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Safari Destination near Johannesburg

Wondering where to find the best location for a quick Johannesburg safari? Look no further than Mziki Safari Lodge. Mziki Lodge offers the perfect safari experience with its diverse wildlife, exciting activities, and comfortable accommodations.

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Why Choose Mziki Safari Lodge

Situated in the enchanting Mziki Private Game Reserve, Mziki Lodge presents an exquisite blend of mother nature’s beauty and animals in their natural habitats.

Whether you’re looking for a thrill, a relaxing day in nature, or an opportunity for your kids to learn more about the environment, We offer exciting activities for everyone. Mziki Safari Lodge provides a fresh, affordable haven for eco-travellers seeking an authentic encounter with the African bush.

 

  • Proximity - Nestled beneath the shady Karrees in the heart of Mziki Private Game Reserve, a short drive from OR Tambo International Airport, the reserve is home to an easily accessible and fulfilling Johannesburg safari lodge. It’s near the city, but at the same time away from the city.
  • Malaria-Free Reserve - Mziki Game Reserve is a malaria-free zone. You can stop looking for game lodges near Johannesburg and enjoy your stay at Mziki without worrying about catching malaria whilst on safari.
  • Abundant Wildlife - Mziki is a private game park near Johannesburg providing the opportunity for you to safely bond with the fantastic Big 5. The reserve's habitat supports a highly-diverse assortment of wild animals and birds.
  • A Variety of Activities - Mziki offers multiple activities for you to experience the bush. You can enjoy game drives twice-daily, go on guided walks, go birdwatching, stargazing, and pampering spa treatments.
  • Luxurious Accommodation - Mziki's offers spacious, luxurious safari accommodation. Johannesburg is just two hours away and residents or visitors can enjoy a comfortable and vibrant safari getaway. If you’re looking for divine relaxation, the lodge provides the ideal setting to unwind and bask in the African wilderness. Mziki Lodge offers a range of options, from traditional thatched chalets to luxury tents, all designed to blend harmoniously with the natural surroundings. Each accommodation option is equipped with modern amenities, including en-suite bathrooms, private decks, and stunning views of the reserve.
  • Family Friendly Safari - Perfect for families, providing a range of engaging activities for children of all ages, Mziki Safari Lodge offers a genuine home-away-from-home. Enjoy an individualistic bush experience combined with charming South African hospitality.
  • Seclusion - Looking for a refreshing private game reserve near Johannesburg? Mziki offers the ideal environment for an intimate, exclusive safari experience away from crowds.

Mziki Accommodation

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Garden Chalets

  • 3
  • 2

Rondavels

  • 2
  • 2

Main Lodge Rooms

  • 2
  • 2

Family Suites

  • 3
  • 4

Mziki Private Game Reserve

Mziki Safari Lodge is in the heart of the Mziki Private Game Reserve, a 6000 hectare diverse ecosystem with a wide range of wildlife. For residents and visitors looking for a top-rated game lodges near Johannesburg, Mziki Private Game Reserve offers multiple amusements, including:

  • Diverse Habitats – Mziki Safari Lodge offers a diverse wildlife experience, with the chance to observe the iconic “Big Five” animals, various herbivores, and an abundance of bird species. You’re promised an unforgettable experience.
  • Most of the Big 5 – Lucky visitors may see a majority of the Big 5, including leopards, elephants, buffalos, and rhinos (except for lions). Regardless, you cannot go through Mziki without spotting the mighty species that call Mziki home.
  • Birdwatching – Considered a top 3 bird viewing site in the country, Mziki private reserve has several hundreds of bird species. Some of the highlights include colourful bee-eaters, lilac-breasted rollers, and giant kingfishers.
 

Visit Mziki Lodge to enjoy a holistic safari experience. The lodge itself is a masterpiece of comfort and luxury, providing a serene haven after a day of exhilarating safari activities. Mziki ensures that your retreat is as comfortable as it is adventurous.

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Volleyball

Archery

Birding

Barge cruises

Junior Ranger Course
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Directions to Mziki from Johannesburg

Mziki provides an exclusive opportunity for the Johannesburg community, including visitors, to visit a game reserve close by. You can either drive yourself down here or arrange for transport from Johannesburg to the lodge.

Detailed directions for people driving from Joburg:

  • Follow the R512 past Lanseria Airport towards Hartbeespoort.
  • Follow the winding road past the lion park and turn left at the T-junction.
  • Proceed towards the N4 highway.
  • Join the N4 and proceed for a few kilometres.
  • Turn to the right on the R556 Sun City off-ramp.
  • Drive for about 40 kilometres on the R556.
  • Turn onto the D1344 at the 5th stop street.
  • Proceed for 20 kilometres until you can see a hill and a water reservoir.
  • Turn into the dirt road at the foot of the hill and drive through the open gate until you reach a closed gate with the Mziki Safari Lodge signpost.
  • Call the lodge phone number on the gate to access the reserve (network connection could be poor at times so try WhatsApp calling if anything.)
  • Once open, proceed down the main sand road until the road forks. Take the fork to the right and proceed to the front of the lodge’s reception area.

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Mziki Safari Lodge

If you’re looking for an immersive safari near Johannesburg, Mziki Safari Lodge is the perfect choice. With its close proximity, diverse wildlife, exciting activities, exceptional animal sightings, indulgent relaxation and comfortable accommodations, Mziki Lodge offers everything you need for an unforgettable adventure.

Contact us to start planning your Mziki safari today. Our travel experts are waiting to tailor the perfect itinerary just for you.

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