Amakhosi Safari Lodge is a privately owned Lodge situated on the banks of the Mkuze River in the northern part of KwaZulu-Natal. The 12000 hectare Amazulu Private Game Reserve with its mountain grasslands, wetlands and valley bushlands are unfenced, allowing the game full freedom.

An wonderful destination where royal treatment is normal to each day, and no two days are the same, making this concealed, unscathed paradise worthwhile exploring.

Relaxation at Amakhosi Lodge can be as simple or as grand as you desire, with tailor made activities for the convenience of guests. Enjoy picnics in the veld, or sundowners when the day becomes mellow. In the evenings, guests are treated to other variants of the African rhythm. Some nights Zulu dances provide live entertainment.

Artistic decor, African fusion cuisine and prompt attentive service, makes AmaKhosi a bush lodge difficult to match elsewhere in Southern Africa. The St. Lucia Wetlands and Sodwana Bay are a mere 2.5 hours away from the lodge and are well worth incorporating into your itinerary. Mozambique and Swaziland are also in close proximity.

The riverfront setting of the main building and chalets, all with raised timber decks, provides a platform from which to observe game. The main building has a spacious lounge, bar and dining area. Relax in regal style on the covered terrace, by the swimming pool or in the library, always in sight of the action at the water. This lodge was conceived as a declaration of privacy.

River Suites
Six luxurious river suites capture nature through ceiling-high windows and private viewing decks across the river. Each suite accommodates two adults with an air conditioned lounge, bedroom, bathroom with a bath for two, separate shower and toilet, safe, bath robes, fully stocked mini-bar and a tea and coffee tray.

Built in a shape of a Zulu shield and decorated in a typical Zulu style with a colourful modern touch, all suites are easily accessible from the main lodge.

Umntwana Suites
Umntwana, means "a child of Royalty" in Zulu. Slip into a nirvana in this ‘private kingdom’ with high thatched ceilings and glass walls. An open-plan design with spacious deck, a private bubble pool and hammock overlooking the river, truly spell ‘royal dwellings’, whilst an air-conditioned bedroom and lounge, fully stocked mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities and en-suite bathroom made for two, transports lovers into a fantasy world of their own where nothing else matters.

Ibandla Camp
This bush camp, which is sold as a separate entity to that of the lodge, is situated in a remote area of the reserve with dramatic cliff faces and running water over rapids in the river below.

This secluded spot offers two stone-structured houses merging perfectly with nature, accommodating four guests in two en-suite bedrooms. Ibandla camp is seasonal and can be utilized between May and September. It is a special place that brings one closer to nature than ever before with traditional South African cuisine prepared over an open fire.

Rates Include:
Luxury accommodation, Brunch (late breakfast), High tea (late lunch), Dinner, All local beverages and house windes and 2 game activities with qualified Game Rangers.

Rates Exclude:
Optional excursions and optional extras.

Location
On the banks of Zululand's Mkuze River in the 12 000 ha Amazulu Private Game Reserve

Lodge Capacity
16 adults. Children, all ages welcome - babysitting facilities available upon request

Lodge Facilities
Swimming pool with poolside loungers - library - curio shop corner - dining room - bar - inside & outside lounge - satellite television - conference facilities for 16 delegates - central communication center (email, phone & fax) also available at additional cost

Activities
Game drives - bush walks - traditional Zulu kraal – seasonal frogging, in season overnight walking safaris - massage therapy (at additional cost)

Game & Wildlife
A blend of savannah, wetlands and mountains, being home to ‘Big 5' game. Prolific cheetah as well as 15 species of antelope over 420 species of birds can been seen along with an interesting variety of frogs

Rates Include
Accommodation, brunch, high tea & dinner. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and house wines as well as 2 game drives per day, bush walks, frogging and transfers between the airstrip and lodge.

Payment
All major credit cards accepted. Regrettably no cheque payments

Season
Summer (October - April) - Winter (May - September)

What to Bring
We suggest a warm jersey or windbreaker for early morning game drives, suntan lotion, a cap or hat, binoculars and camera. Amakhosi is situated in a low risk Malaria area; however, please consult your doctor for advice. Basic first aid can be administered by a staff member at the lodge. Lodge voltage is 220V.

Health
Low risk malaria area
First aid available from trained staff members

Accessibility
By road, approx. 4 h from Durban and 5½ h from Johannesburg
By air, approx. 1 h from Durban or Johannesburg

Child Policy:

Children 0 - 5 years free of charge
Children 6 -12 years 50% of the sharing adult rate, if sharing with adults
Children 13 years and above, full adult rate It is not advisable for children blow the age of 7 years to join scheduled early morning & afternoon game drives, alternative arrangements can be made upon arrival with your ranger. Baby sitting facilities are available.