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Boutique Hotels in South Africa - Elephant Coast

A place of natural beauty and diverse marine life, the Elephant Coast along the northern stretches of KwaZulu-Natal Province in South Africa comprises the continent’s oldest game reserve, pristine beaches with ancient dune systems along a... Show more

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South Africa - Elephant Coast Reviews

4.6 out of 5

Maritza van der Laan

Game drives, shops

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2 Boutique Hotels in South Africa - Elephant Coast. Enter dates to see full pricing and availability:

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Ghost Mountain Inn

Game Lodges, Boutique Hotels, Hotels in Mkuze

This intimate and beautiful hotel is the ideal location from which to explore the array of wildlife and coastal...

Babysitting Service

Breakfast included

Covid-19 Certified

Cleaning service

Parking on Premises

Breakfast and Dinner

Wheelchair Friendly

Conference Facility

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R1,760

Breakfast included

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Serene-Estate Boutique Guesthouse

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses, Guest Lodge, Boutique Hotels in St Lucia

Our guestrooms are very spacious and luxurious with big windows. From the Parkside suites, you can enjoy the...

Breakfast included

Covid-19 Certified

Breakfast included

Covid-19 Certified

Parking on Premises

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R2,030

Breakfast included

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South Africa - Elephant Coast Reviews

Maritza van der Laan

17 October 2022

Game drives, shops

Superb. 5 out of 5

Samkelwe Radebe

02 May 2022

On the day of our game drive it was raining a lot and we did not see a lot of animals. There were quite a few buffalos, saw 3 lions, impalas and some giraffes.

Fabulous. 4 out of 5

Anthony Zambelli

23 March 2022

The weather, people, and what's available!

Superb. 5 out of 5

Gerhard Booyse

20 September 2021

Isimangolisa Park and tourist attractions. Great coast line.

Superb. 5 out of 5

Dalene Crawford

16 February 2021

Unspoilt nature, a town where you can still walk around at night and feel safe.

Superb. 5 out of 5

Karin Basel

16 February 2021

Lot of activity.

Okay. 3 out of 5

Rajesh Umrao

27 January 2021

Wonderful safe and cosy!

Superb. 5 out of 5

Ashay Baijnath

10 November 2020

Cleanliness and the game park.

Fabulous. 4 out of 5

Ashina Dorasami

02 March 2020

St Lucia is amazing. Cape Vidal is a wonderful destination as well. Great fishing spot and love seeing all the animals driving through the Game Reserve.

Superb. 5 out of 5

Nikita Long

13 January 2020

Quiet, sunny and a true escape from the city.

Superb. 5 out of 5

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A place of natural beauty and diverse marine life, the Elephant Coast along the northern stretches of KwaZulu-Natal Province in South Africa comprises the continent’s oldest game reserve, pristine beaches with ancient dune systems along a vast tropical coastline, unique wetlands and tribal traditions.

A small settlement in the area is named Dukuduku, a Zulu word meaning ‘groping in the dark’ because of the thickness of bush and many wild animals, including large herds of elephants, in the area. This problem, along with flooding rivers and the threat of malaria and bilharzia are the likely reasons why the area remained unspoilt for so long. Today, the Elephant Coast attracts hordes of nature lovers, water sports enthusiasts and those seeking absolute solitude.

The Elephant Coast is the ultimate location for holidaymakers wishing to combine a beach and bushveld getaway.

Top 8 reasons to visit the Elephant Coast

1. Take a night time tour along the... Show more

A place of natural beauty and diverse marine life, the Elephant Coast along the northern stretches of KwaZulu-Natal Province in South Africa comprises the continent’s oldest game reserve, pristine beaches with ancient dune systems along a vast tropical coastline, unique wetlands and tribal traditions.

A small settlement in the area is named Dukuduku, a Zulu word meaning ‘groping in the dark’ because of the thickness of bush and many wild animals, including large herds of elephants, in the area. This problem, along with flooding rivers and the threat of malaria and bilharzia are the likely reasons why the area remained unspoilt for so long. Today, the Elephant Coast attracts hordes of nature lovers, water sports enthusiasts and those seeking absolute solitude.

The Elephant Coast is the ultimate location for holidaymakers wishing to combine a beach and bushveld getaway.

Top 8 reasons to visit the Elephant Coast

1. Take a night time tour along the beaches at Kosi Bay to watch the female loggerhead and leatherback turtles arrive in large numbers to lay their eggs in the dunes. This spectacle occurs between June and November and hatching happens 60 days later.

2. For Big 5 (lion, elephant, leopard, rhino and buffalo) game viewing, visit the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Game Park, a UNESCO world heritage site where concerted efforts are being made to conserve the rhino.

3. Scuba divers flock to Sodwana Bay for excellent reef diving. From the brilliant, colourful macro life at the Bikini Reef System to Quarter Mile Reef bursting with sharks and rays, the reef variations here are practically endless.

4. Purchase a colourful Zulu handcrafted basket or wood carving at Ilala Weavers. The site has a museum and a village where crafters can be seen showcasing skills handed down over the centuries.

5. Visit the fish kraals used by the local Thonga people in Kosi Bay to trap fish in the estuaries. Fish are corralled into a hand-woven basket suspended at the end of a reed funnel.

6. The coastline along the Elephant Coast is well suited for swimming, fishing and surfing with over 300 days of sunshine per year to spend on the unspoilt beaches and in the warm Indian Ocean. If you’re lucky, you might encounter dolphins to join you in a swim.

7. Take an exciting 3-hour guided kayak safari along the beautiful St Lucia Estuary. Be aware that the river mouth is infested with hippos and crocodiles! The area is renowned for its birdlife.

8. Immerse yourself in the Zulu culture at the Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge and Traditional Zulu Village in Hluhluwe. Watch the locals make traditional spears, shields and clay pots. While here, taste the Zulu beer and experience a reading from a Sangoma (witch doctor).

Transport

The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, between 200km and 300km from the Elephant Coast, depending on where you are located. Newcastle Airport is an alternate option. There are a number of airstrips in the area for incoming chartered flights, ask your host for more details. Car Rental agencies operate in most large cities. Collect a vehicle from the airport or you could order a rental online. There are no taxi services in the region, however, several tour operators offer shuttle services from the main centres to parts of the Elephant Coast.

Did you know?

In the past, many Zulu men would carry a knobkerrie, a type of hunting club made from wood with a knob at its end. Security guards on the late shift began decorating their knobkerrie using discarded coloured wire woven into beautiful patterns and today this tradition lives on, the knobkerrie now viewed as a treasured ornament rather than a hunting club.

There is a malaria risk in the extreme north of the Elephant Coast, take the necessary precautions before travelling into the area.

About Boutique Hotels

More intimate and personalised than larger hotels, guests can expect a warmer, friendlier stay at a Boutique Hotel. Boutique Hotels are high-end accommodation, and guests can expect all the usual luxury amenities expected from a regular/larger hotel, including wifi; tea and coffee facilities; and deluxe bedding, and then some. Most Boutique Hotels pride themselves on personal service that allows them to go the extra-mile - making it an ideal place to stay for guests celebrating special events or anniversaries.