Lidiko Lodge

Lidiko Lodge, 4 star accommodation in St Lucia

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Description

The lodge is family owned and managed. Set above the Great St Lucia Lake, on a coastal dune and with views of the lake, accommodation in the well appointed 16 garden rooms is provided on a bed & breakfast basis.

The main building of the lodge is one of the original buildings erected in St Lucia and with its thatch oozes an old world Zululand charm.  It houses the reception area; drawing room; art gallery, showcasing the best of the local artists and crafters, a small library for guests as well as the dining deck with views of the Great St Lucia Lake. 

Accommodation

The lodge has 12 standard double/twin garden rooms as well as an interleading family unit, and two triple rooms.

The rooms are decorated in a contemporary Afro-Colonial style and fitted with a bar fridge; wall safe; television; hairdryer and complimentary coffee and tea facilities. All the rooms are generously proportioned, offering full air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms (bath and separate shower). Each room has its own foliage shaded patio and private entrance.  All the rooms overlook the sparkling pool or magnificent lodge gardens. Convenient on site parking is provided.

For families traveling together Lidiko offers a cottage consisting of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge, dining room, private deck and a self contained kitchen. 

At Lidiko guests are accommodated in style and comfort and it is the ultimate destination for those seeking the best of both a beach and bush holiday or simply to escape for a sense of serenity.  Lidiko Lodge is the ideal place from which to explore the surrounding game parks, unspoilt beaches and the wetlands.

Attractions

With stretches of pristine beaches, the warm Indian Ocean, summer just about all year round, take long walks on the beach, swim and snorkel in the warm Indian Ocean.

Go on a boat out to sea and look for marlins, sailfish, dolphins, whales...Maybe you feel like some deep sea fishing. Maybe you just feel like good seafood at one of the local restaurants.

Being in Zululand, visit a cultural village, buy a basket from the local crafts market, have your hair braided the Zulu way or visit a Sangoma (traditional healer).

Do a lake cruise or just walk down to the lake and view the hippos and crocodiles. If you are feeling more adventurous, consider kayaking on the lake between the crocodiles and hippos.

Go for walks in the dune forest or down the Estuary. Listen to the sounds of the forest and look out for red duiker, bushbuck, mongoose...

Track the giant leatherback and loggerhead turtles on a moonlit beach, do birdwatching, find and identify camelion, dragonfly species and butterflies.

Do your own game drive in the Wetland Park or at nearby Hluhluwe/Imfolozi or join an open vehicle safari to the park.

Go jogging, cycling or just relax and soak up the sun.

WHAT TO BRING

Beach towels (pool towels are available from the lodge)
Swimsuits
Sunglasses
Sun hats
Cameras, video cameras and spare batteries
Binoculars
Sandals
Comfortable walking shoes
Sunscreen and lip cream
Insect repellent
Something warm and insulated for the cooler nights and mornings during winter
Lots of enthusiasm

SAFETY AND SECURITY

With one access point across a crocodile infested lake and with hippo and leopard patrols during the night, St Lucia is just about crime free. There is further a 24 hour security patrol by Homo sapiens. Do not go close to the bushy areas at night, because you might meet a hippo or leopard. Always remember that we are in the animals’ territory and respect it.

MEDICAL

The whole of the St Lucia Lake area as well as the Hluhluwe/Imfolozi Park is malaria free. Should you however be coming from the Kruger Park, Swaziland or other malaria areas in South Africa you are advised to continue taking prophylactics.

WEATHER

We experience beautiful sunny skies throughout the year.

Summer temperatures are hot and humid, ranging between 20 degrees at night and up to 40 degrees during the day.

Our winter temperatures are mild, ranging between 14 degrees during the night and up to 24 and even 28 degrees during the day.

Accolades

	:Tourism Council of SA Star Grading
	:Portfolio benchmarked:
	:AA Guides quality assured

TGCSA Star Grading

Facilities

There is no need to leave the pool in order to get something to drink or snack on....it can be ordered from the pool. Browse through our art gallery, do birdwatching from the garden terraces or your own private patio. Feel free to read a book from our library....

Lidiko will gladly do all the bookings and arrangements for any activities you would like to participate in. On all the organized excursions you will be picked up at and returned to the Lodge. Lidiko Lodge will ensure that your holiday is hassle free.

Lidiko Lodge is within 5 minutes walking distance of the forest walks, all the restaurants in the village, the Zulu craft market, the lake and a mere 3 km from the entrance to the Cape Vidal route as well as to the beaches. Lidiko Lodge is one of the most central lodges in the village of St Lucia.

Lidiko has a laundry service as well as a baby sitting service.

Lidiko can arrange any transfers.

The pool area, surrounded by abundant gardens, rich in colours and fragrances is the perfect spot to sunbathe and relax, the sparkling waters of the pool inviting you to take a dip and refresh.

 Browse through our art gallery, do birdwatching from the garden terraces or your own private patio. Feel free to read a book from our library....

Lidiko will gladly do all the bookings and arrangements for any activities you would like to participate in.  On all the organized excursions you will be picked up at and returned to the Lodge. Lidiko Lodge will ensure that your holiday is most memorable and free from hassle. 

Lidiko Lodge is within 5 minutes walking distance of stunning coastal forest walking trails, all the restaurants in the village, the Zulu craft market, the lake and a mere 3 km from the entrance to the Cape Vidal route as well as to the beaches.  Lidiko Lodge is one of the most central lodges in the village of St Lucia.

Lidiko has a laundry service as well as a baby sitting service. 

Lidiko can arrange any transfers.