South Africa Luxury Safari

The Lanzerac Tasting Room:

Enjoy a wine tasting in the comfort of the well-appointed Tasting Room, or on the veranda overlooking the vineyards with breath-taking views of the valley. The Tasting Room is open seven days a week, and offers visitors a selection of informative tastings. As a Hotel guest, we invite you to enjoy a complimentary wine tasting and guided tour of the working wine cellar. No pre-booking is required as Hotel guests. The tasting room closes at 17h30 for tastings and at 18h00 for wine sales in Summer, and 16h30 for tastings and at 17h00 for wine sales in Winter.

The Lanzerac Spa:

The Lanzerac Spa is conveniently located within walking distance of the Hotel and offers seven therapy rooms (including one couple’s room and one disabled room), four mini manicure and pedicure treatment stations, two relaxation areas, two Rasul chambers complete with sensation showers, an in-door heated swimming pool, sauna and steam rooms, and mist rooms. There is also a fitness room for Hotel guests to utilize. The spa closes at 18h00 for treatments and at 21h00 for the facilities.

• We have replaced all plastic water bottles with glass, and we ensure that they are returned to the supplier, sterilised and refilled.
• Our straws are certified 100% biodegradable, compostable and recyclable. When it breaks down they give off CO2 by merely expelling carbon locked in by the plant matter when originally grown.
• Our paper napkins are biodegradable, which reduces greenhouse gases, returns nutrients back to the earth and improves soil quality.
• Invest in reusable cups for your daily coffee fix. If you bring a clean, reusable cup or purchase one from the Deli, you will save Rxx. Our coffee cups and sleeves are biodegradable and compostable.
• We pride ourselves on providing food which tastes the best, is perfectly natural, and is sourced from local suppliers who share our values.
• Lanzerac initiates strong relationships with local farmers and fishermen who practice methods of protecting and promoting biodiversity.
• Our fish are Sassi registered, to ensure responsible fishing and to protect the biodiversity of the oceans.
• We contribute to renewing natural resources by reducing food waste and using seasonal products locally sourced.
• We integrate organic produce, hormone-free meats and dairy, and other natural products that offer Guests healthier food selections.
• Within guest rooms and laundry, we continue to implement efficiencies that reduce water and, in many cases, chemicals that are used to treat water systems and clean facilities.
• We make use of Theravine, an all-natural, custom-formulated product made without preservatives and artificial ingredients that is packaged in recyclable containers.
• Recognizing the importance of safer products for our Guests and Team members, as well as the environment, we have shifted to cleaning products that are made with bio-based oils and other natural cleaners. These more natural products have proven performance, are gentler on the skin and less destructive to the environment.
• Our Team ensures that we reduce energy by turning off all electrical functionalities within each room and our recycling program is executed after each guests stay.
• No animal testing was conducted on the production of our spa products.
• Only biodegradable ingredients are used during spa treatments.
• Packaging is recyclable, and we don’t use cellophane to cover boxes.
• There are no inserted product leaflets to cut down on waste.
• We are carbon-conscious, as our paper-based materials are obtained from sustainable sources.
• Use of greywater and borehole on the property.
• We use waterwise plants in our restaurants
• We produce our own gas for burning.
• Installation of solar power for the Spa, Wine Cellar and Laundry.
• Building healthy soil and working with nature is our key focus for the preservation of our vineyards.
• We employ members from previously disadvantaged backgrounds and empower women by employing females, who make up 70% of our workforce within the vineyards.
• We have a variety of different plants, insects and animal species in the area. We provide the right conditions to make it possible to encourage a range of arthropod species that are beneficial in the vineyards.

With your own dedicated guide and vehicle, you can experience Tswalu exactly the way you want to. There are no fixed schedules or time limits at special sightings – during your stay, the dunes and grasslands are yours to explore the way you want to, and each wildlife encounter can unfold at its own pace.

Just like the sands of the Kalahari, we understand that your priorities can shift during your time at Tswalu. That’s why we’ll never try and shoehorn your experience into a fixed schedule.

Tswalu is unquestionably one of the best places in southern Africa to see cheetah in the wild – the vast open spaces and antelope herds of the Kalahari readily lend themselves to high-speed pursuits. Visiting Tswalu also gives you front-row seats for sightings of species that prove elusive elsewhere, from aardvark and pangolin to Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra.

