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Rhino River Lodge

Lodge Mkuze · KwaZulu-Natal
Aerial view of thatchedroof lodges in a lush green landscape
Swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas near a thatchedroof building in a garden
Large tree and hammock in front of a rustic house in a grassy area
A large thatchedroof building surrounded by trees in a natural setting
Bedroom with large bed canopy wooden floor and large windows showing greenery

About

Rhino River Lodge is a family-owned Big 5 safari lodge accommodation in the 57,000-acre Manyoni Private Game Reserve, Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, three hours north of King Shaka International Airport and 30 km north of Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park.

Accommodation

The lodge accommodates 24 people in Deluxe Rooms, Family Loft Chalets, two Private Safari Houses, a Cottage, and a Homestead. All options include air conditioning, ceiling fans, private verandahs, mosquito nets, tea and coffee stations, and fully stocked mini-bars. Private Safari Houses have spacious decks and private plunge pools.

Facilities

The lodge has a reception and curio shop, dining room, bar, lounge, swimming pool, and WiFi. Game drives run twice daily. Breakfast is served after the morning drive, afternoon tea from 1:30pm, and dinner is a three-course affair served around the campfire or in the dining room.

Location & Surroundings

The lodge grounds sit on the banks of the Msunduze River within Manyoni Private Game Reserve, one of the largest privately-owned game reserves in KwaZulu-Natal at 57,000 acres. The reserve is three hours from Durban and six hours from Johannesburg. The lodge is 30 km north of Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park.

House Rules

Check-in: 13:00
Check-out: 10:00
Children: Allowed
Pets: Not allowed
Smoking: Not allowed

Rooms

Family Loft Chalet 1

For small groups looking to share spacious accommodation for min 2 & max 4 people sharing, our Family Loft Chalets are perfect. Each cabin has two double bedrooms (a loft-style room & ground floor roo

King x 1 Single x 2
From
R9,300

Family Loft Chalet 2

For small groups looking to share spacious accommodation for min 2 & max 4 people sharing, our Family Loft Chalets are perfect. Each cabin has two double bedrooms (a loft-style room & ground floor roo

King x 1 Twin x 1
From
R9,300

Deluxe Room 3

Luxury en-suite room with a choice of king bed or 2 single beds draped with a large white mosquito net. a bush facing private deck, tea station as well as mini bar. Includes: Meals & Game drives Exclu

King x 1 Twin x 1
From
R10,000

Deluxe Room 4

Luxury double ensuite room with private entrance and verandah, tea and coffee making facilities as well as mini bar. Can also accommodate 1 child under 12years additionally Includes: Meals & Game dr

King x 1 Twin x 1
From
R10,000

Deluxe Room 5

Luxury double ensuite room with private entrance and verandah, tea and coffee making facilities as well as mini bar. Can also accommodate 1 x Child under 12years additionally. Includes: Meals & Game d

King x 1
From
R10,000

Deluxe Room 6

Luxury double ensuite room with private entrance and verandah, tea and coffee making facilities as well as mini bar. Beds can be made up with a choice of 1 x king bed or 2 x single beds. Includes: Mea

King x 1 Twin x 1
From
R10,000

Homestead

Minimum 3 people. Luxurious private house with private plunge pool. The house boasts 2 bedrooms, each bedroom is en-suite with outdoor Shower & indoor bath tub situated on opposite ends of the house.

Double x 2
From
R18,000

Cottage

Min 3 people. 2 Groundfloor bedrooms, en-suite with outdoor showers. 1 Loft bedroom with 3rd downstairs bathroom. Indoor lounge and dining area, private plunge pool on the outside viewing deck. Inclu

King x 3 Sofa x 1 Twin x 3
From
R18,000

The Hideaway

Perfect for couples wanting a little extra privacy, The Hide Away is a secluded, air-conditioned room with a double bed and its own private deck. At the rear is a walk-in wardrobe with a tea and coffe

King x 1 Twin x 1
From
R11,000

Location

Address

Manyoni Private Game Reserve, Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Get Directions → Mkuze Guide →
Sleeps 26

Directions

GPRS Co-ordinates : S.27.80169 E.032.10732
We strongly recommend NOT using GPS and instead following the written directions below.

NB: Please do not attempt to reach the lodge via the D464 unless you have a 4 x 4

We are 300ks from Durban. When traveling north on the N2 from Durban, approximate

Full directions →

Activities

Bird Watching Morning Big 5 Game Drives Evening Big 5 Game Drives Sundowner Stops In The Bush Priority Species Tracking Wildlife Conservation Safari Pangolin Conservation Experience K-9 Unit Training Rhino Orphanage Visit

Facilities

Swimming Pool Wi-Fi Free Parking Bar Air Conditioning Deck

Accommodation in Mkuze

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