Mendoza is such a special soul at Qambathi. He walked down our driveway looking for work a couple of days after we took over the lodge and his smile and sincerity quickly crawled into our hearts. Mendoza very quickly progressed from gardener through general assistant to front of house and now he is our brand new assistant Manager,  whilst still our front of house.... oh and Mendoza is still our wine expert. Make sure you ask for the details of what has grown to be know as “Mandoza story” next time you stay at Qambathi. 

Meet Our New Junior Assistant Manager!

We’re thrilled to welcome Siyabonga Khumalo, also known as “Strongman,” to the Qambathi Mountain Lodge family! 

Born and raised in Mooi River Bruntville, Siya has worked in and around the Midlands, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a love for life. He’s joining us as our new Junior Assistant Manager, ready to embrace the serenity of farm life and “collect stress-free wrinkles” in our beautiful mountain setting. 

We’re excited to have Siya on board and look forward to the energy and enthusiasm he brings to our team. 

We are thrilled to introduce our talented new chef, Sindi, to the Qambathi family! From the moment she joined us, Sindi has seamlessly become a part of our team, bringing her unique flair and passion for cooking to every dish. Her culinary creations are already becoming legendary, with guests raving about her exceptional talent and the unforgettable flavors she brings to the table. We're excited for you to experience her amazing recipes during your stay!

Meet Nqobile, our newest culinary sensation! With a zest for flavor and a passion for innovation, she's injecting fresh energy into our kitchen. Nqobile's youthful enthusiasm and creative flair promise to bring exciting new tastes to your table. Get ready to embark on a delicious journey with us as we explore her imaginative culinary creations together!

Nhlanhlo is definitely a Magic Maker at Qambathi. If you ever wondered who set up your room so beautifully for your romantic arrival or who is a master at romantic turndown look no further! Nhlanhlo also known as Shosho for those of us who struggle with our Zulu pronunciation is also an assistant to the chef- but we do keep her away from the chilli as she grew up in Durban and sometimes thinks we can all take the heat.

With a warm smile and an unwavering dedication to ensuring your comfort, Phumlile is here to make your stay unforgettable. Whether she's tidying up your room with care or offering a friendly greeting at breakfast, her attention to detail and genuine kindness shine through in every task. With Phumlile by your side, you'll feel right at home from the moment you arrive. 

Nomcebo is our newest member of the team and helps keeps the lodge looking like a million bucks. 

Nonko for short, this lady is our main housekeeper. Nonko takes her job very seriously and is a perfectionist. 

Slash or Long Legs looks after the lodge grounds, farm equipment and vehicles. Also taking care of the general maintenance, working in the background but as important to the guest experience as our lodge staff. 

Yes.. this is Wonder Boy's real name. Wonder is part of the Maintenance team with a focus on running all of our building projects. A big job but Wonder does it with such grace

The reason why Stephen and Nadia are still sane :-). Zinzi looks after the private residence and is Maya's second mom. Zinzi has also taken the lead on our new lodge veg garden