Weddings at Karkloof
Are you searching for your dream game lodge wedding venue in South Africa?
Welcome.
We’re so glad you’re here.
Get married under the wide, African sky
Every love story is unique, and your wedding day is its full, most beautiful expression. What better backdrop for this celebration of your love, in the way only you have dreamt it, than an exclusive, private game reserve in KZN’s scenic Karkloof Valley?
The entire lodge and beautiful reserve are yours for the weekend. The details are yours to imagine – and our joy to bring to life.
Get ready in the comfortable luxury of spacious villas, positioned thoughtfully to give each guest their privacy – and views of the African bush from their wide deck.
Say your promises surrounded by nature, feeling love – and life – thrum around you in that magic way unique to the bushveld.
Celebrate your union – part of a long tradition of marriages, but so specific to you as a couple – in our elegant lodge, spilling out onto a sprawling deck. Dance into the night under twinkling lights mirrored by the star-flecked skies above.
Tell us your safari wedding venue dreams…
What ceremony site options are there at Karkloof?
Whether it’s our gorgeous lodge deck, a clearing on a scenic ridge overlooking the bush, or a tranquil setting at an exquisite dam – you are welcome to choose any spot on the reserve that feels right to you for your ceremony.
How many wedding guests can the venue hold?
Weddings at Karkloof can include up to 100 guests.
How many guests can the venue accommodate overnight?
Our 16 luxurious villas can accommodate up to 32 guests, and there are additional accommodation options in the surrounding area.
Can we have our rehearsal dinner here? What about a morning-after mimosa brunch?
Absolutely! The lodge is yours for the weekend.
What's your weather contingency plan for outdoor spaces?
Our spacious lodge building is versatile and elegant, and a perfect plan B venue if needed (if not already plan A!).
Do you have an in-house caterer or a list of preferred caterers, or do I need to provide my own?
We have a list of handpicked caterers for you to choose from, catering to every dietary requirement.
Do you offer on-site coordination?
You have the option to include on-site coordination in your package – you’ll be working with an exceptional team, experienced in making you feel held throughout your special day.
Alternatively, you are welcome to book your own coordinator!