We believe that this luxury lodge and spa in KwaZulu-Natal region of South Africa is the new generation of destination spas, offering a leading spa experience combined with the healing rhythms of nature. You can awaken your senses and embrace nature in the surrounding landscape that is teeming with wildlife. After your private daily game drive or walk, relax with a lovely treatment and hydrotherapy pools. Finish off the day with a deliciously healthy meal and a glass of good South African wine!

This Escape includes:

• 1 x Karkloof Massage BONUS Free Treatment
• 1 x Floatation session BONUS Free Treatment
• 1 x Rassoul BONUS Free Treatment
• 1 x Tula de Stress Massage BONUS Free Treatment
• 1 x Salt Scrub BONUS Free Treatment
• 1 x Manicure or Pedicure BONUS Free Treatment
• 1 x Release Scalp & Foot massage BONUS Free Treatment
• 1 x Botanics Facial BONUS Free Treatment
• Use of sauna, steam room and hydrotherapy pools
• Mountain Biking
• Daily Game Drive/Walk
• 7 nights accommodation
• All meals and beverages (ex.fine wine and Champagne) 
• Return airport transfers
• Return flights from UK to Pietermaritzburg or Durban

 

Special Offers:

Free nights: 7 nights for the price of 6 valid for stays between

• 01 May - 31 October 10

No Single Supplement valid for stays between

• 01 May - 31 October 10 

Travel Diary:  >>read our personal experience

Awards: "Most Exciting Discovery of 2009" - Tatler Spa Awards 2009

Press: Featured in Red Magazine >>Read Article

Karkloof Spa Details

Location

Opened in summer 2008, Karkloof is the first destination spa in Africa.  If that isn’t exciting news enough, add to this the unique twist that you can not only unwind your body and mind with an extensive array of treatments, but also have at your doorstep a Safari experience - 'Spafari' at its best!  You can awaken your senses and embrace nature in the surrounding 3500 hectare landscape that is teeming with wildlife.  Situated 24km from Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal midlands, the property is set in a verdant bowl, surrounded by towering cliffs with the shimmering water of the Albert Falls Dam in view.

Transfer Time - 20 minutes from Pietermaritzburg or 80 minutes from Durban

Rooms

This luxurious property has a spacious boutique Lodge which houses the main lounge and dining rooms, then connected to this by wooden walkways are the 16 individually decorated Villas.  Not only are the rooms wonderfully comfortable and spacious, they have calming and elegant interior décor and the height of mod-cons with under floor heating to take the edge off any night chill and work areas with internet.  You will find all the usual amenities of a deluxe hotel (bar fridge, a/c, sumptuous fluffy robe, espresso machine) but there aren’t many hotel rooms in the world where you have your own private game viewing deck, or can soak in an enormous bath with a view of the spectacular African sunsets.

Food

Personalised on every level, there are no fixed dining times at Karkloof, simply when it suits you.  They can personalise the menu to suit your needs and wishes but generally the cuisine is based on healthy principles and uses fresh, organic (where possible) ingredients.  The main dining room is in the lodge where the table are elegantly laid with white linen and crystal, however the atmosphere is very relaxed and you will find some of South Africa's renowned wines on offer.  There is also the Greens and Teas Spa Cafe that serves fresh juices, therapeutic teas and light snacks.

Activities

This is a paradise for nature lovers and those that thrive in the outdoors.  In addition to the heated pool for swimming, and the daily nature walk, you can mountain bike & hike around the property, picnic at the waterfalls, go fishing or simply observe the extraordinary wildlife and watch the 300 different species of birds.

Insider Tips

• You can tick off 2 of the 'Big 5' at Karkloof - and that could just be from the viewing platform in your room!

• Expect to see white & black rhino, Cape buffalo, wildebeest, giraffe, zebra, impala, kudu, waterbuck, nyala, eland, bush buck, warthog, bushpig and a range of monkeys - to name a few!
  

Wellness Approach

• The approach is about combining nature at its most elemental form with a highly professional spa experience to achieve a state of ultimate relaxation.  The therapists are exclusively from Thailand for that gentle and healing experience.  A variety of massage, beauty and pampering treatments available.

Freestyle Spa

• Steam Room and Saunas in the spa and also separate male and female in the changing rooms.  Two Kneipp plunge  pools that are used for a combination of hot and cold to stimulate your circulation.  An indoor large pool with jets and an outdoor jacuzzi.  Beautiful relaxation room with great views over the valley.

Find out more about the benefits of >>Freestyle Spa

Signature Treatment

Karkloof Intuitive Massage. An essential oil massage that is completely in tune with what your body's needs.  The therapists use different techniques and pressures to deal with any individual stress areas. No two people get the same massage.

We Love

• The manicure/pedicure room with its comfortable lounge chairs and fantastic views of the wildlife, in fact all treatments rooms have views of the wildlife!
• The flotation treatment which is taken in the large flotation pool in its own private room, without a cover to avoid any claustrophobia.  

Return on Investment

Rested and Tension free.