Travellers staying at Three Tree Hill are impressed by their unique approach to unpretentious luxury and fresh farm-style fare, whilst remaining true to an admirable sustainability philosophy. Three Tree Hill provides an authentic, personalized, owner-hosted experience in the foothills of the Kwa Zulu Natal Drakensberg mountains, a World Heritage Site. Encouraging guests to participate in the vast diversity of adventure activities on offer in the area, the lodge also boasts a 3000-book library and an underground wine cellar. The focus is on preserving the rich historical heritage of the Anglo Boer War and the local Zulu culture for future generations to come. Sourcing sustainable goods & employing, training & uplifting the local community are all part of their mantra. Free range chickens, children, horses & dogs welcome you to the lodge, creating a relaxed, natural atmosphere.
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Tea and Coffee Included
4 Star
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu
No. Rooms: 9
Special Interests: Adventure, Battlefields, Birding, Cycling, Flora, Golf, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Sports, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
The Zulu War of 1879 is famous throughout the English-speaking world for the great battles of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift. The spectacular Fugitives’ Drift property, a Natural Heritage Site, overlooks both Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, and includes the site where Lts. Melvill and Coghill lost their lives attempting to save the Queen’s Colour of the 1/24th.
It was here that David and Nicky Rattray pioneered Heritage Tourism in South Africa and created an award winning lodge for visitors to savour this extraordinary saga.
Led by the finest guides in South Africa, thought-provoking and often emotionally charged tours are conducted daily to Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift. Guests can also go on nature walks- either guided or unguided- to see the abundant wildlife and birdlife on the reserve.
The lodge is the most luxurious accommodation offered at Fugitives' Drift, and was fully renovated in 2017. Spacious and luxurious en-suite rooms have private verandahs, air-conditioning, and both inside and outside showers. The lodge has a swimming pool, library, and excellent museum.
The Guest House has en suite rooms with air conditioning plus a swimming pool in the garden.
Finally Umzinyathi Farmhouse is our self catering option, it has three en suite rooms, sitting and dining rooms and kitchen.
2 Nights
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
Tea and Coffee Included
5 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu
No. Rooms: 18
Special Interests: Battlefields, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife, Wine
Leopard Mountain is a fully solar off Grid, 5 Star, multiple award-winning, Big 5, family-run safari lodge set within the 58 000 acres Manyoni Private Game Reserve offering peace and tranquility with friendly hospitality. Our beautiful lodge has the most spectacular views in Zululand, from the river meandering below to the distant Lebombo Mountains.
Big 5 safaris take you through well stocked, unspoiled bushveld and endless rivers winding through indigenous forest, a birder’s paradise.
Luxury accommodation in 9 well-appointed, luxury suites with a hammock and private plunge pool nestled in the cliff tops overlooking the river below. Our sought-after chef will prepare your tantalizing meals, which can be accompanied by your choice of wine from our multi-award-winning cellar.
Entrust us with those special occasions. Our picture-perfect backdrop lends itself as an intimate setting for a romantic wedding, honeymoon, or just a well-deserved break.
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
5 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu
No. Rooms: 9
Special Interests: Big 5, Birding, Flora, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Nestled into the game-rich Western Lebombo Mountains within 30,000 hectares of the Munyawana Conservancy, lies Sungulwane Private Game Lodge. Inspired by the Zulu word for “the view of the eye” Sungulwane overlooks the exquisite, unspoiled wilderness of Zuka Private Game Reserve.
Sungulwane is an exclusive, luxury, boutique lodge accommodating only 16 people. It’s the ultimate intimate safari experience for you and a loved one, friends or the whole family.
At Sungulwane your day is entirely your own. Whether you choose to watch the sun rise over the mountains or sit in peace in our very own bird hide… the adventures on offer are endless. Game drives, starlit bush dinners and informative photographic safaris are just a few activities that are on offer.
Each suite is embedded into the thick Red Ivory Forest giving you the feeling of sleeping in the tree canopies – in complete harmony with nature. over the uninterrupted views of the
Let Africa embrace you whether you are relaxing on a lounger by the pool, sipping on a glass of red wine while the flames dance in the firepit or enjoying a gourmet dining experience in the Boma.
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
4 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English, Zulu
No. Rooms: 8
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Experience the magic and wonder of unspoiled beaches, vast wetlands, game drives, and an unforgettable boat cruise on Lake St Lucia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This family owned and run Lodge is situated on the western shores of Lake St Lucia, in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KwaZulu-Natal. You will get to experience the home to more than 1000 hippo and 1200 crocodile on our personalised adventure-filled safaris exploring this treasured park. Our passionate rangers take you on full-day safaris to explore the Wetlands, coastal dune forests, pristine beaches seeking out wildlife and over 530 bird species.
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
All Local Brands (excl Spirits) Included
4 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu
No. Rooms: 8
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
In 1980 the Rattray family bought the farm “Fairview”, a 68 acre headland at The Crags, between Plettenberg Bay and Natures Valley, on the Southern Cape coastline.
Here Peter and Gillian Rattray built the most elegant home for their retirement and set about making a garden of some renown. David and Nicky took over this property in 2003.
Martin Rattray, Peter and Gillian’s youngest son, designed all the buildings on the property in the traditional Cape Dutch style. Martin also built himself the most spectacular house to the west, with incredible views over the mountains. After Martin’s death in 2018, the Rattray’s undertook to restore and renovate this beautiful building and turn it into an exclusive eight room hotel called Fairview House.
Fairview House was named for its extraordinary outlook over the Keurbooms indigenous forest into several mountain ranges. It is an ideal springboard for the myriad of attractions of this famous coastline, but far enough away from the bustle.
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Bed & Breakfast
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 8
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Sports, Watersports, Wildlife, Wine