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Hluhluwe River Lodge and Adventures is a small hideaway close to the famous Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park and the coastal marine reserves of the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park. Great comfort, friendly staff, excellent food and lots of exciting activities make this the ideal choice for travelers exploring this diverse and beautiful region.

The lodge is ideal for self drive visitors looking for a fully catered restaurant facility and spacious living area

Twelve separate thatched bungalows are all privately spread about a shaded canopy of indigenous forest garden where there is also a secluded swimming pool to while away the warm days with chattering birds and shy antelope that feed on the grassy lawns.

The chefs will ensure that you are well fed with a variety fresh fruit, vegetables along with a variety of delicious dishes at dinner to interesting hot breakfast choices to kick start your day. Vegetarians and guests with special dietary requirements can specify their needs on or prior to arrival.

The atmosphere at the lodge is friendly and relaxed with a home from home approach to hospitality. Our variety of adventures are designed to offer guests a wide choice of activities wether they are active adventure seekers or the relaxed naturalist type content with wildlife, birds and scenery.

The Main Lodge
The main lodge contains a restaurant, bar, lounge and terrace which commands a fantastic view of Lake St Lucia and the savannah grasslands of the Hluhluwe River floodplain. Wifi available.

Accommodation at Hluhluwe River Lodge:
The Lodge comprises of 8 two sleeper standard chalets, two four sleeper family chalets,two spacious Honeymoon/luxury suites and one self catering (Mkhulu`s house) that sleeps four.

Standard chalet
Thatched A frame style chalet with deck. The bathroom is made up of an en suite shower and separate toilet, a vanity unit with one basin, a large mirror and shaver plug. The chalet is equipped with a mini bar, tea/coffee making facility, a comfortable wing back chair, a writing desk, two suitcase racks, clothes cupboard, digital safe and an air conditioner.

Family chalet
Thatched A frame style chalet with deck. The bathroom is made up of an en suite shower and separate toilet, a vanity unit with two basins, a large mirror and shaver plug. The chalet is equipped with a mini bar, tea/coffee making facility, two comfortable cane chairs, a writing desk, a large suitcase rack, clothes cupboard,digital safe and an air conditioner. The chalet is open plan with two three quarter beds allowing for a double or twin arrangement and then two single beds which can be screened off with curtains if required.

Luxury/Honeymoon chalet
Thatched A frame style chalet with an expansive deck area, chairs and coffee table. The bathroom is made up of an en suite shower and separate toilet, a vanity unit with two basins, a large mirror and shaver plug. A Victorian bath is just off the main room area and looks out into the forest. The King size bed is draped with a romantic mosquito net. The chalet is equipped with a mini bar, tea/coffee making facility, two comfortable cane chairs, a writing desk, a large suitcase rack, clothes cupboard, digital safe and an air conditioner.

Mkhulu`s self-catering house
Mkhulu`s house is ideal for a family of four or two adult couples. The house is equipped for a self catering holiday however meals may be booked at the lodge restaurant provided the lodge is occupied by guests. Mkhulus House is a 5 minute walk from the main lodge and we recommend that you bring a torch if you intend booking meals as the path and road has no lighting.
The lodge terrace has a fire pit which is lit every night and dinner is served most often on the outside deck or in the dining room depending on weather.

Activities:

Upon request, we offer guided walks into False Bay Park which includes forest and lake shore experiences where the focus is on the little details and magic of our greatest asset, the Sand Forest.

- Bird Watching
- Mountain Bike Trails
- Forest Walks
- Evening Walks
- Pineapple Tour, 15min from the Lodge

Various other activities off-site, please enquire.

Clothing and Accessories:

There really is not a bad time to visit as the climate is sub tropical with a tendency to become hot and humid in the high summer between October to February.

Winters are very mild.

Bring a hat, walking shoes, and webbing sandals with nylon straps.
Shorts and light cotton shirts are recommended and a fleece jacket is ideal for cool mornings especially in winter.

Rooms and Units Available:

Family chalets
There are two family chalets specially designed for a young family with two small children. These open plan thatched chalets have a double bed arrangement for parents and a dormer set off to one side with two single children's beds.
Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 4 Adults

Honeymoon Chalets
There are two luxuriously appointed honeymoon chalets tucked away in a forested ravine just a short walk from the main lodge.
Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 2 Adults

Mkhulu's House
Mkhulu's House is a fully equipped house with 2 ensuite bedrooms, a fitted kitchen, diningroom, lounge and an outdoor entertainment area with a spectacular view. It also has it's own private swiiming pool.
Sleeps 4 Adults

Standard Chalets
The eight standard chalets is built on stilts with thatch roofs and wooden decks. Each chalet is accessed via a wooden ramp leading onto a covered wooden deck appointed with comfortable chairs and a coffee table. Double glass doors and a glass-front
Amount of similar units: 8
Sleeps 2 Adults

Facilities & Services available:

Laundry Service
Bar on the Premises
Restaurant
Garden
Parking (off-street - covered)
Wi-Fi
English
Xhosa / Zulu
Hiking / Walking Trails
Swimming Pool

Cancellation Policy:

1. Reservations cancelled 30+ days prior to arrival date - 10% Admin fee
2. Reservations cancelled 30-15 days prior to arrival date - 50% Cancellation fee
3. Reservations cancelled 14 day prior to travel date - 100% Cancellation fee
4. ALL cancellations must be in writing with ackknowledgement by our selves.

Directions:

Directions from Durban ( 250kms 3 hour drive )
From Durban take the N2 northbound. If you are traveling from Durban international airport make sure you take the bypass around the city. You will pass off ramps for Empangeni, Richards Bay and Mtubatuba before reaching the Hluhluwe off ramp.

Directions from Johannesburg via Ermelo ( 700kms 7 hour drive )
From Johannesburg take the N17 via Springs and Bethal to Ermelo. Then take the N2 via Piet Retief , Pongola and Mkuze. The Hluhluwe off ramp is 55kms from Mkuze.

Directions from Swaziland via Lavumisa border post (110 kms from Lavumisa border)
If you are approaching from the Kruger Park via Swaziland you must exit Swaziland at the Lavumisa border post . From the border proceed 5kms before turning left onto the N2 South. Pass the Jozini dam on your left and the town of Mkuze. The Hluhluwe offramp is 55 kms from Mkuze. Turn left off the freeway and proceed through the town.

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  • Accommodation Type: Bed & Breakfast and Hotel
  • Minimum stay: 2 Day/s
  • Sleeps: 32
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
    Check-out: 10:00 AM