Umzimkulu River Lodge offers self catering accommodation at one of the best fly-fishing spots in Southern Africa. Just 2 hours from DBN and 6 hrs from Johannesburg in the foothills of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site, lies a wonderful family holiday getaway.
The Lodge is situated at the finish of the Drak Challenge canoe marathon and the start of the Extreme Kayak event.
Families love it for the unhurried old world country atmosphere with days spent picnicking under the huge oaks on the river island, bolder hopping in thrombosis gorge and exploring all this adventure playground has to offer. An animal farm, jungle gym, trampoline keep children enjoying the fresh air and outdoors all day long.
Honeymooners revel in the privacy of a luxurious suite and private deck overlooking the river. Order a Starry-Eyed Package complete with champagne on ice, chocolate, bath salts, foam bath, luxury soaps and candles to celebrate the special occasion.
Places of interest:
Reichenau mission, Himeville Museum, Underberg studio, Underberg Cheesery.
Popular activities:
Horse Riding, Tubing, 4x4 Sani Pass Tour, Yellow wood forest hike.
Free standing cottage consisting of 2 double rooms (easily split into twin beds if required), 1 bathroom with bath and another with shower. Lounge/Dining room with a log fire. Fully equipped kitchen with gas hob & oven. PVT deck with BBQ facilities.
Free standing double story cottage with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms upstairs (1 full en suite, 1 shower, basin and loo only) Single Bed-sitter on landing. Open plan kitchen/diner, additional bathroom, lounge with log fire, covered veranda & BBQ facilities.
From DBN:
- Exit 99 Howick/Underberg off the N3 Turn Left onto the R617 Travel through Boston.
- Travel through Bulwer Approx 22km out of Bulwer (still on the R617) look out for our signage.
- Turn left onto the Coleford Rd (gravel rd) We are 8km along the Coleford Rd on your left.
