About this property

Amakhosi Safari Lodge is nestled at the banks of KwaZulu Natal’s Mkuze River. The luxury lodge is surrounded by a private game reserve and offers spa facilities and an outdoor pool. With modern African decor and a private deck with river views, the suites feature high ceiling windows and indulgent bathrooms. They are equipped with air conditioning, a minibar and tea-and-coffee making facilities. There is also a private holiday home with plunge pool situated up the river. Amakhosi's main lodge boasts a deck with an intimate bar, lounge area, a swimming pool and dining area where meals are served under the stars. With panoramic river views, guests can unwind at Amakhosi River SPA, which offers beauty and message treatments, using eco-friendly and holistic products. Guests can go on early morning and late afternoon safaris with experiences guides. Walking safaris, as well as birding tours can also be arranged and from November until the end of February, the lodge organizes nightly frogging safaris. King Shaka International Airport is 336 km from Amakhosi Safari Lodge

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

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

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tallia
    Ireland Ireland
    Really attentive, friendly and genuine staff across the board from reception to game drive, from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. The food was incredible and the menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner changed each day! We spent 3...
  • Annelies
    South Africa South Africa
    Very friendly and accommodating staff. Excellent facilities. Very knowledgeable guides. Exceptional food. Loved every moment of our stay there and would love to return someday.
  • Tina
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff were so friendly and welcoming and our ranger/tracker team (Phillip and Jeremy) were also amazing. Great food, beautiful location and the Big 5... we look forward to visiting Amakhosi again soon!
  • Joao
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    All the facilities and staff were amazing, super friendly and went the extra mile to help. It was my girlfriend's birthday and they went all out with a champagne surprise in the middle of the Bush and they handmade her an amazing chocolate cake too!
  • Kolja
    Germany Germany
    Eine absolut traumhafte Safari Lodge, bei der es uns an nichts gefehlt hat. Alle sind super freundlich und aufmerksam. Das Essen und die Zimmer sind fantastisch. Die Game Drives sind super organisiert und der Ranger mit dem Tracker sind ein...
  • Claudia
    Germany Germany
    - sehr leckeres Essen - sehr netter, flexibler Game Driver - auf Unverträglichkeiten und Allergien wurde sehr viel Rücksicht genommen - Schöne Anlage direkt am Fluss - tolle Zimmer, sehr geräumig und eigene Terasse - Spotter mit Adleraugen!
  • Willemien
    Netherlands Netherlands
    De omgeving tijdens de gamedrive is geweldig! Het eten voortreffelijk en erg uitgebreid . Alles is schoon, fijne bedden. Zeer vriendelijk personeel en je voelt je gelijk thuis.
  • Yves
    Germany Germany
    Super freundliches Personal, sehr aufmerksam und zuvorkommend. Ausgezeichnetes Essen, ein schöner Spa Außenbereich. Sehr geschmackvoller gestalteter Eingangsbereich/ Aufenthaltsbereich.
  • Doris
    Germany Germany
    Wir waren 3 Nächte in der Lodge, es hat an nichts gefehlt. Sehr aufmerksames Personal. Das Essen war richtig lecker , sensationell war der "High Tea" und die Snacks während der Ausfahrten.Tolle Lage direkt am Fluss. Die Game Drives waren sehr gut...
  • E
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Het eten , de verzorgen ,de game drive was fantasties onder begeleiding van de twee gidsen ( Ruben en Manlah ) De lodge is vijfsterren dik waard

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Brunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Amakhosi Safari Lodge & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 14:30
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 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 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 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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 Amakhosi 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.

This property is accessible via an unpaved road, which may be unsuitable for some vehicles.