Kosi Forest Lodge

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

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About this property

Kosi Forest Lodge is privately tucked into the tranquil sand forest alongside the Kosi lake system, located in the Isimangaliso World Heritage Park. It offers well-appointed rooms in a natural surrounding. The thatched rooms are raised on a wooden deck and offer roll-up canvas blinds. Each room features a unique outdoor and reed-enclosed bathroom. The dining area is situated at the main lodge, opening up onto a spacious wooden deck. There is also a bar and a shared lounge. Guests in Kosi Forest Lodge can enjoy their privacy, relax by the pool or choose from a range of activities, including guided canoeing, raffia forest walks and day boat trips across the lakes. King Shaka International Airport is 387 km away, while the border to Mozambique is 24 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free

    • Free private parking available on-site

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2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paula
    South Africa South Africa
    “Food was very good, staff very helpful and welcoming. We did a self-drive trip to the Kosi Mouth - beautiful! And the picnic lunch we had was really great - perfect wraps! Also enjoyed having dinner around the fire on our second evening.”
  • Bartels
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Incredible setting and venue. Food was outstanding. Well done Chef! Outdoor shower and bath, great touch Cocktails by the pool at 5pm...fun!”
  • Vanessa
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful lights at nights and excellent activities”
  • Teresa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Middle of nowhere, but very comfortable with delightful activities”
  • Jeroen
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Fantastic location. The staff is very friendly and cooperative. The houses are in the bush and well equiped. There is an excellent kitchen and a real private 3 course diner next to a fire in the middle of nature is unforgettable. The extra...”
  • Elizabeth
    South Africa South Africa
    “Location exceptional. Lovely,friendly,kind warm service and great food! Guides excellent”
  • Joachim_56
    South Africa South Africa
    “an amazing location great meals we had a private dinner on the beach (unforgettable) and last dinner was also a very special one all our activities were superbly guided and made our stay even more enjoyable friendly discreet and...”
  • Sonal
    South Africa South Africa
    “The food is exceptional, the staff are friendly and efficient and the activities make the stay so memorable. Highly recommended!”
  • John
    South Africa South Africa
    “The food was reaaly good. The location is great. Waking up to the forest birdsong was fantastic. The staff were really friendly and helpful.”
  • Cherie
    South Africa South Africa
    “The delicious sundowners by the poolside overlooking the lake where you can hear and see hippos is a must. The excursions are also a special treat, canoeing down the canals, the walk through the raffia forest and a cruise on the lakes. The history...”

Managed by Blessing Mngomezulu

Company review score: 9.7Based on 513 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company information

Brett Gehren was driving along the road looking for people to assists him with the building of the Lodge when he encountered Blessing and 2 friends. Blessing assisted with the construction of the lodge and stayed on thereafter as an employee. Blessing completed his Hotel School diploma through correspondance and moved to Thonga Beach Lodge to continue his practical studies. After some time there he returned to Kosi Forest Lodge and recently was promoted to General Manager. Blessing, his wife and family have their homestead in the community near the Lodge.

Property information

Kosi Forest Lodge situated in an unspoilt wilderness area of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, World Heritage site. This rustic 16 bed lodge nestled in a beautiful sand forest on the waterways of the Kosi Lakes System offers comfortable accommodation in wood, thatch & canvas chalets with romantic outdoor boma bathrooms. Please note that 4x4 vehicle is required to reach the Lodge.

Neighbourhood information

A nature lover’s & birder’s paradise which can be explored by guided canoe trips, boat trips on the lakes, Raffia Forest walks or 4x4 excursions to nearby pristine beaches offering excellent snorkelling. From November to January nocturnal Sea Turtle Tracking is available. Sundowners are enjoyed on the swimming pool deck.

Languages spoken

English,Zulu

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 to 16:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the lodge can only be accessed in by 4x4 vehicle.

Alternatively, a transfer can be organised by the lodge from Manguzini town, which is offered twice daily at a set time. The transfer needs to be pre-booked with the lodge in advance.

Please note that this property is powered by solar energy. Mobile network coverage is limited.

Please inform Kosi Forest Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property is accessible via an unpaved road, which may be unsuitable for some vehicles.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.