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In the Hluhluwe and Isimangaliso Wetlands Park area, you can expect a range of accommodations from luxury lodges to budget-friendly guesthouses, often featuring stunning views of the natural landscape. Many hotels offer amenities such as guided safari tours, swimming pools, and easy access to local wildlife and cultural experiences.

Hluhluwe

Durban

Winner of Africa's Leading Luxury Lodge at the 2013 World Travel Awards, Thanda Safari brings man and nature together on a 14 000 hectare access-controlled private game reserve.

Situated in northern Zululand, Thanda Safari is home to amazing wildlife and over 400 different bird species. Find your balance at one of South Africa’s most exquisite bush spas or witness a hundred-year-old ritual performed by Zulu warriors.

Thanda means love in Zulu, signifying the deep connection the game reserve has with Zulu culture and native flora and fauna. Experience the ultimate in luxury in one of the bush suites or embrace nature at the authentic safari-style tented camp. Thanda’s public areas include a library, business centre, wine cellar and spa area, ensuring you hours of entertainment and pleasure.

Two daily game drives are offered to all guests at Thanda Safari.

Culinary masterpieces, prepared by the dedicated kitchen team, can be sampled at several venues, including your private boma. Safaris in open game viewing vehicles are conducted exclusively for Thanda guests on the low risk malaria reserve.

Thanda Safari

Overlooking the Umhlanga Lighthouse and Indian Ocean, The Oyster Box offers 2 outdoor pools, an award winning spa and free Wi-Fi. Gateway Shopping Centre is 2 km away.

The rooms at the 5-star Oyster Box are decorated with rich fabrics and furnishings. They include satellite TV, Mini Bar facilities and tea/coffee making facilities. Some guest rooms offer a private lounge area, patio and plunge pool.

The Ocean Terraces Restaurant overlooks the Indian Ocean and offers a delicious seafood and curry buffet. The Grill Room offers up the best premium steaks and seafood dishes.  Guests reserving Half-Board reservations are offered a signature set menu, hosted either in The Ocean Terrace or The Grill Room.

Guests can work out with cardiovascular equipment at the gym, followed by a soothing massage by one of the onsite experts.

The Oyster Box is set in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks and within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Free private parking is available.

The Oyster Box

Boasting a garden, barbecue facilities and views of garden, The Wilds Guest House is set in Hluhluwe, 43 km from Makasa Nature Reserve. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool.

The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a walk-in shower, free toiletries and a outdoor furniture. The guest house offers certain units with pool views, and units are fitted with a private bathroom. At the guest house, each unit comes with bed linen and towels.

The Wilds Guest House

Set in Hluhluwe in the KwaZulu-Natal region and Ubizane Wildlife Reserve reachable within 8.8 km, Hluhluwe Country cottages offers accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, an outdoor swimming pool and free private parking. It is located 11 km from Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve and provides full-day security. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

Offering a terrace or balcony with views of the mountain and garden, the units feature air conditioning, a seating area, satellite TV and kitchenette. Some units feature a dining area and/or a patio with an outdoor dining area. At the chalet complex, the units include a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Guests may eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and cocktails.

Guests at the chalet can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Falaza Game Park and Spa is 14 km from Hluhluwe Country cottages, while Makasa Nature Reserve is 41 km from the property.

Hluhluwe Country cottages

Ama Zulu Guesthouse and Safaris is situated in Hluhluwe and offers modern accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool and free private parking. Hluhluwe Game Reserve is a 15-minute drive away, while Lake St. Lucia is 11 km from the property.

All rooms are decorated in a contemporary style with touches of African culture. They are fitted with a bath, TV and mini bar. All rooms also have their own private entrances.

Guests can relax with a refreshing swim in Ama Zulu's large outdoor pool. There is also a hot tub and barbecue facilities.

Richards Bay is 100 km from Ama Zulu Guesthouse & Safaris.

Ama Zulu Guesthouse & Safaris

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Best Hotels for 3 Day Hluhluwe & Isimangaliso Tour from Durban

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