The Elephant Coast, South Africa

Kosi Forest Lodge

Unique Thatched Lake Side Lodge

Kosi Forest Lodge is situated in the untouched wilderness that is part of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, now recognised as a World Heritage Site and just south of the Mozambique border.

The 16-bed lodge offers comfortable accommodation, fine cuisine and caters for a host of estuarine, beach and wilderness activities. Explore this unique ecosystem by guided canoe, boat trip on the lakes, raffia forest walks or day excursion to nearby coastal beaches.

Kosi Forest Lodge is set in a beautiful sand forest on the banks of the Kosi Lake. The thatched bush suites are carefully positioned to provide guests with privacy and an intimacy with the peaceful surroundings. The romantic en-suite bathrooms are open-air, giving guests a truly unique experience. Guests can relax at the pool with its unsurpassed views of Lake Shengeza.

Highlights

Guided Canoeing

Raffia Palm Forest Walk

Full day boat trip

Full day Kosi Mouth visit

Turtle tracking

Illala Palm Wine Tasting/Cultural Experience

Seven Tents

One Family Suite

Swimming Pool

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