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Forest Villas is an upmarket Lodge which will be opening its doors in 2017 in the town of St Lucia, iSimangaliso world heritage site.

Forest Villas will be a newly built 4 star Lodge with 17 en-suite rooms. It will be as comfortable and attractive as its neighbour Forest lodge. Each room will be very similar to those in Forest Lodge (pictured) and will have a patio which overlooks the tropical forest which is so unique to Zululand.

Centrally located and are close to all amenities such as restaurants, shops and the market, allowing travelers to park their vehicle and be more mobile on foot. The swimming beach in 3 km from the Lodge and can be accessed either on foot or by vehicle.

The architectural qualities will be seen throughout the building, for Forest Villas in St. Lucia will be a modern and contemporary building style. The owners have vast experience in tourism and its demands. The Lodge design evolves around the luxury and comfort of its clients. The Lodge will be as modern and comfortable as Forest Lodge which is a highly successful Lodge on the same property.

Accommodation at Forest Villas:
With a room Configuration of 17 units, 13 of which cater for individual needs or that of small families sleeping up to 4 people per room and the other 4 cater more for larger groups or families in our self-catering family units sleeping up to 6 people. All rates are inclusive of Breakfast.

Activities:

- We specialise in day Excursions where we offer our clients only the best.
- Shonalanga Tours have concessions to do open safari tours in Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park as well as the Isimangiliso World Heritage Park.
- All our guides are Highly qualified with required qualifications and PDPs
- All COF certificates are renewed annually.
- All Vehicles are equipped with a fully stocked first aid kit and each guide is a qualified first aider.
- Should it rain all vehicles have water proof sides which roll down to ensure guests stay dry at all times.
- Each and every vehicle has seat belts making the open game vehicle safe to transfer clients to and from all the parks.
- All vehicles comes standard with blankets, one blanket per guest
- Vehicles have all insurances as per legislation.
- Vehicles are registered with SATSA, DEAT and the local Municipality (business lisence)

Full Day Big 5 Open Vehicle Safari
This is a game drive to Hhluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve (South Africas oldest Nature Reserve). Includes Entrance, Packed breakfast, Traditional Braai or Finger lunch in the park and refreshments (juice, mineral water, coffee or tea).
Pick up: 05h00
Drop off: 15h30

Half Day Big 5 Open Vehicle Safari
This is a game drive to Hhluhluwe Emfuleni Game Reserve (South Africas oldest Nature Reserve). Includes Entrance, Full Breakfast and refreshments (mineral water, coffee or tea).
Pick up: 05h00
Drop off: 12h00

Full Day Guided Tour to Cape Vidal
This is a tour into the Isimangiliso Wetland Park that gives you a game drive, walking on the beach and, if the tide permits, awesome snorkeling. Includes Entrance, snorkeling equipment, Light breakfast, Traditional Braai or Finger lunch and refreshments (juice, mineral water, coffee or tea).
Pick up: 07h00
Drop off: 15h30

Half Day Guided Tour to Cape Vidal
This is a tour into the Isimangiliso Wetland Park that gives you a game drive, walking on the beach and, if the tide permits, awesome snorkeling. Includes Entrance, snorkeling equipment, Light breakfast and refreshments (mineral water, coffee or tea).
Pick up: 07h00
Drop off: 13h00

2 Hour Hippo Croc Boat Cruise
This is an awesome 2 hour boat cruise on the Estuary to see our famous Hippos and Crocodiles. The boats run between 3 to 4 trips a day. On board you will find a cash bar and toilet available.

Guided Bush Walks
This excursion is a 2 hour walk on our walking trail in Isimangiliso. Not to be missed!!

Zulu Cultural Evening
A fun filled evening where you will experience Zulu tradition at its best. Includes A Zulu Lesson, Zulu Dancers, Zulu Beer Tasting and Traditional South African Braai (BBQ).

Rooms and Units Available:

Luxury Twin Room

Luxury Twin Room42Y/Y12Per PersonBedroom with 2 x queen size beds. 1x en-suite bathroom with shower, toilet, basin. air-con. free wifi. colour TV. seating. complimentary tea /coffee tray. kettle. mini fridge. hairdryer. breakfast included. serviced daily. pool. braai area.

Amount of similar units: 12
Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 children

Self-catering Apartment
2 Bedrooms, each has 1 x queen size bed plus 1 x single bed. Each bedroom has its own bathroom.
Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 6 Adults

Standard Double Room

Nestled in the garden close to the pool + braai area. Bedroom with 1x double bed. En-suite bathroom with shower. air-con. free wifi. colour TV. seating. complimentary tea /coffee tray. kettle. mini fridge. hairdryer. serviced daily. breakfast.

Sleeps 2 Adults

Standard Queen bed Room
Luxury Air conditioned room with Queen bed and en-suite bathroom with shower. Private room which is perfect for couples sharing or for a single person. Free uncapped Wi-Fi available. Flat screen TV in room with DSTV openview.
Sleeps 2 Adults

Triple 3 pax room

1 Double bed and 1 Single bed. En-suite bathroom with shower. air-con. free wifi. colour TV. seating. complimentary tea /coffee tray. kettle. mini fridge. hairdryer. breakfast included. serviced daily. pool. braai area.

Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 3 Adults

Facilities & Services available:

Babies
Children under 12
Elderly
Honeymoon Couples
Babysitting Service
Laundry Service
Ironing Service
Bar on the Premises
Cots available
Garden
Parking (off-street - open)
Tourism Information Desk
Wi-Fi
Afrikaans
English
Xhosa / Zulu
Other Language
Swimming Pool
No Pets Allowed

Cancellation Policy:

- Failure of the customer to arrive, or cancellations made 0 to 31 days prior to the agreed arrival date forfeit 100% of the deposit.
- Cancellations made 32 to 60 days prior to the agreed arrival date forfeit 75% of the deposit or 50% of the booking quote value, whichever the greater.
- Cancellations made 61 days or more prior to the agreed arrival date forfeit 70% of the deposit or 25% of the booking total, whichever is the greater.
- All bookings will only be confirmed once a 50 deposit has been received.
- On receipt of a written instruction to cancel the reservation, Shonalanga Lodge will refund the applicable amount as determined by the cancellation Terms.

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  • Accommodation Type: Bed & Breakfast and Self-Catering
  • Sleeps: 70
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
    Check-out: 10:00 AM