Tswalu’s ecotourism ventures have a notably low ecological impact while also contributing significantly to the sustainability of the reserve and its achievement of its conservation and community upliftment goals. By remaining honest to our guiding principles, we can deliver a safari experience of startling authenticity.

Much of Tswalu’s beauty can be found in the smaller details: the ripples left by the wind on the crest a sand dune, a yellow flower opening to face the sun, or the tracks of a porcupine digging for roots. Walking at Tswalu gives you the opportunity to see these and other signs of the abundance of the southern Kalahari, as well as following the tracks of larger species.

Another exciting game viewing option at Tswalu is a horseback ride

Horseback safaris allow guests to explore the dunes and savannahs on our well-schooled and well-mannered horses, which are suitable for all ages and all levels of experience.

There is no better way to get close to nature and the wildlife. On a horse safari in at Tswalu, you become part of the landscape and many of the animals react differently to your presence. No-one who experiences this kind of closeness with wildlife ever forgets it.

Our equestrian guides are well trained in the Kalahari ecology, and will lead you on a true safari where you can ride alongside antelope, buffalo, zebra and giraffe, or watch them from a distance without detection.

Children are welcome on horseback safaris. Both trail and English saddles are available and every piece of necessary equipment is provided, in every imaginable size.

Children are welcome at Tswalu and the reserve is well equipped to cater for them. Tswalu believes that they too can be part of the conservation vision.

The youngsters will be introduced to the Junior Ranger programme and given a backpack with guides and tools to help them learn about the Kalahari. During their stay they will make their own bow and arrow for archery, learn how to identify spoor, and track game on foot.

In between game walks and drives there are activities at The Motse specially designed to occupy the kids while mom and dad relax. Tswalu’s stables will create a special “pony camp” for any child who shares their passion for horses. There is no malaria in this part of the Kalahari and the pool is a big attraction. They can chat to the rangers, decorate cup cakes and even cook their own bush dinner in the special children’s boma. A separate children’s menu caters for their individual tastes.

Babysitters can be arranged for younger children if parents want time alone.

The Spa and Gym at The Motse provide both relaxation and stimulation for body and mind, with inspiration coming from the savannah views and the use of organic materials both in the construction of this space, and in the spa treatments.

Join a group of habituated meerkats as they emerge from their burrows and warm themselves in the rising sun or meet up with them as they return home at the end of the day and groom and play at dusk.

Their gregarious nature and amusing antics (think early morning sunbathing and playing chicken with scorpions) have made meerkats extremely popular as subjects of wildlife documentaries. Our two habituated colonies have accepted the presence of humans without letting it disrupt the important business of grooming and foraging.

Meerkats are just one of the smaller predators which abound at Tswalu: aardwolf, African wild cat and caracal are also frequently seen.

Join your guide in trying to puzzle out the hidden meanings in millennia-old rock engravings of animals, birds and abstract shapes. Today, no one knows whether they were created as memories, prayers or maps, but their beauty and mystery endure.

Every moment of every meal at Tswalu reflects the culinary heritage of South Africa and is carefully designed to be as inclusive as possible. Sustainability is key: we forage for Kalahari ingredients and work with local suppliers who share our low-impact ethos.

We believe that luxury is found in contextual, relevant flavours rather than wasteful over-abundance. Our food offering helps tell the story of Tswalu – it’s inspired by and captures the essence of the Kalahari.

As well as being an incredible community of flora and fauna, Tswalu is also an extended human family of people from the Kalahari and beyond. We find strength in our diversity, and because we all share the same vision for the future of Tswalu, we can combine our energies and passion to make Tswalu’s vision a reality.

The Tswalu community consists of our staff members and their families, researchers, visiting doctors that support the healthcare centre, visiting artists in residence, and each of our guests, alongside a wider community of neighbours, conservationists and everyone who cares about the restoration of the Kalahari.

The Tswalu Foundation exists primarily to support ecological research at Tswalu. Through accumulating a growing body of quality output on the fauna, flora and the unique habitat of the southern Kalahari we have been able to make informed conservation management decisions to better support our shared vision.

