Karkloof Spa (Kwa Zulu Natal) / Kwa Zulu Natal

Wellness and Wildlife Retreat / Karkloof Boutique Lodge

Karkloof Spa is home to a lush and varied landscape. All around, wildlife abounds. Mastering the art of balance, the lodge offers the perfect combination of relaxation and action, reflection and inspiration. With the biggest and most spacious spa centre in Africa, Karkloof Spa is in a league of its own. Every room is graced with spectacular views as the spa’s living grass roof and green surrounds invite game to graze gracefully in full view. With 500 hectares set aside for walking, hiking, bird watching or mountain biking, and a further 3000 hectares to explore on game drives, Karkloof Spa not only offers you the ultimate luxury of time and space, but the exhilaration and freedom to do as little or as much as you want.

Stylishly decorated and tastefully furnished, all our villas are fi tted with the latest mod cons and lavish luxuries you’d expect in a truly exceptional hotel. Every moment of your stay is secretly designed, to be memorable in every way.

International award winning Karkloof Spa is home to the most expansive eco-friendly spa in Africa. Magnificently set on a 3500 hectare game reserve it blends the best of the globes major spas with a uniquely African sensibility. It offers a tranquil but uplifting haven for those setting out on a journey to wellness and restoration.

From the moment you arrive, wildlife abounds all round, with white and black rhino grazing lazily as herds of wildebeest, giraffe, zebra and Nyala roam free in a well-protected and conserved environment.

In Built to embrace the natural environment, the spa features 17 generous treatment rooms, all with wonderful views over the native bush and surrounding gardens. The eco-design incorporates natural materials with thatch and living roofs which invite game to graze gracefully in full view. Facilities include a glass fronted four-chair Manicure/Pedicure lounge, Moroccan flavoured Rassoul, Flotation Pool, Kneipp Therapy Pools, open-air Jacuzzi, Sauna and Steam rooms and a Reflections lounge.

Choose from an exotic list of natural treatments and signature spa journeys uniquely created to uplift, revitalize and recharge your body and mind. With a team of exceptionally skilled and hand-picked Thai Therapists you are in the very best hands.

In between treatments, indulge in unlimited delicious and nourishing refreshments at our Greens & Teas Spa Café. Whether you want to sip on a steaming cup of tea, tuck into a light and healthy snack or lunch on a freshly prepared meal, you’re invited to come and go, as you like, throughout the day.

Blend these natural assets with the careful attention to detail, personalised service and unfailing standards and you have an experience to be savoured by the most discerning clientèle.

Awards:

Tatler Spa Award “Most Exciting new discovery for 2009”

Professional Beauty “Best Lodge/Hotel resort Spa” 2009

Villas
Sixteen separate and individually decorated Villas each have their own hiding place amongst the verdant trees and night eyes. Four of the Villas are interconnected for parties travelling together.

Settle into seamless luxury where under floor heating takes the edge off the night chill, sunsets rival satellite television and chattering birds outdo internet connectivity.

Expect full amenities, a well stocked bar fridge, air conditioning, heated towel rails, laundry service, work area and large private viewing deck.

Soak in a bath with a view, wrap yourself in a sumptuous fluffy gown and sink into a giant bed adorned with 1000 thread count percale linen and a choice of down or allergy-free pillows.

Streams trickle gently around the units while linked wooden walkways connect the Villa’s to the Spa, Lodge and dining area.

CUISINE
All food is freshly prepared and organic by nature with every meal a delectable celebration of flavors.

Along with our extensive and locally-flavoured decadent international menu, guests can also choose from a wide selection of the very best organic gourmet Raw Food cuisine.

Raw foods contain enzymes that aid their own digestion, so they place less strain on the body when eaten. Following a Raw Food diet has many benefits, from weight loss and increased energy to improved immune system and digestion, raised metabolism, and relief from food allergies and eczema.

And don’t think for a second you have to sacrifice taste for the sake of your health. Prepared to perfection, all our raw food meals are mouth wateringly delicious, nutritious and designed to satisfy even a sweet tooth.
Should you have any specific dietary requirements or like anything specially arranged, please speak to us.

If you wish to spend a day lulling by the rock pools and would like us to prepare a picnic basket and refreshments for your journey, please speak to one of our staff.