Serenity Forest Eco Reserve - Kruger National Park Area

Serenity Forest Eco Reserve is situated in a valley surrounded by mountains, 12km outside the town of Malelane, 19km from the famous "Kruger National Park", Malelane gate, in the province of MPUMALANGA - 'Place of the rising sun".

Serenity is in close proximity to Swaziland (Matsamo border gate) only 40minutes away and Maputo, Mozambique only 90minutes away. Serenity is situated approximately 250meters higher in altitude than the Kruger National Park and therefore allows for a more friendly temperature throughout the year, a temperature difference of between 3 and 5 degrees less on any given day.

Serenity is situated in a very unique bio-divers eco system, a combination of Kwa Zulu Natal and Mpumalanga. Some of the forest trees date back to more than a 1000years old and with that comes an abundance of bird species, rare butterflies, tree orchards, dragon flies and natural roaming game which are found in this reserve. Several ecological research studies are being conducted in the forests of Serenity due to its absolute virgin state.

The mountains surrounding Serenity give birth to the BUFFALO RIVER which meanders through virgin forests and into the CROCODILE RIVER near Malelane which is the source of water supply to many people in the area. This crystal clear mountain stream flows steadily throughout the year.

The indigenous canopy forest covers nearly 500hectares of the approximate 1300hectares, with the remaining property covered in lush grasslands and rolling mountainous areas, supplying ample feed for the variety of wildlife, NAMELY: Zebras, Eland, Wildebeest, Kudu, Impala, Mountain Reedbuck, Bushbuck, Red & Grey Duiker and several troops of baboons and Vervet monkeys.

Serenity promotes the AFRICAN culture through the awakening of all your senses with: unique African gourmet cuisine, the smell of giant forest trees, the soothing sound of the cascading water that flows through the lodge, the endless different shades of green that surround you which gives rise to mystical forest tales and the SWAZI BEEHIVE style of architecture to complete the texture of your experience.

It is a paradise for the discerning nature lover, truly
"……It's where your imaginations takes you…….!"

Activities and Excursions At Serenity:

1. 3 demarcated walking trails through beautiful forests, cascading waterfalls and breathtaking views.
2. Natural reflexology walk in the stream.
3. A bird watchers paradise, which includes the illusive NARINA TROGANS who breed every year at Serenity.
4. Spectacular sunset trips to the top of the mountain with views overlooking Swaziland, Mozambique and the Kruger National Park.
5. Game viewing on foot.
6. Private Romantic picnics arranged in the forest on a secluded deck with hammocks to relax on. (to be booked)
7. DSTV in bar area.
8. Swimming pool or immerse yourself in the many cascading waterfalls.
9. Beauty treatments available in the privacy of your own deck - to be arranged and pre-booked.
10. Explore our haven of butterflies and trees that are more than a thousand years old.
11. TRANFERS: KMIA (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport) to Lodge return -
    to be arranged and pre-booked.

Places To Explore (Self Drive):

1. GOLFING: (30minutes to 1hour away) Nkomazi area boosts some of the best golf courses in South Africa, in close proximity to Serenity.
2. CASTERBRIDGE FARM: (1 hour away) shopping of a difference in the Lowveld area, where everything is hand crafted from the locals: garments, jewellery, restaurants, theatre and entertainment.
3. ELEPHANT BACK SAFARIS: (40 minutes away) - to be arranged & pre-booked.
4. BALLOON SAFARIS: (40 minutes away) - to be arranged & pre-booked.
5. MATSAMO SWAZI CULTURAL VILLAGE: (45 minutes away).
6. MICROLIGHT SAFARIS: (40 minutes away) - to be arranged & pre-booked.
   The ultimate aerial experience of a 30 minute flight over the Crocodile River - the natural border of the Kruger National Park.

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