Valley Lodge
Lodge in Dundee, KwaZulu-Natal
Sleeps 6 · 1–5 bedrooms · 1–5 beds · 1 bathroom · 10 units
Nestled in south of Babanango Game Reserve, Valley Lodge offers a serene escape in nature. Its nine adjoining luxury rooms provide splendid views of indigenous gardens designed by horticulturalist Chris Dalzell. With a maximum capacity of 18 guests, the farm style lodge ensures a cozy experience.
Rooms and Prices
Property features
- Air conditioning
- Gym
- Free parking
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wi-Fi
- Library
- Bar / Lounge
- Business Centre
- Conference facilities
- Laundry service
Description
Valley Lodge has been thoughtfully designed with families in mind, creating lasting memories for guests of all ages. Parents can unwind in the inviting lounge area, enjoying delicious cocktails from the well-stocked bar while keeping an eye on their children as they splash in the pools.
As the day draws to a close, the captivating boma invites families and friends to gather around the crackling fire, creating a cozy atmosphere for sharing stories and savoring a delightful dining experience. It's the perfect opportunity to bond and reminisce about the day's exciting adventures, surrounded by the warmth of loved ones.
Additionally, the lodge offers a unique chance to explore South Africa's captivating history. Located near the iconic battle sites of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift, guests can embark on a full-day battlefield tour. A short drive of approximately an hour from the lodge transports visitors to these historic locations, where they can witness the heroic tales and pivotal moments of the past. Immerse yourself in the landscapes where courageous battles unfolded, gaining profound insights into the country's rich history.
Babanango Valley Lodge provides a convenient and immersive experience, allowing guests to unravel the layers of South Africa's fascinating heritage.
Nearby Attractions
- All inclusive in your stay:
- Game Drives (morning and afternoon)
- Bush Dining (weather dependent)
- Walking Safari (On request)
All nearby attractions
- All inclusive in your stay:
- Game Drives (morning and afternoon)
- Bush Dining (weather dependent)
- Walking Safari (On request)
- Bird Watching (On request)
- Optional extra fee:
- Battlefield Tours
- Wildlife Monitoring
- Helicopter Conservation / Fence Patrols
- Coppermine Tours (Coming soon)
Area Info
Babanango Game Reserve, located in the heart of Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, is a showcase for one of the most ambitious rewilding projects in Southern Africa in recent years.
Set among the breathtaking topography of the upper White Umfolozi River Valley, the reserve occupies a vast wilderness area of over 20,000 hectares that is steeped in Zulu history and layered upon geological features that date back to the beginning of time.
The rugged mountains and valleys provide refuge for an extraordinary diversity of birds, plants, insects, reptiles, and mammals, including the elusive aardvark and aardwolf.
With the recent return of the African elephant, Babanango Game Reserve is Big Five.
Area Info
Babanango Game Reserve, located in the heart of Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, is a showcase for one of the most ambitious rewilding projects in Southern Africa in recent years.
Set among the breathtaking topography of the upper White Umfolozi River Valley, the reserve occupies a vast wilderness area of over 20,000 hectares that is steeped in Zulu history and layered upon geological features that date back to the beginning of time.
The rugged mountains and valleys provide refuge for an extraordinary diversity of birds, plants, insects, reptiles, and mammals, including the elusive aardvark and aardwolf.
With the recent return of the African elephant, Babanango Game Reserve is Big Five.
With highly knowledgeable guides and a range of activities to choose from, visitors to Babanango Game Reserve can be assured of an unrivalled safari experience.
Significant historical battle sites, such as Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, are located close by.
Directions
- DIRECTIONS FROM KING SHAKA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
- There will be three toll gates on the way which require cash or a credit card. The fee ranges from ZAR15.50 to ZAR44.00. From King Shaka, merge onto the N2 Kwadukuza towards Tongaat and travel 79km. Take Exit 277 (the Gingindlovu turnoff) for the R66, continue for 800m then turn left onto the R66 towards Gingindlovu/Eshowe/Ulundi.
- Travel for 75.8km passing through Melmoth town. After the Total Garage, drive 3.6km until you get to the third left towards Babanango Town and take this onto the R68. Drive 20.9km and turn right towards Babanango Valley to stay on the R68 for another 32km.
- Please look out for the Brown Road Sign indicating Babanango turnoff. If you reach a bridge you’ve gone 20 minutes too far!
Directions
- DIRECTIONS FROM KING SHAKA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
- There will be three toll gates on the way which require cash or a credit card. The fee ranges from ZAR15.50 to ZAR44.00. From King Shaka, merge onto the N2 Kwadukuza towards Tongaat and travel 79km. Take Exit 277 (the Gingindlovu turnoff) for the R66, continue for 800m then turn left onto the R66 towards Gingindlovu/Eshowe/Ulundi.
- Travel for 75.8km passing through Melmoth town. After the Total Garage, drive 3.6km until you get to the third left towards Babanango Town and take this onto the R68. Drive 20.9km and turn right towards Babanango Valley to stay on the R68 for another 32km.
- Please look out for the Brown Road Sign indicating Babanango turnoff. If you reach a bridge you’ve gone 20 minutes too far!
- As you passing through Babanango Town, there will be a 4-way intersection by the Police Station in Babanango Town. Turn left and continue on the R68. After 3.6km, look out for the Babanango Valley Lodge sign and turn right onto a dirt road. After you have taken the correct turn
- travel for 1.1km until the road forks to the left. Take a left fork and continue on this dirt road for 10.3km. Look out for wildlife and river crossing!