This information has been made freely available to our neighbours and other interested parties so that, as we seek to add to our shared understanding of this rich and diverse landscape, they too can care for their land in the best long-term interests of the wildlife and people of the Kalahari.

During your stay at Tswalu, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with researchers studying both iconic and more obscure species and witness scientific conservation in progress.

Naledi, which means ‘star’ in the local Tswana language, is Tswalu’s back-to-nature star bed experience in the Korannaberg mountains. Elevated above a valley with wraparound views, Naledi is for the true adventurer who yearns to sleep beneath the southern Kalahari’s brilliant blanket of stars in safety and seclusion. Spending a night in a star bed, with nothing between you and the night sky, has become increasingly sought after as travellers search for authentic, unfiltered experiences immersed in nature. Naledi has purposely been kept very simple so as not to detract from its private and remote setting in the southern reaches of the reserve. Sleeping in the open, under the stars, is as old as time.

A balmy summer night is a perfect time to sleep under the stars in the middle of the Kalahari. The Malori is Tswalu’s under canvas experience with comfortable beds, an open-air bathroom and a spacious deck area for dining, dreaming and stargazing. ?
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?Whether reserved for romance or for family bonding time, a Malori sleep-out is about tuning out so that you can soak up the solitude, tune into the silence and count shooting stars.? With comfortable beds, an open-air bathroom and a spacious deck area for dining, dreaming and stargazing, the tent is perfect for two but spacious enough to invite the family. The Malori sleep-out is one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences you will never forget.?

A night at Malori needs to be booked in advance, carries an additional cost, and is offered subject to availability and prevailing weather conditions.

MEET THE BULLS

Our remarkable history and journey with the Jabulani herd is shared by our team of passionate elephant carers, many who have walked side by side with the elephants for over twenty years. Take part in an intimate and educational talk hosted by our elephant carers and in the company of Jabulani, Sebakwe or Somopane, who are older bulls of the herd. It is an extraordinary opportunity to understand elephants on a deeper level, both physically and emotionally, and to appreciate the importance of the conservation and protection of the elephant species. During a stay at Jabulani, there are further respectful opportunities to observe the herd from a comfortable distance, as they spend their days foraging in the big- five Kapama Game Reserve.
Duration: 30 - 45 minutes

ELEPHANT SWIM
During the hottest times of the day, the herd enjoys taking time out from foraging to swim in one of the dams on the reserve, providing an excellent opportunity to observe the elephants drink, play and relax in the water from the comfort of our shaded vehicle. The perfect way to see their unique personalities in play from a respectful distance.
Duration: 45 minutes

SIGNATURE SUNDOWNERS AND ELEPHANT STABLES EXPERIENCE
Enjoy our Jabulani Signature Sundowner experience as you relax with a refreshment and view the herd as they pass by on their way to their stables after a day out on the reserve. Join one of our elephant carers at the stables and observe the herd from a viewing point as they settle in for the night. It allows us to explain the dynamics of the herd’s sleeping arrangements in the elephant stables.
Duration: 30 minutes

The Kapama Game Reserve is home to a wide variety of wildlife including elephant, buffalo, rhinoceros, and large populations of giraffe, impala, blue wildebeest and kudu. Predators include lion, leopard, cheetah, spotted hyena and many smaller species. Bird-watching is most rewarding and more than 350 bird species have been recorded, including the rare Gymnogeg and Knob-billed duck.

Guests join their ranger in his open safari vehicle for a game drive, and head out in search of The Big Five, and the smaller (but no less significant) creatures that are part of an African safari.

Jabulani Safari rangers are consummate professionals. Highly experienced in guiding, they are the perfect safari ambassadors while out in the African bush.

Safaris may be arranged at any time of the day. A word of warning though – the summer months are incredibly hot in the middle of the day! This time is best spent enjoying the cool respite of a private plunge pool, with a chilled refreshment in hand!

The intrepid walker will take pleasure in experiencing a guided walking safari. Heading into the bush with an armed ranger, guests can learn more about the many different facets of the bush. From tracking spoor (animal prints left in the ground), to touching and examining trees and plants, to sitting quietly and simply absorbing the many smells, sounds and sensations of Africa in its most primitive glory – this is a safari in its purest form.

