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There is a wide variety of game roaming the farm, including; Zebra, Nyala,
Kudu, Impala, Blesbuck, Bushbuck, Duiker, Blue Wildebeest, Red Hartebeest,
Giraffe, Elephant, Ostrich, Guinea Fowl, Warthog, Porcupine, Aardvark, Baboon,
Jackal, Hyena, Leopard, Several. a variety of reptiles and over 100 bird
species.
There are six separate en-suite bamboo, thatched bungalows, which are fully
serviced and come fully equipped with linen and towels. There is no
electricity, the camp is run on generators.
There is a separate open plan, fully equipped, kitchen and dining room, as
well as another area containing a cash bar, dining and comfortable lounge
area. Meals in the African bush can also be arranged.
Room facilities include: safes, tea/coffee, soap and telephone.
Services available to guests include: a cash bar, covered parking,
conference facilities and laundry and ironing. Children are welcome and cots
are available. Pets are welcome.
Game
Viewing:
The abundant plains game and extensive variety, from Elephant to Wildebeest,
Zebra to Aardvark, Warthog to Kudu, Nyala and Impala provide the visitor with
an encounter round every corner. The abundant water on the property ensures
that the vegetation is usually lush and plentiful, an ideal environment for
the breeding of these herds on our pristine hills and valleys. Whilst the
Elephant are shy and elusive, the antelope are well-used to the proximity of
humans and are present in large numbers.
Birders
will enthuse about the plentiful array of plumed friends in this wide range of
habitats, from Riverine forest to open Savannah, Thorn Scrublands to Dense
Thickets.
Viewing
our the wildlife can be done on foot, as Wilderness Trail & Hiking
experience, by Quadbike, Mountain Bike, with 4x4 vehicles or on Horseback.
River-Rafting
and Canoeing:
The mighty Thukela River winds its way through deep gorges and there are
rapids aplenty, when the river is full. There are specially trained
tour-guides available for these activities, providing that you have booked in
advance.
Bird
watching:
Birders will delight in the superb range of habitat in this 3600Ha enclave.
There are well over 250 species here and the viewing depends on the season,
the patience of the birder and the location chosen. The Riverine forests and
open scrublands offer a wide array of possibilities. The plentiful water and
the lush vegetation ensure a constant presence of the endemic species to this
area. Bring
your Roberts and your 7x50's!
Horse
riding Trails:
English Tack is on offer here at Kusa Kusa -or bring your own is also OK.
Guided Trails or self-Guided are both acceptable. We have a number of horses
here on the property and can bring in extra for large parties, on request.
Quadbike
Trails:
We have a number of Timber Wolf Quads at the Kusa Kusa Lodge, for hire. Or you
could bring your own if you prefer. Riders are requested to be proficient and
in position of suitable safety equipment - a limited stock is available for
hire.
4X4
Rugged trails:
The "roads" at "Kusa Kusa" are not for sissies! Kusa
Kusa is determined that this will remain a piece of "Rugged Africa"
and the roads and tracks are not suited to normal sedan car use. A 4x4
or high-clearance off-road vehicle is required to access the more remote
parts of this portion of the Biosphere, the River Camp and the San art
gallery, in particular.
Hiking
& Wilderness Trails:
Those visitors and guests wishing to trek or hike on foot are welcome. The
lodge can assist with the preparation of packed picnic lunches or we could
meet you at a designated picnic spot for refreshments/picnic/ sundowners etc
by arrangement. The Elephants are not tame! These are wild animals, so hikers
should take care.
Fly-in
Safaris:
There are airstrips at nearby Weenen and at Colenso for those wishing to fly
in with light aircraft, or Microlight fly-ins can be arranged and catered for
and of course helicopter fly-ins are no problem. By arrangement, we can fetch
you from either of the above airstrips and transport you to the Lodge or River
Camp as you prefer.
Photo-Safaris:
Photographers will find Kusa Kusa a delight. The varying scenery, fauna and
flora provide excellent nature-photo opportunities. And remember - A river
runs through it!
Access to Kusa Kusa Safari Camp:
The main access road coming in from Colenso is in good condition and can be
used, most of the time, by 2wheel-drive vehicles to get to the main Lodge. The
rest of the trails and tracks are for the more intrepid traveller, suing a
rugged vehicle, suited to the task. This keeps down the numbers and volume of
vehicular traffic and ensures that the reserve remains as nearly pristine as
we can keep it.
When travelling around this pristine piece of Africa,
please do not litter leave only footprints behind!
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