Mseni Lodge is situated in Sodwana Bay National Park.
The Maputaland coral reefs are the number one hotspot on any South African diver`s itinerary. The reefs are the most southerly coral reefs in Africa, and owe their existence to clear, warm water carried southward by the subtropical Agulhas Current and the absence of silt-carrying rivers discharging into the region.
Mseni Lodge consists of twenty cabins with bathrooms and showers en suite. This small Lodge with its personal service is situated amongst amazing dune forest vegetation and far away from the crowds.
On arrival a porter will take your luggage to your room and store your dive gear, ready for us to pick it up the next day. After your dive, it will be taken again, washed and hung up, ready for diving the next day. There is a secure parking area and round the clock security.
The restaurant and bar overlook the Indian Ocean and day and night the sound of the sea can be heard by all. There is a large area for the kids to play. Every care is taken to ensure your and your familys comfort.
The Lodge has it`s own private path leading down to a secluded part of the beach, meandering through lush coastal dune forest. This short walk is a must for all visitors. The surrounding bush is home to many different bird species and other small animals.
Our beautiful 80 seater restaurant, overlooking the Indian Ocean, is open for breakfast, lunch and supper. Our friendly waiters are there to look after your every need.
The Bar, with it`s spectacular view will have something ice cold to suit your taste. Sit back & enjoy one of our custom designed cocktails while we do our activity planning for the next day. Watch the full moon rise over the Indian Ocean, while we discuss the day`s diving.
Rooms:
Cabins all have two rooms with either twin beds or double bed in master room and a small bed room with single bed (Mainly for children) and a bathroom with bath shower & toilet en-suite. All rooms have safety deposit boxes.
Activities:
More often than not we encounter dolphins and whale sharks on our way out to one of the dive spots. We allow more than enough time for you to snorkel with these social animals.
From November to February, the Leatherback and Loggerhead turtle come to the beach at night to lay their eggs. Kwazulu Nature Conservation, in conjunction with several private tour operators run supervised tours and depending on the tide, you can be assured to see these amazing creatures battle over the sand to dig holes and lay their eggs with great effort.
From June to November, the Humpback whales migrate north to calf and pass Sodwana on their way to the warmer waters of the Mozambique Channel. These awesome creatures often display amazing acrobatics and some lucky divers have witnessed their antics.
For a very short period over December, the pregnant Raggedtooth shark invade one of our shallow reefs during gestation. While the pups grow inside them, these awesome animals are very placid and not very active, so the brave divers are able to experience these fearsome looking, but harmless fish at close quarters.
Sodwana Bay is surrounded by numerous game reserves and it is well worth the effort to visit some of these privately and state owned reserves.
Deep-sea fishing is another activity that attracts the adventurous. There are various charter businesses that would gladly take you fishing for Marlin, Sailfish, Broadbill and other small game fish, like wahoo, dorado, king mackerel, king fish and numerous other.
About 30 Km north of Sodwana Bay is the biggest natural freshwater lake in South Africa and offers beautiful sunsets. There are Hippo`s and crocodiles in this lake. Lake Sibaya depends on rainfall and ground fed water to maintain its levels and seeps through the dune to the sea.
There are various beautiful little bays, which are ideal for snorkeling; like Mbibi, Adlams and Kingfish Bay. You need a 4 x 4 vehicle to access these places.
How to get there:
Travel via the N2 to the town of Hluhluwe and proceed into Hluhluwe. At the T Junction turn left.
Continue for about a km then you turn right over the railway line. It will be signposted Sodwana.
Follow to the village of Mbazwana and from there follow the signs to Sodwana Bay.
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Babies
Children under 12 years
Honeymoon Couples
Elderly
Babysitting Service
Laundry Service
Ironing Service
Special Meals on Request
Self-Braai / Barbecue
Bar on the Premises
Restaurant
Internet Access
Parking (off-street - covered)
Afrikaans
Hiking / Walking Trails
Communal Television
Swimming Pool
Communal Satellite TV
