We found Idwala Game Lodge through the internet, so we were a bit apprehensive. We also had never visited South Africa and were not sure whether a smaller reserve would be as memorable. While I can not compare the experience to Kruger, I can say that Idwala was a truly unforgettable experience and would whole-heartedly recommend them to anyone. We... More

We have just stayed at Idwala and what a wonderful weekend. Lee-Ann, Joline, and Themba made sure that everything at the lodge was just superb - food, drinks and sleep. Richard took us out on our game-drives, and made sure we saw everything - lions, cheetah and her cubs, eles, rhinos and lots of healthy looking antelope. Highly recommended. More

We had the pleasure of staying at Idwala AGAIN for the Easter weekend. It is such a special place, situated high in the rocks with nothing but silence around you. Go for the peace and quiet and the great food. We had a rainy day and relaxed around the fire spending some good quality family time playing games together. Nicole,... More

On our way out to the lodge from Port Elizabeth we were asked by our independent driver how we found Idwala Lodge. We replied "good old Trip Advisor". He said, "you have been very well advised. I take many people to all the reserves around here, including Shamwari and the Idwala visitors always seem the happiest". He couldn't have been... More

we booked 4 nights at the lodge. our rhino room was very quiet and clean. the only negative point regarding the room is to less lights. the food was excellent and they were very flexible if you dont like something. two game drives a day in an open jeep.in this game reserve they have the big 5 and we saw... More

We stayed at Idwala on the 6th Feb for two nights and agree wholeheartedly with the other positive comments. The attention to detail is outstanding though the plunge pool needs some work and the sunbathing area needs a bit more thought to bring it up to the same standard as the rest of the place but this did not change... More

We went to idwala on our honeymoon and from the cocktails on arrival to the hot water bottle in bed every night it was perfect!!!!!!!!!!!!! The staff are brillant and couldnt do enough for you (including taking us all the way back to reception to watch the rubgy. Morgans cooking was exceptional as was the different african decor of the... More

We stayed at Idwala from 30th Dec to 2nd Jan and eveything was perfect. From the moment you arrive the attention to detail is second to none. You leave your car at reception at your ranger - the brilliant Gerhard - takes you on the journey to the lodge where you are welcomed with a cocktail and the lodge manager... More

Having visited 7 or 8 game lodges in South Africa over several years Idwala must rank as one of the best we have stayed at. It is a small and very intimate lodge in a beautiful setting and all the staff were absolutely great. There is a difference between the game viewing in the Northern reserves and the ones in... More