6/10
Reviewed Aug 22, 2026The restaurant had an interesting and varied menu, and the pizzas were very good. The staff were extremely helpful and went out of their way to assist us, including organising bookings and helping to solve any problems that came up.
The lodge is also very conveniently located, close to the town as well as many of the main tourist attractions.
All in all, we had a very positive experience and would happily recommend the lodge.
The main downside for us was that the tents are positioned quite close together, especially the four overlooking the wetland area. This means that noise from neighbouring guests can easily become disturbing.
Unfortunately, we had very noisy neighbours who were shouting and showed little consideration for other guests. It affected our stay to the point that we gave up the tent we had booked and moved to a less desirable tent simply to get some peace and quiet.
This is something to keep in mind if you are sensitive to noise or are looking for a particularly peaceful stay.
7/10
Reviewed Aug 21, 2026Great location, quick stop over before heading into Mozambique, and border right there.
The food and staff were great, but service VERY slow for food. It was worth the wait, but be aware if you're in a hurry!! Managers were changing, so this may have been the cause.
7/10
Reviewed Aug 18, 2026Perfect location on our way to Mozambiek
We did not have hot water for our shower at all, there seemed to be a problem with the gas heaters.
Bad wifi but understandable for the area.
7/10
Reviewed Aug 13, 2026Nice restaurant
Chalets okay
Showers not great
Peaceful in nature
Gas showers are always kak
8/10
Reviewed Jul 17, 2026Beautiful place very quiet and peaceful.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 15, 2026Loved this beautiful natural haven. Beautiful and peaceful camp.
We stayed here en route to Mozambique. The setup was perfect for our needs and the staff were very helpful and friendly.
Friendly staff. The food was amazing. The restaurant is comfortable with a good menu. The seafood basket and burgers were yummy. Kuddos to Frank and Johan. The rooms were clean and comfortable.
Nothing
5/10
Reviewed May 29, 2026The patio looking out on the lake.
The whole place is run down.
8/10
Reviewed May 26, 2026The supper we had of freshly caught fish was excellent.
The manager, Johan, was very friendly and helpful.
Nothing.
10/10
Reviewed May 13, 2026Nous avons passé un agréable moment dans ce lodge, l'accueil était excellent, nous avons été bien conseillés au cours de notre séjour sur les différentes activités à faire dans la région.
Le logement était propre et au calme.
The location is great and the atmosphere is nice.
The hot water in the showers were not always hot. The gas geaser can not supply sufficient hot water if more than 1 person is taking a shower
Meals at the restaurant was delicious. The wildlife around was nice to experience. All the staff were friendly and helpful.
The music played at the restaurant.
Think they need to replace the matresses. Very lumpy.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 7, 2026Staff were very accommodating and friendly. Place is super pleasant!
Perhaps a small table in bathrooms to put toiletries and a few hooks in tents to be able to hang things like jackets, etc.
8/10
Reviewed Mar 22, 2026The food is excellent! We ended up eating every meal there. The staff, especially Frank was so helpful in organizing our outings and meals.
It is unique
The water was cold
8/10
Reviewed Feb 23, 2026The pool is very clean and the rooms are spacious, tidy and comfortable
It was so difficult to find using Apple Maps and the owner refused to meet us at the main road so we can drive together to the place. Getting there was such a nightmare, the boards with directions weren’t so clear at night. No WiFi in rooms
7/10
Reviewed Jan 29, 2026Bon emplacement mais 4/4 nécessaire si les conditions climatiques sont à la pluie
Les sanitaires sont vieillots et l'hygiène pas impeccable non plus. La literie manque de fraîcheur. L'annonce tente de luxe est surfaite.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 21, 2026Staff were very welcoming and a memorable 1stvtime glamping experience
The roads
8/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026Restaurant food is good, they have REAL R&R, the area was nice witha 5 min drive down to kosi lake 3.
very safe
it was noisy sometimes from other people in other tents but i guess that is something you cannot control anywhere you go
8/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Easily accessible by a normal car, attentive staff.
Wifi reception which to be fair is poor in the area.
Location, accommodation
Waited too long for food and drinks. Food not worth the money paid for.
9/10
Reviewed Dec 29, 2025We had a great stay at Kingfisher Lodge. The tent is basic, but it has everything that you need. It was lovely to have our own bathroom and our own kitchen set up, that's allocated to your tent number. The location is excellent. Frank was super helpful. We would definitely come back.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 27, 2025That each tent had its own bathroom.
We had no problems at all.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 26, 2025Peaceful and quiet
8/10
Reviewed Dec 17, 2025THE AIRCON POOL AND RESTAURANT
10/10
Reviewed Dec 9, 2025Fantastic accommodation that allowed us to explore nature around our accommodation and also easily access some of the key activities that should go with a visit to this corner of the world. The restaurant and bar allowed us to grab a meal if we did not feel like catering for ourselves. We were very happy and will definitely be back.
10/10
Reviewed Nov 25, 2025Our favourite holiday yet. Accommodation was incredible. The food from the restaurant was delicious and cost effective. The staff were very professional.
Nothing.
10/10
Reviewed Nov 17, 2025Everything was exceptional
Food amazing and a special thanx to Johan and Franco for there assistance and great service
The friendliness of the stuff the called to have us place our dinner orders before the kitchen closes, they had a fridge we could use in keeping our groceries... And the guy was kind enough to let us keep our food longer in the fridge..
The bed was super uncomfortable you could feel the spring coils on the sides and the mattress is sooo old and uncomfortable that it moves as you turn on the bed...
I didn't catch even a couple of hours of sleep because the tree on top of the tent kept on dropping seeds and they would make a huge noise banging on the roof sheeting..
