Property Location With a stay at Amakhosi Safari Lodge in Pongola, you'll be on a river and minutes from Mkuze Falls Game Reserve.
PoliciesKnow Before You Go Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the lodge prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Room
Amenities Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy a soak in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Additional amenities at this lodge include complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting/childcare (surcharge), and wedding services.
Isigodio Private House
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds1938-sq-foot room, balcony with river views Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining areaRelax - FireplaceInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and turndown service Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds1938-sq-foot room, balcony with river views Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining areaRelax - FireplaceInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and turndown service Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking
River Suites Fullboard
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds753-sq-foot room with a balcony Layout - Living room and sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and turndown service Bathroom - Deep soaking bathtub and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Desk, phone, and safeComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds753-sq-foot room with a balcony Layout - Living room and sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and turndown service Bathroom - Deep soaking bathtub and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Desk, phone, and safeComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking
Honeymoon Suites- Private Pool
1 King Bed645-sq-foot room, balcony with river views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting areaRelax - Private poolFood & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and turndown service Bathroom - Deep soaking bathtub and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking
1 King Bed645-sq-foot room, balcony with river views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting areaRelax - Private poolFood & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and turndown service Bathroom - Deep soaking bathtub and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking
dining
Dining Grab a bite to eat at the lodge's restaurant, where you can enjoy drinks at a bar, take in a garden view, and even dine alfresco (weather permitting). You can also stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at a complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.
Recreation
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Mkuze Falls Game Reserve - 1 km / 0.6 mi Pongola Golf Course - 45.6 km / 28.3 mi Pongola Shopping Center - 45.8 km / 28.5 mi The preferred airport for Amakhosi Safari Lodge and SPA is Richards Bay (RCB) - 241.8 km / 150.3 mi
Pricing
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Location
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private balconies. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and separate sitting areas.
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Reviews
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Rating
369 Reviews
Average ratings
TripAdvisor Traveller reviews
Gian S
Excellent Safari Experience
Superb natural Environment with lots of all sorts of animals (except Chitas), excellent guide for the different game rides, very comfortable housing, excellent food and very friendly and helpful...
RobynGoldschmidt
Amazing Amakhosi !
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Helen L
Highly recommended
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