The Mantis Collection

Award-Winning Safari Lodges and Nature Reserves In South Africa

Mantis is a group of five star boutique accommodation and game reserves in South Africa. Each is unique and distinct from the next, however all of the properties are elegant, stylish, luxurious and set in beautiful surroundings..

The Mantis CollectionFounded in 2000, Mantis has won many accolades and honours including The World Travel Awards for the Leading Conservation Company and Leading Safari and Game Reserve, the British Airways Tourism for Tomorrow Award, and a place in the Harpers and Queen 100 Best Places to visit ...as well as a further 25 further local and international awards.

Whilst jewel in the crown is undoubedly the Shamwari Game Reserve near Port Elizabeth, Mantis also operates lodges in the world famous Kruger National Park, as well two lodges in the Sanbona Wildlife Reserve in the Klein Karoo near Montagu.

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Tilney Manor, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Tilney Manor Nature Reserve

Tilney Manor has 6 luxuriously appointed rooms, and this exclusivity ensures that guests can experience personal service and world-class cuisine in an atmosphere of privacy and tranquillity. Cape Georgian decor draws on the natural colours of the surrounding stone and vegetation, with subtle touches of San culture influencing the design throughout the guest rooms and conference facility.


Children Welcome - Special kids programme available

Gondwana Family Lodge, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Gondwana Family Lodge Nature Reserve

Gondwana Lodge offers endless views over the plains of Bellair Dam and onto Anysberg mountains. Children of all ages will are entertained with the exciting “Kids on Safari” programme, All the en-suite rooms / suites have indoor showers, private mini bars, private patio / balcony, underfloor heating, air-conditioning or comfort cooling / heating, international dial telephone, and tea / coffee making facilities.


Long Lee Manor, Shamwari Game Reserve (via 2nd Gate)

Long Lee Manor Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:5.0

The 15 elegant en-suite bedrooms and suites all have air-conditioning and underfloor heating. Sumptuously prepared meals are enjoyed in the main dining room or around the open blazing fire at the Barn.


Children Welcome - Special kids programme available

Riverdene Lodge, Shamwari Game Reserve (via 1st Gate)

Riverdene Lodge Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:4.4

Each of the 9 twin-bedded rooms are fully air-conditioned, and have a television and telephone, and a small lounge area. Private balconies from each room leads onto the beautifully landscaped gardens.


Children Welcome

Little Jock, Jock Concession

Little Jock Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:5.0

The luxurious suites offer all the comforts and amenities one can expect from a 5* private lodge. Guests can relax in the comfort of the central lounge designed with large bay windows and enjoy both al fresco and indoor dining facilities, while your chef conjures up traditional dishes inspired by the natural surrounds.


Children Welcome

Jock Safari Lodge, Jock Concession

Jock Safari Lodge Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:3.8

Twelve luxury air-conditioned suites offer guests the unique opportunity to experience the gracious style of old world elegance surrounded by unspoilt wilderness. Each suite has a private sala (outdoor lounge) that overlooks the river.


Children Welcome

Sarili Lodge, Shamwari Game Reserve (via 1st Gate)

Sarili Lodge Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:3.8

Sarili Lodge has 5 en-suite rooms in total - 2 luxury rooms with a balcony, 2 that open out onto a patio, and a suite. All the rooms have air-conditioning and a private minibar, as well as tea and coffee making facilities.


Dwyka Tented Lodge, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Dwyka Tented Lodge Nature Reserve

   Average guest rating:5.0

The 9 luxurious and secluded tents at Dwyka Tented Lodge exude an atmosphere of pioneering adventure in this vast landscape. All tents have indoor and outdoor showers, private mini bars, private plunge pools and decks, and underfloor heating.


Bayethe Lodge, Shamwari Game Reserve (via Kwantu Gate)

Bayethe Lodge Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:4.7

Pronounced 'By-ye-ti', the Bayethe Lodge offers the ultimate in luxury, tented accommodation. Each of the 12 twin-bedded air-conditioned suites are camouflaged under trees allowing ample privacy, and have an en-suite bathroom, under-floor heating, outdoor shower, and viewing deck.


Lobengula Lodge, Shamwari Game Reserve (via Shamwari Gate)

Lobengula Lodge Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:5.0

All 5 Junior suites at Lobengula Lodge are en-suite, with air-conditioning and under-floor heating, whilst the Chief suite boasts a large private lounge with fireplace and pool. There is also a small gym and steam bath, and the spa offers a wide range of indulgent treatments.



 

 

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