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Kosi Forest Lodge - Accommodation in Kosi Bay Nature Reserve,  KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Kosi Forest Lodge - Accommodation in Kosi Bay Nature Reserve,  KwaZulu-Natal is a 16-bed wilderness lodge located in the Kosi Bay Nature Reserve – a magical place of lakes, rivers, pristine beaches, bush and coastal forests. The unspoiled Kosi Bay Nature Reserve surrounds the rare and beautiful Kosi Bay lake system. It has been incorporated into the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park, an internationally recognised World Heritage Site. The 11,000ha, 30km-long reserve is a tropical paradise of crystal clear water, marshland, swamp and coastal forests that is home to about 250 species of bird. Hippo and crocodile bask in and around the lakes and the reserve provides a haven for a variety of rare fish, flora and fauna. The Kosi lake system has long been regarded as the best-preserved large estuary system on South Africa’s Indian Ocean coastline.

Price: 6

all included

2 double 6 twins 1 family suite

Kosi Forest Lodge is the only private lodge in the reserve. The lodge offers excellent accommodation, fine cuisine and has become a firm favourite as a honeymoon destination. A massive Zulu Podberry tree is the focal point of the main lodge with the lounge, diningroom and bar all opening onto a large, wooden deck around the tree. Kosi Forest Lodge takes full advantage of Maputuland’s sultry weather with most meals served alfresco - on the deck or under large Albizia trees. A swimming pool, built into the deck, at the lake’s edge is always a welcome sight. Candles light the area at night giving it a warm, romantic ambience reminiscent of wild African adventures of long ago.

The thatched bush suites are hidden in the sand forest of the Kosi Bay Nature Reserve providing privacy under the forest’s peaceful canopy of shady trees. The rooms are raised on a wooden deck with a beautifully appointed bedroom, balcony, dressing room and separate bath and shower. The romantic en-suite bathroom is open-air in a reed-enclosed boma. Set in white beach sand and positioned under one of the huge forest trees, guests are guaranteed a truly unique experience. The bedrooms have low wooden walls with mosquito netting and roll-up canvas blinds allowing for full views of the surrounding forest. Kosi Forest Lodge has become increasingly popular as a honeymoon destination. The honeymoon suite is completely private and allows couples to enjoy the serenity of the surrounding sand forest undisturbed.

The best way to explore Kosi Bay Nature Reserve is by canoe. The mouth of the Kosi Lakes is regarded as one of the best snorkeling sites anywhere in the world. Enjoy swimming in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean and soak up the sun along the beautiful stretch of beach. A full day boat trip with picnic lunch, a swim in the sea and guided walks through the reserve will be a highlight of your stay at Kosi Forest Lodge.