White Elephant Safari Lodge is located in the Pongola Game Reserve, which is situated east of the N2, in Maputaland, north eastern Zululand. The lodge is approximately 485km from Johannesburg and 330km from Durban. The closest major center is Richards Bay, which is 180km south east of the N2 freeway.

The sweeping views and tranquil setting provide the venue for a unique African experience. Eight luxurious safari-style tents, each with en-suite bathroom, outdoor canvas shower, private veranda and personal bar, ensure a secluded retreat in unspoilt savanna bushveld teeming with game and birdlife. Unwind with dusky birdcalls, moonlit vistas and the distant gentle lapping of water.

Sumptuous meals are served at the main house (a restored colonial homestead) on the wide verandahs, in the dining room, garden or on the wooden deck alongside the swimming pool.

• Luxurious, tented safari lodge with the ambience and romance of a bygone era.
• Spectacular views of the majestic Lebombo Mountains and distant waters of Lake Jozini.
• Game drives, guided walks and elephant tracking. Brilliant bird-watching and game viewing.
• Tiger-fishing and sunset lake cruises.
• Excellent cuisine and personalized service. Private, exclusive experience

Journey into the bush on a game drive or a bush walk with one of our professional guides who will share with you what we have learnt and explore together that which we still need to learn.  A cycling safari on dusty African roads in the late afternoon sun will heighten your senses and invigorate the soul.

Gentle boat cruises on lake Jozini add a new dimension to game viewing and birdwatching. Hear the haunting fish eagle cries, hippos snorting, feel the winds whispering against your skin, inhale the tranquility and solitude of Africa. Test the shimmering waters for 'tigers' with our expert fishing guide to assist you.

Rhino walks are an exhilarating experience, allowing you to gain a closer understanding of these prehistoric mammals, their ways and their battle against extinction.  Elephanting' will give you so much more than the mere thrill of sighting elephants. As you participate in our Research Program, you will learn to 'see' elephants differently. Stand in their footsteps and feel their mighty presence. Explore with us their problems in today's world and learn with us about our 'silent' elephants.

From the novice fisherman to the expert anglers fishing with a fly, Lake Jozini offers you the ideal location for tigerfishing of a lifetime, while you enjoy the pristine wilderness setting that compares favorably to the wilds of Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe.

Soar over the majestic Lebombo mountains and our corner of Africa with Zululand Mission Air Transport. This special 'flying doctor' service brings medical assistance to the people in the remote rural areas of Maputaland. You will gain a new insight into Africa's soul and her needs, from ZUMAT's committed pilots.

Discover the mystery and magic of Zulu culture by taking part in our Umgano or Uthambothi tours. A visit to Dumazulu Cultural Village and Illala Basket Weavers can be arranged, as well as visits to rural schools, Zulu chiefs and herbal doctors. Venture a little further into some of Maputaland's other wonderful Game and Nature Reserves (Hluhluwe-Umfolozi, Mkuze, Itala, Ndumu, Tembe and the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park).

Located in the middle of the village of Ubombo, you will find a special place known as the “Ubombo Children’s Care Village”. It is where children are nurtured & cared for in a loving environment. The project began with no fixed income. Through the help of many remarkable and generous people, the property has been purchased to provide a secure home for the children and enable the organization to grow.