Stretching from the magnificent Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Mountains in the west across the expanse of the beautiful green hills of KwaZulu-Natal, to the rugged splendour of the game reserves in Zululand. KZN Wildlife offers unique encounters with wildlife and breathtaking scenery, where guests can satisfy their every desire for discovery, adventure and relaxation in some of Africa's most beautiful natural surroundings.
(Red Ivory is the royal wood of Zululand, the exclusive preserve of Zulu Kings)
KZN Wildlife's Red Ivory Collection of exclusive mountain and bush lodge destinations offer a truly royal experience of Africa. The lodges boast superb cuisine, an intimate atmosphere and exclusive safari activities (at Ithala and Hluhluwe Imfolozi).
Masinda, and exclusive luxury lodge is situated in the northern section of Imfolozi Game Reserve. With stunning views over the bushveld and a rich variety of wildlife on your doorstep. The three luxurious bedrooms each with en-suite bathroom, feature the art of the local Zulu people. Your dedicated guide will accompany you on your safari activities.
Mthwazi Lodge is situated closed to Hilltop Camp in Hluhluwe Game Reserve. This is a luxury 8-bedded lodge with large and dining room that leads out to a flagstone veranda and into the tropical garden with pool shaded by enormous trees.
Ntshondwe Lodge is one of the most spectacularly situated lodges in Africa. Nestled in the curve of a mountain and enveloped by trees and bush, the lodge provides a base for one of the most exclusive safari getaway experiences. This six-bedded lodge is situated in Ithala Game Reserve.
Rock Lodge is a tranquil exclusive lodge nestled on the crest of a hill and offers uninterrupted views of the Drakensberg mountains. The lodge has three en suite bedrooms. This is the ideal place for those wanting to get away from it all, to take a leisurely walk, a strenuous hike or simply while away the day with a good book.
is the Zulu term for the concept of the environment, while wildlife covers all aspects of biodiversity, including animal and plant life, land forms and ecosystems. The climate and wildlife diversity in the region is dramatic. This, together with the Zulu culture, makes KwaZulu-Natal and Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife a must to visit by any visitor to Southern Africa. KZN Wildlife's best known conservation success story is probably the saving of the when rhino from the brink of extinction.
Other major highlights include the declaration of the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park, and the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park as a World Heritage Sites - the culmination of years of dedicated conservation work. Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife is the forerunner of successful private conservation initiatives and traditional community involvement in the business of conservation and tourism.
KZN Wildlife has a new camp at Cathedral Peak - Didima. Cathedral Peak is a stunning mountain paradise and the camp has been themed around the art of the San people who lived in the area many years ago. The camp has 63 two-bed luxury chalets. The chalets are constructed to resemble caves with two units constructed back to back. Interleading doors allow the facilities to be converted into 4-bed family units. All accommodation has satellite television and fireplaces. The central lodge has a restaurant and bar. The shop supplies groceries and curios. Other facilities include a swimming pool and tennis courts.