NORTHERN KZN TRIP 2021
Posted: Wed Feb 24, 2021 7:59 pm
NORTHERN KZN TRIP - Sunday 25th April - Saturday 1st May 2021
So, for some, the premier event of the year has arrived and is open for booking. Do not miss out on this one. It is going to be epic and we will be visiting one of the most beautiful parts of the country plus doing some amazing activities, or lazing on the most magnificent beach.
WHEN
Sunday 25th April - Saturday 1st May 2021
Why these dates you may ask. Well it is about 700km to travel and not all on great roads so some might need more than one day to get there (leave Saturday, arrive Sunday). For those that need to take leave, Tuesday 27th is a holiday.
WHERE
Zilonde Bush Camp at Utshwayelo Kosi Mouth Lodge and Camp
WHO
All paid up members of the 4x4 Action Group
THE BIG QUESTION - HOW MUCH
Rates are R 180 per adult per night and R 90 per child (under 12), with a minimum of R 400 per campsite.
So if just two adults it is R 400 per night.
We are camping for 6 nights. So the minimum amount to be paid is R2400. ie. 6 x R400.
If you have more people going with you adjust accordingly.
THE CAMPSITE
-Zilonde Bush Camp is a rustic bush camp in a natural setting. Each campsite is under its own tree surrounded by grassland.
-Hot showers (provided by donkey) and flushing toilets are available at the central ablutions located at Zilonde(not at the main lodge).
-There are also bush showers scattered around the campsites with only cold water.
-Each site will have access to an electric point however some points may be up to 30m from your site. Power points are suitable for fridges, lights, fans and chargers. Please bring gas for cooking and leave electric kettles and hairdryers at home. Power is provided by Eskom, not solar and will be available 24hrs a day. (Eskom dependant) The main lodge runs off solar.
-The access road is beach sand so 4x4 is required.
-The campsite is about 3,5km from the main lodge and beach access. -Water is available and drinkable but untreated.
-Please bring your own braais and grids.
-Manguzi town is 20 km away for supplies.
ACTIVITIES
-Beach
-Fishing (usual permits required)
-Snorkelling (sea and estuary)
-Boat Cruises on the three lakes
-Fishing Charters on the lake
-Tour of the Tsonga people’s fish traps
-Hiking
-Canoe Safari on the estuary
-Tembe Elephant Park
-Bhanga Nek and Black Rock
-Possible day trip to Ponte Do Ouro Mozambique(COVID protocols dependant)
Please see the website for costs of some of these activities.
I know people will ask what we will do each day. That will depend on many factors. Size of group, weather on the day, availability of activities to mention a few. It is pointless reserving a beach day now but on the day it is raining. It may also be necessary to divide the group to do the Bhanga Nek trip as permits need to be obtained. Some people may not want to go to Ponte due to COVID protocols.
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
This is an extremely environmentally sensitive area and as the 4x4 Action Group it would be nice to be able to assist in keeping it this way. I have spoken to lodge management and we will probably do a clean up of the beach area on the far side of the river near the reef where people snorkel. Please bring an extra black bag or two.
WEBSITE
www.kosibay.info
A lot of extra info is available on their website.
Here is a link to a YouTube video.
https://youtu.be/EnZpmvH9DR0
HOW TO SECURE YOUR SPOT
Do not snooze. Book ASAP. Numbers are limited.
Work out your costs based on number of people attending in your party. We will be camping for six nights.
Pay the amount due into the 4x4 Action Group bank account with your forum name and reference KZN.
Then post on this thread that you have paid and for how many people.
Bank Account Details
Nedbank Fourways
4x4 Action Group
Account Number 1051513812 (current account) Branch Code 168-405
Due to the fact that this is peak season in this area we cannot accommodate bookings for less days or part of the trip. Should you wish to add days onto your trip please book directly with the venue.
WHEN DO BOOKINGS CLOSE
31ST MARCH 2021or when full.
