Idwala Lodge

Surrender to the call of the wild... experience the enchanting African bushveld at Idwala, a family run lodge in the malaria free Eastern Cape. Perched on a dramatic ridge overlooking a lush green valley, Idwala is sanctuary to a multitude of free-roaming game species and prolific birdlife.

It's also adjacent to a renowned Big Five Game Reserve with no fences between the properties and full traversing rights over the entire 6500ha, so you can experience nature's breathtaking sights and sounds during your stay with us. With courteous, personalised service and refined comfort, Idwala offers discerning guests an unforgettable African bush experience which will touch your soul. Your African adventure awaits...

Idwala can accommodate up to eight people in four free-standing chalets. Each individually decorated, secluded room has an en-suite bathroom and private veranda offering sweeping views - the rooms have been named after the Big 5, and the décor combines slate, natural wood and local natural materials, to give an authentic African setting for the perfect, tranquil holiday.

It's an ideal and intimate venue for groups, friends and honeymooners. From the moment you first arrive in your room you'll realise that everything possible has been done to make your stay as special and spectacular as possible.

Our room facilities include:

Airport transfers, email, fax facilities and laundry service can be arranged. The house phone is also available for guest use.

Idwala Lodge is situated in the Frontier Country of the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. It lies adjacent to the renowned Lalibela Game Reserve, 90km from Port Elizabeth. Take the N2 from Port Elizabeth to Grahamstown. Exit at the Sidbury turnoff. The Idwala Lodge turnoff is 7km further.