Rockwood Forest Lodge

Rockwood Forest Lodge, accommodation in Howick

Contact Details

Cindy

+27 (0)31 303 5162
fax

+27 (0)31 312 4872
Cell

+27 (0)84 602 9207

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Description

There are currently two self-catering, fully serviced, luxury Lodges open to the public:

Lodge 1 is located on the banks of a stream within the forest and is electrified.

Lodge 4, about 20 min from Lodge 1, is located on the edge of a natural clearing in the forest. Due to its remote location, it makes use of solar power for lighting and gas for all other requirements.

Rates

From R320.00p.p.p.n. incl. VAT
Over certain weekends and public holidays a minimum 2 night stay might be required.
Children under 12 sharing with adults – 50% of adult rate.

Directions

There are currently only temporary signs to Rockwood Forest Lodge. We are awaiting for approvals for our signage from various authorities. In the interim, please follow these directions carefully. Driving time is about 1hr 15 min from Durban and 4hr from Johannesburg. Four-wheel-drive would be useful, but it is not essential. Rockwood Forest Lodge – Unit 1 * N3 to Howick from Durban or Johannesburg * From Durban, take Exit 103, Howick/Midmar and head into Howick central * From Johannesburg take Exit 107, Howick (North)/ Tweedie and head into Howick central * Take Karkloof/Rietvlei road from centre of Howick (near the BP) * After 13 kms, turn left to Currys Post * After 3.5 kms, right along D815. Follow signs to Rockwood Forest Lodge. * After 4.3 kms, take left fork and cross drift * After 2.3 kms, take right fork * Carry on for 1.5 kms * If gate is chained/locked, combination is "315" * To get to Karkloof Canopy Tour, return to tar road and turn left. Follow signs. (About 20 min.) Rockwood Forest Lodge – Unit 4 * N3 to Howick from Durban or Johannesburg * From Durban, take Exit 103, Howick/Midmar and head into Howick central * From Johannesburg take Exit 107, Howick (North)/ Tweedie and head into Howick central * Take Karkloof/Rietvlei road from centre of Howick (near the BP) * After about 17 kms, take turn to left to “Karkloof Canopy Tour” * Follow Karkloof Canopy Tour signs until you see signs to Leopards Bush. * Follow signs to Leopards Bush up steep hill for about 2km. * After passing through gate near top of hill, carry on for about 200m and then turn right at intersection. Wind your way for about 300m through forest and clearing to Lodge. * If gate is locked, combination is “315” * To get to “Karkloof Canopy Tour” go back down steep hill for 2 kms and turn left at the bottom. (About 5 min.) By Air The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg (Oribi). There are regular scheduled flights between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg. By road, Pietermaritzburg is approximately 35 minutes away. Alternatively, Durban International is about 1 hr 15 minutes by road. Airport transfers can be arranged on request. * Durban – Rockwood – Durban R500 for up to 3 people * Pmb – Rockwood – Pmb R250 for up to 3 people By Helicopter Heli transfers and scenic tours can be arranged on request.