Makakatana Bay Lodge

Experience the magic and wonder of unspoiled beaches, vast wetlands, game drives, and an unforgettable boat cruise on Lake St Lucia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This family owned and run Lodge is situated on the western shores of Lake St Lucia, in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KwaZulu-Natal. You will get to experience the home to more than 1000 hippo and 1200 crocodile on our personalised adventure-filled safaris exploring this treasured park. Our passionate rangers take you on full-day safaris to explore the Wetlands, coastal dune forests, pristine beaches seeking out wildlife and over 530 bird species.

About the Makakatana Bay Lodge

Where in the world can you experience the magic and wonder of unspoiled beaches, vast wetlands, game drives, and an unforgettable boat cruise on Lake St Lucia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This family owned and run Lodge is situated on the western shores of Lake St Lucia, in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KwaZulu-Natal.  You will get to experience the home to more than 1000 hippo and 1200 crocodile on a personalized adventure filled safaris exploring this treasured park.  Passionate guides take you on full-day safaris to explore the Wetlands, coastal dune forests, pristine beaches seeking out wildlife and over 530 bird species. 

The Lodge itself only has 8 individual suites set privately in the dune forest and interconnected via raised walkways, it is small and intimate. An outside boma is the prefered location for dinners around a fire under the african skies each night.

Makakatana is proud to be a Solar Safari Lodge that runs on a hybrid system.

The lodge is located in the St Lucia of the KwaZulu-Natal.

Features

The lodge is rated as Luxury Lodge by TGCSA.

Room facilities include Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah,

The lodges appeals to a number of special interests such as Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine,

There are numerous activities on site such as Bird Watching, Boating, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Viewing Hide, High Tea, Night Drives, Safaris,

Activities off site include Animal Encounters, Beach, Big 5, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Deep Sea Fishing, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Golf, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Massages, River Cruises, Safaris, Snorkeling, Tennis Court, Turtle Tracking, Whale Watching,

The property boasts a number of facilities Bar, Laundry Service (Available), Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking,

Languages spoken include and available services are Airport Shuttle (Available),Babysitting Service,Credit Card,

Activities

The lodge offers some unique activities to suit your tastes.

Afternoon and Morining Wetland Game Drives

Day 1: Afternoon Wetland Safari Drive

On the day of arrival you can enjoy an afternoon wetland drive where you get a taste of this enchanting pristine park with the immense bird and wildlife, great and small, on our luxury open safari vehicles. You get to enjoy a drink under the magical colours of the sunset skies while absorbing sounds and smells of the night setting in. Sightings could include: giraffe, wildebeest, buffalo, zebra, hyena, waterbuck, serval, porcupine, genet, leopard and elephant.

Full Day Boat and Western Shores Safari

Day 2: Lake Wetland Boat Safari

After breakfast (09h00) you will enjoy a safari game drive through the western shores to the Makakatana boat where Warwick our skipper eagerly awaits. Enjoy a two hour leisurely cruise on Lake St Luica Estuary, Africa’s largest estuarine system. You will see crocodile and lots of hippo, as well as birdlife (over 530 Species in the area). Afterwards, your guide sets up a picnic lunch in bush before returning to the lodge (15h00).

* You need to spend 2 nights at Makakatana where a full day is available to do this safari.

Full Day Beach & Eastern Shores Safari

Day 3: Beach and Eastern Shores Safari

After breakfast (09h00) you will enjoy a leisurely safari game drive through the western shores through to the eastern shores to a pristine beach on the Indian Ocean iSimangaliso coastline where you can enjoy a swim, snorkel and picnic lunch in the highest vegetated sand dunes in Africa. After your sun charged day, you return back to the lodge (15h00) with salt on your skin and windswept hair to be welcomed back for high tea.

Eco Boat trips

Makakatana Bay Lodge has two SOLAR powered eco boats in front of the lodge. Great morning trips are offered to explore Lake St Lucia shoreline for hippo watching and bird watching. This is weather permitting and will be offered to guests as an alternative option to the morning game drive.

More Activiites

Day 4 - If you are spending 4 nights or more at Makakatana, there are a few more activity options that you book.

* Morning Wetland drive, day at leisure, Afternoon Wetland drive or Night drive
* Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game reserve (full day)
* Western Shores morning drive & brunch in the park

Or you can book activities with service providers in St Lucia:
* Specialist birder tour
* Deep sea fishing
* Whale watching
* Horse riding on the beach or in the eastern shores reserve.
*****Prices on request*****

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