Leopard Mountain Game Lodge is the ideal getaway where everybody from the old to young will enjoy a fascinating experience in the wild. The award winning 4 star lodge is located high up in the wild secluded hills of the 23 000ha Zululand Black Rhino Reserve.

Overlooking a vast stretch of unspoiled bushland and riverine forests, from the Umsunduze River meandering below to the distant Lebombo Mountains, the lodge has one of the most spectacular views in Zululand.

Entrust us with those special occasions - the picture perfect backdrop of the African bushveld lends itself to the perfect setting for a romantic wedding or honeymoon getaway or just a well deserved break.
Other attractions of the lodge include an abundance of game, a wide diversity of flora and prolific birdlife. Guests can also enjoy a variety of nearby activities including scuba diving, big five game viewing, rhino tracking, cultural village visits and tiger fishing to name but a few.

Relax in our unique rock pool with fantastic views of the unspoiled beauty around you or discover rhino, leopard and giraffe in the unspoilt wilderness that surrounds our luxurious lodge.

Accommodation

Leopard Mountain Game Lodge is nestled on the cliff-tops, overlooking the meandering Msunduze River. Join us in our warm, inviting lounge, bar and dining-room where we will care for your every need in a relaxed atmosphere.
Your luxurious stone and thatch chalet provides a haven of peace and tranquility where you can watch the sun and moon rise over an African plain that has not changed since before the birth of man.

By day, lie in your personal hammock and watch eagles soar at eye level over the plain below and by night, marvel at the magnificence of the African night sky.

Each chalet is light and spacious with its own private balcony and hammock, incredible view, en-suite bathroom, mini bar and tea and coffee facilities.

The main lodge features a very comfortable dining room, bar, lounge and deck area and a unique rock pool to cool off while still enjoying the amazing view.

Activities

After a hearty buffet breakfast, spend the day discovering the many unforgettable experiences we can offer. This is the place to be for all outdoor enthusiasts. All activities can be booked at reception.

Game Drives
Leopard Mountain
The Zululand Rhino Reserve is the second release site of the WWF/ Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife Black Rhino Range Expansion Project. The reserve is home to four of the Big Five, a wide variety of antelope and some inquisitive giraffe. Jackals, genets, hyenas, porcupines, etc have also been spotted on the reserve.

Join our experienced guides on a morning and sunset game drive that go out for approximately two hours. The sunset game drive allow for a short night-drive towards the end in search of the elusive nocturnal animals and birds.

Hluhluwe-Imfolozi
Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve, Africa's oldest reserve, was first declared a Game Sanctuary in 1887 before which it was hunting ground for the Zulu kings. It is also internationally acclaimed for its conservation efforts and boasts the largest population of Black and White Rhino in the world.

Leopard Mountain offers guided tours to this reserve where you can enjoy the possibility of viewing the Big Five as well as other endangered species. Our experienced guides are not only able to offer interesting information, but also know the best areas for game viewing.

Bird-watching
Well over 460 bird species have been identified on the Elephant Coast. Leopard Mountain Game Lodge is situated in the North Eastern section on the Zululand Birding Route and proudly offer Pink Throated Twinspots, Purple-crested Turaco, Trumpeter Hornbills, Bronze-winged Coursers, Narina Trogon and is host to a broad range of habitats including riverine bush, grasslands and open Acacia woodlands, home to a great variety of feathered friends.

Whale Watching
Definitely a different kind of game viewing! A once in a life time opportunity to come into contact with these gentle giants. The tours usually start at 7:00 (weather dependant) and it lasts about 2 hours out at sea.
Seasonal - June to November

Tiger Fishing
Experience the thrill of catching the aggressive Tiger Fish on Lake Jozini - South Africa's only tiger-fishing venue. Jozini dam hosts major competitions and allows guests to hire boats, guides, and equipment for half or full day trips. The dam is set at the foot of the Lebombo Mountain range, stretching up to the northern end of Swaziland. Reserves bordering onto the dam are well stocked with elephant, a wide variety of birds and game as well as spectacular scenery.

Zulu Cultural Experience
A traditional Zulu homestead is the setting for visitors to gain insight into the Zulu ways of life in days gone by. The tour takes you around the village, showing you every aspect of the village, including rhythmic dances, colourful beadwork and intricate reed creations, even letting you taste traditional Zulu beer!

Lake Cruises
A relaxing way to see a beautiful and un-spoilt environment is to explore it by boat. Lake St Lucia forms part of the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park, South Africa's first World Heritage Site and largest marine lake in Africa. See the many crocodiles and hippopotami resident in the lake as well as buffalo, kudu and various antelope on the shore line. It is a bird watchers paradise, with the opportunity to view large flocks of flamingo and pelicans during favourable conditions.