Isibindi Africa Lodges
South Africa – a country of contrasts with its fascinating peoples, vibrant history, breathtaking scenery and spectacular wildlife – is the place where the Isibindi Africa dream begins ...
It was while sitting on the banks of the scenic Isibindi River in KwaZulu-Natal, that Brett and Paige Gehren first started hoping that they could share their passion for protecting the pristine and precious natural wonders of Africa. Fiercely committed to conservation and making a difference, the vision for Isibindi Africa Lodges was born in the African savannah.
We selected our unique destinations in South Africa ranging from the world renowned Kruger National Park; Rorke’s Drift in the heart of the Anglo-Zulu Battlefields; Kosi Bay Nature Reserve and the warm Indian Ocean shores of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. With our devoted team we have created a collection of exclusive lodges to celebrate the biodiversity and cultural heritage of these areas. We have ensured that in establishing these elegant lodges in picturesque surrounds that we “tread gently on the earth” and that local communities share fully in our commitment to protect and promote this majestic land.
The Isibindi Africa family is distinctive by the nature of its people. Creative, fun-loving and knowledgeable, the hosts of our lodges and safaris are as passionate about our dream as we are. Dedicated to making your stay with us as exceptional as possible, these enthusiastic individuals with their effortless energy, will share their love of the natural world and the values that Isibindi Africa Lodges holds so dear. Our goal is to give our guests unforgettable and extraordinary experiences that will stay with them forever.
So whether it’s tracking rhino or elephant on foot, scuba diving on exquisite coral reefs, canoeing on shimmering lakes, encountering exhilarating Zulu dancers or sipping sundowners beneath an inky sky studded with a million stars, you too can be part of our vision to protect the wild, care for its people and educate, so that future generations can enjoy Africa’s wild and untamed splendour.
Thonga Beach Lodge
Set on the pristine shores of the Maputaland coast in Northern KwaZulu-Natal, this luxury lodge is the ideal place to discover one of the last unspoilt and undeveloped wilderness beaches left on the African continent. Thonga Beach Lodge is a magical place of tranquil swimming bays and snorkelling reefs, coastal forests, grasslands, bush, shimmering lakes and exquisite sandy beaches. Its crystal clear, warm waters offer unparalleled snorkelling and fantastic offshore scuba diving.
Rhino Walking Safaris - Kruger National Park
Rhino Walking Safaris specialises in luxury walking safaris in 12,000 hectares of pristine bushveld in the only wilderness concession in the Kruger National Park. Follow elephant paths and rhino trails on foot through this environmentally sensitive area that offers the Big Five as well as a diversity of fauna and flora. The concession shares a 15km unfenced boundary with the famous Mala Mala and Sabi Sand reserve, which has an abundance of wildlife moving freely between the two reserves. An optional extra is to spend a night sleeping on wooden platforms under the stars, at our Sleepouts.
Plains Camp – Kruger National Park
Plains Camp has four African explorer-style tents nestled in an Acacia Knobthorn thicket, which overlooks the spectacular Timbitene plain with its abundant wildlife. This 8-bed camp is built in authentic pioneer tradition and reflects the ambience of a 19th century naturalist’s retreat. An Africana book collection and antique treasures take you on a journey to a bygone era.
Rhino Post Safari Lodge – Kruger National Park
On the same concession as Rhino Walking Safaris is her luxurious sister lodge – Rhino Post Safari Lodge. From here we embark on twice daily Big Five game drives on our 12,000 hectare concession, as well as exclusive use of some of the Kruger National Parks’ public roads after closing times. In the spirit of wilderness areas worldwide, Rhino Post Safari Lodge has been specially designed and built to have minimal impact on the environment.
Kosi Forest Lodge
Kosi Forest Lodge is the only private lodge in the Kosi Bay Nature Reserve – an unspoilt wilderness that is part of the Isimangaliso Wetland Park, now internationally recognised as a World Heritage Site. The 16-bed lodge offers comfortable accommodation, fine cuisine and caters for a host of estuarine, beach and wilderness activities. Explore this unique ecosystem by guided canoe, boat trip on the lakes, raffia forest walks or day excursion to nearby coastal beaches. Discover one of South Africa’s best ecotourist destinations.
Isibindi Zulu Lodge
Located in a private game reserve in the heart of the Anglo-Zulu battlefields, Isibindi Zulu Lodge rises majestically from the rugged bushveld and is the ideal place from which to enjoy an exhilarating cultural experience. The exclusive 12-bed lodge is an architectural celebration of the Zulu nation and is on the doorstep of the Anglo-Zulu battlefields of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana. Enjoy morning or evening game drives or walks in the Isibindi Eco-Reserve, visit a traditional Zulu homestead or explore the local panorama with it’s gorges, waterfalls and rock paintings.