Accommodation

Traditional Rustic Shangaan units are built from wood and thatch, with shadecloth windows. Units have two single beds and option for an additional mattress on the floor. There is a rustic en-suit bathroom with shower, hot & cold water, basin & flush toilet. Linen & towels are provided as well as mosquito nets.

Camping or Overlander sites. Campers have access to communal ablutions with hot water available and facilities to make fires for outdoor cooking / braais. There are no power points available on the stands.

Houseboats on the Massingir Dam are available for overnight accommodation, and to tour the Dam. Built by Lightleys of Knysna, these boats are fully furnished, and ideal for a self-catering holiday. Further details can be found here.

Communal facilities

Meals:  Meals are available by prior arrangement - please confirm requirements at the time of booking your accommodation.  Local cuisine is offered:

• Dinner:  R80 per person - For example: Chicken or fish dish.
  Lunch: R60 per person - For example: Chicken or fish prego.
  Breakfast: R40 per person - For example: Coffee/Tea, eggs, bread, jams.

Beverages:  Bottled water available for sale, with a limited range of local soft drinks, spirits & mixers, local beer and wine. Refrigeration facilities are limited so ice is not always available.

Water.  Guests are encouraged to use water sparingly. Limited facilities are available for hand-washing of clothing.

Power:  Power supplied by a 220V generator, which operates from18h00 to 22h00 daily.

Fishing licenses: INAMAR Fishing licenses can be bought at Covane for 50Mt per day. Own boats must alos be licensed. Those can only be purchased at INAMAR offices in Massingir.

Future developments

See our Blog for details of future developments at Covane Fishing & Safari Lodge.