Big 5 Nambiti Private Game Reserve Travel Guide

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This was an unbelievable experience, Hippos play fighting! I adore South Africa, and thankfully I had local knowledge. If you want to do a safari in SA (and why wouldn't you!) please don't be scared to travel a little further afield. Our travel agent was going to book us at a reserve in the Cape, which looked lovely, but for a 3 star lodge the prices were SO much higher than this amazing spot. We flew from PE to Durban and stayed at 5 star Nambiti Hills for three nights, all for less money than it would have cost to drive to the one that was near us in the Cape, and only stay for 2 nights. I would also say be careful and research your animal experiences in SA carefully. I can't say enough about the Nambiti Reserve, it's stunning and properly wild. Some of the reserves in the Cape split some of the animals into separate areas of the parks. To me that's not the true safari experience.
This was an unbelievable experience, Hippos play fighting! I adore South Africa, and thankfully I had local knowledge. If you want to do a safari in SA (and why wouldn't you!) please don't be scared to travel a little further afield. Our travel agent was going to book us at a reserve in the Cape, which looked lovely, but for a 3 star lodge the prices were SO much higher than this amazing spot. We flew from PE to Durban and stayed at 5 star Nambiti Hills for three nights, all for less money than it would have cost to drive to the one that was near us in the Cape, and only stay for 2 nights. I would also say be careful and research your animal experiences in SA carefully. I can't say enough about the Nambiti Reserve, it's stunning and properly wild. Some of the reserves in the Cape split some of the animals into separate areas of the parks. To me that's not the true safari experience.
Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge

Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge

3.5 out of 5
Memorial Gate, Nambiti Game Reserve Ladysmith KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this lodge in Ladysmith. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service.
This was an outstanding experience. The lodge has a stunning location perched on a cliff overlooking the river below. Our room was utterly delightful, Angelo’s cooking amazing and Pemba’s game drives literally stunning. Great , great game viewing.

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2022

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Nambiti Plains Private Game Lodge

Nambiti Plains Private Game Lodge

5 out of 5
Nambiti Plains Lodge Ladysmith KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this luxury lodge in Ladysmith. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Fabulous stay! Best lodge in Nambiti for sure!

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

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The Springbok Lodge

The Springbok Lodge

3 out of 5
Nambiti Private Game Reserve Ladysmith KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this family-friendly lodge in Ladysmith. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools.
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Durban Spa

Durban Spa

3 out of 5
57 Oliver Tambo Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star spa apartment in Durban. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban ...
7.2/10 Good! (17 reviews)
Staff very helpful Rooms @ds very family friendly

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

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Point Waterfront Apartments

Point Waterfront Apartments

4 out of 5
5 Signal Rd Durban KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this aparthotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Addington Beach are ...
8/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
The service we received from Gugu and Pat was exceptional

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

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La Lucia Sands

La Lucia Sands

3 out of 5
58 Marine Drive Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this beach aparthotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free parking, a sauna and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umhlanga Lighthouse ...
7.6/10 Good! (18 reviews)
Apartment needs a serious upgrade. Outdoor is awesome

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2020

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