Travel & Accommodations
We have you covered!
Traveling abroad can be stressful, so we are here to help! We've reserved a room block at Mongena Private Game Lodge, where all the wedding fun will happen. For guests planning to arrive a few days early, we'll also have a room block at the Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Pretoria Menlyn. We recommend staying there if you're coming in earlier than March 19th, 2026 — it's in a safe area, close to lots of great restaurants, and a perfect spot to relax before heading out to the lodge.
There are also plenty of other awesome places to stay nearby if you want to explore different options. Whether you're joining us for the full safari experience or planning to do a little extra adventuring, we can't wait to share this amazing trip with you!
When to Arrive
Guests are welcome to begin arriving at Mongena Private Game Lodge as early as Thursday, March 19, 2026. To make travel simple, shuttle service will be provided from OR Tambo International Airport directly to the lodge.
We recommend planning your arrival in South Africa no later than the 19th if you’d like to join in on all the wedding festivities. Our Bush Braai is Friday evening, and the wedding celebration is on Saturday, so arriving by Thursday gives you plenty of time to settle in and enjoy. We do, however, recommend avoiding travel into downtown Johannesburg, as it is less safe compared to the surrounding areas.
Accommodations for The Wedding
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Protea Fire & Ice! Menlyn
Arrival before March 18, 2026
We recommend staying at the Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Pretoria Menlyn. It’s next to Menlyn Mall. The hotel’s in a safe, lively area with a fun, modern vibe — it’s a great spot to relax, and settle in before the wedding.
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Mongena Game Lodge
March 19,2026 - March 23, 2026
We’ve reserved the entire Mongena Private Game Lodge for our wedding weekend. This stunning private reserve offers an unforgettable safari experience with all members of the Big Five. To book your stay, please use the link below.
Cape Town Travel & Accommodations
On the morning of March 23, 2026, we’ll be departing together from Mongena Private Game Lodge and heading straight to OR Tambo International Airport for our flights to Cape Town. We kindly request that all Cape Town flights be booked to arrive no later than 12:00 PM on March 23rd, so everyone can join in on the scheduled activities that afternoon. We’ll be in Cape Town until March 26th, and you can find all the details about hotels, itineraries, and activities on our “Buddymoon” page.
