Sea Escapes Cabins and Cottages

Experience the magic of Sodwana Bay above and below the waves at Sea Escapes. The pristine coastal forests are bordered by naturally vegetated dunes that shelter golden beaches. Washed by the warm Indian Ocean current, offering exceptional snorkelling and scuba diving, we are privileged to share this underwater paradise with the many sea creatures.

Guests have a choice of staying in the double cabins with private outdoor shower facilities or the family cottages and can be assured of comfort and personal attention.

The Lodge is easily accessible, just off the main Mbazwana/Sodwana road and 10 km from the main beach. Sea Escapes is perfectly located for guests who want to base themselves in the heart of this pristine area and further explore the region.

As the African sun sets, guests can enjoy sundowners beside the pool, exchange stories around the campfire to the sound of African drums and the sizzling meat on the braai. International and local eco-tourists will enjoy the distinct ecosystems and prolific animal, bird and plant life. We are within 100 km of various game reserves such as Phinda Game Reserve, Tembe Elephant Park, Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve, Ndumu Game Reserve, and Mkuze Game Reserve. Lake Sibiya, Kosi Bay, Border Cave and other exceptional areas are also close by, but are unfortunately only accessible by a 4x4 vehicle. Tours can however be arranged.

We are committed to the conservation of our coral reefs and dunes, and strive to give our guests an Eco-tourism experience to remember. Our hospitable staffs are on hand to ensure a stay to be savoured and remembered.

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Reviews

"Tranquility"

15 April 2024

"The place is so remote and quiet. Its ideal when you want a break from the town's hustle and bustle. Bird life is booming here. The shade from the forest caps it all.On improvements, an extra blanket will do especially on cold nights"
"Not that good"

21 October 2019

"We lost alot of money..We did not stay at this venue.1st, they need to put up more signs to show people where to go.2nd, they need to let people know that its not really suttable to drive with a car, its a sand road and the cars struggle to drive on sand.I would never ever recomend this venue to people driving with a car. Bades of all we lost all our money."
"Surprise Switch."

06 December 2018

"We actually got to stay in the guest house (surprise for us). Absolutely lovely house, more than enough space, homey and welcoming. Definitely worth it."
"Refund please"

05 December 2018

"Did not attend and cancelled same day that booking was made. No refund received yet. Disappointed."
"The bush around us."

04 November 2018

"Maybe a safe braaier at each cabin."
"Feedback on our stay at Sea Escapes"

12 April 2018

"I can really recommend Sea Escapes for an affordable, comfortable, but also relaxing stay, away from the hustle and bustle of some of the very busy diving resorts during peak times. Thanks also to Lindsay and Janice being such caring hosts."
"A different place"

24 July 2017

"Not as appealing as the pictures, if you like roughing it, then it's great, the cabin with the shower outside is very small and no space to put your things and the shower and toilet are under the stars, I think it would be lovely in summer but winter it's just to cold, the beach is a good 10kms from the place and it's mainly for diving so not the best for kids! If you looking for cheap accommodation and are keen on diving then ok but not much to do!"
"Comfy, roomy and everything we needed"

13 July 2017

"We enjoyed our stay at Sea Escapes. The house was very spacious and clean with everything in the kitchen for cooking. It was fairly close to the beach. Janice was a efficient, friendly and caring."
"Toad Tree Cabins"

19 June 2017

"Janice is a very pleasant person but Toad tree cabins will never see me again. firstly the photo's on the page is misleading. I have killed a spider on the Monday and it was lying on the floor the day when we left still after they clean every morning your Cabin. we had a very quiet stay until the Thursday when Coral Reef divers from Volksrust arrived. they we drinking and was very load until 2 in the morning. we could not use the communial kitchen or braai as they are regular visitors and they did not worry if there are other people that need to use it. Friday the same story they were very load until Janice come and ask me to join the drinker and partiers. I said no thank you as we come to rest not drink till 2 in the morning.when we want to shower we did not have any hot water reason for the Coral reef divers kids was playing in the shower for about and half and hour We come home one day earlier losing our money because of people that do not take other people in considerations. I would rather book in to Sodwana bay lodge next time when I go to Sodwana. So the 10'clock rule that they applied here at Toad Tree cabins do not apply if you are not a diver"
"Disappointed"

