MABULA'S STYLISH MAKEOVER IS COMPLETE - MAY 2019 - Extraordinary
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MAY 2019
Mabula Game Lodge, Boma, Limpopo
Dear Travel Partners MABULA’S STYLISH MAKEOVER IS COMPLETE
With the trade show season in full
swing, and Indaba now behind us it’s The iconic Mabula Game Lodge has undergone a plush transformation to
interesting to reflect on the last ten become a luxurious, contemporary African bush escape.
years that Extraordinary has exhibited. In line with this transformation, the new look of the boma has just been
unveiled.
Certainly, a show that has gone
from strength to strength and now Over the past two years, Mabula has undergone its slow but beautiful
transformation, which has gradually repositioned the lodge at a more
exhibits such a wonderfully colourful
luxurious level. Everything from the lodge’s entrance, to the reception,
showcase of the true African spirit. lounge, rooms, boma, pool area, outdoor terrace area, curio store, spa,
I arrived at the show on the Friday conservation, restaurant and reserve projects have been given a magical
morning around 8:30 and had a restyling and the result is nothing short of miraculous.
chance to wander through the DEC
and the retail area between the two This latest project will help to position Mabula amongst the best lodges
in Southern Africa, with a modern African contemporary feel, offering an
halls. Frankly, I was amazed and super
upmarket dining experience for groups and individuals alike,
impressed by how slick the halls and
offering was. The ICC layout changes Idyllically nestled in one of South Africa’s finest game reserves, with an
with the marked aisles showing where extraordinary view of the Waterberg Mountains, Mabula Game Lodge is
our stands were completely inspired! an iconic gem situated just two hours from the bustling metropolis of
Johannesburg. This well-known and much-loved destination is one of
South Africa’s longest running game lodges, and is a favourite with both
The evening events, the fun All
local and international guests.
White Akilanga party and the
fabulous camaraderie still make
this my favorite show in the world.
Well done Indaba you still rock!
Yours in travel,
Cindy
Victoria Falls Safari Club, Zimbabwe Country Boutique Hotel A FOODIE REVOLUTION IS UNDERWAY IN VICTORIA FALLS Over the past months, Zimbabwe’s once again busy tourist destination has been undergoing something of a foodie revolution – in addition to many exciting new eateries opening their doors, several chefs with impressive international experience have brought their skills to town. Among the new chefs to descend on the tourist town is Simba Musiyiwa, Victoria Falls Safari Lodge’s executive chef, and Thomas Koke, The Boma – Dinner & Drum Show’s executive chef, who both began their roles in October. “The new menus will be playful, featuring thoughtfully sourced ingredients, so more local produce, in addition to incorporating global trends, and aiming to have a bit of something for everyone,” Chef Simba says. The Bulawayo-born, Gweru-raised chef, who is overseeing the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge’s MaKuwa-Kuwa Restaurant and the Buffalo Bar, as well as the Victoria Falls Safari Club restaurant, is passionate about the “farm to table” concept. “We are embracing the ‘farm to table’ concept, so knowing where our produce comes from, and supporting local suppliers rather than relying so heavily on South Africa. Produce is going to be carefully sourced and thoughtfully served.” Chef Simba, 37, who trained in Harare, and has worked at Four Seasons Serengeti Lodge in Tanzania, Singita Pamushana Lodge in southern Zimbabwe, and Cape Town’s Jardine Restaurant, hopes to help raise and modernise the culinary scene, not just in Victoria Falls, but in Zimbabwe. “In Zimbabwe we don’t really have our own kind of culinary identity in a way, which is sad because our neighbour My passion for cooking is not just about Victoria Falls Safari South Africa has so much going for it,” he says. “We have Lodge, it’s about opening it up for the whole country, to a three-year chefs’ trainee programme here, and after they get our food to a level where people say, Zimbabwe has finish we take a lot of the trainees into the kitchen, which is something. So that’s the passion and the dream.” good because we keep getting revitalised by this youth. My Since his arrival, new systems have been put in place in goal in being here, is really trying raise the bar on our food the kitchen, staff training has stepped up, old equipment identity in Zimbabwe.“The fact that we are getting young has been thrown out, new equipment installed, and students into the programme is exciting because I feel like renovations will soon begin to extend the pastry kitchen. we are passing on the baton.
The Boma - Dinner & Drum Show, Victoria Falls
Country Boutique Hotel
UPGRADES AT THE BOMA - DINNER & DRUM SHOW
This is a long-planned project is currently under way and will be completed
within the 3rd week of May 2109. All work will happen during the day and
The Boma Dinner and Drum Show, will operate as usual every night.
There will be some screening of one of the Cookhouses during this time but with
no impact on guests. Where necessary we will limit numbers on certain evenings
should it be necessary.
Once again, Andy, Moses and The Boma Operations team will be in close daily
oversight of this project which will deliver a bright fresh new Boma Experience.
AUTUMN PROMOTION
KHAYA NDLOVU MANOR HOUSE, HOEDSPRUIT
Located in the Rietspruit Game Reserve in the Hoedspruit area, boasting magnificent
colonial style gardens and unsurpassed views of the Drakensberg Mountains.
Offering stunning suites with bold statement and clean lines. Personalised service
ensures guests are attended to according to their individual needs.
