Situated in the heart of Zululand in KwaZulu-Natal, Mkuze Falls Private Game Reserve is one of only two Private Game Reserves in the region where you can view the ‘Big 5’ as well as nearly 430 species of birds.

Overlooking the Mkuze Waterfall, the lodge features 8 Luxurious Thatched Suites and 1 Safari Suite, accommodating guests in utmost comfort and style. All suites are built on raised wooden platforms and the spacious veranda of each unit provides fantastic views of the river, the waterfall and the surrounding hills.

The peace, scenery and style of the lodge allows for a calm atmosphere amidst the elegant decor. Relax in the spacious lounge, view animals from the wooden deck, sip cocktails in the swimming pool or recount your sightings of the day in the bar! Taste South African food with a sophisticated flair under a star strewn sky or in the boma to the sounds of tribal dance and song.


Suites

Overlooking the Mkuze Waterfall, the lodge features 8 Luxurious Thatched Suites and 1 Safari Suite, accommodating guests in utmost comfort and style. All Suites are built on raised wooden platforms and the spacious veranda of each unit provides fantastic views of the river, the waterfall and the surrounding hills.

The 8 characteristic thatched, twin-bedded chalets are spacious and each bed is fitted with its own mosquito net. Each Chalet has its own entrance and is equipped with telephone, air conditioning, fan and mini-bar. Luxurious en-suite facilities offer a bath, toilet, secluded outside shower and plunge pool. Each Suite is completely private although panoramic vistas of the river and beyond can be enjoyed from some of the adjoining decks.

The Mkuze Falls Safari Suite consists of a spacious living and sleeping area, both with views up and downstream the Mkuze River and the waterfall. This suite has a small but comfortable and well-equipped kitchen and, of course, all the features of the other chalets like fans, air-conditioning and en-suite facilities. The adjoining private outside shower and splash pool area is spacious and secluded. The Safari Suite also has its own outside terrace with a unique view over the river. A better place to enjoy your intimate dinner will be hard to find.

Dining

The menu changes daily and comprises a selection of South African delicacies including local venison specialties during the hunting season.
Vegetarian meals can be made upon request. When it’s warm outside, dinner or a braai (South African BBQ) is served in the boma (outdoor enclosure).

Safari

Their beautiful game reserve in Zululand provides visitors with a welcoming, inclusive home. This magical African pearl showcases magnificent landscapes, spectacular mountainscapes, exhilarating wildlife, and abundant, unique flora. Animal, bird, and botany enthusiasts will be in their element with the diversity of life around this part of the world.

Guests are invited to join the open vehicle safaris with experienced field guides and rangers. Enjoy two game drives daily in this Private Big Five Reserve, one in the early morning where our visitors will meet for coffee and tea before going out on an adventure, returning for a scrumptious breakfast.

In the afternoon high tea is served in the lounge area, which boasts an array of delightful and delectable treats, after which you are invited to join the afternoon drive. This is an exciting time as the sun slowly slips away and you may be lucky to see some of the night creatures as they start to make an appearance.

Your guide will find an ideal spot to enjoy a sundowner which is traditionally an African safari experience to listen to the sounds as night approaches and watch a beautiful sunset as the day ends. The game vehicles are comfortable and are at a height which presents good game viewing and ample opportunities for photography.