4 Night Active Adventure

The **Kosi Bay Active Adventure (4-Night Package)** at Utshwayelo Kosi Mouth Lodge is a fully catered, action-packed itinerary designed to experience the estuary, lakes, sand dunes, and culture of Kosi Bay. ### **Package Summary & Pricing** * **Inclusions:** 4 nights accommodation, fully catered meals (breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner), and activities. * **Pricing:** * **Hippo Cabins / Turtle Tents:** ~R6,200 per person sharing * **Luxury Tusker Tents:** ~R8,300 per person sharing *(Kids under 12 sharing: ~R4,500)* ### **Daily Itinerary Overview** #### **Day 1: Arrival & Welcome** * Check-in and settle into your unit. * Welcome dinner followed by an orientation briefing around the bonfire with the camp manager to run through the upcoming activities. #### **Day 2: Cultural Hike, Estuary Kayak & Snorkeling** * **Thonga Fish Traps:** A 2km guided hike down to the Kosi Bay Estuary to learn about the historic 700-year-old Tsonga fish traps. * **Kayak Safari:** Paddle through the calm estuary and hidden waterways like Khalo Inlet. * **Snorkeling at the Mouth:** Walk to Kosi Bay Mouth for snorkeling in the "aquarium" and relaxation on the beach. * Dinner and bonfire back at the lodge. #### **Day 3: 5-Biome Trek, Dune Hike & Private Beach** * **Guided Nature Hike (~13 km / 4–5 hours):** Circular trail exploring Kosi Bay’s 5 distinct natural biomes. * **Dune Climb & Beach:** Climb a 65-meter sand dune for panoramic views toward Mozambique, descending onto a secluded beach leading back to Kosi Mouth. * Return to the lodge for pool time and dinner. #### **Day 4: 3-Lake Boat Safari & Raffia Palm Forest** * **Self-Drive to Lake 3:** Short drive to the boat launch site at Ezemvelo Camp. * **Pontoon Boat Cruise:** Explore the interconnected Kosi Bay lake system and channels to spot hippos, fish, and coastal birds. * **Raffia Forest Walk:** Disembark at the top of Lake 3 for a guided walk through the famous Raffia Palm forest (home to the rare Palm-Nut Vulture). * Afternoon at leisure by the pool or estuary, followed by a farewell dinner. #### **Day 5: Departure** * Final breakfast at the lodge before checking out. ---