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Introduction to Pongola Game Reserve Few exclusive yet affordable private getaways combine the scenic variety of bushveld, mountains, major water bodies and a range of leisure activities that make the best of all the natural features. This combination, an abundance of space and the results of a "light footprint" development philosophy are key ingredients of the special experience offered by Pongola Game Reserve, Pongola Game Reserve in northern KwaZulu Natal. The reserve extends over part of the original area that, in 1894, was declared the Pongola Game Reserve by Paul Kruger, President of the old Transvaal Republic. The original reserve has since been re-proclaimed, in part, as the Phongolo Nature Reserve, which is the present Pongola Game Reserve's immediate neighbour. The business is owned and managed by the Landman family whose ancestors arrived in the Cape in 1744. The Pongola River, broad and perennial, meanders through the centre of the reserve before entering the man-made 13 276-hectare lake. It provides a leisure environment unique for a South African bushveld destination. Safari cruises, canoe adventures, birding and tiger fishing are among the main activities. The area is home to many typical plains game species, four of the Big Five (excluding lion), Hippopotamus and crocodile. It is also a birding "hotspot". Over 350 species have so far been recorded here. One can also enjoy the experience of tracking rhino on foot. Please take your time and enjoy your visit to our blog and please feel free to make a booking enquiry if you are interested in visiting the Pongola Game Reserve. The reserve is 450km from Johannesburg and 350km from Durban.

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A special sunset

Seeing a sunset in the African Wild is always special. But being in the presence of these magnificent creatures makes it unforgettable.

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Picture taken during a boat cruise on the Pongola River by Christian Sperka

Author Pongola Game ReservePosted on December 17, 2015Format ImageCategories Pongola Game Reserve, Wildlife SightingsTags KwaZulu Natal, Pongola, Pongola Game Reserve, Rhino, South Africa, White Rhino, WildlifeLeave a comment on A special sunset

Sunset Sighting

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What a beautiful sunset sighting!

Picture by Christian Sperka Photography

 

 

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