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Umzimkulu River Lodge

  • As Featured on Instagram
  • Capacity: 31 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 18:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Coleford Road, Underberg, 3257, KwaZulu-Natal
  • From R1 200 per night (sleeps 2)

Description

Umzimkulu River Lodge offers serviced self-catering accommodation on one of the most picturesque bends of the Umzimkulu River in the Southern Drakensburg. It is situated 203 km from Durban and 577 km from Johannesburg, in the foothills of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site.

Accommodation offered includes a Giant Cabin which can accommodate 12 guests, The Bower honeymoon suite, 4 cottages, and 2 units which can accommodate 2 guests in each. All units are equipped for self-catering and are situated just meters from the riverbank, offering stunning views. They all come with log fires and individual braai facilities.

The Mangrove cottage, Woodland Cottage, Giant Cabin and Pied Unit B are pet friendly units.

Honeymooners revel in the privacy of a luxurious suite and private deck and fishermen love it for the unrivaled opportunities to catch rainbow trout along the 2.5 km stretch of river.

The units are serviced once daily in the mornings, excluding Sundays and Public Holidays. Should additional assistance be required, a housekeeper can be arranged in the afternoons for an additional fee.

Activities include fishing of river trout and small dam bass, walking, bird watching, swimming, boating, tubing, the jungle gym, trampoline, and horse riding nearby.

This peaceful valley resort, which is 22 km from Underberg, provides the perfect location for a retreat from city life. Guests can rest and listen to the sound of the river and nature, or spend wholesome outdoor time with family.

Families love it for the unhurried old world country atmosphere with days spent picnicking under the huge oaks on the river island, boulder hopping in Thrombosis Gorge or just “messing about in boats".

Features

Braai Area
Pets by Arrangement
Secure Parking
Conferencing Facilities

Facilities

  • Bar
  • Braai Area
  • Games Room
  • Guest Lounge
  • Kitchen Facilities
  • Laundry Service
  • No Smoking Indoors
  • Malaria Free
  • Massage And Beauty Therapy
  • Pets by Arrangement
  • Personal Safe
  • Self Catering
  • Serviced Daily
  • Conferencing Facilities

Activities Onsite

  • Horse Riding
  • Fly Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Trout Fishing
  • Bass Fishing
  • Bird Watching
  • Cycling
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming

Activities Nearby

  • Horse Riding
  • Fly Fishing
  • Trout Fishing
  • Bird Watching
  • Cycling
  • Guided Walk
  • Mountain Biking

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Zulu
  • Xhosa

Conferencing Facilities

  • Data Projector
  • DVD Player
  • Flip Charts
  • Secretarial Facilities
  • Television
  • VCR
  • Venue Up To 30 Delegates

Parking Facilities

  • Secure Parking
  • Off Street Parking

Payments Accepted Onsite

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Cash
  • Electronic Bank Transfer

Reviews

4.5/ 5

Based on 34 reviews

Excellent

Cleanliness
4.6
Location
4.7
Value for money
4.4
Service
4.4
Safety
4.6
Guest highlights
Janet H
With partner
5.0
We loved the cottage with a fireplace, lovely big bath and walking along the river. Peaceful, relaxing in a perfect location.
Aug 2024
Damian B
With partner
5.0
Always so wonderful visiting with our pups. See stars.
Jun 2024
Dani C
Large group
5.0
Lovely stay. Lovely! The cottage was beautifully kept, clean and had everything you need for a fantastic stay. The lodge grounds are stunning and peac...
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Apr 2024
Jaco V
With partner
5.0
Food for the soul. Umzimkulu River Lodge is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy nature with its beautiful surroundings and excellent accommodation.
Sep 2023
Jean E
With friends
5.0
Our hostess was a gem, lovely place, friendly people. Lynne was an absolute gem, coming to our aid when we required ice, she made sure every day that ...
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Mar 2023

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Location

  • Coleford Road, Underberg, 3257, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Guests think Umzimkulu River Lodge is in an excellent location
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  • Capacity: 31 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 18:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Coleford Road, Underberg, 3257, KwaZulu-Natal
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