Nestled behind forested sand dunes at the shores of Lake Shazibe, Sodwana Bay Lodge Dove & Fishing Resort is located in the heart of Maputaland. The resort features a scuba dove center, restaurant and a spa. The reed and thatched chalets at the resort come with air conditioning, tea-and-coffee making facilities and private bathroom with shower. Each has a wooden deck. Guests can dine at the Leatherbacks Seafood and Grill. There is also a poolside bar. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including scuba diving, fishing, hiking and diving. The Sodwana area is known for its coral reefs and diverse marine life. The resort offers a free shuttle service to the beach, which is located about 3.1 mi away. Our accommodations are thoughtfully designed to seamlessly blend into the natural environment, providing an ideal retreat for fishing, diving, and nature enthusiasts. We take great pride in maintaining a neat, clean, and inviting atmosphere to ensure a memorable stay for every guest. Please note that our accommodations style may not appeal to everyone. We kindly ask you to consider this when making a booking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

  • Fishing

  • Playground

  • Canoeing


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Jeannine
United States United States
My second time staying at Sodwana Bay Lodge and enjoyed it as much as the first time. Staff is EXCEPTIONAL. Location is quiet with lots of open space and deer and monkeys wandering around. Chalets are comfy with fan of AC. Will certainly sty here...
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
This is a very well established lodge and everything worked well for us - is well maintained and owners are clearly committed to keeping it going at a high standard. Very friendly staff. It is quite 'down to earth' and does not try to impress with...
Roald
Belgium Belgium
Views of the dune hills beyond which lie the ocean, thatched roofs: the place breathes calm excitement. Curry and lasagna to die for. To have an air conditioner work and be quiet is something many 4 star hotels don’t manage. This is an oasis, the...
Mike
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Very good breakfast super happy and location to the beach was perfect around round pretty happy.
Botha
Belgium Belgium
The lodge and facilities were lovely! The restaurant, spa and dive experience were also amazing. Will definitely return on my next visit to South Africa.
Esta
South Africa South Africa
Clean, flexible, willing to help, easy to deal with.
Churliaev
South Africa South Africa
Lodges are nice. Equipped with aircon and fan to keep it comfortable. Also there’s restaurant and bar on the territory which is very convenient. Diving club located inside gives you cool opportunity to try scuba diving.
Marianne
South Africa South Africa
Very nice people, especially in the restaurant. We had amazing Christmas dinner.
Larissa
Netherlands Netherlands
This lodge is in a very remote location, so it’s best not to expect luxury, but it has everything you need for a comfortable stay. There are hot showers, comfortable beds, and a nice pool area with a small bar next to it, which is a great touch....
Alice
France France
The terrace view of the forest, the traditional style of the room, the animals

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Leatherbacks Seafood and Grill
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Resort facilities at Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

House rules

Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 550 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.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort 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.

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