About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Mkhuze Trails Lodge in Hluhluwe offers luxury tent accommodations with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each tent includes a terrace, outdoor furniture, and free WiFi. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy a romantic restaurant serving South African cuisine with brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea. Breakfast options include continental, à la carte, and full English/Irish, featuring warm dishes, fresh pastries, and more. Leisure Facilities: The lodge features a sun terrace, outdoor seating area, and bar. Additional amenities include a lounge, daily housekeeping service, and free on-site private parking. Activities and Attractions: Mkhuze Trails Lodge is 83 mi from Richards Bay Airport and near Makasa Nature Reserve (11 mi) and Mkuze Game Reserve (30 mi). Walking tours are available for exploring the surrounding area.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Karin
United States United States
This is an intimate bush experience. With only 4 tents, the service was exceptional. The tents (which are built on solid flooring) were very nicely finished and the outdoor shower was a treat.
Brigitte
Germany Germany
I don’t know where to start. Outstanding Lodge and brand new. For us the best stay ever and we travel a lot. The game parc is amazing. The tents are pretty nice furnished and comfortable. The team is fantastic and the food is delicious. We did...

Managed by Mkhuze Trails Lodge

Company review score: 10Based on 3 reviews from 1 property
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Company info

Mkhuze Trails Officially Opened in November 2025. We are the only private lodge in Mkuze Game Reserve. We have exclusive access to previously uncharted areas on Mkuze Game Reserve. We have a small team that will ensure a personal touch and intimate experience.

Property info

Welcome to Mkhuze Trails, a luxury tented camp nestled in a previously inaccessible area of the southern portion of uMkhuze Game Reserve. Here, true wilderness meets refined comfort, and every moment is designed to bring you closer to nature – without compromise. Experience the tranquillity of the bush with only a handful of guests — just eight at a time — ensuring privacy and intimacy throughout your stay. Four beautifully appointed luxury tents, each designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding forest. Spacious interiors with comfortable furnishings, premium linens, and both indoor and outdoor showers. Private decks where you can relax and absorb the sights and sounds of the bush. Enjoy delicious meals prepared in our modern kitchen, served in the dining area or al fresco under the stars. A comfortable lounge area invites you to unwind while taking in panoramic views of the reserve. All meals are included in your stay. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.

Neighborhood info

Step off the beaten path and experience uMkhuze Game Reserve like never before. Our guided walking safaris take you deep into untouched wilderness—an untamed landscape that’s home to Africa’s iconic Big 5—where every step brings a new discovery: fresh animal tracks, rare bird sightings, and the raw beauty of the African bush. Led by expert trackers, you’ll explore exclusive areas inaccessible by vehicle, immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents of nature. This isn’t just a walk—it’s a journey into the heart of the wild, where adventure and serenity meet.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of Mkhuze Trails Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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