Mudlark Riverfront Lodge

Explore where the Indian Ocean and the Breede River meet.

Experience the uniqueness of being surrounded by river, mountains and fynbos.

This is the Mudlark Riverfront Lodge, place of beauty peace and comfort.

Experience a soul rejuvenating getaway in the serenity and seclusion of the Mudlark Lodge, only 3 hours from Cape Town. The lodge is situated on a 22 hectare property, part of the Lower Breede River Conservancy and nestles on the river bank about 2 kilometers from the tiny villages of Witsand and Infanta both situated on the opposite bank of the river mouth.

This situation is unique in that no other habitation can be seen and the lodge has magnificent views up and down the estuary. The lodge faces north and is protected from the prevailing sea breezes. The lodge is surrounded by fynbos on three sides and the river in front.

The Mudlark River Front Lodge offers exclusivity to residing guests, with individually decorated private rooms. Our menu is renowned for its excellence using products sourced fresh from the sea, river and surrounding farms. Mudlark River Front Lodge is a perfect location for relaxing and exploring the Overberg area.

Some of the main attractions in the Breede River Estuary are:- This is one of the best whale watching areas in the South Africa, known as the " Whale nursery of South Africa". Whales swim close to the cliffs at Cape Infanta and seem to be within touching distance (130 whales during the 2005 census). The Breede River is a fishing hot-spot with Kob of up to 50kg, Spotted Grunter, and Garrick up to 12kg regularly caught. As the angling is so good the Breede River is known as the "Home of the Big Kob". De Hoop Marine Reserve a World Heritage Site is our neighbour.

An amazing 196 bird species can be found around the lodge, river bank, and coast. This area is also part of the Cape Floral Kingdom with hundreds of varieties of fynbos and renosterveld. There are various stunning walks and activities on the Breede River i.e horse riding, skiing, diving, surfing and sunset cruises.

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Mudlark Riverfront lodge exudes a welcoming and friendly atmosphere and consists of a central timber lodge containing the entertainment and dining areas. The bedrooms are situated on both sides of the lodge and the communal dining area overlooks the river so it is breakfast with a view.

There is a large comfortable lounge with a fireplace for those chilly winter evenings and DSTV is provided. There is also a relaxing lounge with river views and its friendly fisherman's bar where one can spend the evening in the company of new found friends leads out on to a large covered timber leisure deck with exceptional views where one can laze the day away bird spotting or watching the happenings on the river or enjoy sundowners as one watches the firey sun dip behind the Potberg mountain.

With accomodation for a maximum of ten guests this is really getting away from the crowds All our double rooms are also off timber construction have beautiful panoramic views of the estuary and the surrounding fynbos our five en suite bedrooms are thoughtfully decorated; some with private balconies. All have en suite bathrooms heaters and fans and separate entrances.

All rooms are very comfortable.

We have two twin bedded, two double and one family room.

Enjoy a hearty home cooked English Farmhouse Breakfast and a three course dinner featuring local fare harvested from both the river and the ocean. Traditional specialities include oysters, fresh line fish, calamari and ostrich.

Lunch is available if requested. Hilary our chef and owner was trained in England and specialises in country cuisine. She was the top chef in the Overberg Chef of the Year 2000 competition (Guesthouse Category).

Traditional braais (barbeque) are sometimes done alfresco on the deck. Meals are taken in the communal dining room. If you are one for a day picnic lunches can be arranged.
Great hospitality and individual service is what guests experience far away from home.

Mudlark River Front Lodge offers chartered cruises.

Whether it's the excitement of deep sea fishing or a leisurely sundowner cruise along the estuary you are after we can cater for your needs. We offer both river and ocean excursions.

Our boat is a 520C Supercat Mudlark equipped with all safety equipment, GPS, fish finder and Shimano tackle.

Both the estuary and the ocean in the San Sebatian Bay area offer superb fishing.

Our charters are between 5 and 7 hours in duration. All our equipment and fishing tackle is of the best quality and we provide bait, snacks and cool drinks. Our skipper has 20 year's experience fishing these waters and has fished international competitions representing the South African Deep Sea Angling Association in international fishing competitions on many occasions.

We have other options for fishing the river. You may for example want to hiire a dinghy with 30hp engine and Gily to guide you to the hot spots!

Or you can take advantage of our hourly rate for pleasure and sundowner cruises.

To make an enquiry please contact Mudlark River Front Lodge.

Your hosts Hilary and Tim have a wealth of knowledge about the area so when you visit Mudlark River Front Lodge they will make your stay an unforgettable experience.

Both are exceptional anglers, members of the Breede River Conservancy and Hilary is an excellent birder.

Whale Watching, Bird Watching and outstanding fishing are available. Other activities include fly fishing, horse riding, snorkeling, walking, spear fishing,wind surfing, mountain biking, swimming, canoeing, surfing and river cruising.