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About this place

Ithala is a dramatically scenic Big Five game reserve near Louwsburg, set among rugged mountains and deep valleys. The flagship Ntshondwe Camp offers a lodge, self-catering and serviced chalets, a restaurant, pool and shop, while exclusive bush camps (Thalu, Mbizo, Mhlangeni) sit deeper in the wilderness. Game drives, guided walks and a 4x4 trail explore the reserve. Operated by Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife. Rates are per unit (Standard season) with an additional-person supplement.

Amenities

Safari Shop

Bird watching

Swimming pool

Game drives

Hiking trails

Scenic views

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KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa

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Availability

Any available room

9 rooms, sleeps 2 to 10

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A night is shown as unavailable only when every room is taken.

Where you'll sleep

Choose a room type. We confirm availability with Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife once you send your dates.

2-Bed Non-Self-Catering Chalet
2-Bed Non-Self-Catering Chalet
2
1
1
From R 760 / night
2-Bed Self-Catering Chalet
2-Bed Self-Catering Chalet
2
1
1
From R 760 / night
4-Bed Self-Catering Chalet
4-Bed Self-Catering Chalet
4
2
1
From R 2,280 / night
6-Bed Self-Catering Chalet
6-Bed Self-Catering Chalet
6
3
2
From R 3,040 / night

Nature

What lives at Ithala (Ntshondwe)

29 animals, 43 birds and 6 trees and plants recorded here or nearby.

SavannaBig Five

Rhino are part of the Big Five here. To protect them, no page, map or search shows where they are.

These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.

Location

Near Louwsburg, northern KwaZulu-Natal

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ithala (Ntshondwe) located?

Ithala (Ntshondwe) is in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The map on this page shows the area.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ithala (Ntshondwe)?

Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Contact the camp directly if you need to arrange early check-in or late check-out.

How many guests can Ithala (Ntshondwe) accommodate?

Each room sleeps between 2 and 10 guests. The rooms section on this page shows the limit for each one.

How do I book Ithala (Ntshondwe)?

Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom.

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