Weddings in the untamed wilderness

Jock Safari Lodge is set in an untamed wilderness which makes it the perfect location for a romantic African Wedding. At Jock we arrange wedding package to suit your individual needs.

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Accommodation
Our 12 Luxurious Suites are designed to give a sense of being alone in, and integrated with, the surrounding unspoiled African Bush. All suites are elegantly furnished with attention paid to the little comforts that make any Mantis property memorable. The suites are all named after places of interest in the tale of “Jock of the Bushveld”. Linked to the main lodge by meandering walkways, the suites boast private plunge pools, and furnishings reflecting the region’s distinctive mix of Zulu, Shangaan and colonial cultures.

Venues
Different venues available, depending on the size of the Wedding Party.

Menu
Menus can be personalized for your requirements if the entire lodge is booked. (Please advise of any dietary requirements in advance). The chef and his dedicated team conjure up dishes inspired by this unique location, as well as all of the influences that have passed through it at one time or another. From the primal flavours of wild game and local herbs picked from the surrounding bushveld to the spicy tastes of visiting Arab traders, and traditional dishes introduced by European gold miners – guests can take their tastebuds on a true African safari.

Spa
Ease the strains of modern living from every muscle and mind at our fully equipped Spa. We honour our cultural heritage by using Essentially Africa body products, and support the conservation of animal, bird and plant life. This philosophy characterises our Signature Spa Treatments, which have been inspired by the richness of Africa’s soil, its abundant plant life, and the life-preserving grooming rituals of its wild animals. Treat yourself to a manicure / pedicure the morning of your wedding…

Wedding Packages Include
Minister - Includes the processing of all necessary legal documents
Photographer - ± 80 Jumbo size colour, sepia and black & white photos – placed in a good quality flip file. Also includes negatives & 1 x CD with all photos on. An extra R 950 will be charged to courier to Europe / USA.
Flowers - Bridal bouquet, groom’s corsage, basket for table, rose petal confettie & cake arrangement. (Anything extra will be charged to guest’s account)
Wedding Cake - Traditional Fruit Wedding Cake (Advise if they would like something else)
Massages - His & hers – Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage
Witnesses - If the wedding couple is alone, the Jock staff will sign as witnesses
Time - Usually at 11:30 for 12:00, but clients can decide which time suits them best (Please keep in mind that gates close at 18:00 – for minister & photographer etc)

Packages Excludes - accommodation, meals, drinks etc. A hairdresser can be arranged at extra cost.

We require the following information from the Bridal Couple:

Full names of wedding couple

Address, telephone & fax number, email address of wedding couple (Minister corresponds with couple directly. He needs all documents at least one month prior to wedding).

Colour Scheme – Colour of dress, what type of jewellery she’ll be wearing – gold/diamonds/pearls.

Wedding Cake – Would the couple like the traditional fruit wedding cake or carrot / chocolate cake in stead? (Bear in mind that a Fruit Cake needs to be made 3 months prior to the wedding to mature).

What type & colour flowers would the couple like? (Roses / lilies – cream / bright flowers etc…)

Where will the couple be staying the week after they depart Jock so that the photographer can courier the album & photos to them.

If the wedding takes place late afternoon, we suggest that accommodation is arranged for the minister & photographer, as the gate closes at 17:30, this charge will be for your own account.