Nambiti Plains Private Game Lodge is situated outside the town of Ladysmith, roughly a short 3.5 hours drive from Johannesburg and 2.5 hours drive from Durban.

We are set within the Nambiti Reserve, a private Big Five bush retreat and game conservancy set on 20,000 acres of malaria-free bushveld in KwaZulu Natal. It has an incredible biodiversity including savannah, grasslands, thornveld and tall acacia trees. It is home to several rare bird species and an array of plains game. The Sundays River flows through the reserve and has two 40 meter waterfalls with magnificent ravine bush, home to several rare bird species.

Nambiti Plains Lodge is nestled amongst the fauna and flora of the spectacular Nambiti Conservancy. Imagine watching the sun set over the horizon whilst you capture the moment of a pride of lions stalking their prey or watching a rhino strolling to the water hole for an afternoon drink or the buffalo silhouetted against an aging sky. Admire the leopard with its beauty and graceful strength. Watch the Great African Elephant family as they make their way over the plains; or watch as the cheetah, lithe and agile crouches, patiently waiting…

Our chefs will treat you to a flavour explosion – dining is a culinary journey at Nambiti Plains, a journey that reflects and celebrates local South African flavours, one that plays on all the senses with an uncompromising commitment to using only the freshest ingredients and producing as much as possible on site, whether it be freshly made compotes with which to flavour your breakfast yoghurt; breads to tempt you at lunch; gorgeous fruit salsas to accompany your mains at dinner and a whole host of other delectable, freshly made goodies. The lodge offers a full buffet breakfast. Lunch can be enjoyed either at the main area decks or privately on your room veranda. Dinner is served in the main area or boma depending on the weather. Vegetarians or any other dietary requirements will be cared for as far as possible.

The Lodge incorporates five luxury suites, each designed with the utmost care and detail to impress and surpass the expectations of even the most discerning guest. Each suite is spacious, underfloor heated and completely secluded. With 180 degree panoramic views from the bath and private wrap around deck, guests can immerse themselves in the pure luxury that is Nambiti Plains. The lodge features five superbly appointed rooms, ensuring the exclusivity of a maximum of ten guests at any given time - All rooms have private verandas fitted with a table and two chairs as well as two sun loungers. All rooms are available as ¾ size twin beds. Our family suite, which can accommodate 4 people, the unit consists of one building, a common entrance leading to two totally separate and private rooms; the two rooms are divided by a solid packed stone wall. We regret we cannot accommodate triple rooms.

The main lodge is imaginatively weaved and constructed in and amongst the indigenous forest, perched on the waterhole edge, a fine line between luxury and the reality of the African wild. Relax with a cocktail on the deck or at the Nambiti Plains Bar or take a dip in the swimming pool and watch as the animals quietly drink and bath in the waterhole. In the evenings look forward to 5 star dinners in the main area or the boma around the African fire and feel the beat of Africa as it gently and rhythmically moves through the night.

In addition to offering our guests great game viewing in a diverse reserve, luxurious accommodation and great food, our main focus is on personal attention, creating a warm and inviting ambience and allowing our guests to arrive as strangers but leave as friends!

Conference Facilities
We can accommodate up to 26 people for a conference. Nambiti Plains can accommodate 10 people; the balance can be accommodated at a neighboring self catering lodge; all meals and conferencing will take place at Nambiti Plains.

Swimming Pool
Our swimming pool at the main lodge has wrap around decks and overlooks our waterhole.

Room Facilities
Overhead fans; under floor heating; hairdryers; limited cell phone coverage; no internet facilities; mosquito nets; mini bar; tea and coffee facilities; laundry facilities; bath tubs; indoor showers; outdoor showers (except family unit).

Malaria
Nambiti Plains is situated in a Malaria –free area.

Children
We regret that it is not possible for us to accommodate children under the age of 12 years unless your party is booking the whole camp.

Activities
Game drives in open 4x4 vehicles (conducted by our professional & experienced guide); guided walks (no Big 5 areas pending licensing); battlefield tours (advance booking essential & not included in rate); swimming (either in lodge pool or in the Sundays river which runs through the reserve); fishing (dams in the reserve & guests required to bring their equipment).

RATES
Inclusive of accommodation, all meals, teas and coffees, game drive snacks & beverages (2 sundowner drinks per person per drive, excluding estate wines/sparkling wines), two game drives per day & light laundry. No triple rooms available. No children under 12.


VALID 01 MARCH 2010 - 15 DECEMBER 2010
Per Person Per Night Sharing: R2,650
Per Person Per Night Single: R3,445
Exclusive Use Of The Lodge Per Night: On request