ELEPHANT ROCK LODGE

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ELEPHANT ROCK SAFARI LODGE

LOW SEASON SPECIALS
01 May 2026 - 10 DEC 2026 01 MAY 2026 - 10 DEC 2026
Accommodation Type Rates 3 Night special
Luxury Chalet, Per Person Sharing R 4395 R3 663
Luxury Chalet, Single Supplement R 5 395
HIGH SEASON SPECIALS
11 DEC 2026 - 15 JAN 2027 01 MAY 2026 - 10 DEC 2026
Accommodation Type Rates 3 Night special
Luxury Chalet, Per Person Sharing R4 995 R3 663
Luxury Chalet, Single Supplement R6 495

INCLUDED
✓ Three meals daily
✓ Accommodation
✓ Two game drives daily
✓ Selected Beverages

EXCLUDED 
✗ Premium Beverages
✗ Transfers
✗ Gratuities and personal purchases
✗ Conservation levy
✗ Any extras not specified under inclusions

🌿 CONSERVATION LEVY

R200 per person per night
Not included in the rack rate and subject to change without prior notice.

ELEPHANT ROCK LODGE CHALETS

There are three stand-alone luxury chalets which can accommodate two guests each. The chalets all have their own private deck and swinging chairs. Each chalet has an en-suite bathroom, complete with a shower and bathtub as well as a double outdoor shower. The chalets can be made up with either a king or two single beds. A flight of stairs leads to each chalet along pathways which are well lit at night. Each luxury room comes with the following features:

Tea & Coffee station

Complementary drinking water

Electric blankets

Heater/Air conditioner

Ceiling fan

Hairdryer

Safe

Mini fridge (not stocked)

Bathroom amenities

Bath & pool towels

Insect repellent

Complimentary Wifi

LUXURY DOUBLE CHALET

The luxury double chalet is made up of two luxury chalets which share a common wall and are joined by an interleading door. These chalets can each accommodate two guests. Each chalet has a private area of a shared deck overlooking a waterhole as well as two swing chairs. Both chalets are self-contained and have an en-suite bathroom complete with a shower and bathtub as well as a double outdoor shower. The chalets can be made up with either a king or two single beds. There is a flight of stairs leading to these chalets that is well lit at night. These chalets are ideal for family groups. Each chalet is equipped with:

Tea & Coffee station

Complimentary drinking water

Electric blankets

Heater/Air conditioner

Ceiling fan

Hairdryer

Safe

Mini fridge (not stocked)

Bathroom amenities

Bath & pool towels

Insect repellent

Complimentary Wifi

FACILITIES

Elephant Rock Luxury Safari Lodge offers the thrill of Big Five game viewing as well as the creature comforts of a top-class resort. A staff ratio of one staff member per guest ensures phenomenal service and personalised attention to detail. Relax on the deck next to the delightful pool or enjoy a sundowner on the main viewing deck overlooking the waterhole. The bar is an ideal meeting place for pre-dinner drinks.

 

POOL DECK WITH ROCK POOL

What better way to escape the heat of the day then to take a dip in the cool water of our rock pool or enjoy a G&T whilst relaxing on a sun lounger on the viewing deck overlooking the Elephant Rock Dam.

BOMA

Head down to a roaring fire at the Boma to reflect on the days experiences and be mesmerized by the abundance of stars in the Night sky above you.

 

PRIVATE FUNCTIONS

The lodge is ideal for small, exclusive private functions and teambuilding for up to ten people. Activities and meals to be planned to the guests’ requirements.

CUISINE

Elephant Rock is proud to offer its guests a selection of dining venues. Choose from a sumptuous dinner next to the fire in the main lodge on a cold night, a traditional meal complete with roaring fire in the boma, a meal under the stars on the magnificent deck overlooking the waterhole.

OUR CHEFS

pride themselves on the preparation of mouth-watering dishes that appeal to guests from all walks of life. Breakfast is served upon returning from a game drive and consists of a combined Continental & English breakfast & hot dishes made to order. A light lunch is served prior to the afternoon safari and a sumptuous dinner awaits guests upon returning from the late afternoon safari. Guests’ individual dietary requirements are respected and visitors are requested to advise of any special dietary requirements at the reservation stage.

Elephant Rock is the perfect facility for a celebratory getaway. Sole and exclusive use of the lodge is available. Plan your own menu, time of drive and location of meals by arrangement.

GAME DRIVES

Our experienced and knowledgeable field guides will take you on two game drives daily to explore the many wonders that Nambiti Big 5 Game Reserve Luxury Safari Lodge has to offer, including the Big 5, plains game, abundant bird life and plenty more!

Guests observing a lioness on a game drive at Elephant Rock Lodge – Big Five safari

THE SUNDAYS RIVER

 Waterfall Picnics for special occasions & private functions. By prior arrangement you can enjoy a relaxing picnic on the banks of the Sundays River while listening to the water cascading in the background.

 

The Sundays River near Elephant Rock Lodge – scenic safari landscape

BATTLEFIELD TOURS

For the history enthusiast, trips to any of the nearby battlefields, including Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana, can be arranged.

Elandslaagte Battlefields near Elephant Rock Lodge – historic South African site

FISHING

Enjoy some quiet time at one of the many well-stocked dams fishing for Bass. Fishing rods are available at our Luxury Safari Lodge.

FROM JOHANNESBURG

  • Take the N3 towards Durban.
  • After Van Reenen’s Pass, take the Ladysmith Toll off-ramp and continue on the R103 into Ladysmith.
  • Drive through Ladysmith following signs toward Newcastle (N11).
  • Continue on the N11 until you see the brown Nambiti sign and the D45 turn-off on your left.
  • Turn right onto the D45 gravel road and continue for 10.3 km.
  • At the Y-junction, turn right onto the D46 and continue for 2 km to the entrance of Nambiti Private Game Reserve.
  • The gate guard will direct you to undercover parking, where a ranger will transfer you to the lodge by open game viewer.

FROM DURBAN

  • Travel on the N3 past Mooi River and Estcourt towards Ladysmith.
  • Take the Colenso / R103 / R74 off-ramp and continue through Colenso towards Ladysmith / Newcastle.
  • Follow signs through Ladysmith toward Newcastle on the N11.
  • Continue on the N11 until you see the brown Nambiti sign and the D45 turn-off on your left.
  • Turn right onto the D45 gravel road and continue for 10.3 km.
  • At the Y-junction, turn right onto the D46 and continue for 2 km to the entrance of Nambiti Private Game Reserve.
  • The gate guard will direct you to undercover parking, where a ranger will transfer you to the lodge by open game viewer.

Please note: Cellphone reception in this area may be limited or intermittent.

NO children under the age of twelve (12) at the lodge, unless the lodge has been booked for exclusive use.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

All rates quoted are per person per night sharing, unless otherwise stated

Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates

Our 'From' rate reflected is only an indication of the property's pricing. Once we have your exact dates, we will send through a detailed quotation

A number of our rates quoted are based on specials for SADC Residents

All accommodation will be subject to availability

All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights

Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount

When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only

Bush Walks will often need to be pre-booked

Childminding is generally at an additional cost

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