Location: South Africa » Kwazulu Natal » Drakensberg » UnderbergekuThuleni Holiday Accommodation Ekuthuleni is situated on a magnificent 80ha farm, bordered by the crystal clear Mzimkulu River with the majestic Southern DrakDescriptionThe area has been nominated a World Heritage Site because of its unique fauna and flora and the richness of its Bushman Rock Art. For nature lovers the mountain or wilderness hikes will be a memorable experience. Birders will enjoy rare sightings unique to this area. Of course there are many more activities at ekuThuleni.
Our comfortable self-catering cottages, spaced apart for privacy, are fully equipped and can sleep from two to eight people. They have magnificent views of the mountains. All you will need to bring is your food, drink and charcoal for the braai.
We pride ourselves in the fact that the majority of visitors to ekuThuleni have either been to stay before, or have come on a recommendation of someone else who has stayed before, which we believe speaks for itself.
We look forward to welcoming you to ekuThuleni, and sharing with you the Southern Drakensberg at it’s absolute best.
ekuThuleni, which in Zulu, means Place of Peace, is exactly that. With only 5 cottages on over 80 hectares of land, one can imagine the amount of space, and peace. Our cottages have been positioned as far apart as practically possible to offer maximum privacy without compromising the superb panoramic views, which in our opinion is what makes ekuThuleni so special.
ekuThuleni is conveniently situated on the Drakensberg Gardens road (tarred), just 12 kms from Underberg, where most supplies and conveniences can be obtained. Lying on the banks of the crystal clear Mzimkulu River with the majestic Southern Drakensberg rising to 3482m as a backdrop, ekuThuleni offers its guests the perfect setting to unwind and enjoy pristine nature at its best. General For nature lovers the mountain or wilderness hikes will be a memorable experience. Birders will enjoy rare sightings unique to this area. Of course there are many more activities at ekuThuleni. Our comfortable self-catering cottages, spaced apart for privacy, are fully equipped and can sleep from two to ten people. They have magnificent views of the mountains. All you will need to bring is your food, drink and charcoal for the braai. We look forward to welcoming you to ekuThuleni, and sharing with you the Southern Drakensberg at it's absolute best. Accommodation All our cottages are fully serviced, self-catering units. All linen/bedding, bath towels and kitchen utensils/crockery and firewood are supplied
Gatehouse has 4 bedrooms, sleeps 10, and is the largest of our cottages. - 1 bedroom with double bed and on suite bathroom (with shower)
- 1 bedroom with 1 single and a bunk bed
- 1 bedroom with double bed
- 1 bedroom with 2 single beds
- 1 separate full bathroom
The cottage has a spacious comfortable lounge area with open jetmaster-type fireplace, fully equipped open-plan kitchen with dining table, electric stove and microwave oven.
TV's are available but only work with your own DSTV smart card. A large covered wooden deck, complete with braai facilities is the perfect setting for a sundowner, giving full panoramic views of ekuThuleni and surrounding areas, with the magnificent Southern Drakensberg Mountains as a backdrop.
Mvuleni has 1 bedroom and an open plan mezzanine sleeping area and is the largest of our thatched cottages, sleeping 7. - 1 bedroom with double bed
- 1 open mezzanine level with
- 1 double and three single beds
- 1 separate full bathroom
The cottage has a very large open-plan lounge and fully equipped kitchen, dining area, jetmaster-type open fireplace, all very charmingly laid out, giving it a laid-back, holiday atmosphere.
TV's are available but only work with your own DSTV smart card. Outside, the cottage is equipped with braai facilities and looks out over ekuThuleni and surrounding areas, with the magnificent Southern Drakensberg Mountains as a backdrop. imPunzi is a large open-plan thatched cottage that sleeps 5. - 2 bedrooms with double bed.
- 1 single bed in lounge
- 1 separate full bathroom
The cottage has a very large open-plan lounge/fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, jetmaster-type open fireplace, all very charmingly laid out, giving it a relaxed, holiday atmosphere.
TV's are available but only work with your own DSTV smart card. > Outside, the cottage has a wooden deck, with braai facilities. It overlooks a small dam where our resident reedbuck can often be spotted coming down for an evening drink.
uMziki is a thatched cottage which sleeps 4 - 1 bedroom with double bed
- 1 double sleeper couch in lounge
- 1 separate full bathroom
Hot water, fridge and cooking facilities utilise gas and the lighting is powered by solar charged batteries. The cottage has a comfortable open-plan lounge/fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, jetmaster-type open fireplace, all together making it a very attractive cosy cottage that you won’t want to leave.
TV's are available but only work with your own DSTV smart card. A covered wooden deck, complete with braai facilities is the perfect setting for those lazy afternoons, overlooking our small dam as well as a full, uninterrupted panoramic view of ekuThuleni and surrounding areas, with the magnificent Southern Drakensberg Mountains as a backdrop.
Orchard cottage sleeps up to 4 persons. - 1 bedroom with a double bed
- 1 bunk bed in lounge
- 1 separate bathroom
The cottage has a comfortable open plan lounge/fully equipped kitchen, dining area, fireplace, all together making it a very attractive cosy cottage that you won’t want to leave. A covered wooden deck, complete with braai facilities is the perfect setting for those lazy afternoons.
TV's are available but only work with your own DSTV smart card. Bed Configuration UNIT TYPE A (Sleeps 8) Room 1 - double Room 2 - bunk Room 3 - twin Room 4 - double UNIT TYPE B (Sleeps 4) Room 1 - double Room 2 - double sleeper couch UNIT TYPE C (Sleeps 7) Room 1 - double Room 2 - double, single, single, single UNIT TYPE D (Sleeps 5) Room 1 - double Room 2 - double Room 3 - single UNIT TYPE E (Sleeps 6) Room 1 - king Room 2 - bunk, single, single UNIT TYPE F (Sleeps 4) Room 1 - double Room 2 - bunk RatesOur rates include activities and equipment required for tubing, fishing and mountain biking (on a first come, first served basis) as well as fire wood for the long cosy winter evenings. RATES 2008 – IN AND OUT OF SEASON | COTTAGE | RATE P.PERSON.P.N | RATE P.CHILD under 12.P.N | MIN. CHARGE COTTAGE / NIGHT | ORCHARD | R195 | R95 | R350 | UMZIKI | R195 | R95 | R350 | IMPUNZI | R195 | R95 | R525 | MVULENI | R195 | R95 | R700 | GATEHOUSE | R195 | R95 | R700 | Children 2 and under no charge MIDWEEK SPECIAL – STAY 4 NIGHTS PAY FOR 3. only out of season, not applicable when there is a public holiday. DISCOUNT GIVEN FOR LARGE GROUPS. |
DirectionsFROM DURBAN
Take N3 out of Durban towards PMB.
Go through PMB.
Go past Hilton exit.
Take Underberg/ Howick exit. (R 617)
Go left towards Underberg.
Go through Boston and Bulwer.
Go through Underberg Town for 2Km.
Take Drakensberg Gardens road to your right.
Drive for 9.2km.
Ekuthuleni sign on Left.- Drive down road to your designated cottage but please notify the office of your arrival
FROM JHB
Head towards PMB
Go through Harrismith
Go through Mooi River
Take Underberg/Howick exit. (R 617)
Go right towards Underberg.
Go through Boston and Bulwer
Go through Underberg Town for 2Km.
Take Drakensberg Gardens road to your right.
Drive for 9.2km.
Ekuthuleni sign on Left- Drive down road to your designated cottage but please notify the office of your arrival |