09 June 2016

"We were extremely disappointed by our experience at<em style="color: #002060; font-family: tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333px; background-color: #ffffff;">Toad Tree Cabins.</em>Our accommodation was barely tolerable & nothing like the pictures portrayed. The kitchen had the oldest, minimum items, & the gas for the stove leaked very badly every time we needed to cook. The shower head fell off. Janice was not at all hospitable. We left a day early without so much as a rise of an eyebrow or a "Why?"<div>Spending that many SA rands I felt royally ripped off. </div>"
"Great stay and scuba"

12 October 2015

"Had a wonderful stay! Accommodation was perfect and supplied all our needs.<div>Janice and Lindsay are great hosts.</div>"
"Diving Soddies!"

03 June 2014

"Was nice and Rustic. Perfectly relaxing for what we wanted. The bungalows were clean and comfortable. Fire wood was provided free of charge. Lindsey was an excellent host and knew his Scuba Diving story. Unfortunately we did not have time for more dives! Will return again next time in SA."
"Sea escapes Cabins"

17 February 2014

"I liked the setup at Sea Escape Cabins. Quite an experience I must say."
"Very disappointed"

06 January 2014

"Very, very over prized for what we received. We were very disappointed."
"Sea Escaptes Cabins and Cottages"

12 August 2013

"I think it was very far from the main beach. I also think that it was very unsafe there. We were very far away from nearby people and the gate that we every time have to climb out of the car to open and close is also not very safe."
"Not enjoyable"

31 July 2013

"It was not enjoyable as I was not made aware that the cabin had an outdoor bathroom facility upfront with the quotation."
"Experience of a lifetime"

19 June 2013

"As two pensioners, Elise and I found it at Sea Escapes which we used as our base camp. We drove up and down, see all the lakes we could see, down to St Lucia and up to Ponta do Oura in Maputo. In the evenings we joined the young crowd and had a jol with them around the camp fire. Thank you to Lindsay and Janice for being such wonderful hosts, helpful and assisting in everything possible. Thank you Lindsay for braaing for us the last night and the nice chat around the camp fire and Janice for organising to courier me my "left behind jewelry" to me, which I most sincerely appreciated. You guys are great. Hope to meet with you again in the future."
"Enjoyable stay"

26 November 2012

"We enjoyed a stay and it was good experience. The support from staff and making sure that we enjoy the stay the map provided for driving directions. Thanks for the hospitality, the rooms are spacious and well ventilated."
"Sea Escapes"

06 July 2012

"I could not get to the cottage with my sedan without getting stuck in the sand. There is no grass road as advertised on-line. I only stayed one night and booked out. Noisy and kitchen was not clean."
"Relaxed time away"

10 April 2012

"We had a wonderful and relaxing time at Sea Escapes. The accommodation was simple with everything you need. Absolutely great diving experience - relaxed yet very professional. We will definitely be back!"
"Nice place to relax"

20 August 2011

"We stayed in the Honeymoon Cottage. It was very big with a kitchen, a bathroom and a private barbecue area. Friendly owner. Nice place to relax."
"We had a wonderful stay."

15 April 2010

"Sea escapes is a place to relax and we did. it has a family feeling about it, we meet good people during out stay."
"I would definitely stay here again."

