Mansfield Game Reserve

Destination

Eastern Cape

Experience the natural beauty of the Eastern Cape Bushveld at Mansfield Game Reserve. This exclusive reserve is set along the Kowie River, in the heart of the Sunshine Coast. Located a mere 6km outside of Port Alfred on the Bathurst Road by vehicle or come by boat 11km up the Kowie River. With a variety of accommodation options available; from elegant lodging to rustic camping/caravan (each with breathtaking views). You can expect an exceptional level of comfort, rest and relaxation at this unique reserve during your stay. Mansfield Reserve offers a wide range of activities and facilities available for all to enjoy, be it at our black rock riverside seasonal restaurant, kid's play park (Jungle Gym, Trampoline, Rock Pool, Sandpit, Old Land Rover), as well as picnic and braai (barbeque) facilities, this is the perfect place to spend the day with family and friends! In addition the reserve also offers birdwatching, picnicking, fishing, canoeing, a picturesque game drive on our open game viewing vehicles ensuring a most memorable game viewing experience. Walking and hiking trails abound through the reserve; view the abundant range of wildlife and birdlife that would satisfy any nature lover. Relish the pleasant and safe encounters with our game, from Zebra, Wildebeest, Impala, Blesbuck, Bushbuck, Nyala, Eland, Waterbuck, Duiker and Monkeys as well as a friendly giraffe called Gambit that will let you get up-close.Enjoy the warm hospitality that Mansfield has to offer with their open hearted and hands-on style. Mansfield Reserve is a unique destination!

Mansfield Game Reserve Amenities

CAMPING / CARAVAN SITES 8 Sites available Hot showers and flush toilets available Braai facilities available [Braai wood for sale] Generator power available at an hourly rate, on request Self-Catering PLATFORMS 3 platforms [each sleeps up to 10 persons] Beds & mattresses provided Gas geyser, shower, basin, and flush toilet. Braai facilities available [Braai wood for sale] No electricity Generator power available at an hourly rate, on request Self-Catering EAGLES NEST Log Cabin [sleeps up to 4 persons] Breathtaking views Open plan Solar panels provide lighting Paraffin lamps Small gas fridge and small gas stove, Donkey to warm water Self-Catering LODGE Farm House [sleeps up to 6/7 persons] 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms [2 en- suite] Large fully equipped kitchen TV [selected DSTV channels] Pool 2 braai areas and a bon fire pit Self-Catering

Area Attractions

RIVER WILD SAFARI A leisure boat trip from the Halyards Hotel up the Kowie River [11 km] to Mansfield Reserve, lavish game drive, buffet lunch at our Black Rock Restaurant, then a leisure boat trip back to the Halyards Hotel! SURVIVOR BRAAI A leisure boat trip from the Halyards Hotel up the Kowie River [11 km] to Mansfield Reserve, buffet lunch at our Black Rock Restaurant, then a leisure boat trip back to the Halyards Hotel! GAME DRIVES We offer game drives on open game viewing vehicles that will ensure the most memorable game viewing. WALKING TRAILS AND HIKES The focus of Mansfield Lodge is relaxed and informal and we invite you to discover Mother Nature at her finest. Walking trails and hikes abound through the grassland and wooded valleys, follow animal routes and learn to identify the various spoor (animal footprints), trees and plants and enjoy pleasant, safe encounters with our game (no predator or dangerous game has been allowed). KID'S PLAY PARK AND PICNIC / BRAAI AREAS We have a wonderful kids play park and picnic facilities, with braai (barbeque) areas. We also have wood & braai packs available for sale. Activities in the play park: Jungle gym Trampoline New Rock Pool Sandpit Old Land Rover Jumping castle BLACK ROCK RESTAURANT Black Rock our distinctive riverside restaurant is open during the season for light meals and drinks, whether you are wanting to relax after a game drive or looking for somewhere to dock after a trip up the Kowie River. The restaurant is also available for wedding, corporate, yearend functions & birthday parties.