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Place in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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The town of St Lucia is on the southern tip of iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Many visitors use St Lucia as their hub because of its close proximity to many attractions in the area.
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Self catering holiday accommodation.
A small, family-run quality four-star guest house. The owners, Gary & June, reside in an adjoining cottage, and are on hand to provide the "personal hospitality".
formerly Budget Backpackers
Good budget accommodation located on the main street.
Reported to be in bad condition, with broken lights, dirty rooms, etc.
From Durban - follow the N2 northwards passing by Stanger, Empangeni and Richards Bay. After around 250 km turn off the N2 onto the R618 to Mtubatuba. Keep on the R618 and follow the signs to St Lucia - 26 km.
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