South Africa, Mpumalanga
Jabulani Safari Relais & Chateaux
From R53,400
Per Person Sharing
Valid
24 March 2026 - 31 May 2026
Travel outside of these dates may be subject to supplements and increases
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Jabulani is a soulful safari lodge in the South African Big 5 wilderness where guests can connect with diverse nature, abundant bird species and wildlife and the elephant herd we rescued nearly twenty years ago. Set within a private game reserve in the Greater Kruger Park, Jabulani is a place to reset, to feel alive and soothed by spending time dining, resting, and being present in the bushveld.
Learn about our inspiring journey with the Jabulani elephants and the orphans integrated into their herd, and listen to our devoted elephant carers sharing insightful stories of their journey with the herd. Enjoy game drives and bush walks and embrace a unique opportunity to observe the Jabulani herd on their swims or dam drinks, or as they forage together as one family. You soon realise that you are part of something much greater while here… An unforgettable experience that will let you travel deeper and make a lasting impact.
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Inclusions
- 2 Nights in a Superior Suite Luxury Accommodation in air-conditioned suite with private deck and plunge pool
- All meals and snacks
- Jabulani Elephant Experience* and Signature Sundowners
- Daily game drives and bush walks guided by your dedicated ranger
- The JabuJuniors Children’s Programme
- Return road transfers between Jabulani and Hoedspruit Eastgate (HDS) Airport
- Wi-Fi
- Daily Laundry service
- A personalised certificate upon departure to acknowledge your support towards our elephant conservation project at HERD
- Compulsory Conservation and Elephant Levy daily
Exclusions
The Suites
Designed with pure relaxation and intimacy in mind, the Jabulani suites are as discrete in positioning as they are lavished in detail. Each suite opens up to a private oasis set in the African bush. A crystal blue plunge pool with views over the riverbed below is complemented by a generous wooden deck, purely for your leisurely pleasure.
A traditional fireplace graces your Jabulani Suite lounge, creating a perfect setting for a romantic in-suite dining experience, followed by a nightcap in the privacy of your heated plunge pool. Your grand and luxurious freestanding stone bath can easily welcome you and your loved one, to soak up the sounds of the surrounding African wildlife and nature. Or enjoy a semi-outdoor shower, that whilst frosted for your privacy, enjoys a view over the natural environment outside.
Children over the age of 6 are permitted in the suites.
King-size bed (twin bedding optional)
Private plunge pool
Large wooden deck
Separate lounge area
Traditional fireplace
Open plan bathroom
Freestanding stone bath
Semi-outdoor shower
Double vanity basins
Private toilet
Fully stocked mini-bar
Freestanding fan
Tea and coffee
Nespresso machine
Fully air-conditioned
Locally-made luxury body products
Complimentary room-service
Wi-Fi
Safe
Mosquito nets
The Zingoda Villa
The Zindoga Villa brings absolute exclusivity to one of South Africa’s finest game lodges. A private entrance leads you to a secluded 700 m2 three-bedroom grand villa that reflects the splendid elegance of the Jabulani offering. A dedicated team of staff consisting of a private chef, butler and ranger will make your experience truly unforgettable, whilst respecting your personal space at all times.
The master suite and main suite each have their own expansive wooden deck, private heated plunge pool and traditional fireplace. The en-suite bathrooms have free-standing stone baths, as well as showers with views of the surrounding natural environment. A charming twin-bedded suite adjoining the main suite is ideal for two children or two adults sharing. The spacious and luxurious lounge and dining room offer a wonderful space to relax. The living areas are complemented by an impressive fireplace and an adjoining deck for alfresco dining.
King-size bed
Freestanding stone bath and private toilet
Semi-outdoor shower
Private plunge pool
Large wooden deck
Separate lounge area
Traditional fireplace
Additional day bed
Fully stocked mini-bar
Tea, coffee and Nespresso machine
Fully air-conditioned
Safe
Mosquito nets
Villa Somopane
This is your escape with friends or family, in a home to make your own, a home in the African wilderness. Our Villa Somopane welcomes up to four guests, with two spacious suites to accompany two guests sharing. Each suite is designed to inspire relaxation and intimacy, with the raw sounds and sights of safari life merging with comfort at every touch.
Enjoy moments on the villa’s private deck or in the heated plunge pool, watching the natural world in its slow dance around you, or head out into the reserve with a private ranger and vehicle, in search of our animal and bird life. Soak off the day in your suite’s inviting freestanding bath, or semi-outdoor shower with views through the vegetation outside. The wilderness is never far from sight.
A minimum of 3 people are required to book the Villa Somopane. Children over the age of 6 are permitted in the villa.
Private ranger and vehicle
King-size bed (twin bedding optional)
Private plunge pool
Large wooden deck
Separate lounge area
Traditional fireplace
Bathroom
Freestanding bath
Semi-outdoor shower
Double vanity basins
Private toilet
Fully stocked mini-bar
Freestanding fan
Tea and coffee
Nespresso machine
Fully air-conditioned
Locally-made luxury amenities
Complimentary room-service
Wi-Fi
Safe
Mosquito nets
Terms and Conditions
Why we like it
What truly sets Jabulani apart is its extraordinary elephant experience. This is not a spectacle, but a meaningful conservation-led interaction with a rescued herd, offering guests a rare opportunity to connect with these animals in a respectful, ethical way. It adds a powerful emotional layer to the safari that stays with you long after you leave.
Why book with us?
Quality Service
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Attention to Detail
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