Utshwayelo, Kosi Mouth Lodge and Camp

Reviews

• "Wonderful stay"

  30 November 2019

  "The place is terrific, will always recommend someone to stay. In fact I am coming back next summer"

• "Well organised camp, friendly people"

  18 August 2019

  "Cleanliness, user friendly."

• "The friendliness and helpfulness of the staff."

  04 September 2018

  "What an amazing place! we loved every moment of our stay. The natural setting of the Kosi river mouth is unique in my experience and an ideal place for snorkeling in a safe setting with an impressive variety of sea life. Our stay was made special by the staff who went out of their way to make life as easy as a holiday should be."

• "Boat cruise on the lakes."

  16 May 2018

  "Mike was the perfect host, attending to all our needs and informing us of things to do in the area which we appreciated so much.On the negative side we do think the facilities need upgrading ie laundry and camp wash up area as well as the Braais .We loved the pool area , communal kitchen and the pub area.I do believe in Mikes capable hand and the few negatives sorted it will be the best place to stay."

• "Camping stands are an awesome size with excellent shade"

  05 May 2018

  "Loved the idea of the communal kitchen and honesty bar.Overall needs a bit of work, no hot water in the scullery, leaking showers and doors that did not close and the braai per stand was just a truck wheel hub with no grid.A little more interaction from staff explaining the setup would go a long way"

• "fantastic walk from Utshwayelo"

  06 April 2018

  "Nice Position and easy accessible in Cosy Bay Mouth. We met great People at the poolbar who told us about the walk with Jeffrey next day. We joined them and had a fantastic experience exploring the rainforest, sanddunes and snorkelling in the lagoon at Kosi Bay Mouth. We booked a tented hut in a secluded area (according to SafariNow description) but got the Standard accommodation."

• "Reconnecting to Nature"

  22 January 2018

  "We had a wonderful time at Utshwayelo, everyone is very friendly and accommodating, the trip there from Pretoria is far but totally worth it !!"

• "Best beach ever!"

  28 August 2017

  "Nice people, great location!"

• "Excellent"

  01 February 2017

  "Excellent helpfull staff"

• "Excellent location and very neat and well-kept facilities"

  21 October 2016

  "Excellent location as you are literally right next to the entrance gate to the nature reserve. Lovely pool area with ample seating under large trees. Can easily get to the lodge with a small sedan. Lodge itself is in tip top condition. If you reside at the lodge, you only have to pay the gate fee once for your entire stay, so can go to the beach multiple times.<br/>Campsites are wonderful, with lots of shade and the reed walls around it is excellent for privacy and wind protection. <br/>If you dont have a 4x4 and are on a shoestring budget and cant afford a paid for trip down to the beach (2.5km does not sound far but especially walking back up isnt fun and games unless you're very fit, considering you walk is soft sand all the way - totally worth doing at least once though) you can set out as if you're going to walk down and you might get lucky and get a ride with a friendly holidaymaker with space in his/her car. We got lucky twice. Kosi Bay mouth itself - spectacular. Fantastic snorkeling. wow. Totally worth the effort!"

• "Friendly, relaxed and great for kids"

  10 April 2016

  "We had a wonderful few days staying in the comfortable tents at Utshwayelo. We loved exploring the Kosi Bay Mouth and highly recomend the 3 lakes boat trip (take snorkels).<div>The camp has a great feel, the staff are helpful and friendly and the communal swimming pool / bar and kitchen area is great for the kids.</div>"

• "Spells booking"

  09 April 2016

  "Had nice stay - weather wasnt great which was a shame and felt there was a certain lack of information for first time visitors...... camp could do with a map of the layout of the area and maybe offer shorter walks??"

• "Lovely place to camp"

  02 March 2016

  "Huge and private sites with lovely large trees. Ablution block is well set up and spotless. <br />Location cannot be beat, right next to the gate for Kosi Bay.<br />"

• "Highly recommended"

  03 October 2015

  "We had a wonderful stay in Utshwayelo Lodge, the staff was very friendly, the location fantastic. The communal kitchen was well equipped and clean. The camp grounds are very nice and with only one party per site you have a lot of privacy. The staff organised day trips for us. Very nice and highly recommended. Probably the best snorkeling for kids, since you can go in Kosi River Mouth and see lots of tropical fish.<br />Peter from Germany"

• "Quiet, relaxing stay"

  28 April 2015

  "Except for the misunderstanding that electrical power was available throughout, the stay was awesome. Staff were friendly and helpful.<div>Bathrooms were clean with warm water.</div><div>Pool area clean and well kept.</div><div><br /></div>"

• "Hope YOU can find it"

  29 March 2013

  "We booked into the camp, and paid half the fee, but were never able to find it. The directions offered to the camp are plainly horrible. 'Go 70km towards Kosi bay and follow the signs'. We passed through, and never saw a sign. Next day we accidentally stumbled upon the camp, which could have easily been directed to as '100 meters before the Mizambique border post turn right and you will see a sign leading to the camp after a while'. Also we tried to call the camp 22 times; all without the phone being answered. We never received our down payment back."

• "Pleasant"

  09 July 2012

  "Thanks for the very pleasant camping experience. We have been at various other sites during our visit in the area and I rate this camp site top of all the others that I have seen. Highly recommended."

• "Very nice"

  11 April 2012

  "We thouroughly enjoyed our stay at Utshwayelo. The staff were friendly and most helpful. Best of all is the privacy offered in the 'boma-type' campsites. Planning our next trip already."

• "Wonderful"

  03 April 2012

  "Wonderful spot with great access to lagoon with good snorkelling. Campsite well situated. Ken, Enoch, Armstrong and Alex went that "extra mile" for us! Pool a great asset to the place as it was very hot!"

• "Fantastic!"

  27 December 2011

  "My friends and I really enjoyed our stay! Friendly staff that were always smiling and excellent facilities. Definitely will be coming back!"

• "Great breakaway"

  05 December 2011

  "We stayed here for only one night and we should've stayed longer! Really enjoyed it and the chalet was awesome!"

• "Nice place to relax"

  30 August 2011

  "It was really a big pleasure staying at Utshwayelo Lodge and camp.Its a nice place to relax and get away from the city."

• "Great location, awesome accomodation"

  22 June 2011

  "We stayed in a luxury cabin (got a free upgrade from the standard cabin). The cabin was very clean and new! Just loved it. I can recommend the luxury cabin. The rest of the facilities looked very clean and new."

• "Memorable"

  12 January 2011

  "The setting of the camp, on a hill rise and so close to the mouth is very special and the camp itself is well tended. Our charming chalet was very comfortable and clean. The staff are attentive and helpful in a relaxed and friendly way. Altogether, it was a memorable 5 night stay"

• "Excellent!"

  05 January 2011

  "We had a lovely stay. It is close to the beach. The stands are neat and clean and the staff are all friendly. Security is excellent! Thank you."

• "Stunning place!"

  03 January 2011

  "We really really enjoyed our stay at Utshwayelo and will definitely be back! Ken, Enoch and staff are all really friendly and helpful and the service was brilliant. Will stay longer than just one night next time round!"