Sodwana Bay Lodge

When divers, fishermen and eco-adventurers can resist the call of the great African outdoors no more, they return to one place - Sodwana. In the heart of Maputaland, close to the pristine Lake Shazibe nestled behind the world's highest natural dunes, a short distance from the sea, Sodwana Bay Lodge has been carefully designed to match the rustic eco-orientated nature of the region.

The warm Indian Ocean currents of the Moçambique Channel wash onto the shores of Maputaland, a timeless realm of astounding bio-diversity and beauty. Here, on the relatively untouched eastern seaboard of southern Africa, wide lakes and extensive river estuaries shimmer with life, fertile swamp and sand forest abound with rare and protected animal and plant species, while towering dunes shelter golden beaches from the lush interior.

Venturing oceanwards, the seabed is bejewelled with coral reefs and formations of dramatic splendor, staging an unceasing pageant of every imaginable kind of marine life. Africa's renowned "Big-5" - elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard - are complimented by a rich array of antelope and bird species. Here the "Big-5" can become the prized "Big-6" as humpback whales spout and gambol close to shore.

The resort has a restaurant and pool bar. There is also a dive shop on-site for the rental of snorkeling and scuba equipment. Introductory dive courses and dive packages are also available (To pre-book: inquire from resort).

Alert Notes: Please note: No open fires are allowed on the resort. Gas braais are available; This resort is situated in an area where there are numerous wild animals. Caution is advised; The resort is situated 4.5km from the sea/beach. There is a charge to go onto the beach. Please contact the resort for more information regarding this; A gate levy of R30.00 per vehicle is payable. This fee is charged to all residents used for the upgrading of the roads within the property.