Makakatana Bay Lodge is a privately owned safari lodge set on the banks of Lake St Lucia within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage Site. The iSimangaliso Wetland park is one of the few natural wonders left on earth where there are unspoiled wilderness beaches, vast wetlands and game reserves all combined into one reserve.
Accommodation is offered in bright and spacious Standard Twin and Double Rooms, a Honeymoon Suite and Family Rooms. Each room has a private viewing deck, an en-suite bathroom with a spacious outdoor shower and a bath, a mini-bar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and air-conditioning.
Most of the rooms are set in the dune forest and are frequented by friendly warthog, red duiker, nyala, bush babies, birds and hippo. One room has a view through the bush onto a vlei and the other has a view through the bush onto the Lake. The Honeymoon suite is situated privately with views out onto a vlei. Large windows and terrace doors as well as mosquito gauze screen doors slide open onto private viewing decks, skillfully combining luxury and integration with the environment.
The main lodge area, set in the heart of Makakatana, features a communal area where all meals are served on either the raised deck wrapping around the lodge, or at the boma alongside. The lodge has a bar and a nearby private bush pool on the edge of Lake St Lucia.
Lake St Lucia supports 367 bird species of which there are only a few places in Africa that support such a concentration of bird life. Experience the captivating Wetlands by boat, or visit the world famous Big-5 Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve. Makakatana will take you to the golden, unpolluted beaches, flanked by some of the highest dune forests in the world. The virtually untouched beaches and pristine waters have the only turtle breeding grounds and tropical coral reefs in the subcontinent. Here you can snorkel, swim and take long walks on the undiscovered beaches of Cape Vidal. Enjoy a picnic lunch while the waves cool your feet and soak up the African sun. In season humpbacked whales, graceful whale sharks and schools of dolphin may be seen.
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Accommodation is offered in bright and spacious Standard Twin and Double Rooms, a Honeymoon Suite and Family Rooms. Each room has a private viewing deck, an en-suite bathroom with a spacious outdoor shower and a bath, a mini-bar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and air-conditioning.
Most of the rooms are set in the dune forest and are frequented by friendly warthog, red duiker, nyala, bush babies, birds and hippo. One room has a view through the bush onto a vlei and the other has a view through the bush onto the Lake. The Honeymoon suite is situated privately with views out onto a vlei. Large windows and terrace doors as well as mosquito gauze screen doors slide open onto private viewing decks, skillfully combining luxury and integration with the environment.
The main lodge area, set in the heart of Makakatana, features a communal area where all meals are served on either the raised deck wrapping around the lodge, or at the boma alongside. The lodge has a bar and a nearby private bush pool on the edge of Lake St Lucia.
Lake St Lucia supports 367 bird species of which there are only a few places in Africa that support such a concentration of bird life. Experience the captivating Wetlands by boat, or visit the world famous Big-5 Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve. Makakatana will take you to the golden, unpolluted beaches, flanked by some of the highest dune forests in the world. The virtually untouched beaches and pristine waters have the only turtle breeding grounds and tropical coral reefs in the subcontinent. Here you can snorkel, swim and take long walks on the undiscovered beaches of Cape Vidal. Enjoy a picnic lunch while the waves cool your feet and soak up the African sun. In season humpbacked whales, graceful whale sharks and schools of dolphin may be seen.
Accommodation is offered in bright and spacious Standard Twin and Double Rooms, a Honeymoon Suite and Family Rooms. Each room has a private viewing deck, an en-suite bathroom with a spacious outdoor shower and a bath, a mini-bar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and air-conditioning.
Most of the rooms are set in the dune forest and are frequented by friendly warthog, red duiker, nyala, bush babies, birds and hippo. One room has a view through the bush onto a vlei and the other has a view through the bush onto the Lake. The Honeymoon suite is situated privately with views out onto a vlei. Large windows and terrace doors as well as mosquito gauze screen doors slide open onto private viewing decks, skillfully combining luxury and integration with the environment.
The main lodge area, set in the heart of Makakatana, features a communal area where all meals are served on either the raised deck wrapping around the lodge, or at the boma alongside. The lodge has a bar and a nearby private bush pool on the edge of Lake St Lucia.
Lake St Lucia supports 367 bird species of which there are only a few places in Africa that support such a concentration of bird life. Experience the captivating Wetlands by boat, or visit the world famous Big-5 Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve. Makakatana will take you to the golden, unpolluted beaches, flanked by some of the highest dune forests in the world. The virtually untouched beaches and pristine waters have the only turtle breeding grounds and tropical coral reefs in the subcontinent. Here you can snorkel, swim and take long walks on the undiscovered beaches of Cape Vidal. Enjoy a picnic lunch while the waves cool your feet and soak up the African sun. In season humpbacked whales, graceful whale sharks and schools of dolphin may be seen.
