Barefoot mornings. Forest shade. An ocean that sets the pace.
Discover the journey belowThonga Beach Lodge nestled in dune forest above Mabibi Beach, KwaZulu-Natal
Coastal forest & ocean
A stay with its own character.
A coastal hideaway above Mabibi Beach, where thatched rooms sit within the dune forest of iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Come for the contrast between the Indian Ocean and the quiet of the forest.
Dune-forest setting above the beach
Final approach arranged by 4×4
Marine and seasonal experiences by arrangement
A selection of property photography. Room category, views, meal plans and experiences are confirmed in your quotation. Optional activities shown may carry an additional charge.
Your stay, in more detail.
Thatched rooms in dune forest
Thonga’s thatched rooms sit within the dune forest above Mabibi Beach in iSimangaliso Wetland Park. The lodge’s coastal setting combines the Indian Ocean, forest shade and a forest-wrapped lounge deck, with room choices planned around the stay.
The ocean, the lake and the forest
Marine outings, snorkelling or diving, Lake Sibaya, forest walks and birding offer different ways to explore. Seasonal turtle activity is another possibility. Weather, season, operating conditions and additional charges may apply, so the activities are arranged for your travel dates.
Plan the remote final approach
The final approach through the dune forest requires suitable 4×4 arrangements, either by an arranged transfer or an appropriate vehicle. Beach to Bush continues from Thonga to Sungulwane, allowing for both the lodge access transfer and the onward road journey.