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MAKAKAtAnA BAy LoDge
PRIvAte gAMe LoDge - isIMAngALIso WetLAnD PARK
An intimate, contemporary hideaway, Makakatana is the only privately owned lodge within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage Site, Africa’s largest natural marine estuary. iSimangaliso is one of the few natural wonders left on earth with unspoiled wilderness beaches, vast wetlands and game reserves all combined into one reserve. The pristine Indian Ocean beaches, combined with the St Lucia Estuary stretching inland for 65km, provide an undeniable attraction to lovers of wildlife. The lodge is positioned in the forest on the edge of Lake St Lucia and accommodates up to 22 people, enhancing privacy and personal service.
Five stylish Standard Rooms, one Honeymoon Room and two new Family Rooms comfortably accommodating four people, are privately situated along a raised wooden walkway frequented by warthog, duiker, nyala, birds and hippo. Large windows and screen doors slide open onto private viewing decks, with the Honeymoon and Family Rooms boasting al fresco showers. Select a special wine from the wine menu before a fabulous meal out on the deck or around a boma re. The park supports 526 bird species, ve different ecosystems and marine reserves. Look out for elephant, rhino, buffalo, leopard, hyena, hippo, crocodile and many other species. Full-day safaris include an exploration of the wetlands on a private boat combined with game drives and a picnic lunch on the Western Shores. A full- day beach safari and exploration of the Eastern Shores reserve and coastline, and Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Reserve seeking out the Big Five. 4-Star Lodge.
5 Standard Rooms, 1 Honeymoon Room, 2 Family Rooms | Transfers | Free Wi-Fi throughout Hugh & Leigh-Ann Morrison | 035 550 4189 | 082 573 5641
From R3900 pps including all meals, teas, safaris and local beverages
N2 North from Durban | Entry Fees apply - R55 per vehicle, R45 pp & R5 community levy - prices subject to change and set by the Park authority.
iSimangaliso Dukuduku gate entrance – 2km before the town of St Lucia iSimangaliso Nhlozi Gate entrance, 20km past Mtubatuba, P380 turnoff maklodge@iafrica.com | www.makakatana.co.za
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