Set against a backdrop of mountains and forests, holy lakes and sacred ruins in Makhado environs in Limpopo province, Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge welcomes you to the Heart of ancient Venda and promises to restore your natural rhythm. On a natural peninsula in 30 hectares of natural vegetation, Shiluvari’s sweeping views of the Albasini dam and Luonde mountains are the perfect base from which to explore this ‘Land of Legend’. The main Lodge, once the old farmhouse, houses the award-winning Wood-Owl country restaurant, the Hog & Hound bar and fireplace, “Textures” an art outlet and wrap-around terrace for alfresco dining, and reception area.
On-site facilities also include the Lakeside swimming pool, as well as the motorised raft, ‘the Savannah’ for sunset cruises along the Luvuvhu River. Shiluvari is situated along the banks of the Albasini dam, and close to the bustling little town of Elim, 23 km east of Louis Trichardt is set in the midst of a rich heritage of Venda and Shangaan culture, and showcases the Open Africa Ribolla Arts Route of which the world-renowned Venda “big five’ artists can be found. Excellent birding on-site includes 8 different heron species including the black-crowned night heron and white backed night heron. African finfoot and the osprey (in summer months) are commonly seen on the Dam, buff spotted flufftailis heard. Specialised birding guided trips into Afro-temperate Forest, Lowveld Riverine Forest and Miombo Woodland are offered.
Children welcome | Massages | Secure parking
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