Our south african lodge

Living in luxury

Simply translated to “Hippo Manor”, our tranquil, luxury bush retreat overlooks the banks of the magnificent Olifants river in the Limpopo region of South Africa.

A Tranquil Retreat for You

When you stay at Mpfuvu Manor, it’s exclusively for you. Meaning it’s the perfect place for families,
adventurous travellers or those who want some privacy and peace. Plus we charge by the room,
giving you and your group ultimate exclusivity without the hefty price tag.

A truly unforgettable experience!

During our stay at Mpfuvu Manor we were so impressed with the attention to detail in the planning and execution of our stay and safari excursions. From the day of booking, the pre-holiday information pack, through to the travel, accommodation, food and fabulous game sightings out in the bush – everything was spot on. The whole trip exceeded our expectations in every way and was incredibly special.

Lorraine A - TRIP ADVISOR

our wild neighbours

Wildlife at every turn

Mpfuvu is Xitsonga for Hippo. We gave our guesthouse this name as we are regularly visited by these large mammals who kindly mow our lawn every day. From the comfort of our viewing terrace, you can observe an array of wildlife who enjoy the Olifants river.


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Our story

We’re a group of passionate wildlife and conservation professionals, with a mission to reconnect guests to their roots and maximise the spiritual luxury of this beautiful location. Mpfuvu Manor is the bush home of Steve, Graham and Maja (not forgetting Poddy, the dog). Along with Lista, we are the team who will look after you during your stay.