African Safari

Phinda Vlei Lodge

02:12, 30 May 2008 .. Posted in Land of legends .. Link

Vlei Lodge: Six stilted glass and thatch suites in the rare Dry Sand Forest. Each suite features an en-suite bathroom with twin hand basins, bath, separate shower and separate w.c. All suites have a personal bar on the deck and private plunge pools. Inviting and stylishly designed sitting and dining areas with fireplaces and expansive viewing decks.

Phinda Vlei Lodge guests are welcome to visit the African crafts shop at Forest Lodge.

- Phinda Reserve is the winner of the British Airways Tourism for Tomorrow regional award (1998 – Southern Hemisphere)
- Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World
- Dynamic model in wise land management and creative wildlife conservation
- Affords guests an insight into Zulu culture, crafts, history, tradition and modern day living
- Seven distinctly different habitats
- “Big five” destination with excellent cheetah, white rhino, elephant, nyala and lion viewing
- Diverse bird viewing with approximately 400 different species. There are five species endemic to the region
- Rare sand forest habitats are home to the shy suni and red duiker
- Largest privately owned population of nyala in the world
- Proximity of Phinda Reserve to the Indian Ocean offers guests a unique opportunity of viewing elephant, turtles, cheetah, whale sharks, rhino and dolphins all in one day

Phinda Rock Lodge

02:00, 30 May 2008 .. Posted in Land of legends .. Link

Phinda Eco Reserve - 15 000 hectares - lies in the Maputaland region of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Phinda neighbours the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park to the east and is only 30km due west of the white fringed beaches of the Indian Ocean

Phinda rock lodge: Six exceptional suites suspended from the side of a rocky cliff. Each suite has a spacious bedroom with bath, shower, twin hand basins and separate w.c. All suites have their own private sitting area, personal bar, plunge pool and deck offering unrivalled views of spectacular Leopard Rock and the valley.

The guest dining and sitting areas have imposing fireplaces and open out onto a shaded deck with sweeping views of the Lebombo Mountains and bushveld below and beyond. Guests are welcome to visit the African crafts shop at Phinda Mountain Lodge.

Phinda Forest Lodge

10:49, 29 May 2008 .. Posted in Land of legends .. Link

Phinda Forest Lodge lies within 15 000 hectares of Phinda Private Game Reserve (northern sector), in the Maputaland region of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Phinda neighbours the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park to the east and is only 30km due west of the white fringed beaches of the Indian Ocean.

The 16 air conditioned glass chalets at Phinda Forest Lodge are built on stilts and float gently between the rare sand forest floor below and towering torchwood trees above. The chalets are situated to ensure absolute privacy and each bathroom features twin basins, bath, separate shower and separate w.c. All chalets have a personal bar on their private verandah.

Twice daily game drives in open game-viewing vehicles, nature walks and excellent birding in the Phinda Private Game Reserve. White rhino tracking with a professional guide are available. (this activity will require advance booking). Riverboat cruises and canoeing along the Mzinene River. Visit to the local community school and clinic.

Three Threes

10:37, 29 May 2008 .. Posted in Land of legends .. Link

Each of the six suites overlook the secluded malaria-free Mfazimnyama Valley of Spioenkop Game Reserve, where aloes, acacias, giraffe, zebra and rhino create a truly quintessential African setting in the foothills of the Drakensberg.

Three Tree Hill Lodge owners and hosts Simon and Cheryl Blackburn invite you to relax and explore this spectacular area. Large Colonial verandahs, a library of Africana, a secluded pool and sweeping views of the 'Kop and the Drakensberg infuse the experience with a tangible sense of history. The sundeck and wide verandah are ideal for sundowners overlooking the hills.

Explore our surrounding pristine Battlefields of the Anglo-Boer War on foot or on horseback, hike in the breathtaking Drakensberg, a Natural and Cultural World Heritage Site as well as view game and watch over 275 bird species recorded in the area with your qualified and experienced guide.

Hotel Izulu

10:25, 29 May 2008 .. Posted in Land of legends .. Link

Hotel Izulu is a 19-suite, five-star, award-winning boutique property in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast set amid subtropical lush gardens. A gold-star rated beauty spa and a fine-dining restaurant are among the facilities at the Ballito-based hotel.

The historic sites of Shaka’s Rock, where King Shaka tested the courage of his Zulu warriors by having them leap from the rocks into the sea; KwaDukuza-Stanger, home to King Shaka’s memorial and Shakaskraal, once the site of King Shaka’s royal military homestead are within easy reach.

Hotel Izulu is also close to the Indian Ocean, playground of bottlenose dolphins which frolic in the waters close to shore and are visible all year round. Whales can also be spotted on their annual migration to Mozambique. There are six, first-class golf courses nearby and the hotel provides complimentary transport.

Fugitives drift

12:17, 20 May 2008 .. Posted in Land of legends .. Link

If one tried to dream up geography and topography for the clash between two great empires, one could hardly come up with a more fantastic scene than these famous battlefields, where the opening battles of the Anglo Zulu War were fought.

Fugitives drift

David and Nicky Rattray, pioneers of Heritage Tourism in South Africa, created award winning facilities for visitors to savour the extraordinary saga of the Anglo Zulu War. Stay at 2 of the finest lodges in the area, never mind Africa and they would be Fugitives Drift Lodge and Fugitives Drift Guest House

Glorious views over the nature reserve, boasting prolific birdlife, many species of game, horse-rides and walks provide a unique appeal. Famous for its tours to the Zulu War battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, one an ignominious British defeat, the other a defence that saw 11 VCs awarded in a single action. Marvellous collection of Zulu War relics.

Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse

12:08, 20 May 2008 .. Posted in Land of legends .. Link

Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse is an exciting gourmet getaway in an idyllic setting in the warm heart of the Drakensberg Mountains of KwaZulu-Natal near Giant’s Castle. Renowned owner and chef Richard Poynton creates menus with passion, flair and above all – flavour. Home-grown vegetables and herbs plus local ingredients make dining at Cleopatra a legendary experience. Mouse’s original decorating has created a tasteful, interesting and relaxed environment ideal for that home-from-home feeling. Log fires, an underground wine cellar and a wonderful dining room over the trout-stocked dam create a rare experience. With only eleven rooms Cleopatra ensures a quiet, peaceful stay surrounded by caring staff. San (bushmen) rock art, flora, hiking, swimming, riding, birding and fishing make Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse an all-round experience never to be forgotten.

Winners of:
• 5 Star Chef – Wine magazine 2003, 2004
• Best New Restaurant – Eat Out 2003
• AA GOLD ACHIEVER AWARD
2003, 2004
• Top 100 Restaurants – 2001-2004
• Best First Cookbook in the World
(in English) by the Gourmand World
Cookbook Awards 2005

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