Malaria areas often deter us from visiting such locations in game reserves, especially if a last minute decision to travel, short stays or if you travelling with children. However there are many reserves that are malaria free and are home to our BIG 5 animals.
I recently visited Nambiti Game Reserve in Kwa Zulu Natal (being one of these malaria free reserves) and from Johannesburg it really is not such a long distance drive as it sounds - 3 hours and possible another 30 minutes to your lodge through the reserve, depending on the location. Durban residents are only 2 and half hours away.
The Nambiti Game reserve is a 20 000 hectare reserve located near Ladysmith and boasts over 30 species of game including cheetah, hyhena, giraffe, hippo, kudu and eland (and of course the big 5) in this natural bushveld with its many different vegetations and landscapes. The Reserve is also close to the famous battlefelds of the Anglo-Boer War and various other historic sites.
There about 10 lodges in the reserve to chose from, ranging from tented accommodation to luxury suite accommodation all at very affordable rates and great value for money.
I can highly recommend Lions Valley Lodge, 5 star service and luxury spacious suites for under R1800 per person fully inclusive. (oh and great for honeymoons and romantic weekends, each suite offers a jacuzzi on the deck overlooking the valley!) This is a great price for this standard of accommodation in a big 5 reserve compared to other regions where the going rates for such lodges ranging from R2500 to R4500 pp!
Send me you feedback and further experiences at any other of the Nambiti Game Lodges OR other Malaria Free Game Reserves, our team would greatly appreciate your comments and reviews!
