'The name Makakatana is the name of a Zulu Chief called "Makakatana’ who lived in the area many years ago. The southern most bay that opens into Lake St Lucia from the Narrows was named after the Chief.
The logo of the crab was used because the land on which the lodge lies had an old concrete block house built on it that John Kemp Morrison (Jock) used to store fish and crabs in. The concrete storage house was later left abandoned due to the severe heat of summer and due to the banning of commercial catching of the Crabs.
The block house then got the nick name ‘the Crab House’.
Today the ‘Crab House’ is now called the ‘Crab Cellar’ and is home to a Strangler Fig tree and the Makakatana wine stocks! On request we offer the old cellar as a venue for private dinners.
Makakatana History
James (Jimmy) & Ursula Morrison lived at Makakatana for 50 years before moving to Ballito, on the Kwa-Zulu Natal north coast, where they are currently living.
A MESSAGE FROM THE OWNERS
We, Hugh and Leigh-Ann Morrison are very proud and privileged to be able to continue living at Makakatana and to run our beautiful Lodge here. To us, the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park is a paradise that we cherish and are honored to be able to share it. We are so grateful to my Mom & Dad (James (Jimmy) & Ursula Morrison) in helping us build our business and for all your support.
To all our future guests, we pride ourselves in being able to allow you to experience this wonderful paradise, and to all our past guests & friends, we thank you for your support and look forward to seeing you all again.
AT A GLANCE
- Private Personal Service
- 5 Private Rooms
- 1 Honeymoon Suite
- 12 Bed Maximum Capacity
- Private Bush Pool On Lakes Edge
- Bar
- Dstv (Satelite TV) In Main Lounge
- Dining Room
- Outdoor Dining Deck
- Boma For Bush Dinners
- Wine Cellar 'in Old Crab House'
- Game Drives and other Tours
The lodge is set in dune forest that bursts out over a wetland onto the banks of the lake. Hippo and other wildlife often wander through the lodge, underneath the walkways.
A bench has been subtly placed close to the waters edge to allow one to quitely sit and birdwatch. Often, in season, the bay infront of the lodge has hundreds of pelican and other birds feeding.
Luxury game viewing rooms
- Airconditioned / Heated
- Insect Proof Screen Doors
- Private Decks
- Dressing Rooms
- Separate Bathroom & Toilet
- Outdoor Shower
- Service Bar Fridges
- Tea And Coffee Tray
- Telephones
KwaZulu Natal wildlife safari rooms
Makakatana Bay Lodge offers visitors an unforgettable KwaZulu Natal wildlife safari experience with its luxury game viewing rooms and excellent service.
Guests are accommodated in 6 bright and spacious rooms. Three luxury game viewing rooms are set in the dune forest and are frequented by friendly warthog, red dyker, nyala, bush babies, birds and hippo!
Two of the luxury game viewing rooms have stunning views onto the lake and water pans, while our popular opulent honeymoon suite has an incredible view over a wetland vlei.
Large windows and terrace doors open onto private viewing decks, skillfully combining luxury and integration with the environment. There is also an additional outside shower under the stars for those more adventurous guests who want to shower closer to nature.
Makakatana Bay Lodge promises a KwaZulu Natal wildlife safari with luxury game viewing roomsand all the amenities that will make your holiday in beautiful Zululand an unforgettable experience.
SAFARIS OFFERED:
- HIPPO-CROCODILE SAFARI DRIVE
- BOAT AND BEACH SAFARI TO CAPE VIDAL
- HLUHLUWE-UMFOLOZI BIG 5 GAME RESERVE
- WETLAND WALKING SAFARIS
- BIRD WATCHING SAFARIS
- ZULU CULTURAL VILLAGE
- ST LUCIA CROCODILE CENTRE
- NIGHT DRIVES
- ZULU BASKET WEAVERS
OPTIONAL EXTRA SAFARIS:
- WHALE WATCHING
- DEEP SEA FISHING
- LAKE FISHING
- FLY FISHING
- HORSE SAFARIS
- KAYAKING SAFARIS
- TURTLE TOURS
- SCUBA DIVING
- AIRFLIPS & HELICOPTER RIDES
Why not stay at our Beach Villa near Durban "The Hamptons Beach Villa" on your way here. |
