Dzalanyama Forest House

The house has a simple, but spacious lounge and dining room with a snug little fireplace. Since all accommodation is on a self-catering basis, there's also a fully-equipped kitchen, though the resident cook will happily prepare all your meals according to your requirements. Lighting is provided with gas and solar lamps. The whole area is more functional than stylish, though it's comfortable enough. There's a lovely deck out front with a view of the riverbed and surrounding forest.

The main lodge, which is really more of a house, has four rather simple bedrooms. Besides the double or twin beds, the rooms are rather sparse and lacking in artistic design and colour, however, large windows ensure there's plenty of light and the whole space is kept spotlessly clean. Each room has a basin, but all the rooms share one bathroom with a toilet and a shower. For a more private option, choose one of the two newly-built, free-standing tented chalets, with en-suite bathrooms and private verandahs overlooking the stream. There's also an eco-friendly campsite under construction.

Don't come expecting luxury or a packed itinerary. Rather, let this unassuming gem refresh your body and mind with its clean air and pristine beauty.