The lucky may encounter animals in close proximity on the Kapama Game Reserve, although great care is taken to ensure safe and respectful distances are always observed from the larger and more dangerous animal species.

It is recommended that walking during summer months is restricted to early mornings before the heat of the day fully sets in.

Walkers need not be fitness fanatics, as the pace is set around the guest.

An on-site gym is available with experienced therapists that offer soothing massages in the outdoor spa or in the comfort of the suites.

A bush-gym is equipped with basic weights and exercise machinery for those who enjoy something a little more active.

With each itinerary fully customised for our guests, visitors can choose from a wide variety of activities at the lodge. Options include relaxing spa treatments at our Jabulani Bush Spa, a steam session in our sauna, and enjoying our outdoor gym facilities.

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Enjoy intimate dinners with wine pairing are offered in The Gallery in an effort to continuously enhance Jabulani’s bespoke guest experience. Only South African wines are featured, and guests have the opportunity of selecting their own wine for dinners.

Guests may also choose from the boutique for gifts back home (or for themselves!). Stocked with a variety of art pieces, jewellery, trinkets, crockery, clothing and more, those who enjoy retail therapy will find their happy place here.

Jabulani’s executive chef has trained in the kitchens of great chefs around the world, and takes pride in designing fusion creations with a South African twist – always with an artistic finish.

Menus change on a daily basis. As individual tastes are as unique as personalities, a range of dietary preferences and restrictions are catered for effortlessly (Kosher and Halaal meals are sourced by prior arrangement). Vegetarians or those who prefer lighter meals are well catered for, with inventive choices each day. Some may even prefer simple, hearty meals. At Camp Jabulani, everything goes.

The chefs like nothing better than to interact with guests at each mealtime, and will personally present their menus. They have also been known to share a special recipe or two.

The sub-tropical climate means that chefs are spoiled for choice with an abundance of delicious fresh ingredients produced in the surrounding region. Tastes are enhanced courtesy of our very own herb garden. Wherever possible, we support initiatives that promote sustainable local employment.

Freshly baked muffins, delectable teatime treats, and moreish sundowner snacks are baked daily. The chefs pride themselves on making as much as possible with their own hands. Through private cooking classes, guests may even be treated to ‘insider’ tips on making homemade breads, sauces and ice-creams.

A perfectly paired wine will transform a great meal into a sublime experience. Camp Jabulani has very carefully collected an impressive medal-winning collection of both red and white South African wines, sourced from the winelands of the Cape to be enjoyed in the bush.

Private tables are impeccably set for each guest, as we appreciate that time spent with close family and friends is all too precious. But some may prefer to share the company of new friends just met, and special arrangements will be made for a more social environment. The atmosphere, whether indoors or out, is always elegant yet relaxed with a friendly and professional team of service staff. Mealtimes are flexible, and venues tend to change (weather dependent). From private candlelit dinners, to traditional South African boma nights – there is no equal to the ambience of bonfires, lanterns and starry nights.

HOT AIR BALLOONING
Experience the magic of a lighter-than-air Hot Air Balloon experience as you glide over the vast landscape of our private game reserve below.

Meet before sunrise and enjoy a piping-hot cup of coffee while you watch your eight-storey high hot air balloon inflate in preparation for a flight you won’t soon forget.

Watch the sunrise as you gently drift over the scenic terrain below stretching over part of the Blyde River, as well as nature reserves, wildlife estates and farmlands that all form part of the Greater Kruger region.

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Whilst game viewing cannot be guaranteed, it is common to see giraffe, wildebeest, zebra, nyala, impala, bushbuck, waterbuck, duiker and even warthog, from the air. The big five are more difficult to find, but there is always the possibility that they too will be spotted

Sparkling wine and fruit juice are served after the flight that is approximately one hour long.

Passengers don’t have to be physically fit but must be able to stand in the basket for at least an hour. Youngsters are welcome but should be at least 1.2 metres (4 foot) tall, to see over the rim of the basket. Regrettably, pregnant ladies are not permitted on balloon excursions.

