Welcome to Ihlozi Lodge! My wife Lynette and I took over ownership in May 2024, and a feeling SO blessed to have such a beautiful place to call our own, and yet share with other guests like you. We've already begun upgrades on the pool and its deck area, and will soon have WiFi access also. In addition, we look forward to being able to provide gourmet food options in addition to our self-catering option. The lodge was built in 2008 as a holiday home with nature in mind. During the building process it was a goal to not remove any trees during the construction of the lodge (Which is why some are growing through the deck!) You'll doubtless enjoy the peace and quiet of the bush any time of year, but our favourite season is winter, with its milder temperatures simply begging for a big Braai and beautiful fire. Outdoor baths and showers are delightful also, and our huge, well appointed kitchen is a wonderful spot for you to prepare meals for your group. A separate scullery (including a speedy ice-maker!) and on-site maid service (Thandi is a delight!) make clean-up a breeze... simply collect your dishes after the meal, take them to the scullery, and shut the door! It is our hope that you join us soon, and have a blessed stay with us in our little piece of heaven. Faithfully yours, Mel and Lyn

Ihlozi Lodge is located within the exclusive Kuleni Nature Conservancy (a Private Game Farm), which is home to Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest, Nyala and other small antelope species. The farm is situated on 200Ha of pristine Indigenous bush , offering amazing +- 20Km of marked walking and cycling trails through the reserve and a hide down at the dam for those into their birding. None of the animals have any predators as there are no big 5 in the park. This means that the Giraffe and other animals are very used to human contact. If you are walking on the trails you can get very close to the animals without them becoming alarmed or skittish, which makes for unique encounters and photos.

Here is a list of exciting activities we can book for you. * 2 Hour boat cruise on Lake St. Lucia (Note: 90km drive. Shuttle available) * 2 Hour bush walk in Isimangaliso Wetland Park (Note: 90km drive. Shuttle available) * 3 Hour game drive through Hluhluwe Reserve(Big Five) (Includes all fees, bottled water & peanuts) 2-10 Guests * 6 Hour game drive through Hluhluwe Reserve(Big Five) (Includes all fees, bottled water, juice & packed breakfast) 2-10 Guests * 6 Hour game drive through Hluhluwe Reserve(Big Five) (Includes all fees, bottled water, juice, packed breakfast & lunch picnic) 2-10 Guests * Full day game drive through Hluhluwe Reserve(Big Five) (Includes all fees, bottled water, packed breakfast, snacks & afternoon tea) 2-10 Guests * Kosi Bay snorkelling & turtle tour. * Tembe Elephant Park (Home to the biggest elephants and tusks in the world!) * 90 Minute cheetah interaction * 1 Hour quad ride through Amorello and Mfuleni - Max 4 guests at a time. * Guided walks: Spider Walk, Tracks & Signs, Star Gazing, Birding * 4 Hour Tiger Fishing at Lake Jozini Includes fishing guide, fuel and tackle. (Note 90km drive. Shuttle available) * 7 Hour Tiger Fishing at Lake Jozini.