- [Dirt road access. 4x4 not required]
- Please adhere to the speed limits as there are many speed traps along the way. Please also be aware that a large portion of the roads are regional roads and you maybe drive past many cows and goats whom can walk across the road at any given time.
- ESTIMATED DRIVING TIME: 3 HOURS 30 MINS
- TOTAL DISTANCE: 228 KM
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- DIRECTIONS FROM CENTRAL JOHANNESBURG
- There will be three toll gates on the way which require cash or a credit card. The fee ranges from ZAR300 to ZAR350.
- Take the N3 south out of Johannesburg for about 150km. After you pass through Villiers, take Exit 133 and turn left onto the R34 towards Vrede. After 13km, turn right onto the R103, then after 15km turn left onto the R34. Travel for 13.5km to get to Vrede, then turn right to stay on the R34.
- After 89km, turn left and then continue straight for 12km until you come to the N11. Turn right onto the N11 and continue for 1.2km, then turn left on to the R34 towards Utrecht.
- After 75.6km, continue straight onto the P 54 over the Bloedrivier. Travel for 39km to the town of Nqutu, then continue straight onto the R68/Isandlwana Road.
- After 37km until you see a green sign D139 - turn left. Proceed for 1km and turn left at the signposted private road to Babanango Valley Lodge.
- Enjoy your stay!
- [Dirt road access. 4x4 not required]
- Please adhere to the speed limits as there are many speed traps along the way. Please also be aware that a large portion of the roads are regional roads and you maybe drive past many cows and goats whom can walk across the road at any given time.
- ESTIMATED DRIVING TIME: 6 HOURS 30 MINS
- TOTAL DISTANCE: 482KM
Cancellation Policy
- PAYMENT POLICY
- All reservations require a 50% deposit to secure booking date/s
- All deposits must be paid within 72 hours of making a reservation - failure to receive funds in the stipulated time will result in cancellation of your reservation
- Full and final settlement of a reservation must be made no later than 14
Cancellation Policy
- PAYMENT POLICY
- All reservations require a 50% deposit to secure booking date/s
- All deposits must be paid within 72 hours of making a reservation - failure to receive funds in the stipulated time will result in cancellation of your reservation
- Full and final settlement of a reservation must be made no later than 14
- days before arrival
- Any reservations made 30-days or less before arrival will require full
- settlement within 24 hours of making a reservation
- Payments can be made via bank transfer / electronic funds transfer (eft),
- online with your VISA debit card, VISA credit card or Mastercard through
- our online payment portal, which is hosted by PayGate or Cash deposits,
- however, be aware that cash deposits will attract a fee of 3% of the amount
- payable.
- The property does not accept cash payments.
- Identification documents must be presented upon arrival.
- Card payments, Secure EFT and Zapper transactions can be processed through the below link:
- https://paylink.paygate.co.za/?p1=6R10
- Please make sure the link you click on directs you to Babanango Game Reserve (Pty) Ltd DPO Link.
- Enter the Reference obtained from Babanango Game Reserve (Pty) Ltd
- Enter the ZAR amount without the currency symbol or commas.
- Use a decimal point for cents. Amount format example: 1000.00
- CANCELLATION & AMENDMENT POLICY
- 4 weeks before arrival - 100% of the full amount
- All cancellations and amendments must be made in writing.
- All amendments made to bookings paid in full are subject to availability
- and will incur a R1,000 penalty change fee per booking.
- Bookings paid in full cannot be amended 7 days before arrival. Should changes be made within this time frame - this will be subject to availability and lodge manager’s discretion.
- A 10% postponement fee applies to changes made prior to the cancellation period taking effect.
- Postponed bookings made under special rates will expire, and new booking period rates
- will apply.
Conditions
- PAYMENT POLICY
- All reservations require a 50% deposit to secure booking date/s
- All deposits must be paid within 72 hours of making a reservation - failure to receive funds in the stipulated time will result in cancellation of your reservation
- Full and final settlement of a reservation must be made no later than 14
Conditions
- PAYMENT POLICY
- All reservations require a 50% deposit to secure booking date/s
- All deposits must be paid within 72 hours of making a reservation - failure to receive funds in the stipulated time will result in cancellation of your reservation
- Full and final settlement of a reservation must be made no later than 14
- days before arrival
- Any reservations made 30-days or less before arrival will require full
- settlement within 24 hours of making a reservation
- Payments can be made via bank transfer / electronic funds transfer (eft),
- online with your VISA debit card, VISA credit card or Mastercard through
- our online payment portal, which is hosted by PayGate or Cash deposits,
- however, be aware that cash deposits will attract a fee of 3% of the amount
- payable.
- The property does not accept cash payments.
- Identification documents must be presented upon arrival.
- Card payments, Secure EFT and Zapper transactions can be processed through the below link:
- https://paylink.paygate.co.za/?p1=6R10
- Please make sure the link you click on directs you to Babanango Game Reserve (Pty) Ltd DPO Link.
- Enter the Reference obtained from Babanango Game Reserve (Pty) Ltd
- Enter the ZAR amount without the currency symbol or commas.
- Use a decimal point for cents. Amount format example: 1000.00
- CANCELLATION & AMENDMENT POLICY
- 4 weeks before arrival - 100% of the full amount
- All cancellations and amendments must be made in writing.
- All amendments made to bookings paid in full are subject to availability
- and will incur a R1,000 penalty change fee per booking.
- Bookings paid in full cannot be amended 7 days before arrival. Should changes be made within this time frame - this will be subject to availability and lodge manager’s discretion.
- A 10% postponement fee applies to changes made prior to the cancellation period taking effect.
- Postponed bookings made under special rates will expire, and new booking period rates
- will apply.
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