Karkloof Safari & Spa South Africa

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Set in a verdant bowl, surrounded by towering cliffs, with the shimmering waters of the Albert Falls Dam in view, the Spa and its luxurious boutique hotel provide levels of intimate exclusivity and personalised service unparalleled in this part of Africa.
Karkloof Safari Spa is a world class facility, blending the best of the globe’s major spas with a uniquely African sensibility. It will capture your imagination and invite you to submit mind and body to complete revitalisation.
LOCATION
Karkloof Safari Spa, located just 24 kilometres from Pietermaritzburg, in KwaZulu Natal’s magnificent Midlands, South Africa.
GPS COORDINATES
S29DEG 26 467 – E30 DEG 18 766
PROPERTY SIZE
3000 hectares/7413 acres stocked with white, Cape buffalo, wildebeest, giraffe, zebra, impala, kudu, waterbuck, nyala, Red hartebeest, bush buck, eland, common reedbuck, blesbuck, Grey duiker, Blue duiker, warthog, bushpig, Samango & Vervet monkeys, hundreds of species of indigenous birds and plants. Five waterfalls including the 105 m Karkloof Falls. 300 species of birds. Privately guided safaris.
MAIN LODGE
16 Luxury Villas (4x Inter-leading family Villas) (1x Paraplegic Villa).
VILLA AMENITIES
Complimentary personal mini bars; air conditioning; underfloor heating; Wi Fi and Lan connectivity (free); Satellite TV (Plasma); en-suite bathrooms with separate bath, toilet and shower, luxury linens, bath robes, slippers, hair dryer/shaver outlets; tea and coffee making facilities (Nespresso machine) laundry service, international plugs, electronic safes, desk, dressing area.
LODGE FACILITIES
Timeless hospitality. Heated pool, library, wine cellar, mountain bikes, boutique curio shop, guest business study (computer work station, copy services, internet e-mail capabilities, shipping/courier services.
SPA FACILITIES
Hydro area (Roman bath, Kneipp pools, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, combo steam room/sauna) floatation room, Rassoul, manicure and pedicure node, 17 treatment rooms, reflections room, hair studio)10 internationally trained Thai therapists.
ACTIVITIES
Game Drives
Mountain Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Nature Walks
Asana Yoga
Thai Chi
Muay Thai
Bamboo Dancing Exercise
MEETING SPACE
Luxuriously appointed boardroom seating 16 (leather reclining chairs).
DINING FACILITIES
Main Lodge dining room and deck areas. Greens and Teas (Spa Café).
DRESS CODE
Relaxed, comfortable.
HEALTH PRECAUTIONS
None
HELI PAD
Yes
WATER PURITY
Excellent
EMPLOYEES
A staff of 60 employees make every effort to ensure your comfort and strive to exceed guest expectations.
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
Extended stay
You can check in from 08h00 in the morning and leave at 20h00 in the evening on your day of departure, which means that for 1 night booked, you will get 36 hours to enjoy all we have to offer.
Unlimited spa treatments
You can indulge in up to 11 hours of spa treatments per day, which means that you can enjoy up to 22 hours of spa treatments included in the rate for a one-night stay, and so on.
Unlimited meals and beverages (excluding French Champagne)
You can eat and drink as much as you would like, including fine wines and premium spirits and it is all included in your overnight rate.
Private guide and game drive vehicle for your stay
This means you can enjoy your game drive or outdoor activities with your own private guide and game drive vehicle at your own pace and leisure and do not have to share with other guests.
NEAREST AIRPORTS
Oribi air field – 30 minutes’ drive.
Durban International – 1 hour 20 minutes’ drive.