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- Children under the age of 6 are not allowed.- Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking.
- Rates exclusive of laundry, iSimangaliso Park entry fees and conservation levies, curio shop purchases, telephone calls, gratuities, and extra outsourced activities.
- Gate Fees have been estimated for 2022 and are subject to change without notice.
- The park entrance gate is managed by the iSimangaliso Wetland Park authority and not Makakatana Bay Lodge.
- Park entrance fees must be paid in cash at the park gate.
- Entry permits to be handed back to the gate on exiting the park or a R600 penalty is charged by the Park Authority.
- Speed limit is 40km/hour. No trailers or motorbikes are permitted to enter the park.
- A conservation levy of R100 per person is charged which goes towards conservation funds
- Cost per person on entry is R66 per adult per entry, R45 per child per entry. R15.00 night levy R15.00 Communication levy.
- Cost per vehicle on entry is R80 for 1 - 5 pax, R110 for 6 - 12 pax, R160 for 13 - 20 pax, and R255 for 21 or more pax.
- Late entry authorisation needs to be pre-arranged by the lodge in advance.
- Guests arriving after gate hours will require a lodge staff member to meet them at Nhlozi Gate to escort them to the lodge.
- Late entrance after 21:00 attracts a R600 per person late entrance fee.
- Late entrance and exit are only permitted through Nhlozi Gate.
Honeymoon Suite - Room 6
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The Honeymoon Suite is situated privately with views out onto the vlei. This romantic and intimate room is the perfect retreat after a day spent in the bush or exploring the magnificent area. The suite compriss a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a romantic outdoor shower, as well as a bath fit for 2. The private deck is also suitable for private dining, which can be arranged with the lodge manager.
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Rates displayed are on a full board basis and include meals, teas and coffees, local minerals, beers, and house wines, excludes spirits, an afternoon game drive on the day of arrival, a morning game drive on the day of departure, and various full-day activities.
House Rules
- Children under the age of 6 are not allowed.
- Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking.
- Rates exclusive of laundry, iSimangaliso Park entry fees and conservation levies, curio shop purchases, telephone calls, gratuities, and extra outsourced activities.
- Gate Fees have been estimated for 2022 and are subject to change without notice.
- The park entrance gate is managed by the iSimangaliso Wetland Park authority and not Makakatana Bay Lodge.
- Park entrance fees must be paid in cash at the park gate.
- Entry permits to be handed back to the gate on exiting the park or a R600 penalty is charged by the Park Authority.
- Speed limit is 40km/hour. No trailers or motorbikes are permitted to enter the park.
- A conservation levy of R100 per person is charged which goes towards conservation funds
- Cost per person on entry is R66 per adult per entry, R45 per child per entry. R15.00 night levy R15.00 Communication levy.
- Cost per vehicle on entry is R80 for 1 - 5 pax, R110 for 6 - 12 pax, R160 for 13 - 20 pax, and R255 for 21 or more pax.
- Late entry authorisation needs to be pre-arranged by the lodge in advance.
- Guests arriving after gate hours will require a lodge staff member to meet them at Nhlozi Gate to escort them to the lodge.
- Late entrance after 21:00 attracts a R600 per person late entrance fee.
- Late entrance and exit are only permitted through Nhlozi Gate.
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The Honeymoon Suite is situated privately with views out onto the vlei. This romantic and intimate room is the perfect retreat after a day spent in the bush or exploring the magnificent area. The suite compriss a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a romantic outdoor shower, as well as a bath fit for 2. The private deck is also suitable for private dining, which can be arranged with the lodge manager.
Standard Rooms 1, 2, and 3 - Twin
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These Standard Twin Rooms each comprises 2 single beds, and an en-suite bathroom with a spacious outdoor shower and bath. The rooms are air-conditioned and each contain a mini-bar and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The rooms open to a private viewing deck overlooking the dune forest.
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Rates displayed are on a full board basis and include meals, teas and coffees, local minerals, beers, and house wines, excludes spirits, an afternoon game drive on the day of arrival, a morning game drive on the day of departure, and various full-day activities.
House Rules
- Children under the age of 6 are not allowed.
- Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking.
- Rates exclusive of laundry, iSimangaliso Park entry fees and conservation levies, curio shop purchases, telephone calls, gratuities, and extra outsourced activities.
- Gate Fees have been estimated for 2022 and are subject to change without notice.
- The park entrance gate is managed by the iSimangaliso Wetland Park authority and not Makakatana Bay Lodge.
- Park entrance fees must be paid in cash at the park gate.
- Entry permits to be handed back to the gate on exiting the park or a R600 penalty is charged by the Park Authority.
- Speed limit is 40km/hour. No trailers or motorbikes are permitted to enter the park.
