Your gateway to comfort and adventure
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Make Somkhanda your base for a stay that blends true bush tranquillity with the simple conveniences that make travel easy. Between drives and activities, you can unwind in comfortable accommodation, cool off in the pool, and gather around the braai under big Zululand skies.
Choose the style that suits you, from tastefully decorated thatched lodge rooms to fenced campsites within the lodge grounds, or wild, unfenced camps for a more remote and immersive experience.
Guests also have access to thoughtful on-site facilities, including a communal, fully equipped self-catering kitchen, swimming pools, and outdoor braai areas. Our camping options offer a proper bush stay with hot water and flushing toilets, set to the sights and sounds of the wild.
Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a family adventure, or a conservation-focused getaway, our team is here to make your stay smooth, safe, and memorable.
Book the entire lodge exclusively – includes 6 private chalets for 12 guests, plus 4 additional loft beds for children.
Unbeatable value for a private bush escape!
Lodge
Experience relaxed comfort in our thatched lodge rooms at Somkhanda Game Reserve. Thoughtfully positioned to keep you close to the sights and sounds of the bush, each room offers the comforts you need after a day on safari.
All lodge rooms include an en-suite bathroom, comfortable living space, and a tea and coffee station. Guests also have easy access to our fully equipped self-catering kitchen, outdoor braai area, and swimming pool, all within walking distance.
Unwind on your private veranda and take in the views of the Zululand bushveld. Our lodge accommodation is ideal for couples and families looking for a warm, authentic stay in a community-owned Big 5 reserve.
Scotia Wild Camp
Experience the raw beauty of the bush at Scotia Wild Camp, a truly off-grid, unfenced camping experience in Big 5 country. With no electricity and limited to no cellphone reception, it’s the perfect place to unplug and reconnect with nature.
Scotia keeps things simple but comfortable, with gas-heated showers and flushing toilets, so you can enjoy the rugged outdoors without sacrificing the essentials.
Tamboti Wild Camp
Immerse yourself in the quiet seclusion of Tamboti Wild Camp, where nature takes centre stage. Set beneath the shade of indigenous trees, this unfenced bush camp offers a calm, private escape from the rush of everyday life.
You’ll have the essentials for a comfortable stay, including hot water, flushing toilets, and a simple covered area that can be used as a basic kitchen. It’s the ideal balance of comfort and wilderness, inviting you to relax, recharge, and reconnect with the wild.
Marula Wild Camp
Marula Wild Camp is a peaceful, spacious campsite for guests who want true stillness in the bush. Set in an open clearing with tall trees for natural shade, it’s an easy place to settle in, slow down, and enjoy the space around you.
After dark, Marula really comes alive. With minimal light pollution, it’s perfect for evenings around the fire and unforgettable stargazing, with the night sky stretching wide above camp. Whether you’re here to unwind in the shade or soak up the stars, Marula offers a simple, beautiful escape into the wild.
Ridge Tents
Settle into our Ridge Tents and enjoy the perfect balance of wilderness and comfort. Perched above the bushveld, these tents offer a true glamping experience, with everything you need to feel close to nature without roughing it.
Each tent is supplied with pillows, blankets, and fresh linen, along with a light and cellphone charging point. Nearby, you’ll find a communal kitchenette, hot running showers, and flushing toilets for added convenience.
With the lodge area close by, the Ridge Tents make an ideal base for exploring Somkhanda and soaking up the rhythm of life in a community-owned Big 5 reserve.
Tented Village
Set within a spacious fenced camp, our Safari Tents offer a fun, immersive group stay that’s ideal for large tour groups, school visits, team-building retreats, and more. Wake up to the sounds of the bush, step outside, and you may be greeted by antelope moving through camp or birds calling from the trees.
Each tent is fitted with stretcher beds and linen, and groups share access to large communal bathrooms and a communal mess tent, creating an easy, social setup that keeps everyone together. Whether you’re here to learn, build team spirit, or simply enjoy a memorable group getaway, our Safari Tents deliver a true bush-camp experience in a community-owned Big 5 reserve.
