Tread Lightly, travel deeply

Nestled within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed iSimangaliso Wetland Park is a coastline of breathtaking beauty. Here, vast skies light up with falling stars, warm breezes from the Indian Ocean caress the air, and the serene pace of local life captivates the soul.

Here, Big Skies operates three community and nature-focused lodges, each with a unique experience. 

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Our lodges

Open-air dining area with wooden roof, long bar counter, stools, tables with tablecloths, and ceiling fans. The space features white subway tiles and a large plant in a terracotta pot.

Bespoke

BIG SKIES UBUNYE
Cozy outdoor living area with wooden furniture, colorful cushions, a round coffee table, books, and a patterned pouf on a vibrant rug. The space features rustic decor, a thatched roof, and is surrounded by greenery.

Family

BIG SKIES GUGS
Outdoor area with a pool, wooden deck, and thatched roof shelter. Bean bags and wooden furniture are visible under ambient lighting.

Self-catered

BIG SKIES RESEARCH
Person preparing French toast by dipping bread slices in egg mixture and placing them in a frying pan on a stove.

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