umThombe Kei River Lodge

umThombe Kei River Lodge
Self-catering lodge in Kei Mouth
Dunneden Nature Reserve
Wild Coast - South Africa
Self-catering accommodation is offered in rustic thatched chalets. There is one 6-sleeper and three 4-sleepers: Water's Edge overlooks the river, with magnificent views of cycads and fish eagles on..
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Detailed description

Self-catering accommodation is offered in rustic thatched chalets. There is one 6-sleeper and three 4-sleepers:
Water's Edge overlooks the river, with magnificent views of cycads and fish eagles on the cliffs opposite.
Bird's View is set back on the forest edge, with a bird's-eye view of the river.
Forest Fern, a secluded chalet tucked into the forest edge, still has a panoramic view of the river. Perfect for peace and quiet.
Each 4-sleeper chalet has one double and one twin room (with en-suite bathrooms), a fully equipped kitchen and a semi-open dining and braai area.
Larger families can book The Nest (6-sleeper), a double-story wooden chalet right on the river bank. This has one double and two twin rooms as well as a fully equipped kitchen and outside braai area.
Linen is provided but please bring your own towels. Extra mattresses can be supplied for children.
Camping is provided in grassed sites on the river bank.


Features

The pulse of the river is felt in everything here: whether you are gliding along in a kayak, hiking to hidden pools, fishing for the legendary cob, or simply watching the sunset turn the cliffs to gold as the crowned cranes fly home to roost.

Please note: The lodge is situated on a remote private nature reserve. Road access can sometimes be difficult, especially after rain, and is recommended for 4x4 vehicles only.

Things to do and see

Fishing - the lodge is situated just opposite the famous "Cob Hole", a 40ft deep fisherman's dream.
Bird-watching - with habitat varying from dense riverine forest to coastal scrub, valley bushveld, open woodland and, of course, the river itself, this is a birder's paradise.
Kayaking - we have two double sit-on-top kayaks and several canoes for our guests' use (free of charge). Enjoy the river at the water-line and experience bird-watching at its best.
Hiking - there are several trails on the nature reserve, ranging from relaxed strolls through riverine forest to more serious hill-climbs, with rewarding views of the sea and Kei Mouth. Or be adventurous and explore the magnificent forests on the other side of the Kei River. We can provide maps and direct you to the best natural features, including Picnic Pool, Gxara Falls, the wreck of the Jacaranda and The Gates.
The Beach - the lodge is 5km away from the sea up the Kei River, 11km by road.


Facilities

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  • Children Policy: Children welcome
  • Best time to visit: Winter (June/July) is best for fishing, summer for outdoor activities

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In a nut shell: Secluded lodge along the banks of the Kei River, with rustic self-catering chalets and camping.
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