Makakatana Bay Lodge - Spurwing Tourism

Property Type Safari Lodge

Rooms / Units 8 units

Families Welcome

Gallery

Makakatana Bay Lodge – Aerial view of the lodge deck and plunge pool tucked into dune forest on the wetland edge of Lake St Lucia.

Makakatana Bay Lodge – A second view of a suite bedroom, from the window seat toward the bed.

Makakatana Bay Lodge – The honeymoon suite bedroom opens onto a private deck with two chairs facing the wetland.

Makakatana Bay Lodge – Aerial view of a deserted iSimangaliso beach where forested dunes meet a rocky point and the Indian Ocean surf.

The stay

A different kind of safari built around water and wetland

Makakatana sits in dune forest on Lake St Lucia rather than in a conventional private game reserve. The experience mixes boat safaris, wetland drives, birdlife and access to several iSimangaliso ecosystems.

Choose it to change the rhythm of a safari itinerary

It is particularly useful after a bush safari, adding water, forest and coastal landscapes without leaving northern KwaZulu-Natal.

Rooms & Suites

Luxury Suite

Max 2 adults · 1 children

Family Suite

Max 2 adults · 2 children

Honeymoon Suite

Max 2 adults

Safari & Experiences

Lake St Lucia boat safari

Private boat safari from the lodge jetty among hippos, crocodiles and birdlife.

Western Shores game drive

Scheduled wildlife drives explore the western section of iSimangaliso.

Beach and coastal excursions

Coastal and ocean-focused excursions can be arranged.

Optional

Good to know

Families

Family Suites welcome children of all ages; Luxury Suites can accommodate one child or teenager on a day bed.

Power & connectivity

Mains powered
In-room power available

The lodge provides the powered comfort expected of a remote safari property while keeping the experience focused on the wetland setting.

Getting there

Nearest airport: King Shaka International Airport

The lodge is inside the western section of iSimangaliso Wetland Park on Lake St Lucia.

Sustainability & Conservation

A conservation levy supports the protected iSimangaliso landscape in which the lodge operates.

Add the road leg

Private transfers, arranged with the stay.

Spurwing can coordinate private road transfers from Durban, King Shaka International Airport or another KwaZulu-Natal stop where the routing is practical, or build the road leg into a wider South African itinerary.

Tell us where you are coming from and where you are going next. We confirm the practical route, vehicle and timing before anything is booked.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many suites does Makakatana have?

Makakatana has eight suites: five Luxury Suites, two Family Suites and one Honeymoon Suite.

Does Makakatana offer boat safaris?

Yes. A private boat safari on Lake St Lucia is one of the lodge's signature experiences.

Are children welcome?

Yes. Family Suites welcome children of all ages, with other room rules depending on age and rate plan.