- Nature in South Africa
There is lots of it. And most of it is protected so there are huge tracts of unspoilt loveliness that will have any nature lover coming back for more. This icon indicates naturally beautiful areas away from any major civilisation.
Ku-Boboyi River Lodge
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| Physical address........ Old Main Road Leisure Bay |
A warm welcome, a beautiful view, and great home cooking.
Situated on a hill bordering a nature reserve, Ku-Boboyi’s views sweep over the indigo ocean and horizon, down to the rippling valley below where the river meanders seawards. Her welcoming earthy african vibe often tempts travellers to change their plans and stay longer. Or brings happy holidaymakers back again. Their lush garden is home to choirs of birds and gangs of small animals who drop by to watch the passing parade. The swimming pool sparkles in front of a cool veranda where hand-made chairs and tables await the arrival of appetizing dinners, lit by starlight and candles. If they aren’t cooking they can recommend a good, affordable restaurant. Take a walk on the wild side and enter into the heart of the people and the land. Community initiatives like the fantastic Amadiba trail or a day trip to the Mzamba River are highly recommended. Experience a day with local flavours - eat a Xhosa traditional lunch, consult a sangoma, visit a local school and drop in on a shebeen for a quickie. Blood Diamond (with Leonardo “Hunk” di Caprio) was filmed in this beautiful area.
Directions
From Port Shepstone: Take the R61. 3km before Port Edward take the Leisure Bay (south) turn-off.
From Port Shepstone: Take the R61. 3km before Port Edward take the Leisure Bay (south) turn-off.
Rates
Dorms from R90; Doubles from R200; Twin from R250; Singles from R150; Camping R65. Family rooms available.
Dorms from R90; Doubles from R200; Twin from R250; Singles from R150; Camping R65. Family rooms available.
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