The Gorge Private Game Lodge Accommodation Oribi Gorge
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  • Property TypeHotel
  • Guests16
  • Rooms/Units8
  • Minimum Stay2 Nights
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The Gorge Private Game Lodge & Spa is a 5 star graded game lodge offering Oribi Gorge accommodation in 8 guest rooms.

About The Gorge Private Game Lodge & Spa

The Gorge Private Game Lodge & Spa is nestled in the pristine area of Kwazulu-Natal's South Coast, a mere 35km inland from Port Shepstone. Referred to as the “photographer's and nature lover's paradise”, it has been carefully positioned to afford guests access to 5000ha of Oribi Flats prime land in the Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve, one of the most spectacular natural wonders of our diverse country.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

  • Some of the Big 5
  • Game drives by arrangement

Accommodation

The opulent, eco-friendly design of the spacious villas boasts double volume glass, offering guests panoramic views of the magnificent Oribi Gorge canyon. From this vantage point, guests can enjoy the sight of the endangered Cape Vultures gliding on the thermals and our ever changing views. Elevated 4 metres off the ground, each villa flows seamlessly from state-of-the-art comfort and luxury into the unique indigenous coastal forest with its abundance of butterfly and birdlife.

Facilities

• Free Wi-Fi
• Air-conditioner with heating and cooling function
• Borehole Water
• Generator

DINING

Our talented chef prides himself on presenting our guests with exquisite fine dining cuisine. He uses his creative flair and passion for cooking to create our remarkable signature dishes. Guests can savour a selection of estate wines in the open-plan restaurant while interacting with the chefs as they prepare first class, fine dining cuisine with its distinct “African Fusion“.

HEALTH SPA

Experience a moment of complete indulgence, pampering and luxury at our lavish day spa which offers a range of therapies incorporating the exclusive products of Dermalogica and Africology. Professional therapists and breathtaking views enable guests to immerse themselves in peace and tranquillity. Day visitors are welcome to book treatments.

ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES

With our owner run establishment's emphasis on attention to detail, personalised service and a sense of “timelessness”, our guests are pampered in all areas of their stay at their own leisure.

Nature lovers will enjoy our informative guided trails through the indigenous coastal forests with its rich bio-diversity of plant, animal, insect and 250 recorded bird species. The Oribi Gorge bird list shows 250 recorded species including Cape Vulture, Crowned Eagle, African Finfoot, Ground Hornbill, Knysna Woodpecker, and African Broadbill. Most of Southern Africa's plains animals can be seen on our daily game drives.

ON-SITE ACTIVITIES

• Birding
• Game viewing
• Hiking trails
• Guided trails
• Swimming
• Fresh water fishing

ARRANGED ACTIVITIES

• Mountain biking
• Horse riding
• Golf
• Abseiling
• White water rafting
• Kayaking
• Deep-sea diving off the world-renowned Aliwal Shoal

Awards

• Travellers Choice Awards
• Lilizela Awards, provincial & National winner
• Luxury Hotel Award Winner
• Luxury Restaurant Winner
• Diamond Arrow Awards

Features you'll appreciate

  • swimming
    pool
  • always on
  • air-con
  • wifi
  • parking
  • airport
    transfers
  • room service
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Air-conditioning
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Hairdryer
  • Heater(s)
  • Mini- / courtesy bar
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Safe for valuables
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Television (with satellite)

On Site

  • Garden(s)
  • Health spa
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Laundry service
  • Parking (undercover)
  • Security (24 hour)
  • Smoking: in demarcated areas
  • Swimming pool

Loadshedding Facilities

What is loadshedding? Currently suspended.

  • Inverter and backup batteries
  • Generator
  • WiFi stays on
  • Gas cooker (stove)

Food & Drink

  • Bar (fully licenced)
  • Restaurant / dining room
  • Room service

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Transfers

  • Airport transfers

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Qty: 5
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: not allowed in this room type

Sandstone Suite

Qty: 3
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: not allowed in this room type

Includes:
Accommodation and breakfast

Excludes
Other meals, beverages, activities

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Guest Reviews

24 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

Loved everything regarding my stay, the staff was friendly and helpful. The treatment was out of this world .The place really is a 5star

August 2024

Nelisile Z. (Nigel)

Verified reviewexcellent

Excellent Place to be . Friendly staff which takes a lot of care . Can highly recoomend this magic place. Thanks to the Team for the unforgettable stay.

August 2024

JUERGEN W. (Ballito)

Verified Host

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  • Host on SA-Venues.com for 15 years

Need to Know

Child policyChildren 12 years and older are welcome.

Closest airport(s)Margate Airport - 35km
Durban International - 140km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 11h00

Gate closes at 18h30, arrangements can be made for a late arrival provided prior arrangement has been made.

Payment methods accepted by the property Visa, Mastercard, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Host on SA-Venues.com for 15 years

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