SA Insight

04/07/2026

Is July a good time to visit St Lucia?

For travellers who enjoy mild winter days, peaceful mornings and unhurried outdoor adventures, winter is a wonderful time to visit.

Start the morning slowly at Ingwenya Lodge, explore the estuary or iSimangaliso, and end the day in the comfort of your own self-catering unit.

Plan your winter stay:
https://www.ingwenyalodge.co.za/best-weather-in-winter-at-ingwenya-lodge/

For enquiries or bookings, contact Madeleine:
Phone: 072 172 2119
Email: [[email protected]]
Website: https://www.ingwenyalodge.co.za/

06/01/2026

Bellevue’s Brilliant Year

Some years leave a mark.
2025 changed everything.

From the birth of lion cubs on our land for the first time in over a century, to the release of Tswale the elephant into freedom after 36 years in captivity – this was a year of restoration, courage, and belief.

It was the year Bellevue grew – with new Family Safari Tents, a shared Barn & Boma space built around fire and food, and the honour of hosting a G20 Summit event right here in the Eastern Cape.

And we closed the year fully off-grid – powered by the sun and guided by responsibility.

This is why we do what we do.
For the land. For the wildlife. For future generations.

Take a moment to read the full story of Bellevue’s remarkable year:
👉 https://bellevueforest.co.za/bellevues-brilliant-year/

The forest is alive.
The future is wild.

22/12/2025

Still planning a summer break?

January in St Lucia is warm, relaxed, and easier to enjoy.

January in St Lucia – When Summer Slows Down

December may be busy, but January is when St Lucia becomes easy to enjoy. Warm weather, fewer crowds, and space to explore the coast, the estuary, and iSimangaliso at your own pace. For South Africans with leave left on the calendar, January offers a self-catering holiday that actually feels like a break.

Read more: https://www.ingwenyalodge.co.za/january-holiday-st-lucia-self-catering/