to them. They provided transport to and from, and I got what I’d think is one of the nicest suites or a private chalet by the river with lounge room and big king size bed and 180 deg pano windows. Meals were good. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Chantal the ranger was great and knowledgeable. And animals would come up right in the back patio or front door. Thanks for the great stay