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- Property TypeGame Lodge
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Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge is a highly recommended KwaZulu Natal game lodge providing a wildlife experience for discerning anyone visiting Zululand.
About Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge
Established to protect the previously endangered white rhino now numbering over 1000 in the park, HluhluweImfolozi is a triumph of conservation efforts. Celebrate this legacy in exclusive luxury at Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge offering exceptional safari experiences in the heart of Big 5 territory.
Rhino Ridge is a newly constructed lodge of contemporary design with overtones of organic forms utilising natural finishes and materials. Rhino Ridge is part owned by the local Mpembeni Community and is the result of years of passion and energy to finally bring this uniquely positioned safari experience to the market.
The lodge is ground breaking in being the first private facility within Africa's oldest proclaimed reserve, HluhluweImfolozi Park. With access to over 96 000 hectares of indigenous land, teeming with game and the centre of Rhino Conservation, Rhino Ridge is ideally situated for conservationists, wildlife enthusiast and tourists.
At a Glance
What to expect at the lodge/reserve
- All meals included
- All of the Big 5
- Guided game drives included
- Safari / bush walks by arrangement
- Conservation fee applicable
Accommodation
Our interiors are thoughtfully designed, drawing inspiration from the ultimate architect - the natural wilderness. Our villas and safari rooms boast an organic and raw elegance that seamlessly integrates with the surrounding environment.
Exuding contemporary charm, our rooms are situated along a walkway that blends harmoniously with the cliff edge, providing breathtaking views of the game reserve and a bustling waterhole below.
Choose from four distinct room types
Honeymoon Villas:
Light-filled structures that merge with the bush, featuring private plunge pools with stunning views of the game reserve.
Luxury Bush Villas:
Eight glamorous villas with deep baths separated from the bedroom by open fireplaces, perfect for a luxurious retreat.
Safari Rooms:
Four elegantly appointed rooms with showers opening out onto the bushveld, offering an immersive experience.
Please see the individual room descriptions and photographs below, to assist you with your choice.
Experiences & Attractions
Visit the greater St Lucia wetland park, part of the Isimangaliso World Heritage Site. Take a boat trip on Lake St Lucia for crocodile and hippo viewing
Cultural trips to neighbouring communities such the Emakoshini Valley, Nongoma and Ulundi for cultural experiences. Don't miss the annual reed dance in November where over 30 000 maidens present themselves to the Zulu King
Rhino Ridge partners with Thonga Beach Lodge to offer the exhilarating experience of turtle watching during the breeding season between November and March
This region boasts over 400 bird species being one of the highest bird counts in South Africa
Features you'll appreciate
- swimming
pool - always on
- air-con
- wifi
- parking
- airport
transfers - fireplace
In Room / Unit
- Pool towels supplied
- Additional bed / mattress
- Air-conditioning
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathrobes
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom (separate)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Children: cot, highchair, etc.
- Complimentary toiletries
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Private pool
- Safe for valuables
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
On Site
- Fire pit
- Child friendly (all ages)
- Childcare / babysitting service
- Garden(s)
- Health spa
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Laundry service
- Parking (off street)
- Reception (business hours)
- Security (guard)
- Smoking: none indoors
- Swimming pool
- Wheelchair access
Loadshedding Facilities
What is loadshedding? It refers to the temporary suspension of electricity provided by Eskom, South Africa's electricity provider, to reduce consumption and thereby the load on the national grid. To compensate, South African property owners are turning to solar power, inverters with backup batteries or in some cases generators to keep the power on, wherever feasible.
- Solar power
- Generator
Food & Drink
- Halaal Friendly
- Bar (fully licenced)
- Complimentary tea / coffee
- Restaurant / dining room
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Transfers
- Airport transfers
- Other transfers available
Languages Spoken
- English
- Afrikaans
- Zulu
Rooms & Rates
Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.
Safari Room
Qty: 8
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
The Safari rooms are furnished with either twin or king size bed configurations. Each bedroom has a private shower room with a shower, toilet and basin that opens out onto a small viewing deck. Safari Rooms are configured in pairs comprising a common entrance lobby leading off to two separate bedrooms. The bedroom has a glass sliding door that opens onto a deck which is screened from guests in the neighbouring room ensuring your complete privacy. Our Safari Rooms have a private deck, double vanity, separate toilet, air conditioning, overhead fans, mini bar, safe, hairdryer, and tea and coffee making facilities.
- Pool towels supplied
- Additional bed / mattress
- Air-conditioning
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathrobes
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Safe for valuables
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Luxury Bush Villa
Qty: 8
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
The Luxury Bush Villa comprise a bedroom furnished with a King size bed or twin beds and a large bathroom with a rain shower, toilet and basin, along with luxurious bathtubs with wide windows that look directly onto the wild African bush. All rooms have a private deck, double vanity, separate toilet, air conditioning, overhead fans, mini bar, mosquito nets, safe, hair dryer, and tea and coffee making facilities.
- Pool towels supplied
- Additional bed / mattress
- Air-conditioning
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathrobes
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Safe for valuables
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Honeymoon Villa
Qty: 2
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
The Honeymoon Villa is furnished with a King size bed or twin beds and have an open plan bathroom with bath, double vanity, separate shower and toilet. The open fireplace is perfect for cosying up on cool winter nights. These dreamy villas have private plunge pools set on an elevated deck with spectacular views of the African bushveld below. The Honeymoon Villas offer total seclusion and privacy, and the king-size four-poster bed is romantically draped with dreamy white mosquito nets. All rooms have a private deck, double vanity, separate toilet, air conditioning, overhead fans, mini bar, mosquito nets, safe, hair dryer, and tea and coffee making facilities.
- Pool towels supplied
- Additional bed / mattress
- Air-conditioning
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathrobes
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Safe for valuables
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
RATES INCLUDE:
Accommodation, all meals, teas and coffees and two game drives per day
RATES EXCLUDE:
Transfers, park fees, drinks, gratuities and items of a personal nature
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Guest Reviews
8 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.
Verified review
We had a top class stay at Rhino Ridge, the staff were so good and you could tell they just loved being there doing there jobs! The food was incredibly good and plentiful. We went on a few game drives as well as the game walk which I would recommend highly, especially if you want to see amazing birdlife. All in all a good memorable treasure of a weekend.
May 2023
Tracy B. (Hibberdene)
Verified review
Fantastic lodge with beautiful views and excellent service. Highlights are the beautiful landscape, different vegetation vs other game reserves and an abundance of bird life, less the classical big 5 game viewing given the density of vegetation which makes viewing often difficult.
December 2021
Johannes E. (Johannesburg)
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Need to Know
Response timeRhino Ridge Safari Lodge typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.
Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome. Please note that children under the age of 6 are not permitted on game drives. Children game drives are offered after the morning game drive. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 13h00
Check-out by 11h00
Payment methods accepted by the property Visa, Mastercard, American Express, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com
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