


Perched on the Alverstone hill with panoramic views of the Assagay Valley is an African style lodge set in log and stone offering serenity, relaxation and warm hospitality. An avenue of grand old trees welcomes you by laying down a carpet of golden Autumn leaves with the changing of the seasons. Set on four acres of beautiful indigenous garden, Kangelani Lodge is towered by giant Aloes reaching into the African sky.
- French is an extra language spoken at Kangelani lodge
- An in-house shuttle service for airport transfers, sporting events or business groups is also available


Reg Num: T3 - 96
Kangelani Lodge is conveniently situated with easy access to the M13 an N3 freeways. We are only 20 minutes from Durban, 30 minutes from PMB and only 5 minutes from Central Hillcrest for all amenities and great dining. This ideal location makes Kangelani Lodge a perfect getaway or business stopover.
Close to:
- Private boarding schools i.e. Kearsney College, St Marys and others in the Highway area.
- Shongweni Polo Club / Hillcrest Rugby Club
- Ideally situated for Comrades, Dusi, Amashova , Hill2Hill mountain bike race etc…
- 24hr private medical centre only 5 minutes away.
- Westmead and Mahogony Ridge Industrial areas
- Emerging business areas of Hammersdale and Cato Ridge
Attractions nearby / things to do:
- Practically on our doorstep is the Alverstone Conservancy with buck, zebra and wilderbeest.
- Valley of a thousand hills.
- Phezulu safari Park/crocodile farm/cultural zulu dancing.
- Tala Game Reserve
- Heritage Dinner Theatre in Hillcrest
- Shongweni Farmers Market
- The Durban Beaches offering a variety of activities such as sailing, angling, diving, kite surfing, microlight, helicopter flips and much more.
- Suncoast Casino in Durban
Directions from Durban International Airport
Travel north along the N2
At the Spaghetti Junction take the N3 towards Pietermaritzburg
Take the M13 Alternate Route after the Pavilion Shopping Centre
Take Exit 33 Assagay, Shongweni, Hillcrest offramp
Turn right onto R103 Assagay Hillcrest
Travel less than half a km then turn left onto the D435 to Alvestone
(Look out for the sign)
Continue up the road (nearly a km) and the 4th road on the right is Sparrow Lane (You will also see a 1000 Hills Tourism sign T3-96). Turn into Sparrow Lane and drive to the end and you will find Kangelani Lodge
Or
Travel North along the N2
At the spaghetti Junction take the N3 towards Pietermaritzburg and continue straight
Go through the Marianhill Toll Plaza (R7.00) and take the next turnoff (Shongweni/Hillcrest/Assagay)
Turn right into the R103 Assagay Hillcrest
Continue on this road, go over the M13 and left onto the D435 to Alverstone (Look out for the sign)
Continue up the road (nearly a km) and the 4th road on the right is Sparrow Lane (You will also see a 1000 Hills Tourism sign T3-96)
Turn into Sparrow Lane and drive to the end and you will find Kangelani Lodge
Directions from Johannesburg
Take the N3 east towards Durban
After Cato Ridge take Exit 35 Hillcrest Durban onto the M13
Take Exit 33 Assagay, Shongweni, Hillcrest offramp
Turn left onto R103 Assagay Hillcrest
Travel less than half a km then turn left onto the D435 to Alvestone (Look out for the sign)
Continue up the road (nearly a km) and the 4th road on the right is Sparrow Lane (You will also see a 1000 Hills Tourism sign T3-96)
Turn into Sparrow Lane and drive to the end and you will find Kangelani Lodge
THE LODGE:
The lodge offers a spacious dining area and cozy lounge, both with fireplaces and open onto a covered verandah overlooking a spectacular indigenous garden.

The outdoor entertainment area boasts :
- A bush boma encircled by aloes and indigenous trees for those chilly nights, wrapped in a blanket around an open fire or enjoy a traditional potjie evening.
- Outside pub with Built in Braai
- Underground Wine Cellar for a unique dining experience (Max. Group of 8)
- Pool for those lazy summer days

We have 5 double rooms all en-suite with their own private entrances:
- Zanzibar and Mombasa rooms: 2 x double room with 2 single beds and shower en-suite situated upstairs with private balconies
- Kariba and Kalahari rooms: 2 x double room with queen beds and full bathroom en-suite leading onto covered verandah
- Serengeti room: 1 x double room with King bed, lounge, full bathroom en-suite with double shower and private outdoor garden shower. Leads onto covered veranda
All rooms have the following facilities:
- Satellite TV (selected channels)
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Lock up safe
- Fan
- Heater
- Bar fridge in Serengeti room only
- All rooms overlook the gardens and have views of the Assagay Valley

Internet access is also available within the lodge.
WEDDINGS / CONFERENCES / PRIVATE FUNCTIONS:
Kangelani Lodge is the perfect setting for a garden wedding or a small intimate wedding in the Lodge.
Conferences of up to 20 people in the Lodge.
Please contact us for more detailed information.

| Single Person Sharing | Single Person | |
| Zanzibar and Mombasa rooms | P.O.A | P.O.A |
| Kariba and Kalahari rooms | P.O.A | P.O.A |
| Serengeti room | P.O.A | P.O.A |
Please enquire about our special rates available for group bookings and extended stays. Rates are subject to change without notice.
These rates include a full English breakfast which is served in the dining room between 6:30am - 9am. “On the go” packed breakfasts are also available as an alternative. A set menu dinner is available on request with prior notice.
CHECK IN TIME: 14H30 - CHECK OUT TIME: 10H30
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Physical Address:
4 Sparrow Lane, Alverstone / Assagay,
HILLCREST, KZN, South Africa
KANGELANI LODGE
Postal Address:
Cluster Box 3240, Assagay
3624, HILLCREST, KZN, South Africa
KANGELANI LODGE
Contact: Stephanie Willows
Cell: 083 6522 961
Tel: +27 31 768 1342
Fax: +27 31 768 1738
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