Stay 4 nights and only pay for 3! Offer includes dinner, bed and breakfast only.
Email for booking: reservations@khayandlovu.co.za
2019 LILIZELA TOURISM AWARDS
These awards recognise and reward tourism players and businesses who work
passionately and with pride to deliver a world class product and service and
whose delivery grows South Africa’s global destination competitiveness.
This year we could not be more proud of our Field Guides, with a record
number of nominations in this year’s Lilizela Tourism Award.
Cyrano Padiachi- Mabula Game Lodge
Mashudu Tule Mutswana - Mabula Game Lodge
Louw Kanyane - Mabula Game Lodge
Liam Heighton - Mabula Game Lodge
Moneya Moeng - Mabula Game Lodge
Tiaan Muller - Safari Plains
Elias Mangwane - Safari Plains
We would like for you to cast your vote:
(Category: Tourist Guide: Culture Guide Nomination Form - Nature Guides)
https://lilizela.co.za/vote-for-your-favourite/
We wish them all the best and know they will make us proud!
Imbali Safari Lodge
Country Boutique Hotel
GLAMPING AT SAFARI PL AINS
Set in a Malaria free area against the backdrop of the magnificent Waterberg
Mountain Range in the Limpopo Province, this five-star tented lodge will
proudly welcome guests from next month. Safari Plains will offer guests an
extraordinary safari experience on 12,000 hectares of pristine land set on an
extension of the Greater Mabula Game Reserve. The experience will be one
that is strongly focused on ensuring guests are astounded with the best the
bush can offer. Just a couple hours’ drive from Gauteng, this luxurious haven
is well worth it and will draw everyone who has experienced it to return time
and time again.
Set along the winding sand pathways, each of the 20 breath-taking tented suites
commands a stunning space within the natural, indigenous bushveld.
Furnished with simplicity yet elegance, the main lodge area provides an aura of
romance through plush furnishings symbolic of African chic. The Safari Plains
team will attend to your every whim, and from delectable à la carte menus to a
bountiful wine cellar, this is the perfect accompaniment to a romantic candlelit
bush dinner. Weddings can be hosted in the heart of the reserve with every
attention to detail taken care of – from fairy lights softly twinkling in the night
sky to vibrant African entertainment.
A WINTER SAFARI AT KWAFUBESI TENTED SAFARI
Tucked away in the tree line of Mvubu plain. The luxurious en-suite tents have
been designed with African colour and are raised to maximize privacy. Venture
out on a bush walk or horseback safari. The evening’s is followed by home
cooked dinner to add to this unique ‘Out of Africa’ experience.
THE IDEAL LOCATION FOR A STARRY-EYED GETAWAY!
Contact our reservations team to book your winter safari at Kwafubesi Tented
Safari Camp on Tel: +27 (0)11 516 4367 | Email: res@extraordinary.co.za
W I N T E R C O N F E R E N C E AT T H E C A P E M I L N E R
Cradled beneath the majestic Table Mountain in Cape Town’s trendy suburb of
Tamboerskloof. This exquisite hotel offers a sophisticated and contemporary ambiance
with the highest standards in style and luxury and is renowned for excellent service.
This boutique style hotel is designed to offer complete comfort and relaxation.
24 HOUR CONFERENCE PACKAGE R1 990.00 PER SINGLE PERSON PER NIGHT
C o n t a c t E x t r a o r d i n a r y re s e r v a t i o n s t o b o o k y o u r w i n t e r c o n f e re n c e
Tel: +27 (0) 021 426 1101 | Email: confer@capemilner.com
Safari at Imbali Safari Lodge
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
AFRICA’S LEADING NATIONAL PARK 2019 NOMINATION
Recently, the Kruger National Park was nominated for a The distinct thatched peaks that peep over the tree-line and
World Travel Award for Africa’s Leading National Park 2019. flashes of burnt orange through lush Leadwood trees, signal
Here, nearly 2 million hectares of unrivaled diversity of guests’ arrival at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, set on the banks
life forms fuses with historical and archaeological sights: of the Mluwati River in the heart of the Kruger National Park.
this is real Africa. Truly the flagship of the South African
National Parks, the Kruger National Park is home to an
Sheltered in a riverine forest overlooking the seasonal
impressive number of species including 147 mammals, 114
N’watswitsontso River, Imbali Safari Lodge is built on the site
reptiles, 34 amphibians, 49 fish, 336 trees and 507 birds.
of a 400-year-old African settlement that has yielded such
evidence of an ancient culture as clay pots, bone tools, and
Spoil yourself at one of our highly acclaimed exclusive lodges
grinding stones. Continuing in the spirit in which the Kruger
situated in a private concession in the Kruger National Park.
National Park was created, Imbali acts as a sanctuary for the
Reminiscent of an Out of Africa experience, Hamiltons
bush’s creatures, great and small, and is, in fact, your
Tented Camp is a luxury lodge set amidst age-old Jackalberry
very own bush sanctuary for the duration of your special
and Sausage trees. With high wooden platforms linking six
Kruger National Park stay.
elevated tents, Hamiltons treats guests to stunning views
of the N’watswitsonto River and offers the opportunity to
enjoy spectacular wildlife and bird-life sightings.
Hamiltons Tented Camp Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge
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Email: res@extraordinary.co.za
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