Establishment Details - Ezulwini Game Lodges
Ezulwini, the Zulu word for 'Place of Paradise', where Africa remains unspoiled. The emphasis at our Lodges is on friendliness and informality. Our staff are well trained and professional and we boast award winning chefs to ensure your stay is even more memorable. Ezulwini prides itself on being able to offer an exceptional African setting, indigenous fauna and flora as well as unique character and charm, to provide you with an authentic, African experience. All lodge rooms have new silent climate control air conditioning and heating facilities, mini bars and elegant mosquito nets.
Ezulwini Billy’s Lodge nestles deep in the heart of lion country and is surrounded by magnificent Knobthorn, Leadwood and Marula trees. This small haven perches on the banks of a seasonal river, surrounded by an abundance of large indigenous trees. The lodge features ample lounge areas, dining rooms and decks, sumptuous leather armchairs and exquisite Leadwood sculptures. Billy's Lodge also boasts one of the finest wine cellars in southern Africa, set against the natural rock face and resembling an ancient Bushman cave. It is the place to be if you are a wine connoisseur. This charming intimate exclusive lodge has 2 twin bedded chalets with en suite bathrooms and our brand-new ultra luxury suites. The suites have their own lounge area, private deck and plunge pool, indoor and outdoor shower and super King-Size beds. Tranquility and exclusivity are guaranteed.
"Intimate, Charming and Exclusive" describes this Lodge. Facilities include a curio shop, swimming pool, thatched lapa, open air reeded boma, formal dining room, bar and entertainment area with small library, a brand new cave wine cellar, and a choice of three decks on which to relax, one of which is accessed by our skywalk, which is 10 metres above ground level and winds through the tree tops.
At Ezulwini River Lodge the environment changes and you are on the river frontage of the famous Olifants River, largest of the Lowveld rivers, with large riverine trees and wonderful sightings of elephant, hippo and crocodile. The majestic Olifants River is the perfect backdrop to this fabulous lodge. Two of the largest trees in South Africa are to be found in the riverine forest near the lodge. A Sycamore Fig (Ficus Sycamorus) with a diameter of over five metres and a Leadwood (Combretum Imberbe) with a two metre plus diameter. River Lodge is the premier entertainment lodge comprising an open air lounge, bar and perfect swimming pool, all under a large thatched complex. Relax on the couches on one of two elevated thatched viewing decks overlooking the river or a game viewing deck set high above a massive dam frequented by elephant. River Lodge offers 6 standard rooms as well as the VIP Spelati Suite – sleeping 14 guests in total. The Spelati Suite has a spacious lounge, an outdoor bathroom and private deck, in addition to a king sized bed.
Directions to Ezulwini Game Lodges
Travel from Johannesburg on the Witbank Highway – turn off at Belfast and go towards Dullstroom- Lydenburg – follow the R36 to Ohrigstad, go through the Strydom Tunnel and take the R 527 to Hoedspruit.
At Hoedspruit turn left onto the R 40 Phalaborwa / Mica road. Travel 17 kms on this road and turn right into the Balule Nature Reserve / Ezulwini thatched entrance gate. There is a R55 gate entrance fee per vehicle, sign in at the gate and go straight, following the Ezulwini markers. Go straight until you see the Ezulwini / Sable Road sign at the end of the fence line and turn left. Go straight until you see the Ezulwini sign and take the right split of the road. Follow the sign to the main lodge (Billy’s Lodge) where all registration takes place.
SA Airlink has daily flights from Johannesburg International Airport to the Eastgate or Kruger Park Gateway Airport, where we will meet you on arrival. There are also direct flights from Cape Town International Airport. Flying time is approximately 1 Hour from Johannesburg and 3 Hours from Cape Town. Helicopter transfers to the lodge via the scenic Blyde River Canyon may be arranged upon request.
Unit Information - Ezulwini Game Lodges
Standard Room,
9
bedrooms,
sleeps 2
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Overview
| luxury thatched Chalets, air conditioned, twin or king bed, en suite chalets. Facilities include bar, lounge, library, swimming pool, viewing decks and an underground cave wine cellar. |
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Bed configuration
| twin or king bed, en suite chalets |
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