Located on a small game farm with sand forest vegetation, in the heart of Zululand, Emdoneni Lodge with Zululand Cat Conservation Project has spacious accommodations. It features an outdoor pool and barbecue facilities. Emdoneni Lodge with Zululand Cat Conservation Project has elegantly decorated chalets and cottages with traditional wooden furniture and private patios. Guests can start their day with a breakfast buffet. The lodge’s restaurant serves traditional South African cuisine for dinner and lunch on request. Guided visits to the Zululand Cat Conservation Project, home to Cheetahs, Caricals, Servals and African Wild Cats, can be arranged. You can enjoy the attractions of the area with an open vehicle game drive to the Hluhluwe/Imfolozi Game Reserve. You can also choose from a variety of activities, including fishing, hiking and horse riding. St. Lucia is a 50-minute drive away, and the lodge offers a selection of excursions, such as guided walking trails at Emdoneni, elephant educational tours and boat trips to Lake St Lucia.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Kathleen
United States United States
The property was beautiful with Zebras and monkeys wondering about. So quiet and peaceful.
Stephen
United States United States
So many things! Beautiful surroundings, service from the staff was exceptional. Peaceful location and tasty food. The cat project tour was excellent and informative. We were sad to leave the staff..and the cats.
Sonja
South Africa South Africa
Beautiful and comfortable accommodation and close to many attractions, which the staff helped to organize and guide.
Akira
South Africa South Africa
The lodge is really nice, and if you stay in the Windfall Cottage as we did, you have a great view of all the cats, which was a real treat. All the staff from the security, to the reception staff, to the chef and waiters are excellent - they are...
Michele
United States United States
Loved everything about the property! We stayed at Windfall Cottage and it was amazing! So quiet and tranquil and what a delight to wake up in the morning to zebra and impala grazing in the front yard! Drive to St Lucia was great. We did the...
T_m_s_m
Netherlands Netherlands
The staff were very friendly and you can go for a walk among the wild animals around the lodge.
Manuel
United States United States
The entire staff was exceptional. It was like being with family. It was the staff that tranformed our stay into an experience. We are, because of the exceptional staff at Emdoneni presently planning our return. The Chateau was perfect. The...
Lenneke
Singapore Singapore
Amazing staff, and beautiful resort. Everything you need located in a beautiful place. We highly recommend booking the Windsor cottage if available!!
Roz
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Tropical setting, spacious comfortable bungalows. Beautiful pool area and amazing staff. Great food
Alex
South Africa South Africa
Great location, amazing staff both in the lodge and project.

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner

Amenities of Emdoneni Lodge with Zululand Cat Conservation Project

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Emdoneni Lodge with Zululand Cat Conservation Project takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 20:00 and 05:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
ZAR 300 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 697.50 per child, per night

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Emdoneni Lodge with Zululand Cat Conservation Project of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Guests will receive a rental agreement which must be signed and returned to the property prior to arrival. If guests don't receive the agreement on time, they should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A negative coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result is mandatory to check in to this property.

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