An African safari camp in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

Umlani Bushcamp is a highly recommended, classic African safari camp located in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, which forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park.

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See the real Africa at Umlani: enjoy the ultimate experience of true wilderness and seclusion in a camp that accommodates just 16 guests, in traditional African reed and thatch huts.

Umlani's philosophy of simplistic luxury and 'getting back to nature' is enhanced by the romance of operating without electricity. Enjoy the warm atmosphere of candlelight and oil lamps and open-air bush showers fuelled by wood fires.

The accommodation offers you all the privacy and comfort you need for uninterrupted relaxation. Umlani's prize-winning cuisine will take you on a gastronomic tour of African styled food.

Umlani Bushcamp offers an exciting, safe experience in Big Five territory. View lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino, in more than 10 000 hectares (24 000 acres) of traversing area. The camp is also home to more than 40 mammal species and 350 bird species.

Experience the thrill of game drives in open Land Rovers, guided bush walks and tracking game on foot with highly experienced rangers and trackers. At Umlani you are guaranteed an adventure of a lifetime in one of Africa's world-renowned, unspoilt wilderness reserves.

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Shamwari - Sarili Lodge

Sarili Lodge in the Eastern Cape - the perfect combination between a colonial and bush experience. Perfect for families or small parties.

An environmentally friendly private African thatch designed villa with a spacious deck overlooking the Bushman’s River with expansive views of the plains, the lodge is positioned in the southern region of the Reserve. The décor emulates an old traditional farmhouse with interiors that reflect an easy living home lifestyle in a natural environment.

The lodge consists of five suites and can sleep a maximum of ten (10) guests. The lodge features a child friendly swimming pool, dining and lounge areas, courtyard barbeque area and special children’s menu. Child minders are available at an additional cost.

Shamwari offers a special “Kids on Safari” programme where kids aged 4 and older have a chance of a lifetime to view the Big 5, view a special educational film and visit the Born Free Foundation and Shamwari Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre.

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Kids on Safari: A truly unique, educational and fun family safari.

Upon arrival, the children’s co-ordinator will discuss activity options with the family taking the family’s size, children’s ages and the weather into consideration. Child minding facilities are available at an additional cost for children younger than four years as they are too young to join game drives.

Each child will receive an age-appropriate gift pack.

Exclusive visit to the Born Free Foundation Big Cat Rescue Centre

Activities are focused on promoting the conservation of species and the protection of habitat whilst maintaining a humane and compassionate approach to the welfare of animals.

Shamwari Wildlife Hospital

Different types of wild animals or raptors that are being cared for at the time, under special supervision by the Shamwari veterinarian team, for release back into the wild.

Shamwari Film Studio

Children will be given a sneak preview of the film footage of the new “Shamwari – a wild life” series, which is due for airing in August/September 2008 on the Discovery Channel’s Animal Planet.

Exclusive access to one of the Shamwari Film Studio crew members is available to film and produce a high quality DVD of your family safari. Advanced bookings are essential as the filming and production of the DVD is at an additional cost. You enjoy the moment while we record the memories.

Children can partake in various social, sporting and arts and cultural activities under the supervision of our children’s co-ordinator. Options could include: African bead making, clay making activities, face painting, star-gazing and African story-telling.

Special notes:

All swimming activities must be supervised by parents at all times.

Children younger than four years of age are too young to join game drives.

Parents must accompany children of younger than four years when visiting the Born Free Centre and Shamwari Wildlife Hospital.

Children’s menu available.

Jaci's Safari Lodge - Madikwe Game Reserve North West Province

Jaci’s Lodges are an oasis of calm and serenity in the arid African bush.  Whether you’re planning a short weekend trip out of the city or a longer stay to recharge your batteries, the luxury accommodation and five-star service you’ll enjoy at Jaci’s ensure that you can kick back and relax in comfort and style.

The lodges offer two very unique five-star experiences, catering to both families looking to reconnect in a peaceful setting, and couples looking for a more intimate bush experience.

At Jaci's Tree Lodge, perched high up in the trees, you can relax in one of eight expansive treehouses (six king rooms and two twins) overlooking the Marico River and watch squirrels play in the tree canopy.

For those looking for a more down-to-earth experience, Jaci's Safari Lodge offers guests a tranquil space in which to unwind and interact with some of Africa’s most impressive wildlife. From your balcony – or even from your bed – you can see buck come down to the stream to drink.

The Starbed

Just a short walk from Jaci’s Tree Lodge is a small watering hole and wetland area which attracts a wealth of wildlife. On the banks of the watering hole is a small hide in which guests can quietly observe the diversity of life Jaci’s has to offer. Perched on top of the hide there is also a four-poster bed, where guests can enjoy a night out in the wild and experience game at night from a special vantage point.

Gym

For guests looking to continue their exercise regime while on holiday, Jaci’s on-site gym means you can hop onto a treadmill or exercise bike and burn off some calories from under the shade of the acacia trees overlooking the river. A play area is attached to the gym, in which children can keep occupied while you work out.

Swimming pools

Guests at Jaci’s Safari Lodge have the use of two swimming pools. A small plunge pool situated near to the main lodge makes for a refreshing dip after an afternoon game drive, while the larger pool, surrounded by lush green grass, is the perfect place to both cool off and soak up the warm African sun. Tree Lodge guests have access to a swimming pool surrounded by comfortable loungers, perfect for relaxing on after a refreshing swim.

Games room

Jaci’s Lodges provide both luxury and comfort, and the games room at Jaci's Safari Lodge is a simple addition that buys tired parents time off. With table tennis, foosball, a pool table, and a wide selection of board games, the games room is sure to keep even the most active children entertained for hours.

Masala Spa

At our newly established Masala Spa, let Kate, a trained beauty and massage therapist, use her magic touch to help you shake off the stress of the city. The spa currently offers full body, Indian head, back and shoulder and foot massages. Be pampered in the comfort of your room or relax and unwind in the soothing Masala room near the main lodge.

River walk

Guests at both lodges are encouraged to make use of the river walk between the two lodges. Take an amble along the river and you might be lucky enough to see a shy leguan or even a crocodile.

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