The Makaranga Garden Lodge is situated just 20 minutes out of Durban, amidst 30 acres of exotic botanical gardens, ponds, streams and waterfalls.
Located in the lush, sub-tropical village of Kloof, in the rolling hills just 25km from Durban.
Overlooking a unique botanic garden, the four-star guest lodge has been designed to blend in with, rather than impose upon, the natural surroundings.
The spacious lodge with hand-painted murals, plush carpets, original art, an elegant dining room and cocktail bar, a library, and a classically furnished lounge, which is complete with a grand piano, create an atmosphere of intimacy and elegance.
The 10 individually designed and air-conditioned suites, each open onto a private verandah from which the true beauty of Makaranga Garden Lodge can be appreciated.
The lush vegetation surrounds guests, and the magnificent Macaranga trees stand vigil in the background. Full facilities are available for those who are mobility impaired.
Kloof borders the Krantzkloof Nature Reserve, run by the Natal Parks Board since the 1950's and featuring a variety of wildlife and birds making their homes in the indigenous forest habitat.
The reserve is centred on the Kloof Gorge (Kloof is the Afrikaans word for 'gorge' or 'ravine'), through which runs the Molweni River. The river features a series of spectacular waterfalls, a short distance from the popular picnic area.
In the village itself, Kloof boasts several shopping centres, all of the facilities you would expect to find in a small town, as well as several top public and private schools.
Kloof does not experience extremes of either heat or cold and is, therefore, one of the most desirable residential areas in the country, and its climate one of the healthiest in the world.
Summer temperatures range from 18°C to 30°C, with the temperatures in winter averaging between 11°C and 20°C. The rainy season falls over summer (November to March), with a little over 1000 millimetres of rain being recorded on average each year.
Directions to Makaranga Luxury Garden Lodge
From the North Coast (N2) and 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.
From Durban City
Take N3 Pietermaritzburg to M13 Pinetown glide-off. Take M13 and drive for 11km to exit 26, Everton Rd / Gillits. Turn right at traffic light, over bridge and first right again into Igwababa Road. Proceed 1.2km to our gate on left.
From Pietermaritzburg
Take N3 towards Durban tan then take the M13 Hillcrest glide-off (approx. 30 kms from Durban). Proceed 8 km to Everton Road / Gillits glide-off (exit 26). At the stop street turn left into Everton Road. Drive 400 m and turn right into Igwababa Road. Proceed 1.2 km to gate on left.
