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About this place
Zululand Lodge is a privately owned tented camp on a private wildlife conservancy north of Hluhluwe town, in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The lodge is built on a slope with breathtaking views of the Msinene River valley and surrounding bushveld. The camp offers 9 tastefully decorated en-suite permanent canvas tents sleeping up to 18 people, on a lunch, dinner, bed and breakfast basis that also includes a guided conservancy walk.
The elegantly furnished central lodge has a sprawling open-air cushioned lounge, a large dining area serving home-made meals with a range of traditional food, a small reference library, and an upstairs viewing deck and bar with uninterrupted views and spectacular sunsets. A small waterhole in front of camp attracts nyala, zebra, impala and wonderful birdlife, and at night stories are shared round the campfire in the star-studded boma. Self-service tea and coffee are available in the dining area all day, with a limited range of drinks at the viewing deck bar.
Locally guided bush walks give the opportunity to observe the abundant birdlife along the Msinene River and to spot some of the plains game that roams free on the reserve, including the shy nyala antelope. The camp was designed and built from the ground up as an environmentally sustainable project: fully off grid on solar power with LED lighting throughout, rainwater harvesting, biodegradable soaps and a double septic system, staffed 90% from the local community with an in-house training and development programme. The conservancy, once a mixed cattle and game farm, is being rehabilitated to wildlife conservation through soil erosion control, reintroduction of wildlife, fence removal and anti-poaching efforts. The camp is very proud of its resident leopard population and hippo pods.
The Msinene River is a tributary of the World Heritage listed iSimangaliso Wetland Park, and the reserve sits close to the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi, Phinda and Mkhuze game reserves and Lake St Lucia. You can self-drive in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi and Mkhuze, or book a guided open-vehicle game drive with a local guide. Lake St Lucia offers boat cruises and canoeing, Sodwana Bay (70 km) offers scuba diving, and there are community craft stalls and coffee shops in nearby Mduku and Hluhluwe. Whether you are a couple looking for a tranquil wilderness break, keen birders or a family wanting quality time together, Zululand Lodge is the ideal getaway.
Amenities
Lounge
Bed linen
Nature trails
Swimming pool
Dinner Available
Towels
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Availability
Any available room
2 rooms, sleeps 2 to 2
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October 2026
November 2026
A night is shown as unavailable only when every room is taken.
Where you'll sleep
2 room types, sleeps 2
20 m² · Double bed · 2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
Individually positioned amongst the indigenous vegetation for privacy, each en-suite Safari Tent has a double bed, comfortable linen, bedside reading lamps and a luggage rack, plus a private deck for appreciating the tranquillity of the bush. The en-suite bathroom has a flushing toilet and hot-water shower (gas geyser), stocked with bath and hand towels. Rates are per person on a full-board basis: lunch, dinner, bed and breakfast, self-service tea and coffee in the lodge, and a guided conservancy walk are all included. Two of the nine tents have this double-bed configuration.
20 m² · Two three-quarter beds · 2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
Individually positioned amongst the indigenous vegetation for privacy, each en-suite Safari Tent has two three-quarter beds, comfortable linen, bedside reading lamps and a luggage rack, plus a private deck for appreciating the tranquillity of the bush. The en-suite bathroom has a flushing toilet and hot-water shower (gas geyser), stocked with bath and hand towels. Rates are per person on a full-board basis: lunch, dinner, bed and breakfast, self-service tea and coffee in the lodge, and a guided conservancy walk are all included. Seven of the nine tents have this twin configuration.
Nature
What lives at Zululand Lodge
8 animals and 11 birds recorded here or nearby.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
About Hluhluwe
Important information
Check-in and check-outIn 14:00 · Out 10:00
Check-in Time
14:00 - 18:00
Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.
Check-out Time
By 10:00
Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.
Cancellation and changes50% refund 30+ days
Refund schedule
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
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Deposit Required25% deposit
25% Deposit Required
Deposit Due at Booking
The 25% deposit is required when you make your booking
Balance (75%)
due 30 days before check-in
Host Deposit Terms
Reservations & Payment All reservations must be made in writing by email. A non-refundable deposit of 20% is required to confirm a booking, unless by prior written agreement. Balance of payment is due 30 days prior to arrival. Reservations remain provisional until the deposit is received. Cancellations must be made in writing by email: more than 60 days prior — 20% fees; 59–15 days — 75% fees; 14–0 days — 90% fees. Payment by bank transfer (EFT) to the account details on the invoice. The lodge is a cash-free establishment. Please ensure the sender pays all bank transfer charges. Forward dietary requirements to reservations 2 weeks prior to travel.
Pet policyNo pets
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed
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Before you book
Payment terms
A 25% deposit is required at booking, with the balance due 30 days before check-in.
Cancellation PolicyStrict
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
Note: The 2.5% conservation contribution, payment processing fees, and any applicable referral commissions are non-refundable in the event of cancellation. Conservation contribution fees (2.5%) support conservation and community projects in the destinations you visit. Payment processing fees are absorbed by Spekboom for completed bookings, but cannot be recovered once a booking is cancelled. Referral commissions, where applicable, are paid to the referring party upon booking confirmation.
Payout Protection: Guest payments are held until the free cancellation window passes. This protects guests who cancel within their cancellation window and ensures hosts receive guaranteed payouts after the cancellation period ends.
House rules
Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in from 14:00 • Check-out by 10:00
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Zululand Lodge located?
Zululand Lodge is in Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The map on this page shows the area.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Zululand Lodge?
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Contact the host directly if you need to arrange early check-in or late check-out.
How many guests can Zululand Lodge accommodate?
Safari Tent (Double) (2 of them) sleeps 2 each and Safari Tent (Twin) (7 of them) sleeps 2 each.
What causes does a booking at Zululand Lodge support?
A portion of every booking at Zululand Lodge contributes to BirdLife South Africa. See the property's causes section for how the funds are used.
How do I book Zululand Lodge?
Select your dates on the Zululand Lodge property page and submit a booking request. The host confirms availability, then you pay securely through Spekboom to complete the reservation.
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