Full is a moving target as it is peak season and the resort did not want to release all the bookings that I requested. BOOK NOW.
So, for some, the premier event of the year has arrived and is open for booking. Do not miss out on this one. It is going to be epic and we will be visiting one of the most beautiful parts of the country plus doing some amazing activities, or lazing on the most magnificent beach.
WHEN
Sunday 25th April - Saturday 1st May 2021
Why these dates you may ask. Well it is about 700km to travel and not all on great roads so some might need more than one day to get there (leave Saturday, arrive Sunday). For those that need to take leave, Tuesday 27th is a holiday.
WHERE
Zilonde Bush Camp at Utshwayelo Kosi Mouth Lodge and Camp
WHO
All paid up members of the 4x4 Action Group
THE BIG QUESTION - HOW MUCH
Rates are R 180 per adult per night and R 90 per child (under 12), with a minimum of R 400 per campsite.
So if just two adults it is R 400 per night.
We are camping for 6 nights. So the minimum amount to be paid is R2400. ie. 6 x R400.
If you have more people going with you adjust accordingly.
THE CAMPSITE
-Zilonde Bush Camp is a rustic bush camp in a natural setting. Each campsite is under its own tree surrounded by grassland.
-Hot showers (provided by donkey) and flushing toilets are available at the central ablutions located at Zilonde(not at the main lodge).
-There are also bush showers scattered around the campsites with only cold water.
-Each site will have access to an electric point however some points may be up to 30m from your site. Power points are suitable for fridges, lights, fans and chargers. Please bring gas for cooking and leave electric kettles and hairdryers at home. Power is provided by Eskom, not solar and will be available 24hrs a day. (Eskom dependant) The main lodge runs off solar.
-The access road is beach sand so 4x4 is required.
-The campsite is about 3,5km from the main lodge and beach access. -Water is available and drinkable but untreated.
-Please bring your own braais and grids.
-Manguzi town is 20 km away for supplies.
ACTIVITIES
-Beach
-Fishing (usual permits required)
-Snorkelling (sea and estuary)
-Boat Cruises on the three lakes
-Fishing Charters on the lake
-Tour of the Tsonga people’s fish traps
-Hiking
-Canoe Safari on the estuary
-Tembe Elephant Park
-Bhanga Nek and Black Rock
-Possible day trip to Ponte Do Ouro Mozambique(COVID protocols dependant)
Please see the website for costs of some of these activities.
I know people will ask what we will do each day. That will depend on many factors. Size of group, weather on the day, availability of activities to mention a few. It is pointless reserving a beach day now but on the day it is raining. It may also be necessary to divide the group to do the Bhanga Nek trip as permits need to be obtained. Some people may not want to go to Ponte due to COVID protocols.
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
This is an extremely environmentally sensitive area and as the 4x4 Action Group it would be nice to be able to assist in keeping it this way. I have spoken to lodge management and we will probably do a clean up of the beach area on the far side of the river near the reef where people snorkel. Please bring an extra black bag or two.
WEBSITE
www.kosibay.info
A lot of extra info is available on their website.
Here is a link to a YouTube video.
https://youtu.be/EnZpmvH9DR0
HOW TO SECURE YOUR SPOT
Do not snooze. Book ASAP. Numbers are limited.
Work out your costs based on number of people attending in your party. We will be camping for six nights.
Pay the amount due into the 4x4 Action Group bank account with your forum name and reference KZN.
Then post on this thread that you have paid and for how many people.
Bank Account Details
Nedbank Fourways
4x4 Action Group
Account Number 1051513812 (current account) Branch Code 168-405
Due to the fact that this is peak season in this area we cannot accommodate bookings for less days or part of the trip. Should you wish to add days onto your trip please book directly with the venue.
WHEN DO BOOKINGS CLOSE
31ST MARCH 2021or when full.
Full is a moving target as it is peak season and the resort did not want to release all the bookings that I requested. BOOK NOW.