An extraordinary 5-star destination, offering royal treatment every day, and a chance to get up close to the Big 5 of the Animal Kingdom, Amakhosi Safari Lodge is located in a blend of savannah, wetlands and mountains. A hideaway fit for kings, the Safari Lodge is situated on the banks of Zululand's Mkuze River in the 12000 hectare Amazulu Private Game Reserve.

Artistic d?cor, African fusion cuisine and prompt attentive service, makes AmaKhosi a bush lodge difficult to match elsewhere in Southern Africa. St. Lucia Wetlands and Sodwana Bay are a mere 2.5 hours away from the lodge and are well worth incorporating into your itinerary. Mozambique and Swaziland is also in close proximity.

Amakhosi's all-inclusive packages and frequent special offers will leave you feel like royalty in your own private kingdom.

Amakhosi Safari Lodge can accomodate up to 16 guests, and offers 3 luxurious accommodation choices:

River Suites: Six luxurious river suites capture nature through ceiling-high windows and private viewing decks across the river. Each suite accommodates two adults with an air conditioned lounge, bedroom, bathroom with a bath for two, separate shower and toilet, safe, bath robes, fully stocked mini-bar and a tea and coffee tray.

Built in a shape of a Zulu shield and decorated in a typical Zulu style with a colourful modern touch, all suites are easily accessible from the main lodge.

Umntwana Honeymoon Suites: Umntwana, means "a child of Royalty" in Zulu. Slip into a nirvana in this private kingdom with high thatched ceilings and glass walls. An open-plan design with spacious deck, a private bubble pool and hammock overlooking the river, whilst an air-conditioned bedroom and lounge, fully stocked mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities and en-suite bathroom made for two, transports lovers into a fantasy world of their own where nothing else matters. Two suites available.

Ibandla Camp: This bush camp, which is sold as a separate entity to that of the lodge, is situated in a remote area of the reserve with dramatic cliff faces and running water over rapids in the river below.

This secluded spot offers two stone-structured houses merging perfectly with nature, accommodating up to eight guests in two en-suite bedrooms. Ibandla camp is seasonal and can be utilized between May and September. It is a special place that brings one closer to nature than ever before with traditional South African cuisine prepared over an open fire. Ideal for larger families.

Amakhosi Safari Lodge facilities include:

• Swimming pool with poolside loungers
• Library
• Curio shop
• Dining room
• Bar
• Inside & outside lounge
• Satellite television
• Conference facilities for 16 delegates
• Central communication center (email, phone & fax) also available at additional cost.

It's all about luxury and pampering during your stay at Amakhosi Safari Lodge. For this reason you'll be treated to a scrumptious Brunch (Late Breakfast), High Tea (Late Lunch) and Dinner every day, crafted by master chefs in an Africah Fusion cuisine style. And your all-inclusive accommodation package even includes all local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and house wines.

The sight of a racing cheetah, smell of wild jasmine, and the cry of a Whalberg's eagle, together compliment this in the natural environment of river wetlands, valley bushland, umbrella thorn trees and thick bush grassland blanketing the mountains. From the moment you arrive at Amakhosi, you are scooped up in arms of royalty and sophistication with warm smiles and hot hand towels.

Amakhosi Safari Lodge is home to prolific cheetah, 15 species of antelope, over 420 species of birds, and an interesting variety of frogs.

A safari is a journey of discovery in which you are one with your surroundings. Being part of life in the bush is the essence of a safari and being able to do it is a privilege one should never take for granted. Whether it is "Big 5", birding or seasonal frogging, fishing and cultural safaris, Amakhosi guides are able to tailor-make this experience to suit your personal needs.

Game Drive Safaris: Imagine close encounters with newborn cheetah cubs, or being the prime witness to a daring lion fight. Amakhosi guides are well qualified and extremely committed to the environment, and look forward to taking you on a journey of discovery where you are at one with your surroundings.

Walking Safaris: A walking safari brings you closer to the heartbeat of the bush, submitting yourself to the mercy of nature. Knowledgeable guides know exactly where to take their guests for exciting, yet safe encounters with pristine fauna and flora.

Frogging Safaris: Game walks of a different kind. From November to March each year, when the rains come, Amakhosi invites guests to discover the fascinating world of amphibians. Night safaris with qualified guides take you deep into the bush to marvel the spectrum of colours and the loud calling of mating frogs.

Fishing Safaris: Lake Jozini is home to "The Seal of AmaKhosi" an open-air boat that offers fishing safaris at its best. This massive expanse of water (16000ha) is the third largest dam in South Africa, stocked with fish that once inhabited the Pongola river and now thriving in the lake. Fish here are the endemic yellow fish, barbel, tilapia and tiger fish, with exotics such as black bass and carp, a must activity in your programme!

Birding: A very powerful eagle, the Stephanoaetus coronatus, hunts mainly monkeys and small forest antelope. It kills by severing the vertebrae of its prey or will drive its very long dewclaw through the back of the monkey's skull. This Crowned Eagle prefers forest areas, but in the Amazulu Private Game Reserve it is also found in riverine forest. The reserve has three breeding pairs.

Massage Treatments: Life in the bush is a unique experience where relaxation is the order of the day. A qualified masseuse offers Aromatherapy treatments, including full body Swedish and stress relief back massages. Perfect to awaken all the senses in the privacy of your suite.

Zulu Heritage: Nights under the starlit skies of Zululand are utterly unforgettable, and Amakhosi's arranged trips to a nearby local village is an African experience that should not be missed. Experience first-hand the rich culture and unique crafts that makes this unique culture a tourist's delight.

Bush Weddings: There is no substitute for getting married in the bush. From the moment the bride and groom arrive, until long after the ceremony held in one of the most beautiful areas of the reserve, they are transported into a dream world fit for a king and his queen. At Amakhosi, competent staff take care of everything, all you have to do is arrive and say "I do".

Amakhosi Safari Lodge has a fully equipped business centre and can cater for intimate conferences of up to 16 delegates.

The fully inclusive rate for royal treatment offered at AmaKhosi Lodge not only includes Brunch (Late Breakfast), High Tea (Late Lunch) and Dinner, but also includes your morning and late afternoon game drives, sundowner cocktails in the bush, local alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. Unless otherwise indicated, all rates are quoted per person per night sharing.

Please enquire for children's rates.

Ibandla Houses rates include: * Accommodation in bush camp house * Early morning and late afternoon gamedrives and/or walks * Three meals daily * Gamedrive snacks & drinks.