Bird watching at iNsingizi
Take the bait on iNsingizi’s four well-stocked dams
Fishing at any of our 4 dams is booked for iNsingizi guests only.
We do not provide or rent fishing equipment, so please bring your own rod and bait.
We have 17 recorded animal species at iNsingizi Lodge & Spa
Set in 350 hectares of unspoilt African bushveld, 831m above sea level, iNsingizi Lodge & Spa boasts a rich biodiversity within a compact area, enabling guests to view diverse game and birdlife at close quarters.
Up to 17 recorded animal species call iNsingizi home, amid varied topography and ecosystems/vegetation zones, ranging from cliff escarpments and flat plains to deep krantzes and ravines; and grasslands and scrub through to dense bush and woody glens.
| Apalis Bar-throated apalis Yellow-breasted apalis | Barbet Black-collared barbet Red-fronted Tinkerbird Crested barbet | Batis Cape batis Chin spot batis | Bee-Eaters Little bee-eater |
| Bishop Southern red bishop | Boubou Southern boubou | Bulbul Dark-capped bulbul Sombre greenbul Terrestrial brownbul Yellow-Bellied greenbul | Bunting Golden-Breasted bunting |
| Bush Shrike Grey-Headed bush shrike Orange-breasted bush shrike | Buzzard Forest buzzard Jackal buzzard Steppe buzzard | Camaroptera Green-backed camaroptera | Canary Brimstone canary Cape canary Forest canary Streaky-headed canary Yellow-fronted canary |
| Cape White-Eye | Chats African stone chat Mocking Cliff chat | Cisticola Levaillants cisticola Neddicky Rattling cisticola Zitting cisticola | Cormorants African darter Reed cormorant White breasted cormorant |
| Coucal Burchell’s coucal | Cranes Grey-crowned (crested) crane | Cuckoo Black cuckoo Common cuckoo Diederik cuckoo Jacobin cuckoo Klaas’s cuckoo Red-chested cuckoo | Cuckooshrike Black cuckooshrike Grey cuckooshrike |
| Doves Laughing dove Lemon dove Namaqua dove Red-eyed dove Tambourine dove | Dove & Pigeon Ring-necked dove Emerald-spotted wood dove | Drongo Fork-tailed drongo | Duck & Geese African black duck White-faced whistling duck White-backed duck Yellow-billed duck Egyptian goose Spur-winged goose |
| Eagles African crowned eagle African fish eagle Long-crested eagle Martial eagle | Eastern Nicator | Egret Western Cattle egret Great egret Little egret | Falcon Lanner falcon Peregrine falcon |
| Firefinch African firefinch Red-billed firefinch | Flufftail Buff-Spotted flufftail Red-chested Flufftail | Flycatchers African dusky-flycatcher African paradise-flycatcher Ashy flycatcher Blue-mantled crested-flycatcher Southern black-flycatcher | Francolin & Spurfowl Coqui francolin Natal spurfowl Shelley’s francolin Swainson’s spurfowl Red-necked Spurfowl |
| Grebe Little grebe | Guineafowl Helmeted guineafowl | Harrier African marsh-harrier | Hawks African goshawk African Harrier-hawk Black sparrowhawk Little sparrowhawk |
| Heron Black-headed heron Striated heron Grey heron Purple heron Hamerkop | Hoopoe African hoopoe Common scimitar bill Green wood-hoopoe | Hornbill Crowned hornbill Southern ground-hornbill | Indigobird Dusky indigobird Village indigobird |
| Kestrels Rock kestrel | Kingfisher African pygmy-kingfisher Brown-hooded kingfisher Giant kingfisher Malachite kingfisher Pied kingfisher | Kites Black-winged kite Yellow-billed kite | Lapwing African wattled lapwing Blacksmith lapwing Crowned lapwing Black-winged lapwing |
| Longclaw Yellow-throated longclaw | Mannikin Bronze mannikin Red-Backed mannikin | Martin Brown-throated martin Sand martin Rock Martin | Mousebird Red-Faced mousebird Speckled mousebird |
| Narina Trogon | Nightjar Fiery-necked nightjar | Oriole Black-headed oriole | Ostrich Common ostrich |