12 April 2010

"We really enjoyed our stay at Sea Escapes. Accommodation was clean and tidy. Kitchen facilities were perfect and big braai area outside. It was also nice to be close to Sodwana but far enough away from the chaos and enjoy some peace and quiet."
"The Wrights - Toad Tree Cabins"

02 March 2010

"We had a lovely weekend in Sodwana Bay. Besides the wind and the heat in the cabin we were staying in it was near perfect."
"Everything was awesome"

19 January 2010

"We have really enjoyed our stay"
"Everything was awesome"

19 January 2010

"We have really enjoyed our stay"
"A lovely, peaceful location."

12 October 2009

"We enjoyed our stay at SEC&C, very friendly & sociable hosts & though we weren't diving they made sure we were included & informed about local activities. we found plenty to do between the amazing beach, game park, and Indian head massage in the village...a lovely, peaceful location."
"A lovely, peaceful location."

12 October 2009

"We enjoyed our stay at SEC&C, very friendly & sociable hosts & though we weren't diving they made sure we were included & informed about local activities. we found plenty to do between the amazing beach, game park, and Indian head massage in the village...a lovely, peaceful location."
"Sea Escapes/Toad Tree Lodge"

20 July 2009

"We had a wonderful weekend and highly recommend Sea Escapes and Toad Tree Lodge. Lindsay is an awesome Dive Master and made the diving extra special. We have dived all over the world and very frequently at Sodwana and there is no ways we will dive with any one else whilst he is around. Lindsay and Janice are fabulous company and made us feel we had come home for a weekend. You have to go there is meet the catsWe are definitely going back soon!"
"Happy memories made"

28 December 2008

"We had a wonderful stay at sea escapes.... Very welcoming and comfortable. Lovely people.... and the Diving was amazing : ) even though i got a little sea sick ..."
"Happy memories made"

28 December 2008

"We had a wonderful stay at sea escapes....Very welcoming and comfortable.Lovely people.... and the Diving was amazing : )even though i got a little sea sick ..."
"Excellent"

15 December 2008

"Our stay at Sea Escapes was very pleasant and relaxing. Janice and Lesley were great hosts and Tony was a wonderful scuba instructor. We can't wait to return SOON... excellent excellent excellent !!!"
"Excellent"

15 December 2008

"Our stay at Sea Escapes was very pleasant and relaxing. Janice and Lesley were great hosts and Tony was a wonderful scuba instructor. We can't wait to return SOON... excellent excellent excellent !!!"
"Recommended"

24 July 2008

"Thank you, we enjoyed our stay, and if in the area will make use of Sea Escapes."
"Very good"

02 June 2008

"Had good time and stay. I will visit Sea escapes again with my family.Thank you for having use."
"Very good"

02 June 2008

"Had good time and stay. I will visit Sea escapes again with my family.Thank you for having use."
"Recommended"

21 February 2008

"Very well informed and hospitable hosts, accommodation very clean and tidy - thank you!"
"Recommended"

21 February 2008

"Very well informed and hospitable hosts, accommodation very clean and tidy - thank you!"
"Sea Escapes"

22 March 2007

"We had a really enjoyable weekend.Accommodation was fine and very clean. All the Sea Eascapes staff were friendly and very competent and they went out of their way to make sure that we had a great time."
"Value for money"

20 February 2007

"Sea Escapes Cabins are excellent value for money. I enjoyed my stay there. Very quiet, peaceful and safe and the hospitallity from Janice and Lindsey was excellent. I recommend it to anyone and would definitely stay there again. Thanx "
"Satisfied and Happy"

15 December 2006

"I was very impressed with everything The reception and the accommodation were suitable for me. Just a pity about the weather. Otherwise I enjoyed it."
"Satisfied and Happy"

15 December 2006

"I was very impressed with everythingThe reception and the accommodation were suitable for me. Just a pity about the weather. OtherwiseI enjoyed it. "
"Diving, sea escapes"

06 December 2006

"Lenzy and Sean are professional trainers; thank you guys."
"Diving, sea escapes"

06 December 2006

"Lenzy and Sean are professional trainers; thank you guys."