Captivating Karkloof

Karkloof Safari Villas and Spa

Karkloof, in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands, has long been renowned as an equestrian haven with it’s rolling hills and scenic plantations – a proverbial heaven for hackers (the equestrian type). Whilst many a horse rider has descended on Karkloof at some point in their riding careers for either a show jumping, eventing or even polo tournament, it is also an ideal spot for a romantic weekend away. 

Along the winding, misty roads of the Midlands Meander lies a majestic sanctuary – Karkloof Safari Villas and Spa. Showing off with it’s mountainous backdrops and evergreen scenery, it’s difficult not to feel instantly relaxed and serene. With sixteen private villas, each uniquely decorated, linked to the main lodge via wooden walkways hidden amongst the trees and an estimated 93 butterfly species fluttering throughout the forest– it’s fair to describe the five star lodge as enchanting.

The owner, Colleen Glaeser, started off in the telecommunications industry and moved into security and surveillance when she saw the need for intelligent, tailor-made surveillance solutions in Southern Africa. She met with the global president of AxxonSoft and realized it was the match she was looking for. The rest, as they say, is history. Today, AxxonSoft Southern Africa is considered one of the top security and surveillance companies in the region. So, imagine her delight when she merely visited the reserve for surveillance purposes and ended up owning a once in-a-lifetime property – all we can say is #LifeGoals!

It’s no wonder this location has such an illustrious reputation; it is the most striking, luscious landscape – almost 3000 hectares in size! With views that will take your breath away, it’s no wonder that nearly 300 bird species reside here, allowing you to wake up to the songs of the trumpeter hornbill, and fall asleep to the reverberations of the waterfall. Each villa is in the middle of the forest, with doors and shutters that open fully, allowing you to feel at one with nature and enjoy complete solitude and unlimited exclusivity.

This wilderness sanctuary, whilst also an ideal venue for weddings, special occasions and corporate functions, has become a renowned retreat for busy travelers seeking peace and tranquility. With yoga, meditation and hydrotherapy on the menu at the Karkloof Safari Spa, one can expect to leave a weekend at the lodge feeling rejuvenated and invigorated.

There are also a vast range of activities available at Karkloof Safari Villas including game drives, romantic picnics, bush braais, bike riding, bird watching, guided walks, hikes to the Karkloof Waterfall and fishing at Albert Falls. They have flourishing giraffe, rhino, buffalo and leopard in the reserve, so this lodge ticks multiple weekend wishlist boxes.

Various packages are on offer to guests – each carefully created to offer all guests a spectacular and bespoke experience.

Karkloof Safari Villas – Otto’s Bluff Road, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

www.karkloofsafarivillas.com
reservations@karkloofsafarivillas.com
033 569 1321