Makakatana Bay Lodge

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Makakatana Bay Lodge
Luxurious Accommodation
Big Five
Highly rated by guests

Experience unspoiled beaches, vast wetlands, boat cruises, and game drives on the banks of Lake St Lucia at Makakatana Bay Lodge. Set within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage Site, Makakatana Bay Lodge is the only privately-owned and owner-managed game lodge within the park, making for a truly unique and exclusive experience.

The World Heritage Site boasts 328’000 hectares of pristine wilderness and encompasses five major ecological zones providing for a truly diverse variety of fauna and flora.

With 5 standard rooms, 2 family rooms and a honeymoon suite, the lodge truly caters for all luxury safari holiday needs yet maintains an intimate and personalized touch. These elegantly spacious rooms are set on raised decks within the wilderness, allowing guests to completely soak in the essence of the enthralling natural surrounds.

The main lodge boasts a wrap-around deck, where scenic views are served with every meal. The intriguing ‘Old Crab House’ wine cellar and glorious private bush pool on the edge of Lake St Lucia reflect the enchanting character of this exclusive setting.

HIGHLIGHTS

Boating
Night Drives
Fine Dining
Deep Sea Fishing
Animal Encounters
Horse-back Safaris

Facilities

General

Bar
Restaurant
Pool
Mobile Connectivity
Laundry Service
Malaria Free

Rooms

Standard Room

FROM $275

Check-in: From 14:00 PM

Check-out: To 11:00 AM

With either double or twin beds the 5 Standard Rooms each host 2 guests in a luxurious and airy retreat. Set in the dune forest, the grounds surrounding the luxury suites are frequented by warthog, red duiker, nyala, bush babies, and a variety of bird life making each private viewing deck the perfect spot for a morning coffee or lazy afternoons. En-suite bathrooms with alfresco showers and bath integrate the natural environment with comfort and luxury for an authentic wildlife experience.

Features

Writing Desk

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor Bath

Air - Conditioning

Private Deck

Wi-Fi

Dressing Gowns

Verandah

Hairdryer

Mini Bar

Safe

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Family Room

FROM $352

Check-in: From 14:00 PM

Check-out: To 11:00 AM

With plenty of space for the whole family, the two Family Rooms each comprise a main bedroom with king bed, and an inter-leading room with two twin beds. The spacious indoor bathroom with shower opens onto an outdoor bathroom with a bath and outside shower making for a luxurious spa-like setting for relaxation. The eco-friendly interior with warm timber touches creates a luxuriously inviting and cozy haven for families to retreat to after exciting days out in the African wild.

Features

Writing Desk

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor Bathroom

Air - conditioning

Private Deck

Wi-Fi

Dressing Gown

Verandah

Hairdryer

Mini Bar

In-room Safe

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Honeymoon Room

FROM $303

Check-in: From 14:00 PM

Check-out: To 11:00 AM

The Honeymoon Suite is exclusively situated with views onto the vlei. Romantic and intimate, the unit is a perfect retreat for two with an alfresco shower as well as a bathtub for two. The private Honeymoon Suite deck is the ideal spot for a candlelit dinner under the African sky before retreating to the luxuriously spacious interior for a cozy nights rest.

Features

Bathroom

Wi-Fi

Dressing Gowns

Verandah

Air-Conditioning

Hairdryer

Laundry

Mini Bar

In-room safe

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