It wasn’t long before they received their first guests. The chalets were named Inyati (meaning “buffalo”) and Bhejane (meaning “rhino”) in the Zulu language.
The name Elephant Walk Retreat seemed fitting because the area itself is a much-loved spot for magnificent herds of elephants, sometimes numbering over 200, that visit daily for a drink. The youngsters love to play among the reeds, while the adults spend the hot, sunny days taking a dip in the river.
The elephants are so at peace that they come right up to the fence line at times, too.
Over the years, Elephant Walk Retreat has continued to expand, featuring a total of 4 chalets, 5 log cabins, and a large, always inviting swimming pool. The aim has always been to keep the lodge intimate and exclusive for its guests.
Mike and Stephanie created Elephant Walk Retreat as a haven for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and experience the magic of the Kruger National Park, exclusively.
Elephant Walk Retreat’s catch-phrase, “Rest, Relax, Return”, which was coined by Stephanie’s late mother, and sums up the guest experience perfectly.
For over 50 years, four generations of family have called Elephant Walk home.