Kosi Bay Nature Reserve
Kosi Bay Nature Reserve
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Lindy Sinclair
Johannesburg, South Africa10 contributions
Oct 2021
It was very windy so perhaps that affects my overall impression of the reserve. I was disturbed by the amount of litter including glass bottles and shards, along the lagoon. There were local fisherman spearfishing on the reef which I found off. Day visitors came to the lagoon every day playing loud music and drinking excessively and littering. One person came with their dog and let it run around freely along the estuary. I feel there is inadequate control of what people get up to in the reserve. No ablutions.
Written November 1, 2021
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William T
Bryanston, South Africa130 contributions
Great place, bring a boat. Excellence is a great guide, call him on 0713255222. Great with kids , good knowledge of birds and all the channels and 4x4 drives
Written July 13, 2014
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Debbie L
Beau Vallon, Seychelles22 contributions
Apr 2021 • Friends
What a lovely rustic camp hot water clean ablutions beautiful campsites among trees . If you are a birder it’s paradise an easy walk to the beach . The camp is run by the community so you’re also supporting the locals .
Written April 21, 2021
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A L
Ashtead, UK275 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
Kosi Bay is one of SA's hidden gems. Still, after all these years, it hasn't been developed and offers a unique African experience. Be aware:
1. You must budget to hire a boat to get on the lake.
2. Its incredibly hot from December to February.
3. There are lots of Mozzies and its a malaria area - Be prepared.
1. You must budget to hire a boat to get on the lake.
2. Its incredibly hot from December to February.
3. There are lots of Mozzies and its a malaria area - Be prepared.
Written January 28, 2019
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wanderlust119
San Francisco, CA39 contributions
Jun 2014 • Couples
We spent one night camping in Kosi Bay. It cost 100 per person per night. The campsites were very nice, each block came with a tap, and a braai area. The ablutions were extremely well kept and there were power points inside. There was hot and cold water. The camp was located on a lake and you could walk right down to the water. We had a lovely stay and would recommend the camp to anyone.
Written June 10, 2014
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Arnold M
Durban, South Africa65 contributions
Oct 2021
Kosi Bay is a well preserved ecosystem that is still pristine and a MUST visit for anyone who loves the outdoors and nature
Written October 26, 2021
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Peter D
Fujairah, United Arab Emirates25 contributions
Dec 2019
We went on the Kosi Bay Casitas Boat tour, Beautiful relaxing cruise and the snorkelling in the channels was incredible and a first for me (normally in the sea)
Written January 6, 2020
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Town to Town Travel
Durban, South Africa190 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
Bring your own boat, hire a charter with your won skippers license, or take a guided boat tour from lake three, through the stunning clear channel to lake two and then onto lake one, all while viewing the spectacular wildlife, birdlife, aquatic life, lakes, vegetated dunes and other people boating, fishing, touring, or otherwise using the lake system. A true bush experience, come for adventure and for relaxation!
Written June 24, 2019
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Cathy C
Johannesburg, South Africa11 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
Very beautiful place. We did a 3 hour boat trip and it was awesome, very informative and the skipper Ian Smith was vey helpful.
Written April 23, 2019
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StevenF
Johannesburg, South Africa112 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
What a place! Take photos, leave only footprints. When at a Place like this, Explain to children what nature conservation is and what good behaviour is. Not a public playground
Written March 2, 2019
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Can anyone recommend the 2 bed cottage at Cosy Bay Nature Reserve?
Written July 14, 2017
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