Mantenga Cultural Village & Nature Reserve

eSwatini (Swaziland)


These digs within the Mantenga Nature Reserve offer something different, with a cluster of offbeat bungalows, many of which overlook a river, set in lush bushland. Very 'Me Tarzan, you Jane'. With wooden furnishings and modern amenities (but no air-con), they represent a nicely judged balance between comfort, rustic charm and seclusion. Overnight guests don’t pay entry to the nature reserve.

A pleasant restaurant is within the nature reserve, set in a luxuriant rainforest.


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