Bhangazi Lodge

04/11/2026

Just having a little snooz.

26/10/2026

22/10/2026

Enjoy a delicious breakfast before heading out to explore all the St Lucia and the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park have to offer. Good food, a little sunshine and a relax start to the day - what more could you ask for? 🍳🥓

19/10/2026

🐾 Beyond the Big 5: Meet Africa’s Mighty "Little 5"! 🐾
​When you head out on a safari, everyone is on the lookout for the legendary Big 5 🦁🐘🦏🐆🐃. But did you know the African bush is home to an equally incredible—and much cuter—crew?
​Meet the Little 5! Named after their iconic larger-than-life counterparts, these small wonders prove that great things really do come in tiny packages:
​🐘 Elephant Shrew – Don't let the name fool you! This lightning-fast insect eater sports a trunk-like snout and holds the title of bushveld sprinter.
🐆 Leopard Tortoise – Rocking a stunning, spotted shell pattern, this slow-and-steady beauty is the ultimate bush stroller.
🦏 Rhino Beetle – The true heavyweights of the bug world! With their impressive head horns, these little powerhouse beetles can lift up to 850 times their own body weight!
🐃 Buffalo Weaver – Loud, social, and a bit messy! These quirky birds build giant, tangled stick nests that look like messy hair days in the trees.
🐜 Antlion – The master architect of the sand! This clever little predator digs tiny funnel pits to catch its lunch on the go.
​✨ Safari Pro-Tip: Next time you’re on game drive, keep your eyes on the ground as much as the trees. The bush is packed with magic, big and small!
​Which of the Little 5 are you most excited to spot on your next trip? Let us know in the comments! 👇👇
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16/10/2026

Even our coffee shops are obsessed with hippos 🤣

17/09/2026

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04/07/2026

Planning a visit including a self drive - check out the opening times.

Planning a self-drive safari from St Lucia?

Before you head off in search of Africa's incredible wildlife, make sure you know the opening and closing times of our nearby parks.

Whether you're exploring iSimangaliso Wetland Park or Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, arriving at the gate a little early makes for a far more relaxed start to your adventure.

We've also included the distance from St Lucia to each gate, making it easy to plan your day.

Save this post for your next visit to St Lucia... you'll be glad you did!

Have you entered through all four of these gates? Which one is your favourite?

24/06/2026

When is the best time to visit St Lucia?

The truth is, there is no single best time.

Every season brings something different to be discovered within the incredible landscapes of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Hluhluwe-iMfolozi.

From whale watching along our coastline and turtle nesting on remote beaches, to migratory birds arriving from distant lands and baby animals taking their first steps, nature is constantly changing and always rewarding those who take the time to explore.

Something wild awaits every month.

*Based on typical wildlife patterns within iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. Wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed and may vary according to seasonal conditions.*

10/05/2026

Something wonderful happened this weekend in the Eastern Shores - the 1st ever Eco run!

13/04/2026

Looking for information or accommodation in and around St Lucia & Mtubatuba, then go and speak to the team on the Pelican Collection stand P21 the the WTM.