The magical Umngazi Hotel & Spa is a hidden gem on The Wild Coast – South Africa’s most spectacular & yet least touristy region with its rocky coastline, indigenous forests, secluded coves and many river mouths. Umngazi has all of this natural beauty on its doorstep as well as being an award-winning resort & spa.
The thatch-roofed accommodation at the resort is perfectly situated amongst the indigenous gardens which provide the ideal setting for a totally relaxed and unforgettable honeymoon.
At Umngazi, you will never go hungry with 3 wholesome and delicious meals included in the daily rate. The hotel boasts two magical private dining venues for guests to delight in quality time and a delicious meal with their loved one.
While staying at Umngazi there are a number of activities to choose from including kayaking, SUPing, a game of tennis, a workout in the gym, enjoying the mountain biking routes (available on Garmin), running and hiking trails as well as going on guided hikes which include visits to the local community as well as the indigenous mangrove ecosystem. The afternoon river cruise is a delight and a firm favourite among the guests.
Umngazi orchestrates unforgettable romantic honeymoons and has earned a reputation as one of South Africa’s premier romantic destinations. Special Honeymoon Bungalows have been designed to provide privacy and added pampering, while our spectacular Spa provides idyllic romantic treatments for two. The dedicated and experienced therapists use imported and locally made body products to ensure guests leave feeling relaxed, pampered and rejuvenated.
The Umngazi Uthando Honeymoon package, which is available Out of Season, offers a value for money 3 or 5 day stay at Umngazi. The package cost includes the accommodation, 3 meals per day, a private dinner in the Gazebo or Green Door Cellar, a couple’s spa treatment and gift, a bottle of bubbles and a river cruise.
During the out of season periods, Umngazi are able to create intimate and memorable weddings for up to 50 people. The Bride and Groom can either exchange vows on the riverfront with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, Xhosa huts and setting sun or choose to say “I do” on a stretch of unspoiled eye-catching coastline unique to South Africa.
Weekly fly-in packages are available Friday to Friday from Virginia Airport, Durban where you will fly at 500 feet above sea level along the beautiful coastline – a wonderful way to start your honeymoon. SAA Airlink offers flights from Johannesburg to Mthatha.
To find out more about this truly memorable destination please contact Umngazi Hotel & Spa e: requests@umngazi.co.za t: (047) 564 1115/6/8/9 or w: www.umngazi.co.za
