Emdoneni Lodge is situated on a small game farm, with sand forest vegetation. Walk with the wildlife including Zebra, Impala, Nyala, Red & Grey Duiker and other antelope. Birdlife is abundant.
The lodge is central to Zululand's outdoor attractions and a multitude of excursions can be arranged.
The accommodation is enhanced by facilities which encourage our guests to unwind, relax and enjoy the spectacular surroundings of one of South Africa's most popular tourist destinations - Northern KwaZulu Natal.
Spend a day or two on the premises... enjoy the swimming pool and lapa and have drinks around an open fire. The restaurant provides excellent traditional South African cuisine.
Emdoneni has its very own Cat Rehabilitation Centre which offers guided tours.
Facilities include
- Game park with wildlife including Zebra, Impala, Nyala, Red & Grey
- Duiker and other antelope
- Excellent Birdwatching
- Swimming pool, Lapa and Boma
- Beauty and Holistic Therapist available on site - bookings essential
- Braai / barbecue
- Restaurant & bar
- Fax facilities
- Housekeeping and laundry service
- Safe for valuables
- Airport transfers
- Walking and hiking trails
- Parking available
- View and photograph cats at the Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre
- Disabled friendly
- Family friendly, Babysitting available
- Air-conditioned and ceiling fans
Rooms:
Emdoneni Lodge offers comfortable accommodation in chalets and rondavels. All the units are serviced twice daily.
Chalets - Each unit consist of twin beds and an en suite bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities.
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Chalets in a secluded sand forest area. This bush camp has its own boma.
Rondavels - Each unit has a thatched roof and two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom (with shower). There is an adjoining door between the two bedrooms, making it ideal for families.
Activities:
The following activities/excursions are offered or can be undertaken from Emdoneni:
- Daily educational tours at the Cat Rehabilitation Centre
- Guided walking trails
- Birdwatching tours
- Dumazulu Cultural Village
- Ilala Weavers
- Horse riding
- Coastal excursions
- Open vehicle game drives in Hluhluwe / iMfolozi Game Reserve
- Game drives in Mkuze Game Reserve
- Boat trip on Lake St Lucia
- Deep-sea fishing, Zululand fishing charters
- Scuba diving at Sodwana Bay
- Snorkeling
- Farm tours (pineapple and sugar cane)
- Zulu choir and dancing
How to get there:
From Johannesburg (± 6 hours by car)
Take the N2 South, from Johannesburg towards Ermelo, Piet Retief and Pongola. Follow the N2 South ± 120 km from Pongola passing Mkuze and Hluhluwe Village. 10 km past the Hluhluwe turn-off, take the Bushlands turn-off on your left (sign-posted Emdoneni / Bushlands). Turn left off the N2 and follow the Emdoneni signs. Gate ± 500 m from the N2 fly-over.
From Durban (± 2 hours by car)
Take the N2 North, from Durban. By pass Richards Bay and Mtubatuba.
± 38 km from Mtuba you will find the Bushlands turn-off on your left (sign-posted Emdoneni / Bushlands). Turn left off the N2 and follow the Emdoneni signs. Gate ± 500 m from the N2 fly-over.
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We really enjoyed our stay there. We will certainly use your services in the future when looking for accommodation. We really found you to be very professional and service orientated. 