A new wonderfull spa retreat opens in South African valley
September 17, 2008 | Category: What's New in the Hotel Industry ? | No comment
INTRODUCING KARKLOOF SPA
Karkloof Spa is a haven of vast African spaces and intimate exclusivity. Personalized on every level and complemented with unfailing luxury and impeccable standards, Karkloof Spa is enhanced with the big heart of African sensibility and will capture your senses and embrace every aspect of a relaxing journey to complete restoration and wellness.
Superbly located just 24kms from Pietermaritzburg, in KwaZulu Natal’s midlands within easy reach of all major South African tourism route, the property comprises a luxuriously spacious boutique lodge, boasting 16 individually decorated villas; all of which feature spacious bathrooms with double baths, modern conveniences, satellite TV, complimentary internet access, under floor heating, air conditioning, complimentary mini bars and espresso machines. Furthermore, the property includes an expansive world-class Spa and 3500 hectares of beautiful terrain abundant with wildlife, offering a variety of unforgettable experiences.
Essentially the focus of Karkloof Spa is the unparalleled “green” spa and wellness centre where one can own your own time. Every aspect of life at Karkloof Spa is to be enjoyed at your own leisure – dine when it suits you, indulge in our Spa journeys or explore the landscape at your own leisure.
The spa features 17 generous, airy treatment rooms, all with wonderful views over native bush (two of which are couples rooms), a 4 Chair Manicure/Pedicure room, Rassoul, Flotation Tank, Kneip Pools, Jacuzzi, Sauna and Steam rooms. The eco-design incorporates natural materials with thatch and living roofs (soil and planting on top where small animals can graze). All therapists have been handpicked for their talents and the choice of Spa product is Pevonia which is internationally acclaimed and a member of the American Organic association.
Karkloof Spa is a place where one can escape from time and surrender to nature’s bespoke offerings whilst indulging in a Spa styled pedicure while zebra nuzzle the nearby grasses or lose one’s self in an intuitive massage that is literally on-the-rocks. Five signature Spa journeys have been uniquely created to uplift, revitalize and recharge ensuring complete renewal of body, mind and soul in this leading African destination Spa.
Activities on the property are diverse and endless and to be enjoyed at one’s own leisure. They include walking, hiking, mountain biking, game viewing, birding, indulging in our Spa journeys or just relaxing in your own secret spot.
Disease free buffalo and black and white rhino roam on this beautiful piece of land, as well as various small carnivores, numerous antelope species, zebra, giraffe and wildebeest. The property is spectacular and nestles amongst the cinematic splendour of the Karkloof Valley. There are 5 waterfalls, various dams and three rivers located all within its confines. The landscape and vegetation is varied; mist belt forests and thickets, open plains and riverine valleys contribute to a sense of peace and restoration.
For more Information please visit KARKLOOF SPA’s Website

