• An exclusive-use lodge
    An exclusive-use lodge

    In Kuleni Nature Park, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal

  • UMTHIBA BUSH LODGE
Umthiba is a private lodge set in the heart of Kuleni Nature Park, a natural sand forest adjacent to Phinda Game Reserve, near St Lucia World Heritage Site in KwaZulu Natal, a mere 3 hour drive from Durban.

This comfortable lodge allows the visitor the opportunity to experience nature and wildlife at its pristine best from a deck chair on the verandah or while walking the many nature trails that traverse the diverse indigenous bush and grasslands.

The Park is home to wildebeest, giraffe, warthog, zebra and a large variety of antelope and with the abundance of birdlife is a birdwatcher’s paradise. Umthiba Bush Lodge is fully equipped for selfcatering and is suitable for couples as well as groups of family and friends.

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Guest Reviews

  • A wonderful family holiday

    We had a wonderful family holiday here! Never saw the giraffe, but saw duiker, impala, monkeys and dung beetles. Had fun!

    Family group, October 2026

    Howick, Cape Town & Oxford UK

  • The best place to unwind

    The best place to unwind and be with family. Sorry to be leaving. Place is amazing. Perfect combination of the tranquillity of the bush and the company of good friends.

    Family & friends group, October 2026

    Ballito & Wellington, Western Cape

  • Beautiful spot to relax

    Beautiful spot to relax and enjoy with special friends.

    Guests, October 2026

    Kloof, KZN

  • Our 2nd visit and we will be back!

    Our 2nd visit and we will be back! Everything you need for a relaxing stay and time to catch up with friends. Thobile was great!

    Returning guests, October 2026

    Kloof, KZN