Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa

Natural landscape, View (from property/room), Balcony/Terrace, Mountain view, Pool view, Swimming pool, sunbed

Natural landscape, Hot Tub, Bathroom, Mountain view, Bath

Night, View (from property/room), Balcony/Terrace, Pool view, Swimming pool, sunbed

Bed, Coffee/tea facilities, Photo of the whole room, Bedroom, air conditioner

Day, Natural landscape, Activities, Other, Animals

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(129 Ratings)

Nature lodge in KwaZulu-Natal

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this nature lodge rental

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.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of KwaZulu-Natal

Nearby attractions

Isandlwana Visitors Centre and Museum

71.5 mi

Emakhosini

132.2 mi

Available Rooms

1 King • 968 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 807 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King or 2 Single • 645 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single or 1 King • 592 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa

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9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(129 Ratings)

Nature lodge in KwaZulu-Natal

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this nature lodge rental

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.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of KwaZulu-Natal

Nearby attractions

Isandlwana Visitors Centre and Museum

71.5 mi

Emakhosini

132.2 mi

Available Rooms

1 King • 968 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 807 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King or 2 Single • 645 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single or 1 King • 592 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(129 Ratings)

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10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Exceptional

Professionalism at its best

None

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Lovely stay with friendly staff

Staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful. Very great views. Not quite a 5 star luxury resort, but makes a good effort to get there. Our guide Promise was very helpful and knowledgeable and went above and beyond to give us the sightings we would find interesting. Henry was also very helpful.

Small things prevent this from being a location for overseas visitors. The quality of the finishing is lacking for a true luxury resort. For example the towles and gowns provided were like sandpaper. The spa facilities are lacking and services offered a bit dissapointing. Not a total writeoff, just that for a truely luxury vacation you would expect better. The food was below expectations. The butter especially was vile. Kids never ate as the food was not very good.

9.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Superb

Excellent food

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

An experience that will

the fact that they greet you on first name basis and you’re assigned a designated ranger who is absolutely amazing. the 4 course dinner was absolutely delicious the area is beautiful the staff were spectacular and the game drive was one of the best experiences ever.

not a lot of activities available to do within the lodge but the experience makes it up for it.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Overall an amazing Safari experience with extremely attentive staff!

We were extremely happy with the food, ambience and especially the staff! Our ranger Siya is very professional and knows a lot about the surroundings and animals. We always felt safe and were just overall happy with our stay at the Umzolozolo Lodge.

No real complaints on our side. But if we had to say something about the food, we would say: Maybe a variation of fresh vegetables in the morning (i.e. tomatoes and slices of cucumber) next to the bowl of fresh fruits would have made breakfast even nicer.

9.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

stay was great except the price we paid through booking .com

Very good all round, but the price Booking.com charged was too high, others stayed at the same place for a lot cheaper. am disappointed that we paid so much more

all good

9.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

We had a delightful stay. We loved the personal service we received. Great Place.

From the Welcome to the Farewell, we had a delightful time at Umzolozolo Lodge. We loved the personal and attentive service provided by all staff. Our room was lovely with a great outdoor shower and a balcony overlooking the game reserve. The Food was excellent and the portion sizes great. The bar staff looked after us well. We loved the game drives and the game ranger not only showed us 4 out of the the Big 5 but talked about the ecology and flora of the Reserve - she was fantastic. We plan to visit again as we enjoyed our time so much.

I cannot really fault anything about the Lodge, however the Nambiti Game Reserve roads had numerous, deep pot holes which made it a very bumpy ride - it was a little disappointing, however we noted that repair work was underway, which would of course improve the roads.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

A m a z i n g

Probably one of the best lodges I have stayed in - they really stand out in terms of hospitality and facilities. Staff is just so good, they always call you by name, personalise your whole experience. Spa experience was also very good, game drives were informative and we saw plenty of game including 4 out of big fives. It felt we were living in a movie. Just book it, it's worth it!

I honestly have 0 feedback here. But if I were to poke holes, I would say that Booking should really improve this review form, what if we dont have any negative things, can we not post review then?

8.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Good but can be better

Breakfast was very nice- but at 9000 a night in presidential suite I would expect not to pay extra for coffee at breakfast. Location was nice. Staff very friendly. It felts like they were staff short Most days. Most luxurious lodges includes drinks too- everything here is extra. Henry is a champion- he does just about everything! Sia is a great game ranger- very knowledgeable!

Drinks and coffee not included

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Wonderful treat, to embrace the natural beauty of the Bush

Loved the caring attitude of the staff, who worked very hard to make sure all our needs were met. We felt looked after the whole trip

Only thing, was a bit worried about drive from gate to main road, as been heavy rain during our stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

fantastic experience

exclusive, beautiful views, great food, excellent staff service

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Brilliant views from rooms and plenty of wildlife seen on safari

Great views from the room balcony and a bath with a view.

