Jabulani

Jabulani offers a unique and soulful safari experience, centered around their incredible elephant conservation efforts. This all-inclusive Relais & Chateaux luxury game lodge introduces guests to the efforts of the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center alongside magical safaris through the Kapama area.

Property Details

Jabulani is an exclusive luxury property that offers a myriad of experiences that are truly unforgettable. Located on the Kapama Game Reserve, Jabulani’s lodging consists of just six spacious and luxurious suites. Also, all offer the ultimate in privacy and exclusivity. Flanked along a dry riverbed, each suite offers exquisite furnishings, many of which record the history of the Roode family, founders of the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center. All suites are connected to a large private deck with a delightful plunge pool at the ready to refresh and renew.

Reach the main lodge of Jabulani via suspension walking bridge. There, you’ll find a large, open area full of antiques and luxurious furnishings. Here, guests enjoy meals with local fusions and international influences prepared on open flames and served fireside. Menus change daily, guided by the fresh and organic ingredients on hand, and also based on guest preferences and requests.

A new approach to game viewing, Jabulani offers a “safari on demand” experience where guests can choose the timing of game drives. There are no early wake-up calls unless you can’t miss those sunrise game experiences. Big Five game certainly abounds in the Kapama, where the range of wildlife delights safari-goers.

Included in any stay at  Jabulani are safari experiences and interactions at the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Project. Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Project and meet cheetahs face to face. Afterwards, visit the vast Center to see the rescued animals and take a trip to the mind-boggling Vulture Cafe.

Jabulani Zindoga Villa

Jabulani’s Zindoga Villa is a palatial, self-contained home. It’s undoubtedly ideal for groups, families, and those in search of a bit more solitude. Nodding to the style of Jabulani, the villa certainly exudes elegance in its grand open spaces, luxurious finishes, and harmonious integration into the African wild. Groups of up to nine benefit from two massive suites, one adjoining twin room, gorgeous en suite bathrooms, private heated plunge pool, and spacious wooden decks overlooking the African bush. A dedicated ranger, chef, and butler make yours an utterly personal and private safari experience.