Situated in the heart of historic Zululand in the South African province of KwaZulu-Natal, Mkuze Falls Private Game Reserve is one of only two Private Game Reserves in the region where guests can view the 'Big 5' - lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, elephant and for bird lovers, nearly 430 species of birds are resident.
Overlooking the Mkuze Waterfall, the lodge features nine luxurious thatched Chalets and one Safari Suite, accommodating eighteen guests in utmost comfort and style. All these rooms have a breathtaking view of the river, private plunge-pools and an outside shower and air-conditioned bedroom.
Guests can relax in the lounge, view animals from the wooden deck, sip cocktails in the swimming pool or recount their sightings of the day in the bar, as well as Taste South African food with sophisticated flair. You are invited to join the open-vehicle safaris with experienced field guides and rangers who also conduct bird, bush and game walks on request. Game and bird walks are conducted professionally and safely in a close encounter. The unique ecosystems of riverine, wetland, lowveld bushveld and montane grassland provide the diversity and large quantity of bird and animal species, big and small.
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The 8 characteristic thatched, twin-bedded chalets are spacious and each bed is fitted with its own mosquito net. Each Chalet has its own entrance and is equipped with telephone, air conditioning, fan and mini-bar. Luxurious en-suite facilities offer a bath, toilet, secluded outside shower and plunge pool. Each Suite is completely private although panoramic vistas of the river and beyond can be enjoyed from some of the adjoining decks.
The Mkuze Falls Safari Suite consists of a spacious living and sleeping area, both with views up and downstream the Mkuze River and the waterfall. This suite has a small but comfortable and well-equipped kitchen and, of course, all the features of the other chalets like fans, air-conditioning and en-suite facilities. The adjoining private outside shower and splash pool area is spacious and secluded. The Safari Suite also has its own outside terrace with a unique view over the river. A better place to enjoy your intimate dinner will be hard to find.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Library, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Available Services
Babysitting Service, Credit Card Facilities
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Boating, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, High Tea, Massages, Night Drives, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing
