we stayed in the lodge for 4 nights which was a little too long.I felt 2/3 nights is plenty.The staff at the lodge were fantastic so helpful and as for the chef....What can I say but AMAZING....Well worth a visit ...Swimming pool not the best though! Not suitable for children more

Amazing welcome by the manager and his wife and welcoming lunch which was much appreciated. Our room had the biggest bed I have ever seen with great views through the trees into the valley. The food was absolutely delicious, with fantastic presentation. Game drives with our guide Frank were such an experience and we were able to observe lions, cheetahs,... more

Had a 2 night stay at Idwala, having spent many hours perusing lots of different game lodges on the Eastern Cape. Finally decided on Idwala, & was the best decision I could have made. The whole experience was a complete treat from start to finish. All the staff were great, our room was lovely, the food was fab & the... more

We spent two nights at Idwala and absolutely loved it. The service was impeccable, the food gormet, the rooms adorable, and the game drives incredible. It's a small lodge, only four rooms, so you get lots of individual attention. It's not inexpensive, but worth it. I wish we had stayed longer! more

Idwala is a very small lodge but has a very big heart. Arriving at reception is a little daunting. A few scattered buildings which looked nothing like what we expected but then we were transported by landrover for 15 minutes to a magical oasis where the restaurant and chalets are. The scenery is stunning. From the time we were met... more