The last part of the afternoon safari was in darkness and very little was seen. It would have been better to set out half an hour earlier to have a chance of spotting more wildlife.

9.0 / 10.0

Sep 2022

good

perfect

none

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

superb

amazing views, really friendly staff, very comfortable and clean rooms. VERY knowledgeable guides

the pool pump running under the deck detracted from being in the bush. but that was the only minor negative

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Our anniversary getaway at Umzolozolo

Absolutely everything. The ambiance, decor, food, staff game drives and the animals off course!

There is absolutely nothing we didn't like about the resort. Our Presidential Suite ticked all the boxes!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Fantastic Bush Holiday

Comfortable rooms. Well trained staff. Excellent service. Delicious food. Well coordinated game drives. Knowledgeable guides.

Nothing - All good

10.0 / 10.0

May 2022

Incredible stay in the bush

Where to start? We had always planned on staying at Nambiti, given that it was founded by an old school friend of mine. I hadn't been to the bush for about 20 years and wasn't sure what to expect. Anyway, we had the most incredible four nights at Umzolozolo. Nambiti has 9 or 10 separate camps, all of which are five star. I was happy with our selection. We chose the 'honeymoon' chalet with private plunge pool and outdoor his and hers showers. It was palacial. The bed was something else, while the linen and towels were luxurious. The food was good - there was always more than enough for us and the selection was good - but it was the saff who made the trip so special for us. They were attentive without being all over us - they got the balance just right. Wanda, Robert and Henry were especially kind and helpful, while the waiting staff were also exceptional I can honestly say that it was worth every penny. We're already planning our next stay.

Nothing

10.0 / 10.0

May 2022

Exceptional

They knew us by name as we first walked in!!. Try and ask for Wonderboy as your guide, incredible knowledgeable.

Absolutely nothing, superb!!!

9.0 / 10.0

May 2022

I highly recommend Umzolozolo and would stay there again!

Everything at Umzolozolo was just perfect! The staff was friendly and made an effort to know our names. Our safari guide, Promise, was the Lion Whisperer - he was amazing! The park itself is very pretty and the hotel is perched on a very scenic lookout.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2022

amazing and luxurious weekend getaway

Ambience was great. Very friendly staff from time of arrival to departure. Willing to meet your needs. The Ranger, Siya, was knowledgeable and the game drives were well executed. Accommodation was of a high standard.

A heated pool will be welcome together with wifi connectivity in the room.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2022

I’m saving to come back ASAP

view, atmosphere and friendly staff

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

Cosy Lodge with delicious food and excellent service

Our vegetarian meals were excellent. We also enjoyed the spa treatments. Siya, our ranger, was friendly and very informative. He is very passionate about the reserve and went the extra mile to make sure that we had good sightings of the animals. Robert and his staff in the dining area were always warm and accommodating. Management staff were always around to make sure that all our needs were met. Excellent service all round.

9.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

very enjoyable

great food - very good ranger - excellent sraff

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2021

fantastic stay

A smaller lodge that catered for a private and intimate stay. The lodge had beautiful views and our room had a stunning private pool. The food was of the highest standard and we could hardly make our way through all the courses. The staff were all exceptional in their professionalism, attentiveness and local knowledge - Henry was fantastic and ensured that we had the best stay possible.

9.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Superb

The food was of exceptional quality....and met our needs. Staff were so warm and friendly. Loved our room. Our guide was fantastic. We felt so relaxed and comfortable.

With the virus...the cookie and sweet jars should not be left at tea station. The food and beverage manager needs to be more friendly towards guests.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Amazing, spectacular, such friendly staff who greated you by your first names.

All the meals were amazing. 4 courses. From the breakfast to the main meal at dinner, the presentation of the food on the plate was extremely beautiful and professional.

There was nothing I did not like.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Awesome experience

Incredible hospitality, staff went put of their way to make us comfortable especially Henry. We went with the safari guide Promise...who made sure we saw the Big 5 and the waterfall...awesome experience

9.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

I love Africa

Excellent facility, incredible game viewing, lovely Spa and very friendly and efficient staff.

Nothing

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Overall a great experience

The location, food , service and hospitality was amazing

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in KwaZulu-Natal?

The average price for a rental in KwaZulu-Natal is R 1,447 per night. This rental is R 4,189 above the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa. Enjoy the water!

Is Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this nature lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, fireplace, and smoking allowed.

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Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa

Nature lodge in KwaZulu-Natal

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of KwaZulu-Natal

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa

Nature lodge in KwaZulu-Natal

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of KwaZulu-Natal

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in KwaZulu-Natal?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge & Spa?

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