Game Lodges - Ezulwini Lodges situated in the Balule Nature Reserve, South Africa

We are located in the South African Lowveld in the unrivalled Balule Nature Reserve,part of the world famous Greater Kruger National Park. This total conserved biosphere comprises some 3 million hectares of Africa at her unspoiled best - a fascinating world of indigenous bush and wildlife. The Greater Kruger National Park is unquestionably the jewel of African Game Parks and Ezulwini is certainly one of the jewels of the luxury private lodges in this park. Much of the attraction of Ezulwini Game Lodges lies in our diversity of habitats - from open savannah through mixed woodland and mountain bushveld, to the Olifants riverine forest - that not only are scenically appealing, but also host an exceptionally broad range of fauna. This includes the Big 7 comprising lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, buffalo, hippo, crocodile, as well as giraffe, zebra and all the other plains game, and approximately 460 species of birds.

Greater Kruger Park is the finest conserved wilderness area in the world. Ezulwini is in the scenic game rich central area, where close " Big 5 " encounters are common. Ezulwini has some of the best landscapes and wild life viewing in the world , combined with luxurious accommodation, great food and excellent guides. Ezulwini, "Places of Paradise" has been established for 25 years.

Leopard in Balule Nature Reserve courtesy of Kjell Bismeyer

Africa...her spirit has been alien and aloof from that of the rest of the world, and her charm continues uncontaminated by the conventions of civilization. In her heart of hearts she is and remains wild and free. Nowhere is that mysterious presence of wild Africa felt more deeply than in the Transvaal lowveld. It remains one of the most virgin corners of this continent. The tourist who visits it will see there probably the most plentiful and wonderful collection of wild game which can today be found in the wide world. To the lover of plants it presents an almost equal attraction and in the tremendous escarpments which flank it in the mountains of Pilgrim's Rest in the west, the Barberton mountains in the south, and the Cloud mountains further north, will be found some of the most magnificent scenery of the whole African continent. But greater even than its wonderful fauna, its sub-tropical flora, its unrivalled scenery, is the mysterious eerie spirit, which broods over the vast solitude, where no human pressure is felt, where the human element indeed shrinks into utter insignificance, and where a subtle spirit, much older than the human spirit, grips you and subdues you and makes you one with itself. To those who wish to experience a thrill - a thrill which is unlike any they have ever experienced before - I venture to recommend a visit to this secluded home of the earth spirit.

J. C. Smuts

Old Buffalo Bull at Ezulwini Game Lodges

Experience luxury, game drives, cuisine and service which is world class, when you relax at one of our two exquisite game lodges - Billy's Lodge or River Lodge - with attractive grass thatched chalets. Cool off in a swimming pool or enjoy fascinating game viewing from the comfort of a spacious deck in a welcoming, deep leather sofa. If you want to experience the lowveld as the pioneers found it, why not try our Paradise Camp for an unforgettable African adventure.

You will be driven through thousands of hectares of prime game area, with undisturbed traversing, in state-of-the-art open Land Rovers, and stop in this wilderness of absolute beauty to experience an intimately romantic, uniquely African ambiance as you enjoy a sundowner with spectacular views of a glowing red sunset over the Drakensberg Mountains. Become one with nature as you absorb this enchanting world of sound, scents and colour. Continue the night drive under a canopy of sparkling stars, with powerful spotlights probing the dark for the secretive nocturnal creatures.

Delight in the traditonal cuisine prepared by our chefs. Be pampered and experience luxury and exclusivity at very affordable prices which represent excellent value for your money.