Umtamvuna River Lodge

The Umtamvuna River Lodge is situated at the base of a mountain, within the boundaries of a nature reserve and along the banks of the Umtamvuna River. It is a leisure lodge surrounded by sub-tropical gardens, with the soothing sounds of water cascading from the edge of cliffs and the majestic call of the fish eagle, creating an unhurried tranquility that dispels the tensions and stress of everyday life.

The lodge features a pool terrace and cocktail bar on stilts alongside the river, complementing the rustic ambiance. It offers accommodation in eight comfortable air-conditioned and heated en-suite double, twin, or single rooms. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen LCD TV, selected DStv channels, and a private balcony providing an opportunity to relax at sundown while taking in the views of the river and surrounding mountains.

The gardens and private river beach serve as a perfect playground and place for children to explore, along with Bubba, the Vietnamese pot-bellied pig that roams the property freely and enjoys playing "footie" with the kids. The lodge and surrounding attractions offer numerous activities.

Umtamvuna River Lodge is also South Africa's premier wakeboarding venue and home to some of the best pro wakeboarders from South Africa and Europe. Beginners and professionals can wakeboard in warm tropical conditions year-round on the flat water behind a Mastercraft X-star with personal instruction by Kevin Dry and other top international pro wakeboarders. This is where the South African section of Oakley's "Push Process" was filmed. For boardriders who love surfing uncrowded surf spots in boardshorts and wakeboarding behind a big wake on protected, flat, warm water, Umtamvuna offers a heavenly experience.

Umtamvuna River Lodge promises to leave guests with beautiful memories that linger long after their departure.