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Suretha D

1 reviews | Active since Feb 2010

06 Mar 2025, 14:34

Cape Vidal log cabins unacceptable state

We booked the Cape Vidal log cabins in beginning Feb 25. The state of disrepair was impressive and the condition was not acceptable for the price / person / night. The KZN Wildlife website is not a true reflection of the situation. After raising the issue with staff members, we viewed other cabins that were in even worse condition. We alerted the staff member that we could not stay in the accommodation provided and asked if we can request a refund. This was confirmed. Yet 30 days after the fact, not one person from either Isimangaliso or KZN Wildlife has been professional or courteous enough to respond to our detailed account of events (inclusive of photographs). Very poor service despite customer care commitments in the reception office. We would recommend everyone to rather stay in habitable and cheaper accommodation within St. Lucia. It is with great sadness that we rely this experience and to see the log cabins and park infrastructure suffer the consequences of lack of maintenance as well as passion and commitment from staff. This location should be one of South Africa's top tourist destinations.

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Replies (4)
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife's reply14 Mar 2025, 15:26
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Dear Suretha
Thank you for the feedback, we reponded to your feedback via email.
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Suretha D's update09 Jun 2025, 09:07
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As of 9 June 2025 there is still no follow-up or resolution to this compliant. The e-mail response referred to below was merely deflecting the issue and pointing at a referal of the matter. The response was inadequate and clearly with no intention to resolve the issue or communicate professionally on the matter. Incredibly poor service and reflection of the organisation. Please avoid Cape Vidal accommodation due to dilapidated state and understand any business with KZN Wildlife & Isimangoliso will be met with a complete disregard for customer service.
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Suretha D's update15 Aug 2025, 08:14
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As of 15 August 2025, still no reply from the management authority and no attempt to make contact (despite the public commitment on 14 March 2025). Unfortunately the *****ulent representation of the accommodation you are hiring, lack of understanding of the value of customer services and no follow through on commitments are clearly acceptable conduct and therefore embodies the values of this organization. Extremely concerning and something that needs to be communicated with prospective clients and visitors.
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife's reply03 Oct 2025, 09:44
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Good Morning 
the matter was attaended via email.
Kind Regards
Xoli Ngema - Guest Relations Office