Where hippopotamuses traverse the streets nocturnally

Lidiko Lodge, located in the Zululand settlement of St Lucia—renowned for its nocturnal hippo inhabitants—provides tourists with four-star accommodations in a picturesque setting.  Encircled by the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park, currently referred to as iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the natural marvels are inexhaustible.

The park is South Africa’s oldest natural World Heritage Site and is regarded as the third-largest park in the nation, encompassing other smaller reserves and diverse habitats.  Notable features encompass diverse avian species and the calving of humpback whales near the coastline from June to November, coinciding with the arrival of loggerhead and leatherback turtles to nest at the final major breeding site for these species.  Visitors can select from a variety of activities to fully engage with the experience.

Comfortable lodging is available in Double or Twin Rooms, Family Rooms, and a Family Unit including two interconnected bedrooms.  Each unit includes an own terrace that offers direct access to the exquisite tropical grounds and a swimming pool.  Additional amenities comprise an art gallery, library, outdoor lounge area, and terrace.