The Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park

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ENQUIRIES AND RESERVATIONS

One of the largest game parks in South Africa, the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park is renowned for its wide variety of bird and animal life. Besides the 'big five'- elephant, lion, leopard. buffalo and rhino - elusive cheetah, wild dog and nyala along with many other well-known bushveld species inhabit the park, offering visitors an excellent game viewing experience. The park covers 96 000 hectares, and comprises three reserves: Hluhluwe, Imfolozi (Umfolozi) - two of South Africa's oldest game reserves, both founded in 1895 - and the linking Corridor Reserve, proclaimed in 1989.

Accommodation : Hilltop Camp.

Hilltop Camp is one of the latest developments in the Hluhluwe section of the park. Situated high on the edge of a steep forested slope, it commands breathtaking views of Zululand's hills and valleys.
Hilltop's rustic thatch design merges tastefully with the natural surroundings, and at its high altitude, the camp is cooler than the rest of the reserve, a welcome retreat after a day's game viewing.
Comfort is the keynote of Hilltop's chalets, with spacious bedrooms en suite bathrooms and wide verandas, ideal for sundowners.
Some units are equipped with kitchenettes, but meals may also be enjoyed at the camp's Mpunyane Restaurant, which caters for all tastes, while the relaxed atmosphere of the Uzavolo Bar-Lounge lends itself to discussions of the day's experiences.

The camp self-catering chalets are geared for convenience. Seven two-bed chalets and 22 four-bed chalets each have a pull-out bed for an extra guest. The four bedders were probably built for families as they have a master bedroom with a full bathroom en suite with the second bedroom having only a shower, toilet and handbasin. These chalets have a full kitchen with utensils, a lounge / dining area as well as a sun deck.

For tour groups, there are 20 two-bed units, each with a bar fridge and tea/coffee facilities. (All with en suite bathrooms). Hilltop also has 20 rondavels which provide attractive value-for-money accommodation with communal kitchen and ablution facilities. Facilities available for those confined to a wheel chair. Guests staying in the selfcatering units may utilise the restaurant - ensure you book these meals at the Reception.

Lovely swimming pool and self guided trails through the indigenous forest within the electrified boundary fence. Amenities also include a petrol station, as well as an excellently stocked curio shop, from which very basic food supplies, cool drinks, beer and wine are available

The Park can be reached from the N2 through the Memorial Gate at the Hluhluwe Village turn off.

Accommodation : Mtwazi Lodge

Situated close to Hilltop Camp Mtwazi Lodge is known for its quiet charm, offering visitors total privacy. The Lodge has three bedrooms, each with private bathrooms, accommodating six visitors, A double (Master suite) and 2 twin rooms in the main house and an annex houses three additional guests.  It has a fully equipped kitchen, lounge dining area with verandah and barbecue area. This Lodge is being upgraded to a fully hosted and catered for facility

Accommodation : Mpila Camp

Centrally situated in the Imfolozi section, Mpila Camp commands magnificent views of the Wilderness area.
Twelve single-room thatched rest huts accommodate four people each. This section of the camp is self catering and guests prepare their own food in a central kitchen.
Communal ablution blocks are situated close by. Mpila also has two self-contained 3-bedroomed cottages, each accommodating seven people, with a cook on hand to prepare food supplied by guests.
For smaller groups, there are also six self-catering chalets which accommodate five people each. These have two bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, and a lounge/diningroom.
The Safari Tented Camp at Mpila consists of seven 2-bedded and two 4- bedded units, all with bathroom en-suite. An optional third bed is available in each tent on request.
Each unit has a verandah and is electrified. A fully equipped kitchen and dining area is connected to each tent by a wooden boardwalk. Barbecue facilities are available. These units are self-catering and are serviced daily.
Petrol is available, and curios, cool drinks and camera film can be purchased from the Mpila Camp Shop, but no provisions or restaurant facilities are provided.

Accommodation : Masinda Lodge

Set mid-way between Hilltop and Mpila Camps and close to the Nyalazi Gate entrance this Lodge sleeps 9. A double (Master suite) and 2 twin rooms in the main house with a cottage sleeping 3 adjacent. Each bedroom has private en suite bathroom facilities. It has a fully equipped kitchen, lounge dining area with verandah and barbecue area. This Lodge is being upgraded to a fully hosted and catered for facility.

BUSH LODGES

Accommodation : Muntulu Bush Lodge

Hidden in a wilderness setting overlooking the Hluhluwe River, Muntulu Bush Lodge affords guests total privacy while enjoying a superb wildlife experience. The camp consists of four two bed units with en-suite bathrooms which are linked by wooden walkways to the central lounge and dining area. A cook is in attendance, and a field ranger who, on request, takes visitors on walks through the african bush. Minimum booking for 6 persons.

Accommodation : Gqoyeni & Hlatikhulu Bush Lodge

Elevated, on a peninsula overlooking the  Black Mfolozi River , these bush lodges offers excellent game viewing opportunities in an ideal setting. Four two-bed units, each with individual showers and toilets, are linked by wooden walkways to a central living area. A cook is available to prepare food supplied by guests, and a game guard conducts walks into the surrounding bushveld. Minimum booking 6 persons.

Accommodation : Munyawaneni Bush Lodge

This bush lodge overlooks the confluence of the Hluhluwe River and the Munyawaneni stream. Set in parklike surroundings, it commands splendid game viewing conditions. An open plan lounge/dining area adjoins four 2-bed sleeping units, each with en-suite showers and toilets. A cook and game guard are in attendance. Minimum booking for 6 persons.

ENQUIRIES AND RESERVATIONS
Hluhluwe Imfolozi (Umfolozi) Park accommodation Tariffs; 

There is no camping in Hluhluwe.
Current tariff is effective from 1 November 2008 to 31 October 2009

Dinner, bed & breakfast packages on request.

There is no camping available in Imfolozi

Child Accommodation Rates
13 + years : Full adult rates apply
3 - 12 years : 50% of accommodation and conservation levy payable
0 - 2 years : stay free of charge, no conservation levy payable

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