- A conservation levy of R100 per person is charged which goes towards conservation funds
- Cost per person on entry is R66 per adult per entry, R45 per child per entry. R15.00 night levy R15.00 Communication levy.
- Cost per vehicle on entry is R80 for 1 - 5 pax, R110 for 6 - 12 pax, R160 for 13 - 20 pax, and R255 for 21 or more pax.
- Late entry authorisation needs to be pre-arranged by the lodge in advance.
- Guests arriving after gate hours will require a lodge staff member to meet them at Nhlozi Gate to escort them to the lodge.
- Late entrance after 21:00 attracts a R600 per person late entrance fee.
- Late entrance and exit are only permitted through Nhlozi Gate.
Cancellation policy
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These Standard Twin Rooms each comprises 2 single beds, and an en-suite bathroom with a spacious outdoor shower and bath. The rooms are air-conditioned and each contain a mini-bar and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The rooms open to a private viewing deck overlooking the dune forest.
Standard Room 4 and 5 - Double
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These Standard Double Rooms each comprises a king-size bed, and an en-suite bathroom with a spacious outdoor shower and bath. The rooms are air-conditioned and each contains a mini-bar and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The rooms open to a private viewing deck overlooking the dune forest.
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Price Includes
Rates displayed are on a full board basis and include meals, teas and coffees, local minerals, beers, and house wines, excludes spirits, an afternoon game drive on the day of arrival, a morning game drive on the day of departure, and various full-day activities.
House Rules
- Children under the age of 6 are not allowed.
- Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking.
- Rates exclusive of laundry, iSimangaliso Park entry fees and conservation levies, curio shop purchases, telephone calls, gratuities, and extra outsourced activities.
- Gate Fees have been estimated for 2022 and are subject to change without notice.
- The park entrance gate is managed by the iSimangaliso Wetland Park authority and not Makakatana Bay Lodge.
- Park entrance fees must be paid in cash at the park gate.
- Entry permits to be handed back to the gate on exiting the park or a R600 penalty is charged by the Park Authority.
- Speed limit is 40km/hour. No trailers or motorbikes are permitted to enter the park.
- A conservation levy of R100 per person is charged which goes towards conservation funds
- Cost per person on entry is R66 per adult per entry, R45 per child per entry. R15.00 night levy R15.00 Communication levy.
- Cost per vehicle on entry is R80 for 1 - 5 pax, R110 for 6 - 12 pax, R160 for 13 - 20 pax, and R255 for 21 or more pax.
- Late entry authorisation needs to be pre-arranged by the lodge in advance.
- Guests arriving after gate hours will require a lodge staff member to meet them at Nhlozi Gate to escort them to the lodge.
- Late entrance after 21:00 attracts a R600 per person late entrance fee.
- Late entrance and exit are only permitted through Nhlozi Gate.
Cancellation policy
before check-in
before check-in
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Description
These Standard Double Rooms each comprises a king-size bed, and an en-suite bathroom with a spacious outdoor shower and bath. The rooms are air-conditioned and each contains a mini-bar and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The rooms open to a private viewing deck overlooking the dune forest.
Family Room Jabulani - Room 7
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The Jabulani Family Room can accommodate up to 4 guests and comprises a king-size bed, and 2 three-quarter beds in an interleading room. There is a spacious indoor bathroom fitted with a shower that opens onto an outdoor bathroom with a bath and outside shower. The room is air-conditioned and contains a mini-bar and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The room opens to a private viewing deck overlooking the dune forest.
Room Arrangements
Rates
About This Room
Services
Bathroom
Room Facilities
Appliances
Extras
Price Includes
Rates displayed are on a full board basis and include meals, teas and coffees, local minerals, beers, and house wines, excludes spirits, an afternoon game drive on the day of arrival, a morning game drive on the day of departure, and various full-day activities.
House Rules
- Children under the age of 6 are not allowed.
- Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking.
- Rates exclusive of laundry, iSimangaliso Park entry fees and conservation levies, curio shop purchases, telephone calls, gratuities, and extra outsourced activities.
- Gate Fees have been estimated for 2022 and are subject to change without notice.
- The park entrance gate is managed by the iSimangaliso Wetland Park authority and not Makakatana Bay Lodge.
- Park entrance fees must be paid in cash at the park gate.
- Entry permits to be handed back to the gate on exiting the park or a R600 penalty is charged by the Park Authority.
- Speed limit is 40km/hour. No trailers or motorbikes are permitted to enter the park.
- A conservation levy of R100 per person is charged which goes towards conservation funds
- Cost per person on entry is R66 per adult per entry, R45 per child per entry. R15.00 night levy R15.00 Communication levy.
- Cost per vehicle on entry is R80 for 1 - 5 pax, R110 for 6 - 12 pax, R160 for 13 - 20 pax, and R255 for 21 or more pax.
