Game Lodges Accommodation Near Ongoye Forest
*All distances listed are as the crow flies, and not actual travel distances.
Ongoye Forest Reviews
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In the mid-1800s, the Ongoye forest in KwaZulu-Natal was the exclusive domain of Zulu king Mpande and his people who used it to collect plants required in the preparation of traditional medicines. All other activities in the forest were strictly banned which has resulted in a 4000ha section of Afromontane coastal forest being spared development and now protected in the Ongoye Forest Reserve. This type of forest is a rarity and only a few pockets remain throughout South Africa. Several rivers run through the reserve and birdlife is prolific. Ongoye is on the popular Zululand Birding Route and is reached from the east via Empangeni on rugged roads and over streams passable by 4x4 vehicles only, or via Eshowe in the west and on vastly better roads.
Although renowned for its birdlife, the Ongoye Forest Reserve has interesting hiking trails that lead through the forest, along streams and over green hills. Several animals are common in... Show more
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This is the ultimate experience for guests wanting to get close to nature without compromising on comfort. Guests can usually choose to stay half board, with breakfast, lunch and selected drinks covered, or full board, with all meals and selected drinks, at the game lodge of their choice. All guests will enjoy luxury amenities; with unique touches to decor and layout that enhance their stay in gorgeous natural surrounds. Wildlife and birdlife is abundant in the areas the lodges are located in, and guests will often have the opportunity to get up-close and personal with the animals, without leaving the lodge. For those in search of the more reclusive animals in the areas, often including the Big Five, game drives are offered. Getaway and experience the beauty of Africa’s bushlife, while staying in supreme luxury at one of our many Game Lodges.