Mashovhela Lodge Head Office:
Postal address: 67 Haymeadow Crescent, Faerie Glen, 0081, South Africa
Tel: +27 (0) 12 991 6930
Mobile: +27 (0) 79 602 5482
Fax: +27 (0) 86 624 2220
E-mail: [email protected]
www.mashovhela.com
Four Day Tour: Venda Culture and Soutpansberg Splendour
Visiting Venda, situated in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, is a truly captivating experience
filled with mystical forests, sacred lakes, water spirits, stunning scenery and world famous crafts. The
Venda culture is steeped in the spirit world and finds expression in their woodcarvings, pottery and the
decoration of their buildings.
Tour details
Day1:
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Check-in at Mashovhela Lodge early afternoon
Stretch your legs on a short walk including a baobab and waterfall
The evening is full of the sound of drumming and traditional song as local Venda dancers
entertain you with an array of different Venda cultural dances to honour the chef for the
creative and delicious dinner about to be served.
Day 2:
 After breakfast your day of discovering the Venda culture begins
 Visiting the Dzata Ruins and Museum, the Venda legends and interesting history of this very
proud and colourful African tribe is brought to life by the relaying of actual stories and
legends linked to the artefacts displayed there.
 Stopping at mountain viewpoint offers breathtaking views of scenic beauty of Venda and the
Soutpansberg and Tshivhase Tea Plantation.
 Venturing further into Venda we visit Lake Fundudzi which is probably the most sacred site in
Venda culture. It has always been related to the spirit world with a legendary large white
python God living below the surface of the water and sometimes you can hear the Tshikona
sing, although no one appears to be present. It is the home of the mythical python and white
crocodile.
 Surrounding Lake Fundudzi is the Thathe Vondo forest, the 'Holy Forest', with ancient trees
and mountain ferns where all the great Venda Kings are said to be buried. Hence it is believed
to be so full of spirits that few Venda people venture into it, but we do.
 The Tshatshingo Potholes are a must see, here the waters of the Mutale River fall into a
naturally formed pothole and disappear for some distance before reappearing and continuing
on its course. In this beautiful natural setting with waterfalls, river streams and forests we
enjoy a picnic lunch is enjoyed.
 To get an insight into the life of Venda people and their culture we are welcomed at a Vendakraal.
 A memorable dinner is served at Drumbeat Restaurant at Mashovhela Lodge
Fantique cc trading as Mashovhela™ Lodge, Morning Sun Nature Reserve™ and Drumbeat™ Restaurant / Cocktail Bar
Members: Dr. H. H. Hahn; I. R. Hahn · Reg. Number CK 1987/019613/27
Mashovhela Lodge Head Office:
Postal address: 67 Haymeadow Crescent, Faerie Glen, 0081, South Africa
Tel: +27 (0) 12 991 6930
Mobile: +27 (0) 79 602 5482
Fax: +27 (0) 86 624 2220
E-mail: [email protected]
www.mashovhela.com
Day 3:
 After breakfast we head over the Soutpansberg Mountains on the 4x4 'Mamba's pass' which
presents breathtaking scenery, and the opportunity to see remote Venda life.
 Mangwela Camp is an ideal place to enjoy a picnic lunch as it is a scenically beautiful area
with 7 different waterfalls.
 With a circumference of 43 meters and its branches covering an area of half a football field,
the Big Tree, the world’s oldest and largest Baobab tree, estimated at 3000 years and is our
next stop.
 To heal any ailments you might have we visit the 'holy tree'. Well Venda legend has it, that
after touching the tree all diseases will be cured.
 Dinner is served at Mashovhela Lodge around a fire (weather permitting)
Day 4:
 After breakfast a morning walk to the large waterfall on our Morning Sun Reserve, allows you
to take in the beauty of indigenous forests, rock pools and streams whilst being informed
about the nature surrounding you. The walk also which includes a visit to Mashovhela rock
pool, the second most sacred site in Venda Culture.
 After lunch is check-out and departure from Mashovhela Lodge.
Includes:
 3 nights accommodation at Mashovhela Lodge
 All activities as per tour details
 All meals
 All entrance fees
Excludes:
 All other beverages
 Gratuities
 A conservancy fee of R30 per adult and R15 per child under 12.
PRICES:
Valid until 30 April 2012
Adults: Per person sharing
Adults: Per person single
Children: under 12
1 May 2012 - 30 April 2013
Adults: Per person sharing
Adults: Per person single
Children: under 12
Standard Chalets
R 5,950.00
R 7,735.00
R 2,975.00
Economy Chalets
R 5,100.00
R 6,630.00
R 1,485.00
R 6,545.00
R 8,505.00
R 3,270.00
R 5,610.00
R 7,295.00
R 2,805.00
Fantique cc trading as Mashovhela™ Lodge, Morning Sun Nature Reserve™ and Drumbeat™ Restaurant / Cocktail Bar
Members: Dr. H. H. Hahn; I. R. Hahn · Reg. Number CK 1987/019613/27