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Duma Manzi Eco Lodge & Spa

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All you need to know

Intro
Duma Manzi Eco Lodge & Spa is an Intimate Sanctuary offering guests the unique experience to enjoy a combination of hospitality, wellness, wildlife and nature; all working together to compliment a sense of well-being. Nestled in the forest valley, along the banks of the free flowing Mkomazi River and majestic sandstone cliffs, it allows guest to be fully immersed in nature!

Accomodating only 8 guests per day, our Eco-Spa ensures an individual experience of sheer indulgence.

Duma Manzi Eco Spa follows a holistic approach to health, combining all aspects of physical, mental and spiritual well – being to rejuvenate mind, body and soul.
Need To Know
Each of the 11 Luxury Rooms has its own private deck overlooking inspirational scenery; from which you can begin to savour the spirit in this special place.
Safaris
Wildlife
Besides our prolific bird life and other animals, Duma Manzi is home to the following wildlife: disease-free buffalo, the elusive leopard, giraffe, zebra, blue wildebeest, kudu, nyala, bushbuck, impala, blesbok, oribi, grey and blue duiker, common reedbuck, eland, serval, striped polecat, banded mongoose, slender mongoose, water mongoose, white tailed mongoose, African weasel, aardwolf, African wildcat, honey badger, black-backed jackal, clawless otter, caracal, large-spotted genet as well as many smaller mammals, predators and reptiles.

Quick Facts

Region
Africa
Property Type
Safari Tented Camp ( less than 20 tents)
Average Price
Luxury Fish Eagle Room: R1 995-00 per person per night sharing.
Luxury Sandstone Room: R2 195-00 per person per night sharing.
Luxury Family Room: R1 795-00 per person per night sharing.
Child Policy
- Children under the age of 3 are Free of Charge.
- Children between 3-12 years sharing parent’s room: 50% of adult rate.
- Children above the age of 13: Full rates apply.
- Children in a separate room: Full rates apply.
- A maximum of two children under 12 years are allowed to share in our spacious Sandstone room with parents.
- In adherence to International Spa Standards children under the age of 12 are not allowed in the Wellness Centre.
Accommodation
Blending seamlessly into nature, all luxury rooms are perfectly situated in secluded privacy to compliment the inspirational location. Each luxury room has its own private deck overlooking the river, with mountain views. It is from this deck that you can begin to savour the spectacle and spirit of this special place. Be lulled to sleep by the sound of the water over the boulders and stones, and awake to the dawn chorus of the prolific bird life.
Accolades
Les Nouvelles Esthetiques – Spa Humanitarian Award 2012 Acknowledging excellence, commitment and innovation in South Africa
Les Nouvelles Spa Awards 2012 – Runner Up in The Safari Spa Category
Voted “one” of the “Ten Best Destinations” to stay in South Africa – by South African Journalists
2012 World Luxury Spa Awards – Best Safari Spa Winner
2013 World Luxury Spa Awards – Best Safari Spa Winner
2014 World Luxury Spa Awards - Best Safari Spa Winner
Region
Africa
Property Type
Safari Tented Camp ( less than 20 tents)
Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property

A magnificent venue.

11-04-2025 @ 3:38am
Best Safari House

21-03-2025 @ 6:41am
Best Value Safari Property

I think the overall experience of Duma manzi is elite because of their location and customer service experience

20-03-2025 @ 3:58pm
Best Value Safari Property

Great unique setting, great friendly staff and absolutely great value for money!!

JA from South Africa
20-03-2025 @ 8:59am
Best Value Safari Property

I have stayed at Duma Manzi several times and the location is absolutely wonderful as are the staff, food and whole experience. I will certainly stay again

V from United Kingdom
20-03-2025 @ 7:58am

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