Thaba Monaté Game Lodge

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Jolanda Potgieter

· February 2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5-Star Experience at Thaba Monate Game Lodge

The reception and welcome were truly 5-star. After seeing the lodge, we were so impressed that we booked an extra two nights and ended up staying for four nights in total.

The staff are incredibly welcoming and friendly. The pools are super clean, and the small shop on the premises stocks all the basics such as firewood, drinks, and sweets, which is very convenient.

I went trail running on their trails, and what an experience it was! I came across waterfalls, dams, small rivers, a waterbuck, breathtaking views, varied terrain, and marsh areas. I would definitely recommend Thaba Monate to all hikers and trail runners.

The zipline is a great add-on and offers beautiful views of the lodge. The hanging bridge over part of the river is an experience on its own and also serves as a handy shortcut from some of the chalets to the pools.

We also did a 4x4 off-road drive—there were a few scary moments, but it’s an absolute must for off-road enthusiasts. The route takes you through a small river, over the mountain, and across rocky terrain with stunning scenic views.

The chalet we stayed in was absolutely stunning, with a modern design and beautiful décor. The kitchen was fully equipped, and the air fryer was a real bonus. We thoroughly enjoyed the braai area and sitting outside with a 180-degree view. The chalet was spotless, comfortable, and beautifully maintained.

The owners, Hannes and Max, were extremely helpful and went out of their way to make our stay comfortable. They have made great improvements to the lodge and are currently busy renovating all the cabins.

Thank you, Thaba Monate, for an amazing stay and an overall 5-star experience. We will definitely be back!

Potgieters

Tshepo Madikwane

· January 2026

Disappointing: Fridge, toilet, Wifi were not working. Reported the issue but no one showed up to fix. Braaied in the dark because they failed to switch on night lights around braai area. We had to cut our vacationing short as a result.

Lufuno Ndou

· December 2025

Thaba Monate has so much potential! The staff are super friendly, and the infrastructure is great. The adventure activities are also on point! 👍

However, our stay was marred by some major issues with the bedding. The bunk beds had bed bugs and the linen was dusty and looked like it hadn't been changed in weeks. We ended up having to share a bed because the other beds were unusable.

A thorough clean and fumigation would work wonders! With some TLC on the bedding, this place could be a real gem. 😊

Current rating: 3/5 stars (would be 5 stars with some housekeeping love)

Little Ram’s Treats

· December 2025

While the infrastructure and adventure activities were lovely, the accommodation fell short of expectations. The bunk beds were in dire need of attention - spider webs and dust made them unusable, and we ended up having to share a bed with 3 people. Unfortunately, this forced us to cut our stay short. Not a good experience at all.

To truly deliver on the experience, we strongly suggest investing in new linen, mattresses, and a thorough fumigation. Rentokill could help with the pest control. With some TLC on the bedding, this place could truly shine! 😊

Keneilwe Martha

· June 2026

We really enjoyed our weekend at thaba monate everything was perfect, will continue to come back again n again that place is so quiet guys you must go n have fun plus now they do have a game drive at an affordable price ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

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From R4,000 / month

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Rate Summary

Nightly Rate: From R350 per site ( x 4 ) R100 per extra person

Self-catering Units: From R1,490 4 sleepers or 6 sleepers chalets Our 4-sleeper self-catering chalets feature a private room with a double bed and an upper loft room with a bunk bed. Own braai area. The maximum occupancy for the 4-sleeper chalets is 4 people, with 2 adults and 2 kids being the ideal configuration. Please inform us if you want a unit with a shower or bath. Please do not move furniture. Our 6-sleeper self-catering chalets offer two private rooms, each with a double bed, as well as a loft room with two separate single beds. Own braai area. These chalets can accommodate a maximum of 6 people, with 4 adults and 2 kids being the recommended capacity. Please inform us if you want a unit with a shower or bath. Please do not move furniture. RULES: Please note that Thaba Monate Game Lodge are family orientated with small children visiting and free roaming animals; no loud noise or parties are allowed at chalets or camping areas. 1. NO LOUD MUSIC OR ANY NOISE allowed!! SOFT MUSIC THAT ONLY YOU CAN ENJOY AND NOT YOUR NEIGHBOURS! AFTER 8PM PLEASE TURN MUSIC OFF. No music is allowed at the resort from motor vehicles or private sound systems or equipment. 2. SPEED LIMIT 20KM PER HOUR we have kids, wildlife roaming free. R500 fine 3. NO OPEN FIRES ALLOWED. PLEASE PUT YOUR FIRES OUT WHEN DONE. Do not put braais on the verandas. NO FIREWORKS allowed 4. Please do not feed the animals as wild animals can be dangerous. 5. No LITTERING ALLOWED. 6. No glass bottles or alcohol allowed at swimming pool areas.

Monthly Rate: From R4,000 RULES: Please note that Thaba Monate Game Lodge are family orientated with small children visiting and free roaming animals; no loud noise or parties are allowed at chalets or camping areas. 1. NO LOUD MUSIC OR ANY NOISE allowed!! SOFT MUSIC THAT ONLY YOU CAN ENJOY AND NOT YOUR NEIGHBOURS! AFTER 8PM PLEASE TURN MUSIC OFF. No music is allowed at the resort from motor vehicles or private sound systems or equipment. 2. SPEED LIMIT 20KM PER HOUR we have kids, wildlife roaming free. R500 fine 3. NO OPEN FIRES ALLOWED. PLEASE PUT YOUR FIRES OUT WHEN DONE. Do not put braais on the verandas. R500 fine NO FIREWORKS allowed 4. Please do not feed the animals as wild animals can be dangerous. 5. No LITTERING ALLOWED. R500 fine. 6. No glass bottles or alcohol allowed at swimming pool areas.

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This campsite accepts payments via: EFT.

Key Policies

We are still busy renovating. • Chalets are undergoing phased refurbishment and modernisation. • Furniture, taps, stoves, and fixtures are being upgraded progressively. • Electrical stoves are being converted to gas stoves where applicable. Please inform us if you have difficulty walking so, we can book you in an easy access chalet if possible and if you want a shower or bath in the chalet. 2-night minimum booking. December, we have a 3-night minimum booking policy. Pet-friendly, no bigger than knee-high. Please keep on a leash- Owners' risk. Chalet’s self-catering utensils and bedding included. Please bring own towels. No housekeeping.

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03 Nov 2026

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