| Owl Cape eagle-owl Spotted eagle owl | Pigeon African-green pigeon African-olive pigeon Speckled pigeon | Pipit African pipit Striped pipit Plain-backed pipit | Plover Three-banded plover |
| Prinia Tawny-flanked Prinia | Puffback Black-Backed puffback | Quail Common quail Kurrichane button quail | Robin Chats Cape robin chat Red-capped robin chat White-browed scrub robin |
| Roller European roller | Sparrow Cape sparrow House sparrow Southern grey-headed sparrow Yellow-throated Bush sparrow | Spotted Thick-Knee (Dikkop | Starling Black-Bellied starling Cape starling Common myna (Indian myna) Red-winged starling Violet-backed starling Wattled starling |
| Stork African openbill African spoonbill White stork Woolly-necked stork | Sunbirds Amethyst sunbird Collared sunbird Greater doubled collared sunbird Malachite sunbird Olive sunbird Scarlet-chest sunbird Southern doubled collared sunbird White-Bellied sunbird | Swallow Barn swallow Lesser-striped swallow White-throated swallow Wire-tailed swallow | Swift African-palm swift Common swift Little swift |
| Thrush Cape rock thrush Kurrichane thrush Olive thrush | Tit South black tit | Tshagra Black-crowned Tchagra | Turaco Knysna turaco Purple-crested turaco |
| Wagtail African pied wagtail Cape wagtail | Warbler African Yellow warbler Little rush-warbler Willow warbler Cape Grassbird Yellow-throated woodland warbler Barratt's warbler | Water Birds African jacana African purple swamphen Black crake Common moorhen Red-Knobbed coot | Waxbill Blue waxbill Common waxbill Grey waxbill Swee waxbill |
| Weavers Cape weaver Dark-backed weaver Spectacled weaver Thick-billed weaver Eastern Golden weaver | Widowbird Red-collared widowbird White-winged widowbird Pintailed whydah Fan-tailed widowbird | Woodpeckers Cardinal woodpecker Golden-tailed woodpecker Olive woodpecker Red-throated wryneck |
| Option 1 R 700 PP Includes welcome drink, tea, coffee and fruit mince pie Starter Choices - Turkey cigars with cranberry dipping sauce - Coconut mango chicken wings on spiced potato salad - Chicken liver pate with spiced fruit chutney and bruschetta - Zucchini rosti topped with salmon mousse and corn and avo salsa Main Choices - Honey and ginger glazed gamon - Slow roasted leg of lamb - Oven baked chicken with homemade stuffing - Beef fillet with sherry cream sauce All above served with seasonal veggies, roast potatoes and Yorkshire puddings Dessert Choices - Chocolate eton mess - Gin and tonic cheese cake - Sticky toffee pudding with custard R60pp extra for festive cheer | Option 2 R550 pp Includes welcome drink, tea, coffee and fruit mince pie Braai Menu (Choice of 3 meats) - Beef fillet, wors , chicken pieces, lamb chops, pork chops - iNsingizi garden salad - Potato bake or potato salad - Garlic bread or caprese flat bread Choice of one dessert - PS tart - Chocolate brownies and ice cream - Ice cream bar R60pp extra for festive cheer | Option 3 R1400 pp Includes welcome drink, tea, coffee and fruit mince pies, 45 min spa massage and snack Snack options (Choose 1 option) - Bruschetta - topped with chicken liver pate and onion marmalade - topped with avo cream and smoked salmon - Selection of samosas, spring rolls and chicken wings - Selection of muffins, scones and cupcake Harvest Table - Roasted chicken flatties and grilled beef fillet - Brie, cheddar and cream cheese - Green Garden Salad (peas, baby spinach, cucumber, rocket, green beans and broccoli ) - Tomato and basil salad - Preserves, fresh fruit and veggie platter with hummus - New potato salad - Sourdough bread Dessert Black Forest trifle (mini individual) R60pp extra for festive cheer |
