Lentaba Lodge

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Lentaba Lodge

Lentaba Lodge combines locally sourced stone and thatch with the wild beauty of the surrounding landscape. Every corner of the lodge is thoughtfully designed, inviting guests to unwind, connect with nature, and enjoy the serenity and drama of the African bush.

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From R 7 000 per person sharing, per night

Special offer available on selected dates.

LocationEastern Cape
From, per person · nightR 7 000
AvailabilityLive
Operated byLalibela

Live availability

Lentaba Lodge

About the lodge

An overview of Lentaba Lodge.

Lentaba Lodge combines locally sourced stone and thatch with the wild beauty of the surrounding landscape. Every corner of the lodge is thoughtfully designed, inviting guests to unwind, connect with nature, and enjoy the serenity and drama of the African bush.

Highlights

  • Boutique hillside lodge with 10 private villas
  • Stunning panoramic views of the bushveld
  • Spacious lounge, viewing deck, and swimming pool
  • Three inviting fireplaces enhancing the safari ambiance
  • Open-air dining overlooking a softly lit waterhole

You Should Know

  • Children aged 12 years and older are welcome
  • The lodge accommodates a maximum of 20 guests

The Details

Lentaba Lodge offers 10 private thatch-and-stone villas. The main lodge embodies authentic safari living, with a spacious lounge, open-plan viewing deck, and swimming pool. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining while watching wildlife gather at the illuminated waterhole, and three fireplaces create warmth and atmosphere during cooler evenings.

Lodge Features

  • Lounge and viewing deck with panoramic bushveld vistas
  • Swimming pool set among natural rock formations
  • Three fireplaces for cozy safari evenings
  • Private decks for each villa
  • Alfresco dining overlooking the waterhole
  • Indigenous gardens and hillside location for tranquility and privacy

Accommodation

Luxury Villas

Each suite features en-suite bathrooms and a private deck with breathtaking bushveld views, which makes this perfect for wildlife spotting or relaxing in solitude.

Classic Villas

The classic villas provide spacious interiors, en-suite bathrooms, and private decks.

Suite Features

  • Private viewing deck with uninterrupted bushveld vistas
  • En-suite bathrooms with premium fittings
  • Handcrafted furnishings and tranquil interiors
  • In-room amenities: coffee station, mini-bar, safe, and Wi-Fi
  • Immersive safari experience right from your suite

Activities

Open-Vehicle Safaris

Traverse Lalibela’s diverse landscapes on expertly guided safaris, encountering the Big Five and other wildlife along the way. Each drive is unique, offering unforgettable photographic and observational opportunities.

Safari Walks

Explore the sights, sounds, and scents of the bush up close with guided walks. Choose from thrilling predator trails or gentler, educational explorations in safe zones.

Birdwatching & Wildlife Encounters

Observe elephants, lions, giraffes, and antelope, alongside abundant birdlife and nocturnal species. Elevated decks and private viewing areas provide exceptional vantage points for spotting and photographing wildlife.

Wildlife Experiences

Lentaba Lodge’s hillside position and waterhole attract a variety of wildlife, ensuring intimate and uninterrupted encounters. Watch elephants wander past, listen for lions calling at night, and witness the subtle rhythms of the African bush.

Dining

Indulge in fresh, locally inspired cuisine in settings that connect you to the wilderness. Enjoy open-air meals with panoramic views, intimate dinners on your villa deck, or boma evenings under the stars

Price Includes

  • Luxury accommodation in private villas
  • All meals
  • Two game drives per night stayed
  • All drinks (excluding premium wines & spirits)

You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup.

Lentaba Lodge

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Rates and dates.

Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.

Valid until 10 Jan 2027

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Green season

1 May 2026 – 30 Sept 2026

Special offer

R 7 000

per person · night · normally R 10 500

Shoulder

1 Oct 2026 – 10 Jan 2027

R 10 500

per person · night

Rates are per person sharing, per night. Where a reduced rate is shown, it reflects a stay-pay or long-stay offer for those dates; honeymoon and other offers are applied separately when we prepare your quote. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.

Current offers

Special offer available.

Where the rates above show a saving, it comes from a stay-pay or long-stay offer.

Stay & Pay

Stay three nights and pay for two on stays between 1 September and 30 September 2026, and from 1 to 15 December 2026. The offer applies to the per person sharing nightly accommodation rate; the mandatory conservation levy is not discounted and cannot be reduced.

Long stay

Longer stays are rewarded with reduced nightly rates. For travel between 1 September and 30 September 2026, and from 1 to 15 December 2026, two-night stays receive 20% off, while a three-night stay is charged as two nights. For travel from 1 May to 31 August 2027, two nights receive 20% off, three nights 25% off and four nights 30% off. Discounts apply to the per person sharing nightly accommodation rate only and exclude the conservation levy.

Your specialist for this lodge

Denise Heemro

Denise Heemro

Safari Specialist - Southern Africa

Knows Lentaba Lodge backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.

"Zene was extremely helpful in steering us towards the right high-end safaris in the Eastern Cape that we were looking for, viz Shamwari and Oceana. Since my husband has fallen ill and cannot travel any longer, she has also helped us with securing some rebate from Shamwari (to follow) and has been sympathetic to our misfortune"
February 2025 · United Kingdom · with Zene Devine · Verified on Trustpilot ↗

Speak to a safari specialist

Let's design your stay.

From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Lentaba Lodge: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.

Example: 14–21 Nov 2027 · 2 adults · departing NYC · Big Five focus.

A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours. Your details stay private. View our privacy policy.

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