Khanyisile Nkosi
Khanyisile Nkosi
After driving for almost 30 minutes from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cycad Lodge in Nelspruit, I was happy that I found the place with ease.
You could, however, easily mistake the lodge for a private residence because of the not so easy to spot signage at the entrance.
Apart from one small sign at the gate, there was no other indication that I was at the right place.
I hesitantly drove through because I was still not sure if I had arrived at my destination.
The place was silent. There were no cars and no people. It was like I had walked into someone's home.
"Maybe the people here will point me to the right direction," I said to myself as I made my way to what looked like the reception office.
A man who introduced himself as Mohammed gave me a warm greeting and welcomed me to Cycad Lodge.
So it was the right place. Mohammed's wife, Shameema, also emerged and gave me a warm smile.
After confirming my reservation, Mohammed asked what I would like to have for breakfast the next morning.
He also wanted to know if I was going to have my meal in the lapa or in my room. I chose the latter.
As I went to my room, I admired the beautiful surroundings. The terrain was spotless and the garden was immaculate. The lighting at the swimming pool gave the area a pleasant view.
My room was impressively spacious. The fully equipped kitchen for those who prefer to cook their own meals, a comfy couch and two armchairs gave the room a homely feel.
I was in the shower the next morning when I heard a gentle knock from a staff member who asked if she could bring me my breakfast.
The excellent customer service of Cycad Lodge made me feel like I was royalty, with the staff at my command.
Treated like being royalty
Khanyisile Nkosi
Khanyisile Nkosi
After driving for almost 30 minutes from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cycad Lodge in Nelspruit, I was happy that I found the place with ease.
You could, however, easily mistake the lodge for a private residence because of the not so easy to spot signage at the entrance.
Apart from one small sign at the gate, there was no other indication that I was at the right place.
I hesitantly drove through because I was still not sure if I had arrived at my destination.
The place was silent. There were no cars and no people. It was like I had walked into someone's home.
"Maybe the people here will point me to the right direction," I said to myself as I made my way to what looked like the reception office.
A man who introduced himself as Mohammed gave me a warm greeting and welcomed me to Cycad Lodge.
So it was the right place. Mohammed's wife, Shameema, also emerged and gave me a warm smile.
After confirming my reservation, Mohammed asked what I would like to have for breakfast the next morning.
He also wanted to know if I was going to have my meal in the lapa or in my room. I chose the latter.
As I went to my room, I admired the beautiful surroundings. The terrain was spotless and the garden was immaculate. The lighting at the swimming pool gave the area a pleasant view.
My room was impressively spacious. The fully equipped kitchen for those who prefer to cook their own meals, a comfy couch and two armchairs gave the room a homely feel.
I was in the shower the next morning when I heard a gentle knock from a staff member who asked if she could bring me my breakfast.
The excellent customer service of Cycad Lodge made me feel like I was royalty, with the staff at my command.