| Breakfast Amandla Breakfast R160pp | Lunch Picnic Lunch (custom make your picnic) R650 per couple Light Lunch (2 course) R150.00pp Pub Grub (2 course) Please contact us directly to enquire about meal options. | Dinner Uhambo Dinner (3 Course) R380pp |
| OPTION A | OPTION B | OPTION C | OPTION D | OPTION E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridal couple only | Bridal couple & 4 guests | Bridal couple & 8 guests | Bridal couple & 16 guests | Bridal couple & 20 guests | |
| 1 bottle JC Le Roux | 1 bottle JC Le Roux | 3 bottles JC Le Roux | 5 bottles JC Le Roux | 7 bottles JC Le Roux | |
| Midweek | R5 500 | R6 500 | R8 000 | R11 500 | R14 000 |
| Weekend / Public Holiday | R6 500 | R7 500 | R9 000 | R12 500 | R15 000 |
| Rates Bed & Breakfast: R1100 per person Dinner Bed & Breakfast: R1400 per person Fullboard: R1700 per person ** Plus R200 surcharge for single person occupancy | Amenities Bathroom Amenities Shower only Single vanity Ceiling fan Heater Hair dryer Coffee/Tea station Veranda Electric blankets Sleeps 4 2 x Single beds 1 x Bunk bed |
 | Rates Bed & Breakfast: R1100 per person Dinner Bed & Breakfast: R1400 per person Fullboard: R1700 per person ** Plus R200 surcharge for single person occupancy | Amenities Bathroom Amenities Double shower only Single vanity Ceiling fan Heater Hair dryer Coffee/Tea station Veranda Electric blankets 1 x King bed |
 | Rates Bed & Breakfast: R1300 per person Dinner Bed & Breakfast: R1600 per person Fullboard: R1900 per person ** Plus R200 surcharge for single person occupancy | Amenities Bathroom Amenities Double shower Bath Outdoor shower Double vanity Hair dryer Coffee/Tea station Veranda Electric blankets 1 x King bed |
 | Rates Bed & Breakfast: R1300 per person Dinner Bed & Breakfast: R1600 per person Fullboard: R1900 per person ** Plus R200 surcharge for single person occupancy | Amenities Bathroom amenities Double shower Bath Outdoor shower Double vanity Air-conditioner/Heater unit Hair dryer Coffee/Tea station Veranda Electric blankets 1 x King bed |
 | Rates 1-8 pax: R500 per person |
 | Rates Bed & Breakfast: R1100 per person Dinner Bed & Breakfast: R1400 per person Fullboard: R1700 per person ** Plus R200 surcharge for single person occupancy | Amenities Bathroom amenities Ceiling fan Coffee/Tea maker Hairdryer Balcony Shower only Electric blankets 4 x Single beds |
Includes 90min of treatments, a two-course lunch and one drink.
R1400 per person
Ubuntu Facials
Treat your skin with kindness and nurture it with natural goodness in these massage filled hands on facials.
Detox your skin to restore its natural balance , using fruit enzymes and sugar cane extract to speed up healing.
Replenish dull, tired and dehydrated skin with this nutrient rich facial. Using Marula oil full of antioxidants and omega to regenerate the skin.
Ngyibonga Massages
Be grateful to your body and give it what it deserves
Healing hands massage the whole body for an overall stress relief.
A Massage designed to relieve all these tension areas.
Options ... add Hot river stones to the above massage treatments – R50
A full body scrub to detox and refresh tired skin.
A soak , scrub and heavenly massage.
A scrub and massage to nourish and relax dry hardworking hands.
Aromatherapy Body Cocoon 90min
Invigorate the body and mind with these unique and one of a kind treatments. Be alive and get back in touch with your body.
iNsingizi Signature Treatment 90min
An all in one experience to hi-light all that is natural and healing at iNsingizi. Foot and back scrub, nourish and massage, hot stones, as well as a mini facial.
