Sondaba Bush Camp
Sondaba Bush Camp is located in the Pongola Reserve in the extreme north of KwaZulu Natal, just south of Swaziland. It is named after the highest hill in the reserve and of all the reserve’s camps, Sondaba inspires the strongest sense of remoteness. Offers self-catering exclusive use to guests.
Sondaba Bush Camp Highlights
Sondaba Bush Camp is located in the Pongola Reserve in the extreme north of KwaZulu Natal, just south of Swaziland. Sondaba is named after the highest hill in the reserve. Of all the reserve’s camps, Sondaba inspires the strongest sense of remoteness. Reached after a 4 km drive from the Pongola Game Reserve Leeukop Gate, the camp is located in rugged hill country. It is booked out on an exclusive basis
- Self-catering lodge booked exclusively by guests wanting an intimate safari experience.
- 6 Guest rooms with shared lounge and kitchen.
- Offers on-foot rhino tracking, canoeing, fishing and game drive safaris.
- Situated near to Mvubu Spa, which offers an array of revitalisig beauty treatments.
Sondaba Bush Camp Game Viewing and Activities
The Pongola River, broad and perennial, meanders through the centre of the reserve before entering the man-made 13 276 hectare lake. It provides a leisure environment unique for a South African bushveld destination. Safari cruises, canoe adventures, birding and tiger fishing are among the main activities. The area is home to many typical plains game species, four of the Big Five (excluding lion), hippopotumas and crocodile. It is also a birding "hotspot" with over 350 species having been recorded. One can also enjoy the experience of tracking rhino on foot and participating in the elephant monitoring programme.