- Late entry authorisation needs to be pre-arranged by the lodge in advance.
- Guests arriving after gate hours will require a lodge staff member to meet them at Nhlozi Gate to escort them to the lodge.
- Late entrance after 21:00 attracts a R600 per person late entrance fee.
- Late entrance and exit are only permitted through Nhlozi Gate.
Cancellation policy
before check-in
before check-in
before check-in
Description
The Jabulani Family Room can accommodate up to 4 guests and comprises a king-size bed, and 2 three-quarter beds in an interleading room. There is a spacious indoor bathroom fitted with a shower that opens onto an outdoor bathroom with a bath and outside shower. The room is air-conditioned and contains a mini-bar and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The room opens to a private viewing deck overlooking the dune forest.
Family Room Bukela - Room 8
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The Bukela Family Room can accommodate up to 4 guests and comprises a king-size bed, and 2 three-quarter beds in an interleading room. There is a spacious indoor bathroom fitted with a shower that opens onto an outdoor bathroom with a bath and outside shower. The room is air-conditioned and contains a mini-bar and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The room opens to a private viewing deck overlooking the dune forest.
Room Arrangements
Rates
About This Room
Services
Bathroom
Room Facilities
Appliances
Extras
Price Includes
Rates displayed are on a full board basis and include meals, teas and coffees, local minerals, beers, and house wines, excludes spirits, an afternoon game drive on the day of arrival, a morning game drive on the day of departure, and various full-day activities.
House Rules
- Children under the age of 6 are not allowed.
- Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking.
- Rates exclusive of laundry, iSimangaliso Park entry fees and conservation levies, curio shop purchases, telephone calls, gratuities, and extra outsourced activities.
- Gate Fees have been estimated for 2022 and are subject to change without notice.
- The park entrance gate is managed by the iSimangaliso Wetland Park authority and not Makakatana Bay Lodge.
- Park entrance fees must be paid in cash at the park gate.
- Entry permits to be handed back to the gate on exiting the park or a R600 penalty is charged by the Park Authority.
- Speed limit is 40km/hour. No trailers or motorbikes are permitted to enter the park.
- A conservation levy of R100 per person is charged which goes towards conservation funds
- Cost per person on entry is R66 per adult per entry, R45 per child per entry. R15.00 night levy R15.00 Communication levy.
- Cost per vehicle on entry is R80 for 1 - 5 pax, R110 for 6 - 12 pax, R160 for 13 - 20 pax, and R255 for 21 or more pax.
- Late entry authorisation needs to be pre-arranged by the lodge in advance.
- Guests arriving after gate hours will require a lodge staff member to meet them at Nhlozi Gate to escort them to the lodge.
- Late entrance after 21:00 attracts a R600 per person late entrance fee.
- Late entrance and exit are only permitted through Nhlozi Gate.
Cancellation policy
before check-in
before check-in
before check-in
Description
The Bukela Family Room can accommodate up to 4 guests and comprises a king-size bed, and 2 three-quarter beds in an interleading room. There is a spacious indoor bathroom fitted with a shower that opens onto an outdoor bathroom with a bath and outside shower. The room is air-conditioned and contains a mini-bar and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The room opens to a private viewing deck overlooking the dune forest.
Accommodation is offered in bright and spacious Standard Twin and Double Rooms, a Honeymoon Suite and Family Rooms. Each room has a private viewing deck, an en-suite bathroom with a spacious outdoor shower and a bath, a mini-bar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and air-conditioning.
Most of the rooms are set in the dune forest and are frequented by friendly warthog, red duiker, nyala, bush babies, birds and hippo. One room has a view through the bush onto a vlei and the other has a view through the bush onto the Lake. The Honeymoon suite is situated privately with views out onto a vlei. Large windows and terrace doors as well as mosquito gauze screen doors slide open onto private viewing decks, skillfully combining luxury and integration with the environment.
The main lodge area, set in the heart of Makakatana, features a communal area where all meals are served on either the raised deck wrapping around the lodge, or at the boma alongside. The lodge has a bar and a nearby private bush pool on the edge of Lake St Lucia.
Lake St Lucia supports 367 bird species of which there are only a few places in Africa that support such a concentration of bird life. Experience the captivating Wetlands by boat, or visit the world famous Big-5 Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve. Makakatana will take you to the golden, unpolluted beaches, flanked by some of the highest dune forests in the world. The virtually untouched beaches and pristine waters have the only turtle breeding grounds and tropical coral reefs in the subcontinent. Here you can snorkel, swim and take long walks on the undiscovered beaches of Cape Vidal. Enjoy a picnic lunch while the waves cool your feet and soak up the African sun. In season humpbacked whales, graceful whale sharks and schools of dolphin may be seen.
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