Makaranga Garden Lodge

Destination

Durban

Makaranga Garden Lodge is a luxury accommodation and conference venue where guests can enjoy friendly service and superb cuisine. The Wild Poplar Restaurant offers a Table dê Hote dinner menu and the Tuscan Terrace offers a variety of breakfast and lunch menus. Day visitors are welcome to enjoy a walk in the garden followed by refreshments on the terrace. The philosophy of Makaranga revolves around providing an opportunity for enjoyment as well as rejuvenation for all our visitors. The beautiful gardens provide the ideal backdrop to achieve the desired levels of relaxation for all who visit us. The guest lodge has been designed to blend in with, rather than impose upon, the natural surroundings. The spacious lodge, with hand painted murals, original art, and a classically furnished lounge, which is complete with a grand piano, creates an atmosphere of intimacy and elegance. Accommodation is en-suite, individually furnished and extremely spacious. Full facilities are available for those who are mobility impaired. Our lodge and gardens boast an impressive art collection and guests can wander the wheelchair friendly pathways through the garden to admire the Shona and Italian sculptures set amongst an impressive collection of Camellias, Magnolias and Rhododendrons to mention a few. The Japanese garden features original stone carvings from Japan, and the 18 ponds and waterways are an ideal setting for little bronze statues of Venus, Pan and others. Our unique brand of personal service, delicious food and good old fashioned hospitality make this an ideal setting for a weekend leisure escape, romantic honeymoon or prestigious executive event. African Pride Makaranga Garden Lodge provides an unsurpassed sanctuary for the visitor to rest, rejuvenate and rediscover total harmony.

Makaranga Garden Lodge Amenities

Accommodation at African Pride Makaranga Garden Lodge is exclusive, spacious and luxurious. Each suite is individually decorated, tastefully furnished and opening onto a private verandah where the true beauty of Makaranga can be appreciated.

Directions To Makaranga Garden Lodge

From The South Coast (N2): Take the N2 North and continue to N3 intersection. Take the N3 Pietermaritzburg glide-off and continue for 6.5km to the M13 Pinetown glide-off. Take M13 and drive for 11km to Everton Rd / Gillitts glide off (exit 26). Turn right at traffic light, over the bridge and first right into Igwababa Rd. Proceed 1.2km to our gate on left. From Durban city: Take N3 Pietermaritzburg to M13 Pinetown glide-off. Follow M13 for 11km to exit 26 (Everton Road / Gillitts) glide-off. Turn right at traffic light, over the bridge and first right into Igwababa Rd. Proceed for 1.2km to our gate on your left. From Pietermaritzburg: Take N3 towards Durban and then take the M13 Hillcrest glide-off (approx. 30km from Durban). Proceed 8km to Everton Road / Gillitts glide-off (exit 26). At the stop street turn left into Everton Road. Drive 400m and turn right into Igwababa Road. Proceed 1.2km to our gate on left. From The North Coast (N2) & King Shaka Airport: Take N2 South, turn left into N3 glide-off (Pietermaritzburg) and continue for 6,5km to the M13 Pinetown glide-off. Take M13 and drive for 11km to Everton Rd / Gillitts glide off (exit 26). Turn right at traffic light, over the bridge and first right into Igwababa Rd. Proceed 1.2km to our gate on left. 29 47’28.76”S, 30 49’ 06.75”E

Area Attractions

The Valley of a Thousand Hills offers: • Shopping and dinner theatre (Heritage Market) • Cultural Village with Zulu dancing and a safari park • Golf course nearby • Horse riding and polo at Shongweni Polo Club • Hiking and walking in the spectacular Kloof Gorge, Kranzkloof Nature Reserve & Shongweni dam • Arts and crafts (beadwork, ceramics, woodwork, wire art) • Steam train the first and last Sunday of every month departing from Kloof station for a fun day out.