Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

Property highlights

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Experience world-class service at Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa

Perched on top of a hill, Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge is situated in the malaria-free Nambiti Big 5 Private Game Reserve. It boasts a rim flow pool overlooking a valley. All of the luxurious suites offer a private deck, air conditioning, large baths with views, indoor and romantic outdoor showers. Each unit is equipped with a mini bar fridge, tea-and- coffee making facilities. The lodge offers 3 meals daily served either in the main lodge restaurant, outdoors in the bush, on the deck around the pool or in the boma under the stars around a campfire. Guests can go on guided game drives in open game viewing vehicles. For relaxation, Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge also has a spa centre and offers massage treatments. Durban is 250 km away and Johannesburg is a 4-hour drive from the lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • FREE private parking!

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sally
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome and look after us. The only place I have ever stayed where the staff memorise the names of all the guests. The lodge only takes 20 guests and we saw all the game we came for with a superb and...”
Charmaine
South Africa South Africa
“Tasty, fulling, well presented foood at meal times. Staff were friendly, hospitable and went out of their way to make our holiday special. Room was very welcoming.”
Tracy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really beautifully incorporated into the bush, extremely comfortable rooms with beautiful views into the bush. Food was so delicious , personal service, made us feel so special.”
Varun
South Africa South Africa
“Everything was perfect, staff were exceptional and an abundance of animal viewing.”
Simphiwe
South Africa South Africa
“The lodge is stunning with a great location as well. The staff were absolutely on point and we had so much fun we stayed an extra night! We had great animal sightings as well seeing 4 of the Big 5. Our room was excellent and the bar drinks...”
Hlengiwe
South Africa South Africa
“The beauty of nature, lots of food with meals that have good options.”
Naidoo
South Africa South Africa
“Absolutely wonderful Attention to detail , knowing your guests. Connecting with them. The team on site have wonderful knowledge and nothing is too much trouble .Promise, Henry,Richard and all the wonderful ladies. You guys are amazing and we...”
Jane
South Africa South Africa
“We were returning visitors. It’s a 1700klm drive from the cape west coast for us. And so worth it. The staff go above and beyond, the facilities are spot on, the whole team make everything run seamlessly. You come away feeling totally spoilt.”
Julie
United States United States
“Excellent hospitality and staff; lovely and spacious room, and we also enjoyed hanging out and dining at the main lodge. We very much appreciated how accommodating everyone was with our child and an older grandmother.”
Duncan
South Africa South Africa
“The location was in the south of the reserve where most of the Game was, so the location is perfect. Meals are excellent and service brilliant. I love a place with a view and Umzolozolo has a beautiful view with a Warmed infinitive swimming...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • Local • International • South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:30 to 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 20:30 and 05:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property recommends to arrive between 12:30 and 13:30 in time for lunch and a Game drive shortly thereafter. Once you reach Ladysmith, please call the lodge on +27 36 421 9046, so their driver can meet you at the Reserve car park.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.