Includes a 45min individual treatment, a two-course lunch and one drink.
R850 per person
Ubuntu Facials
Treat your skin with kindness and nurture it with natural goodness in these massage filled hands on facials.
Detox your skin to restore its natural balance , using fruit enzymes and sugar cane extract to speed up healing.
Replenish dull, tired and dehydrated skin with this nutrient rich facial. Using Marula oil full of antioxidants and omega to regenerate the skin.
Ngyibonga Massages
Be grateful to your body and give it what it deserves.
Body
Healing hands massage the whole body for an overall stress relief.
A Massage designed to relieve all these tension areas.
Options ... add Hot river stones to the above massage treatments – R50
A full body scrub to detox and refresh tired skin.
Hands & Feet
A soak , scrub and heavenly massage.
A scrub and massage to nourish and relax dry hardworking hands.
Using products formulated specifically to treat moms and keep baby safe enjoy the relief for your tired legs and the relief of the back, neck and scalp massage in our comfortable massage chairs to keep you and baby comfy and at peace of mind.
R1000.00
Power .. Pause and reset, this quick fix Spa package will leave you feeling empowered and rejuvenated. With our, one of a kind iNsingizi Signature treatment which includes attention to back, feet and face, as well as our Hand & Arm treatment. Your whole body will feel new. This package includes a light lunch, refreshments between treatments and the following Spa treatments.
Choose to UPGRADE your package to add on our Scenic soak R200
R2000
Upon arriving, you’ll be greeted by our friendly staff with a delightful breakfast snack. The day’s menu entirely depends on the journey you’ve chosen ~ relaxing or energising.
After breakfast, you’ll move on to a glorious 45 min destress massage, followed by an Esse facial. The aromas you’ll be treated to will depend on your chosen journey.
The day continues with a thoughtfully prepared lunch made using the finest ingredients and utmost care. Like your breakfast, your lunch will be tailored to the journey you picked.
Move down to our treatment room with panoramic views of the valley below for two and a half hours of the ultimate full body experience, followed by a scenic soak.
R3300 per person
Upon arriving, you’ll be greeted by our friendly staff with a delightful breakfast snack. The day’s menu entirely depends on the journey you’ve chosen ~ relaxing or energising.
After breakfast, you’ll move on to a glorious 45 min destress massage, followed by an Esse facial. The aromas you’ll be treated to will depend on your chosen journey.
The day continues with a thoughtfully prepared lunch made using the finest ingredients and utmost care. Like your breakfast, your lunch will be tailored to the journey you picked.
Move down to our treatment room with panoramic views of the valley below for two and a half hours of the ultimate full body experience, followed by a scenic soak.
As evening falls, enjoy a delectable two-course dinner before retiring to your comfortable accommodation.
In the morning, wake to the melodic birdsong and treat yourself to one final meal before venturing on your journey home.
R4400 per person
Usuku Package (Day Spa)
This package includes a light lunch, refreshments between treatments and the following Spa treatments:
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast for 1 night
iNsingizi Signature Treatment 90min
Hand & Arm Treatment 45min
Choose to UPGRADE your package to add on our Scenic soak R200
R3200pp
Ukuhwalala Package (Night Spa)
This package includes refreshments between treatments and the following Spa treatments:
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast for 1 night
iNsingizi Signature Treatment 90min
Hand & Arm Treatment 45min
Choose to UPGRADE your package to add on our Scenic soak R200
R3000pp
We are one Enjoy the romance of a few nights unity with your partner enjoying all the activities available at iNsingizi in a shared experience. Couples spa treatments together and our amazing honeymoon suite sets the perfect scene for a memorable retreat.
R7 500 per couple
Add a Romantic Hamper for an additional R300 per couple.
To make things simpler we have a couple of options for you to choose from.
The prices below also include tea, coffee and a glass of bubbly/orange juice on arrival.
Choose 8 from the list at R110pp
Choose 10 from the list at R130pp
Choose 12 from the list at R170pp
Minimum of 6 people, Booking essential.
