Serenity Mountain And Forest Lodge - Your Stay in Malalane

The lodge offers suites with lake, river, or forest views. Downstairs and upstairs suites are spacious, each with a private deck, kitchenette, bar fridge, tea/coffee facilities, and an electric blanket. Some rooms have no air conditioning, only a fan. The Family Suite includes a steep loft staircase and an open-plan en-suite bathroom. All rooms are spotlessly clean and include free WiFi.

The restaurant serves breakfast and a limited dinner menu with two choices for starter, main, and dessert. Dinner costs R250 for the main course; starters and desserts are extra. Chefs Meshack and Portia prepare dishes like bobotie spring rolls, springbok carpaccio, and caramel cheesecake. Vegetarian options are available on request. Packed breakfasts are provided for early outings, and picnic baskets with fruit, cold meats, and sparkling wine can be ordered.

The outdoor swimming pool has a pool view, shallow end, and sun loungers. The spa offers hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and foot massages. A 6 km hiking trail runs through streams and up the mountain - wear good shoes and bring water. Guests can book game drives, forest picnics, and tours of local culture. Birdlife includes many species, and giraffes and buck are often seen on the property.

Serenity Mountain and Forest Lodge is 12 km outside Malelane, on the edge of Kruger National Park. The last 16 km are a gravel road that takes about 40 minutes - a high-clearance vehicle (SUV or bakkie) is strongly recommended. There is no cellphone reception, but free WiFi is available in rooms and at the restaurant. The Malelane Kruger Gate is a 10-minute drive from the main road.

Services include airport shuttle, free parking, daily housekeeping, ironing service, and packed lunches. The shuttle covers both pick-up and drop-off. Staff are friendly and helpful - Themba, Thato, and Tumelo are frequently praised. The lodge provides safety deposit boxes, key access, and an outdoor fireplace. Guests must call a number to enter the property; WhatsApp contact is recommended due to limited reception.