Maputaland Marine Protected Area

Big Skies Gugs

In season, passing humpback whales can be spotted from Big Skies Gugs strategic location, just 4km inland. Quite different in feel to the sultry seaside forest, this camp is noted for the beauty of the early morning and late afternoon light shining on the surrounding sea of grass. Situated above

Big Skies Research

Big Skies Research – a secret, self drive hideaway named for the scientists and researchers for whom it was originally built, offers a different Maputaland experience. The tented lodge offers four twin rooms with sea views. Each tent has two single beds and an en-suite bathroom with hot water pro

Big Skies Ubunye

Big Skies Ubunye is a secret hideaway, located a short walking distance from Big Skies Gugs. Surrounded by forest, grassland and ocean, guests may enjoy activities such as whale watching in season, snorkelling, beach days, boat tours and visiting the nearby community. The 4 comfort rooms are each

Thonga Beach Lodge

Thonga Beach Lodge is set on the pristine shores of the Maputuland Coast, KwaZulu-Natal. This 24 bed luxury lodge is the ideal place to discover one of Africa’s last unspoilt wilderness beaches. It is a magical place of coastal forests, grasslands, bush, shimmering lakes and exquisite sandy beach