Makakatana Bay Lodge

An intimate, contemporary hideaway, Makakatana is the only privately owned lodge within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage Site, Africa’s largest natural marine estuary. iSimangaliso is one of the few natural wonders left on earth with unspoiled wilderness beaches, vast wetlands and game reserves all combined into one reserve. The pristine Indian Ocean beaches, combined with the St Lucia Estuary stretching inland for 65km, provide an undeniable attraction to lovers of wildlife. The lodge is positioned in the forest on the edge of Lake St Lucia and accommodates up to 22 people, enhancing privacy and personal service. Five stylish Standard Rooms, 1 Honeymoon Room and 2 new Family Rooms comfortably accommodating 4 people, are privately situated along a raised wooden walkway frequented by warthog, duiker, nyala, birds and hippo. Large windows and screen doors slide open onto private viewing decks, with the Honeymoon and Family Rooms boasting al fresco showers. Select a special wine from the wine menu before a fabulous meal out on the deck or around a boma fire. The park supports 526 bird species, five different ecosystems and marine reserves. Look out for elephant, rhino, buffalo, leopard, hyena, hippo, crocodile and many other species. Full-day safaris include an exploration of the wetlands on a private boat combined with game drives and a picnic lunch on the Western Shores. A full-day beach safari and exploration of the Eastern Shores reserve and coastline, and Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Reserve seeking out the Big Five. Read about a Portfolio blogger's experience at Makakatana Bay TGCSA 4-Star Lodge | Transfers | Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout