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Umlani Bush Camp Timbavati Game Reserve

 
 

Description

Umlani Bush Camp is an exclusive rustic lodge accommodating only 16 guests in en suite reed and thatch rondavels. Early morning and evening game drives are in open four wheel drive vehicles accompanied by experienced rangers and trackers. With a traversing area of more than 10000 hectares, over 40 mammal and 350 bird species, this is a wonderful wildlife experience. Umlani makes the whole event personalised and specialises in guided walks into this unspoilt wilderness. Take your walk on the wild-side tracking the Big 5 on foot and experience the thrill of following big game off-road in open Land rovers guided by our knowledgeable rangers. Lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo are all there along with cheetah, giraffe, zebra and many species of antelope. Walks, day and night drives give you the complete wildlife experience. You’ll become involved with game big and small, the prolific birdlife and be fascinated by the diverse tress, flora and fauna.

Enjoy a spectacular sunrise deep in the bush before returning to the camp for a hearty breakfast. Spend the heat of the day with a cool box of refreshments at one of our hides watching birds swoop down to the water and mammals materialising out of the bush. Or maybe laze in hammocks around our splash pool sipping iced drinks. During your evening drive, watch the white light of the moon take over from the flame-coloured sun while enjoying sundowners surrounded by the unique sounds of the African wilderness. At the end of your spotlighted night drive return to the welcoming comfort of Umlani, a bush camp in the tradition of old Africa, with the romantic glow of paraffin lamps to light your way. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the convivial bar overlooking the Nshlaralumi river course or around a roaring fire in the boma and watch our chef put the finishing touches to the dinner he has prepared on an open fire. The aromas will make your mouth water and you’ll be more than ready for a candlelit dinner accompanied by fine South African wines, while swopping stories and sightings with your fellow adventurers. Your comfortable en suite reed and thatch rondavel is calling but before falling into bed, take a steaming hot shower under a blanket of wondrous stars in your own open-air reeded bathroom. The magic is complete when the haunting sounds of nearby hyena and lion lull you to sleep.

Check-In  12:00 PM   Check-Out 10:00 AM

Price & Availability

ON REQUEST
Thursday 11th September
  • Per Person Sharing:
  • R450
  • Per Person:
  • R600
  • Per Unit:
  • R1350
  • Minimum Stay:
  • 2 Nights
 
Check-in
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Double HutX 4
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One double bed.
Bathroom Facilities Shower only, Separate toilet, Outdoor shower
Beds Double beds
 
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Bathroom Facilities Shower only, Separate toilet, Outdoor shower
Beds Double beds
 
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Sleeps 4 Price: p/p sharing
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Bathroom Facilities Shower only, Separate toilet, Outdoor shower
Beds Double beds
 
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Sleeps 3 Price: p/p sharing
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* Please note that these rates are a guide and are subject to change. Please confirm availability by requesting a quote.

Double Hut x 4

Includes: Self-catering

One double bed.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Shower only, Separate toilet, Outdoor shower
Beds Double beds

Family Hut x 3

Includes: Self-catering

One double bed and two single beds.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Shower only, Separate toilet, Outdoor shower
Beds Double beds

Triple Hut x 1

Includes: Self-catering

One double bed, one single bed.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Shower only, Separate toilet, Outdoor shower
Beds Double beds

Facilities

Facilities and Services

  • Fax
  • Internet Access
  • Airport Shuttle Service
  • Wheelchair Enabled
  • Parking Available
  • Babysitting Service
  • Bar on the Premises
  • Swimming Pool
  • No Pets Permitted
  • Boma Fire
  • Credit Card Facility
  • Curio Shop
  • No Electricity
 

Dining

  • Restaurant on the Premises
 

Facilities in Rooms/Units

  • No Smoking in Rooms
  • Mosquito Net
 

Activities on the Premises

  • Waterhole
  • Big 5
  • Big 6
  • Big 7
 

Environment

  • Game Reserve
  • Nature Reserve
 

Activities Nearby

  • Bird Watching
  • Golf
  • Ballooning
  • Horse Riding
  • Walking
  • Waterhole
  • Big 5
  • Big 6
  • Big 7
  • Game Drives
 

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • German
  • Afrikaans
  • French
 

Conference

  • Overhead Projector Available
 

Memberships and Legal

  • Fair Trade in Tourism
 

Grading

  • 3 Stars - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
 

Umlani Bush Camp Timbavati Game Reserve Map

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*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

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Customer Reviews

Reviews 5 of 7
Amazing October
Ferenc Benda, South Africa
24 October 2011
Umlani was a very exceptional experience. We met a very professional manager and team. The catering and game drives were outstanding. The accommodation was very interesting and very close to the nature. A bit of a damper was the green pool that we could not use, as well as the professional ranger and tracker talking more among themselves than with us, and the continuous private conversation was quite disturbing.
The way the bush should be experienced
Mark Werley, United States of America
13 April 2011
From superbly prepared food with local flavors to impeccable service with personal touches and, of course, plenty of game sightings. We were thoroughly impressed with our visit. We took our two boys, ages 13 and 15, and they loved the place. We love our 5 Star hotels in the big city but Umlani is the perfect way to experience the bush.
A wonderful experience!
Debra Bruno, United States of America
10 July 2009
We loved every minute of our three nights at Umlani. The hosts were warm and welcoming, the accommodations very comfortable, and our ranger, Ginger, was phenomenal. Sitting on the deck and watching the waterhole in the afternoon as the animals took their turns to come for a drink was also spectacular, and the highlight of our visit here was watching the buffalo stampede into -- and out of -- a water hole, from the perspective of the tree house, followed by a family of elephants who wan ... more
Great stay at Umlani!!
Rina Delhove, Belgium
19 January 2009
We spent 3 days here during the Xmas vacation.Saw the big 5 plus cheetah ( she was passing thru Timbavati to Kruger) and our tracker and ranger were great. We did a walking safari and tried to find the little 5( this is our 3rd safari after Botswana and Kenya).Helen,Dell and Tanya made us feel at home.The staff were friendly and the food was good. My husband even tried the Mopane worms! Dell prepared the Xmas dinner.It was a bit strange for us celebrating Xmas when it's 30 degrees.We'r ... more
Highly recommended.
kathy darling, United States of America
09 May 2008
A lovely experience and a great first trip for my 10 year old grandson. With the exception of electricity, there is nothing that this camp lacks. Food was exceptional. We stayed at two other camps at twice the price during this trip and the food was nowhere near this level. Great hospitality. Highly recommended.

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from 7 Guest Reviews

Amazing October …”  Read More

Ferenc Benda, South Africa - 24 October 2011

The way the bush should be experienced…”  Read More

Mark Werley, United States of America - 13 April 2011
Umlani Hut
Dining Hut
Interior
Swimming Pool
Deck Area
Dinner Setting
Buffalo On Game Drive
Lion & Cub
Drinking Leopard
Elephants At Waterhole
African Sunset