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A unique African experience, is situated in
Mpumalanga where the last remnant of the Great Rift
Valley forms the Escarpment, separating the High-
and Lowveld with their dramatically different
climates, flora and fauna.
Dawson’s lies at the transition of these two
regions, where Highveld Blesbuck meet Lowveld
Impala, with dramatic mountain backdrops forming
perennial streams and waterfalls that is the Komati
River. Explore at you leisure over 2000 hectares of
wide open grasslands and bushveld, teeming with
herds of antelope.
We accommodate sixteen guests in eight rooms, all of
our facilities are of the highest standard, so that
a stay with us is more like a country house party of
yesteryear. For the mature and more thoughtful guest
to relax and contemplate the qualities of life, that
here, make a truly splendid place.
ACCOMMODATION
At Dawsons Game and Trout Lodge we offer exclusive
accommodation in eight beautifully appointed rooms
that have been individually decorated to create a
rich colonial African ambiance without compromising
on luxury. Each room offers full en-suite bathrooms
with an elegant bath, spacious shower and heated
towel rails. On those cold winter nights, guests can
also relax in the warming glow of their own personal
in-room fireplaces.
DINING
Marvel at our chef’s innovative talent while you sit
back and soak up the atmosphere, savouring the taste
and aroma of cuisine in its most exquisite form.
Breakfast and lunch can be served either in the
privacy of your own room, on the patio or enjoyed in
our dining room.
For a romantic lunch, our chef will prepare a
sumptuous picnic basket that can accompany you on a
self-drive outing to any secluded point on the
reserve. Finally, for a truly African experience,
dinner can be taken in our traditional African-style
boma, around an open log fire.
CONFERENCES & WEDDINGS
Dawsons Game & Trout Lodge offers 2 Conference
Venues each offering boardroom seating for 12
delegates, cinema 30, u-shape 15 and schoolroom
seating for 20. We specialise in intimate weddings
and exclusive functions.
Dandy-Line Spa
Dawsons Game and Trout Lodge now offer their guests
spa treatments that focus specifically on de-toxification
and de-stressing in an inspiring environment.
Stiglingh, a renowned therapist whose treatments
embody her “All natural, all hands on” approach.
Lengthy treatments beside the fireplace in the
privacy and warmth of a guests cottage or outside on
the grassland plains under the aloe trees, are
filled with scents of peppermint, ginger, camphor,
lemon verbena, coffee and vanilla.
ACTIVITIES
Guests have full access to a variety of activities
while staying at Dawsons Game and Trout Lodge. These
include guided game drives and walks, trout and bass
fishing, bird viewing, horse riding, scenic hikes or
just simply relax around our pool area and soak up
the magnificent sunshine and views.
Bass and Trout Fishing:
While away the hours doing what comes naturally from
our well-stocked waters or let us offer you expert
tuition.
Bird Watching:
The area hosts a unique combination of bird species
such as Knysna Lourie, Malachite Hum bird, Olive
Bush-Shrike, Trumpeter Hornbill and many more
occasional visitors and seasonal migrants. Spending
a few hours in our corner of paradise accompanied by
a professional field guide will offer constant
excitement and photographic opportunities.
Hikes and Walks:
Revitalise your spirits with a short guided or free
walking day - walk along 100-year-old water canals
to a spectacular waterfall overlooking the valley.
Horse Riding:
For the adventurous there can be no better way of
getting up close and personal to our wildlife.
Game viewing:
Early morning and late afternoon guided game drives
will thrill you across wide-open grasslands and
through dense bushveld. Experience the unique
behavioural patterns of our myriad of wild
indigenous game species whilst enjoying your
favourite sundowner.
Sightseeing:
Dawsons Game and Trout Lodge, is situated in
Mpumalanga (meaning “the rising sun”) which is well
known for its spectacular scenery, wild life and
historical interest. Exciting day drives can be
taken to nearby Barberton, Pilgrims Rest (Discovery
of Gold - Gold Rush), Graskop, Sabie and Swaziland,
as well as the Kruger National Park.
ACCREDITATIONS
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