The fact that the manager doesn't take accountability, if I order something and you bring me the other do not gaslight me, a side portion of chips and a plate of chips will never be the same amount.. I ordered a bottle of water instead of admitting the water is hot he brought me a huge glass filled with ice I didn't ask for...
I hate people who are underhanded and think they are smart
Ablution away from cottage
Single bed
9/10
Reviewed Oct 30, 2025Was perfect accommodation for a night stop on the way to Mozambique
10/10
Reviewed Oct 15, 2025Really tastefully done simple accomodation . The kids loved the fun of being half tent, beds comfortable, everything super clean, staff very friendly and phoned to check in on us before we arrived to help with directions. We arrived late and left early as we were on a schedule so we didn't hang around to try the pool or cafe.
Internet not very strong but that didn't affect us. Part of being off the beaten track.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 23, 2025Uniqueness and building style make Kingfisher Bush Lodge stunning.
Long gravel road to the venue.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 23, 2025Perfect for backpacking and off-road adventure.
Its uniqueness makes it less appreciated by those who don't want adventure.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 21, 2025Kids loved the tented camp!
Only stayed one night and all was good.
7/10
Reviewed Aug 20, 2025El desayuno pagado fue muy simple, recomiendo mejor elegir el desayuno a la carta es más barato y tienes más variedad.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 13, 2025L’attention des hôtes (et notamment leur aide pour aller en excursions), le petit déjeuner très copieux et varié, l’environnement proche de la nature
The food was good, reasonably priced. The pool was clean.
Tiny dark tents with dark green interiors, thick shadecloth windows and only one light, made it very difficult to see inside. The kitchen walls were rough cement, with food stains. The staff sent me on recognised 4x4 bush route, but the bridge had washed away months before. Wasted day. They should know what is happening in their area.
8/10
Reviewed Jun 15, 2025The layout of the place is lovely
The sand is very soft, you need a big car to move around comfortably.
The advertisement states the room has a private bathroom and kitchen. So any logilaly thinking person would assume it's part of your unit. Not in this case. The bathroom is in another building and the kitchen is in yet another building. Please update your advertisement
10/10
Reviewed Jun 2, 2025Amazing location, comfy bed, great value for money
9/10
Reviewed May 26, 2025We had an amazing time at Kingfisher Lodge in Kosi Bay! The setting is peaceful and beautifully integrated with nature — perfect for a relaxing escape. The chalets are clean, spacious, and well-equipped, offering comfort while still giving you a sense of being close to the wild.
The hosts were incredibly warm and accommodating, always ready to help with tips about local activities. There is a restaurant in the premises and the service throughout our stay was outstanding.
A special highlight for our family was Voly (not sure if it’s spelled correctly), the lodge’s friendly dog, who became the perfect companion for our son during our stay — gentle, playful, and always nearby with a wagging tail. It really made the experience even more memorable.
Whether you’re looking for adventure or just a quiet break surrounded by nature, Kingfisher Lodge is the place.
6/10
Reviewed May 19, 2025Owners were very nice and corrected all the issues we had with facility right away, the area is nice a quiet, the beaches were my favourite part, it is a drive away from the facility. However, the locals are extremely friendly and helpful. 4X4 is required or you might not be able to get the breaches. Almost no Wi-Fi connection in the rooms, but is a nice break from reality.
The Breakfast, you can only choose either a hot or a cold breakfast (This is the breakfast that is included in the property)
You can order from their menu but that does cost extra.
9/10
Reviewed Apr 26, 2025We love this as a sleep over on our way into Mozambique. The little shop here is a win and the restaurant serves good home cooked food.
Few maintenence issues, but was attended to when asked.
7/10
Reviewed Apr 25, 2025Own bathroom. The swimming pool.
Bathroom not en-suite, facilities were basic. Communal kitchen. Bathroom and kitchen far from room. No double/queen size bed.
It is situated in a beautiful environment very peaceful,great bird viewing and overall pleasant.The staff is very helpful and friendly Tent was cleaned daily..
The tent is very poorly equipped. Kitchen had a broken kettle, gas stove not fully functioning,pan and pots really needs to be replaced,.Cutlery very poor.Shower door also problematic.This tent should not be advertised as self catering.Our bed was had a very uncomfortable mattress but it was replaced.
9/10
Reviewed Mar 24, 2025Loved the onsite restaurant. The food was delicious every time. Service was excellent. Staff was very helpful.
We had a bit of a problem with our shower and it was sorted in a timely manner. Will definitely return.
Nothing.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 8, 2025There's nothing to complain about, it was an amazing getaway! The staff are very helpful and go out their way to make sure you have everything you need. The accommodation was great value for money. Would definitely stay there again!
10/10
Reviewed Mar 4, 2025We did self-catering but a fellow guest said breakfast was amazing.
Nothing
We enjoyed the rooms with your own bathroom and kitchen.
We loved the restaurants food and service.
a better shower as ours were broken and had to be replaced.
Also the mattress was completely worn out, to sleep on a mattress like that for 7 nights called for some pain killers for the muscles.
Every day there was something not working, electra tripped several times at night. No hot water most of the time. Staff was there but attitude was that if you ask something is was too much to ask.
The sounds of the frogs, nice clean pool.
8/10
Reviewed Feb 21, 2025The bush.
Water on the bathroom floor
8/10
Reviewed Feb 15, 2025It was our first experience of a bush lodge. The accommodation was self-catering, very cosy, very quite and comfortable, and we loved it. Just do not forget to carry mosquito/ insect repellent. You can easily reach the Bush Lodge in a regular car with good ground clearance. A 4x4 is a must to visit the Kosy Bay mouth, the lake and other tourist attractions. I highly recommend this place.
An insect repellent or a UV insect catcher.
Location is beautiful and the tent was very comfortable.
It would have been nice to have had more comfortable outdoor seating and seating around the pool