Location: South Africa » Kwazulu Natal » Zululand » MkuzeNhlonhlela Bush LodgeNhlonhlela Bush Lodge - accommodation in Mkhuze Game ReserveDescriptionEchoing to the call of the african fish eagle, hippos and crocodiles float in the green shallows and a diverse range of animals move around the shore to graze, brows and drink.
Four two bed sleeping units with en-suite shower and toilet are connected to the central lounge and dining area by wooden boardwalks.A sun deck and fully equiped kitchen complete the facilities.
Visitors needs are attended to by staff who cook and clean and a field ranger who accompanies guests on walks into the savannah and sand and fig forests of Mkhuze Game Reserve.Visitors to this private and tranquil piece of the african bush can enjoy the area reserved for their exclusive use, go walking, or they can visit one of the three excellent hides to watch the constant procession of wild animals coming down to the water holes for their daily drink.Visiters must bring all their food and drink requirements with them though limited supplies can be bought at the camp shop at Mantuma.Mkhuze is a malaria area so suitable precautions must be taken. Overlooking the Hlonhlela pan with its hazy green border of fever trees, Nhlonhlela Bush Lodge is a bird-watchers paradise.
Echoing to the call of the African fish eagle, hippos and crocodiles float in the green shallows and a diverse range of animals move around the shore to graze, brows and drink.
Visitors needs are attended to by staff who cook and clean and a field ranger who accompanies guests on walks into the savannah and sand and fig forests of Mkhuze Game Reserve.
Visitors to this private and tranquil piece of the African bush can enjoy the area reserved for their exclusive use, go walking, or they can visit one of the three excellent hides to watch the constant procession of wild animals coming down to the water holes for their daily drink.
Visiters must bring all their food and drink requirements with them though limited supplies can be bought at the camp shop at Mantuma. The lodge is served by solar powered lighting. Good torches and a gas light are recommended.
Mkhuze is a malaria area so suitable precautions must be taken.
Accommodation Rooms
Four two bed sleeping units with en-suite shower and toilet are connected to the central lounge and dining area by wooden boardwalks.
A sun deck and fully equiped kitchen complete the facilities. RatesMkhuze Prices and Booking 2007 / 2008
| | | Access is managed by the Wetland Authority. Gate Entry payable on arrival at entrance gate. | |   | | Camp | Accommodation offered | Fee per adult | Fee per child < 12 | Minimum charge | | Mantuma | 2x6-bed cottages | R 275.00 | R 138.00 | R 1,100.00 | | | 4x2-bed chalets | R 275.00 | R 138.00 | R 413.00 | | | 5x4-bed chalets | R 275.00 | R 138.00 | R 550.00 | | | 6x2-bed rest huts | R 165.00 | R 83.00 | R 330.00 | | | 10x2-bed safari camp | R 275.00 | R 138.00 | R 413.00 | | | 3x4-bed safari camp | R 275.00 | R 138.00 | R 825.00 | | Nhlonhlela | 1x8-bed bush lodge | R 275.00 | R 275.00 | R 1,650.00 | | | Environmental Camp (30 beds) (R500.00 refundable damage deposit) | | | | | | Schools Junior | | R 30.00 | R 30.00 | | | High Schools | R 46.00 | | R 46.00 | | | Other institutions | R 57.00 | | R 57.00 | | Emshopi | 45 campsites (plugpoints) maximum 100 people | R 60.00 | R 30.00 | R 120.00 | | Low Season ** | | Camp | Accommodation offered | Fee per adult | Fee per child < 12 | Minimum charge | | Mantuma | 2x6-bed cottages | R 210.00 | R 105.00 | R 840.00 | | | 4x2-bed chalets | R 210.00 | R 105.00 | R 315.00 | | | 5X4-bed chalets | R 210.00 | R 105.00 | R 420.00 | | | 6x2-rest huts | R 130.00 | R 65.00 | R 260.00 | | | 10x2-bed safari camp | R 210.00 | R 105.00 | R 315.00 | | | 3x4-bed safari camp | R 210.00 | R 105.00 | R 630.00 | | Nhlonhlela | 1x8-bed bush lodge | R 210.00 | R 210.00 | R 1,260.00 | | | Environmental Camp (30 beds) (R500.00 refundable damage deposit) | | | | | | Schools Junior | R 46.00 | R 30.00 | R 30.00 | | | High Schools | R 57.00 | | R 46.00 | | | Other institutions | R 55.00 | | R 57.00 | | Emshopi | 45 campsites (plugpoints) maximum 100 people | R 45.00 | R 23.00 | R 90.00 | | | | | | For further info or to book on-line return to the top of the page. * Standard Season: Applies throughout the year, effective 1 November - 31 October. ** Low Season: Discounted rates applies Sunday to Thursday inclusive, provided it is out of school holidays and not over long weekends (public holiday on a Friday or Monday), or during special events. Pensioner discount still applies but commission is not paid in low season. | Children under 3 years old - no charge (entry and accommodation);
Discounts apply on accommodation and camping for children aged 12 and under, registered students, and South African residents over 60 years of age at selected campgrounds and facilities. See DISCOUNTS below for applicable qualifications and discounts. |
DirectionsFor visitors from the south, the turn off t the Mkhuze Game Reserve is signposted 35 km north of Hluhluwe.
From this point, the road is gravel. Approximately 15 km further is another signposted road through the Lebombo mountains. The entrance to the Reserve is 10 km along this road, and the route is clearly signposted.
Visitors from the north must travel to Mkuze Village, which is 18 km from the entrance gate and 28 km from Mantuma camp. The road is well signposted. |
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