Gugulesizwe WEATHER

Gugulesizwe or as it is affectionately known, Gugs, offers a breathtakingly beautiful location just 4km inland, where you can spot humpback whales during the season. Experience the shimmering morning and afternoon light on the surrounding sea of grass at our simple yet comfortable camp. Wake up to the sound of the Indian Ocean and explore the nearby Lala Nek snorkelling site or the rock pools that are revealed at low tide. Our community-first approach ensures that your stay contributes positively to the surrounding community while offering an authentic, local experience.

STANDARD Room

Our standard rooms are designed to provide comfort while retaining the essence of camping. The rooms feature concrete floors, canvas and shade cloth walls, and tin roofs, allowing guests to enjoy the feeling of sleeping outside while listening to the soft sounds of the Maputaland night in complete comfort.

From R1800 pp per night

  • En suite bathroom
  • ¾ Restonic mattresses’
  • Donkey boiler (eco-friendly shower geyser)
  • Vegan, eco-friendly amenities
  • Crip towels, bed sheets and pillows
  • USB charging ports (2 per room)
  • Shared swimming pool
  • Standing fan
  • Beach essentials – snorkelling equipment, umbrellas, beach chairs, beach towels
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Close-up of a white basin in a room with green plants in the background.

Family Room

Our family room is the same construction as the standard room, however, it features a mirror room meaning that two rooms are connected giving families safety and closeness, but a little bit of privacy!

From R1800 per person per night

  • En suite bathroom
  • ¾ Restonic mattresses’
  • Donkey boiler (eco-friendly shower geyser)
  • Vegan, eco-friendly amenities
  • Crip towels, bed sheets and pillows
  • USB charging ports (2 per room)
  • Shared swimming pool
  • Standing fan
  • Beach essentials – snorkelling equipment, umbrellas, beach chairs, beach towels
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Soap by BaaBar

Geyser by Rocket Donkey

Snorkelling at Lala Nek

Wellness space

Laundry service available

Beds by Restonic

Close-up of a white basin in a room with green plants in the background.

STANDARD Room

Our standard rooms are designed to provide comfort while retaining the essence of camping. The rooms feature concrete floors, canvas and shade cloth walls, and tin roofs, allowing guests to enjoy the feeling of sleeping outside while listening to the soft sounds of the Maputaland night in complete comfort.

From R1800 pp per night

  • En suite bathroom
  • ¾ Restonic mattresses’
  • Donkey boiler (eco-friendly shower geyser)
  • Vegan, eco-friendly amenities
  • Crip towels, bed sheets and pillows
  • USB charging ports (2 per room)
  • Shared swimming pool
  • Standing fan
  • Beach essentials – snorkelling equipment, umbrellas, beach chairs, beach towels
Book your stay

Family Room

Our family room is the same construction as the standard room, however, it features a mirror room meaning that two rooms are connected giving families safety and closeness, but a little bit of privacy!

From R1800 per person per night

  • En suite bathroom
  • ¾ Restonic mattresses’
  • Donkey boiler (eco-friendly shower geyser)
  • Vegan, eco-friendly amenities
  • Crip towels, bed sheets and pillows
  • USB charging ports (2 per room)
  • Shared swimming pool
  • Standing fan
  • Beach essentials – snorkelling equipment, umbrellas, beach chairs, beach towels
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  • All accommodation on a shared basis;
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner (excludes drinks except tea and instant coffee. We focus on conservation and provide sustainable, plant-based organic meals.).
  • Use of safe and secure parking (4x4s in camp and 2x4s at our safe Manguzi parking lot in town).
  • Lodge guides, housekeepers, bartenders, hosts and chefs.
  • All applicable Tourism Levies and taxes.
  • All drinks;
  • Excursions and transfers;
  • Park fees, entrance fees, porterage, tours/excursions;
  • Cancellation, baggage and medical insurance;
  • Staff gratuities;
  • Any new Government taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases which are beyond our control.
  • Check-in is at 12h00 – if your room is available on arrival then an early check in will be offered at no additional cost.
  • Check-out is at 10h00;
  • If an early check-in or late check-out needs to be guaranteed prior to arrival, then the full nightly rate for the night before or after must be paid in order to secure this;
  • Please ensure that you are aware of our booking conditions. Taking this journey with us implies your acceptance of these conditions.
  • Prior to confirming the booking, you must take out comprehensive travel, medical, cancellation, curtailment and default insurance for the duration of your trip.
  • Due to the remote area in which we operate, it is vital that you had adequate cover for any emergencies and other unforeseen circumstances. We cannot be held responsible if you travelwithout insurance.
  • Our cancellation policy will apply if you fail to join or start your journey for any reason, including flight delays or missed connections.
  • Maputaland is lowrisk malaria area. Please consult your medical practitioner, pharmacist or travel clinic and follow their recommendations as to appropriate precautions.

Book your stay today!

Book your stay today!

Contact us

  reservations@bigskies.travel

    +27 (0) 84 220 6114

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