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Makongo Hills invites you to connect with the wild.

Across the great Mkuze River, deep in the lines of a historic Zulu battle, stretches fifteen thousand hectares (37 000 acres) of untouched African wilderness.

Here you’ll find a malaria-free, secluded, biodiversity hotspot – Makongo Hills Lodge – offering accommodation, exclusivity, and Big 5 activities suited to the whole family.

Our Location

Makongo Hills invites you to connect with the wild.

Across the great Mkuze River, deep in the lines of a historic Zulu battle, stretches fifteen thousand hectares (37 000 acres) of untouched African wilderness.

Here you’ll find a malaria-free, secluded, biodiversity hotspot – Makongo Hills Lodge – offering accommodation and Big 5 activities suited to the whole family.

Our Location

About us

Makongo Hills is a home away from home, offering affordable accommodation options suited to the South African bush-lover.

 

Meals are prepared with a proudly local flavour.

 

Makongo Hills invites you to script your own story, connect with and explore this pristine environment on your own terms.

Facilities and Activites

About us

Makongo Hills is a home away from home, offering affordable accommodation options suited to the South African bush-lover.

 

Meals are prepared with a proudly local flavour.

 

Makongo Hills invites you to script your own story, connect with and explore this pristine environment on your own terms.

Stay with us

Everyone, from our cooks to our rangers, work hard at tailoring an experience that will allow you to find your piece of wild-heaven.

From a more traditional farm inspired stay to an uninterrupted bush experience, stay at our homestead.

Our Accommodation

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We are inspired to share our remote Zululand wilderness with you.

Makongo Hills Accommodation

IDUBE Room

The room has a deluxe king-sized bed, private deck and en-suite bathroom. You will wake up to great views of the iconic Amaqongo Hills and plains animals on the lawn.

BHUBESI Room

Includes a deluxe king-sized bed and en-suite bathroom with beautiful views from the private deck.

NDLOVU Rondavel

This is a family room that has a king deluxe and day bed with a beautiful outlook onto the AmaQongqo Hills.

UBHEJANE Rondavel

Includes a deluxe king-sized bed with a private deck and en-suite bathroom. Beautiful views from the deck and close proximity to the Lapa.

INGWE Rondavel

This room has a deluxe king-sized bed, en-suite bathroom and great views of the sunset from its private deck

The Lapa

Enjoy your early morning coffee break, or evening drink around the fire, to the bush sounds.

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Our Big 5 Private Game Reserve

From birds to wildlife, kaleidoscopic flora to the miniature world of insect life, Makongo Hills will come alive in front of your eyes.

Our 15 000 hectare reserve incorporates a diversity of habitats, including riparian thicket, acacia woodland, Zululand lowveld and tall  grassveld, and rolling savannah.

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Our Big 5 Private Game Reserve

From birds to wildlife, kaleidoscopic flora to the miniature world of insect life, Makongo Hills will come alive in front of your eyes.

Our 15 000 hectare reserve incorporates a diversity of habitats, including riparian thicket, acacia woodland, sweet and sourveld grasslands, riverine sand forest and rolling savannah.

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Makongo Hills is an affordable Big5 authentic safari lodge. 15,000 hectare Mkuze Valley Wilderness, in Northern Zululand, South Africa

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Lessons from a Dung Beetle: When life gets messy, roll with it, stay focused and never underestimate the power of persistence.

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Say hello to Thulabona, one of the amazing ladies at Makongo Hills Lodge!

From offering a warm welcome to guests, to taking care of housekeeping, and even cooking up delicious meals, Thulabona is always attending to something.

Her dedication and hard work ensure that your stay is always comfortable and memorable. Whether she’s busy with details behind the scenes or greeting you with a smile, Thulabona’s energy and care shine through in everything she does!

Next time you`re here, be sure to say hi to Thulabona – she’s a big part of what makes our lodge feel like home.

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Say hello to Thulabona, one of the amazing ladies at Makongo Hills Lodge! From offering a warm welcome to guests, to taking care of housekeeping, and even cooking up delicious meals, Thulabona is always attending to something. Her dedication and hard work ensure that your stay is always comfortable and memorable. Whether she’s busy with details behind the scenes or greeting you with a smile, Thulabona’s energy and care shine through in everything she does! Next time you're here, be sure to say hi to Thulabona – she’s a big part of what makes our lodge feel like home. #MakongoHills #MakongoHillsLodge #MkuzeValleyWilderness #Kzn #KZNTravel #Zululand #ZululandHospitality #MeetTheTeam #TeamSpotlight #MeetThulabona #Hospitality #WomenInHospitality #LodgeLife #LodgeExperience

Say hello to Thulabona, one of the amazing ladies at Makongo Hills Lodge!

