Mbotyi River Lodge
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It is the perfect place for those looking for peace, tranquillity or an adventurous getaway. Walks, hiking trails, bird-watching, whale and dolphin viewing, horse-riding, fishing and pristine beaches are among the many highlights.
Pondoland's best-kept secret is out!! Situated at the mouth of the Mbotyi River and tidal estuary is Mbotyi River Lodge. Nestled between the rolling hills, lush tropical forest and the warm Indian Ocean, it is the perfect venue for anyone looking for a peaceful and tranquil holiday or for the adventurer wanting to explore the many beautiful and wild treasures this coast has to offer. The 48 up-market rooms in the lodge consist of en-suite double and twin bedrooms in either of 36 wooden cabins or 12 thatch bungalows.
Choose the holiday you deserve, whether your preference is relaxing, adventure or discovering. Mbotyi is blessed with a variety for everyone.
Mbotyi lends itself to the avid whale/dolphin watcher as there are many vantage points from where these beautiful creatures can be admired.
Whether you want to swim, laze in the sun or body surf - Mbotyi and its surrounding pristine beaches is the place for you, with pristine coastal forest overlooking the ocean. There are over 100 species of birds and 800 species of marine fish.
The Wild Coast Surf Spots says the following: "A beautiful beach with waves that peak. At its best in small to moderate east swell and light offshore northwest winds."
Facilities:
- Baby Cot/Crib Available
- Back-up Power Generator
- Car Parking
- Conference Facilities
- First Aid Kit
- Internet - Wireless
- Internet available onsite
- Swimming Pool - Children's
- Laundry Service available
- Meeting Room(s)
- Mobile Phone Reception
- Non-Smoking rooms/floors
- Safe at reception
- Swimming Pool(s) - Outdoor
Services:
- Babysitting - Paid
- Daily Housekeeping
- Laundry/Ironing
- Lifeguards
- Security Guard (24 hrs)
- Turn-down service
Recreation:
- Billiards
- Bushwalking/Hiking/Trekking
- Children's Playground
- Cultural Visits/Tours
- Fishing/Crabbing/etc.
- Horse Riding
- Jogging/Walking
- Kayaks
- Snorkelling
- Surfing
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Afrikaans
- Xhosa
Can be arranged if out of high season.
Under 2 years of age - no charge
Between 2 & 12 years - 50% of adult rate
From 12 years of age - adult rate
A confirmed booking that is subsequently cancelled will incur an administration fee of a minimum of 25% of the deposit - any refunds due being paid as follows:
If the booking is cancelled for whatever reason,
- Within 15 days of arrival there will be no refund of the deposit
- Between 15 and 29 days of arrival 25% of the deposit will be refunded
- Between 30 days and 44 days of arrival 50% of the deposit will be refunded
- 45 days or longer prior to arrival 75% of the deposit will be refunded
Guests departing earlier than the booked departure date will be liable for their full account.
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