Igwalagwala Guest House

The Igwalagwala Guest House is situated in the village of St Lucia, located within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park at the mouth of the St Lucia Estuary. It is a ten-minute walk away from the shores of the Indian Ocean. The guest house offers double rooms with en-suite bathrooms, each equipped with air-conditioning, hairdryers, tea and coffee-making facilities, and refrigerators.

Guests have the option of a light breakfast buffet or a full English breakfast. The guest house features a comfortable lounge area, a relaxing lawn area with a sparkling pool and a gazebo. Additionally, it provides secure access-controlled parking, and the beaches, shops, and numerous restaurants are within walking distance.

The owners offer hospitality and a wealth of information about the area to assist guests in making the most of their stay. They aim to establish guests' expectations and help them plan their stay accordingly. With their intimate knowledge of the country, they can also advise guests on planning their complete trip free of charge.

The iSimangaliso Wetland Park, declared South Africa's first World Heritage Site in 1999, offers a diverse and interconnected ecosystem, providing a one-stop destination for visitors seeking varied wildlife and outdoor experiences. The park includes over 100 km of pristine coastline, stretching from St Lucia to the Mozambique border, and encompasses 38,000 hectares of lakes, numerous islands, and an estuary supporting various habitats, including the Lebombo Mountains, grasslands, forests, wetlands, mangroves, vegetated dunes, magnificent beaches, and coral reefs. This natural diversity creates an environment that is a birdwatcher's dream, with over 500 species to be found in the area.