From offering a warm welcome to guests, to taking care of housekeeping, and even cooking up delicious meals, Thulabona is always attending to something.

Her dedication and hard work ensure that your stay is always comfortable and memorable. Whether she’s busy with details behind the scenes or greeting you with a smile, Thulabona’s energy and care shine through in everything she does!

Next time you`re here, be sure to say hi to Thulabona – she’s a big part of what makes our lodge feel like home.

#MakongoHills #MakongoHillsLodge #MkuzeValleyWilderness #Kzn #KZNTravel #Zululand #ZululandHospitality #MeetTheTeam #TeamSpotlight #MeetThulabona #Hospitality #WomenInHospitality #LodgeLife #LodgeExperience ...

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“Africa changes you forever, like nowhere on earth. Once you have been there, you will never be the same. But how do you begin to describe its magic to someone who has never felt it? How can you explain the fascination of this vast, dusty continent, whose oldest roads are elephant paths? Could it be because Africa is the place of all our beginnings, the cradle of mankind, where our species first stood upright on the savannahs of long ago?”
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“Africa changes you forever, like nowhere on earth. Once you have been there, you will never be the same. But how do you begin to describe its magic to someone who has never felt it? How can you explain the fascination of this vast, dusty continent, whose oldest roads are elephant paths? Could it be because Africa is the place of all our beginnings, the cradle of mankind, where our species first stood upright on the savannahs of long ago?” - Brian Jackman #MakongoHills #MkuzeValleyWilderness #Kzn #Zululand #ExploreKzn #KznAdventure #KznTravel #KznNature #KznWildlife #Wildlife #WildlifeAppreciation #WildlifeRespect #Big5 #Elephants #ElephantPathways #ElephantLover #SundayReflections #SundayThoughts #QuoteOfTheDay

“Africa changes you forever, like nowhere on earth. Once you have been there, you will never be the same. But how do you begin to describe its magic to someone who has never felt it? How can you explain the fascination of this vast, dusty continent, whose oldest roads are elephant paths? Could it be because Africa is the place of all our beginnings, the cradle of mankind, where our species first stood upright on the savannahs of long ago?”
- Brian Jackman

#MakongoHills #MkuzeValleyWilderness #Kzn #Zululand #ExploreKzn #KznAdventure #KznTravel #KznNature #KznWildlife #Wildlife #WildlifeAppreciation #WildlifeRespect #Big5 #Elephants #ElephantPathways #ElephantLover #SundayReflections #SundayThoughts #QuoteOfTheDay ...

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Keeping the sparkle alive one room at a time...

Meet Bhekiwe, one of our Housekeeping superstars! She goes above and beyond to ensure every corner is spotless and every guest feels right at home! Let us show some love and gratitude for her hard work and dedication!

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Keeping the sparkle alive one room at a time... Meet Bhekiwe, one of our Housekeeping superstars! She goes above and beyond to ensure every corner is spotless and every guest feels right at home! Let us show some love and gratitude for her hard work and dedication! #MakongoHills #MkuzeValleyWIlderness #KZN #Zululand #Bush #Bushlife #Wildlife #Wildlifelover #Lodge #LodgeLife #LodgeStaff #MeetTheTeam #Housekeeping #HousekeepingHeroes #Hospitality #HospitalityHeroes #GuestExperience

Keeping the sparkle alive one room at a time...

Meet Bhekiwe, one of our Housekeeping superstars! She goes above and beyond to ensure every corner is spotless and every guest feels right at home! Let us show some love and gratitude for her hard work and dedication!

#MakongoHills #MkuzeValleyWIlderness #KZN #Zululand #Bush #Bushlife #Wildlife #Wildlifelover #Lodge #LodgeLife #LodgeStaff #MeetTheTeam #Housekeeping #HousekeepingHeroes #Hospitality #HospitalityHeroes #GuestExperience ...

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Finding beauty in the flutter of wings...

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Finding beauty in the flutter of wings... #MakongoHills #MkuzeValleyWilderness #SouthAfrica #Kzn #Zululand #KznBirds #BirdsofKzn #Birds #BirdsOfAFeather #FeatheredFriends #Birding #BirdWatching #BirdsOfInstagram #BirdingPhotography #BirdLover #BestBirdShots #Wildlife #WildLifephotography #NaturePhotography #NatureLovers #PhotoOfTheDay

Finding beauty in the flutter of wings...

#MakongoHills #MkuzeValleyWilderness #SouthAfrica #Kzn #Zululand #KznBirds #BirdsofKzn #Birds #BirdsOfAFeather #FeatheredFriends #Birding #BirdWatching #BirdsOfInstagram #BirdingPhotography #BirdLover #BestBirdShots #Wildlife #WildLifephotography #NaturePhotography #NatureLovers #PhotoOfTheDay ...

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