Sodwana Bay Lodge

You stay at Sodwana Bay Lodge behind forested sand dunes near Lake Shazibe. The lodge has self-catering units built from rustic logs to blend with the surroundings. A dive center operates on-site, and fishing charters are available for those looking to head out onto the water. The lodge also has a restaurant and a pool bar for meals and drinks.

The self-catering units come in two sizes, sleeping six or eight people. Each has a kitchen, sitting area, and limited DStv channels. Daily cleaning keeps the units tidy. The lodge’s location makes it a base for diving and fishing, with the dive center running trips to nearby reefs. Fishing charters take guests out for deep-sea fishing, though what you catch depends on the day.

The pool is a place to cool off after a morning on the water or to relax with a drink from the bar. The restaurant serves meals, with seafood likely on the menu given the lodge’s focus on fishing and diving. The lodge is set in a protected area, so the surroundings stay quiet and green.