Please note: Hot Air Balloon safaris are entirely dependent on weather conditions. This service is contracted out to a third-party supplier and while we delight in making the arrangements on behalf of our guests, we cannot be held accountable for changes or cancellations to schedules as dictated by the service provider.

NOTE:1 hour flight time

Please contact us for further information, or to make a reservation.

HELICOPTER FLIP

Swoop over deep and mysterious gorges, linger above roaring rivers and cascading waterfalls and view the fascinating and dramatic rock formations of the Blyde River Canyon. The Mpumalanga Helicopter Co. is based in Hazyview in the beautiful Mpumalanga Lowveld. Most flights take place from the surrounding lodges, hotels, Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, and Timbavati Private Nature Reserve.
Duration : 1 Hour
Cost : POA

CASCADES AND CANYON SPECTACULAR

This exhilarating flight travels over canyons bursting with colourful vegetation and cascading waterfalls, allowing for spectacular photographic opportunities. Your flight will continue along the escarpment to God’s Window which offers unforgettable panoramic views of the bushveld below and on to the wonderful rock formations of the 1 000 metre deep, 30 km long Blyde River Canyon (the third deepest and greenest canyon in the world). You will be treated to a magnificent bird’s eye view of the curious Three Rondavels before landing at a picnic site with glorious views of the Mpumalanga Lowveld for a delicious lunch accompanied by South African Sparkling Wine

Cost: POA
Duration: 1 hour

Pre-booking recommended

The Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre aims to support conservation within a sustainable ecosystem by prioritising the survival of endangered species. This is achieved through maintaining diverse bloodlines of cheetahs, rehabilitating rhinos, educating both local and international communities about conservation imperatives, and conducting focused research for the long-term sustainability of endangered species

Cost: Adults: R750 per person Children under 12: R550 per child Duration: +/- 2 hours

The “Roots of Rhythm” show group presents an exceptional and lively evening performance, delivered directly to your lodge. Under the starlit sky, around a crackling fire, the rich songs and dances of various African cultures come alive. From the rhythms of the Shona & Venda, Tsonga, Shangaan, Pedi, and BaHananawa (Tswana), to the vibrant dances of the Swati and Zulu, guests are treated to an hour-long spectacle culminating in interactive dancing. Many lodges offer the option to welcome guests to the performance area with a medley of beautiful songs, ranging from local tribal tunes, gospel melodies, to popular English songs of Africa, serving as both an icebreaker and a delightful surprise before the main dance show begins. This is available for weddings, special events, corporate groups, and other celebrations

Costs:
Full village tour, Roots of Rhythm dance show and lunch: Adults: R750 per person
Children under 12: R450 per child Village tour and show (no lunch): Adults: R650 per person Children under 12: R350 per child

Duration: 1 hour

Visit the two schools in the town, Mpsis Primary and Xilaveko.

Obert Chauke is one of the highly respected butlers at Jabulani and has been at the lodge for 16 year. In 2014, Obert started a new venture outside of working hours, paying forward the opportunities he’s been given and opening a not-for-profit daycare in his garage, together with his wife. The daycare is situate in Timbavati Village in Acornhoek.

Obert and his wife, Ivy Sibuyi have applied for NPO status, as they endeavour to care for the children in the area who need supervision and support during the day.

Cost:
R1 500 per person
Duration: 3 hours

The Training Centre, an extension of Green Trax, offers a comprehensive range of services including dog and handler training, boarding facilities, educational events, and group activities for tourists and conservation volunteers. It serves as a base for highly trained dogs aiding local law enforcement in crime prevention. Green Trax values collaboration over competition, fostering partnerships with organisations and individuals to combat various crimes, including wildlife poaching. They believe in making a positive impact through active participation and dog-assisted conservation efforts, driven by a passion for working with animals and a commitment to nature conservation.

Cost: R8 500 per person
Duration: 3 hours

Third-party activity prices are subject to change without notice, and the prices listed here are provided as suggestions only.

While Jabulani does not have a photographic studio on site, the lodge will gladly arrange for guests to have their special photo memories captured at the lodge and printed in town (at their own expense) to share with friends and family on their return.

Should you be an avid photographer and wish to hire equipment in advance for your safari experience, please advise the lodge 45 days prior to arrival so that we can arrange the necessary equipment (subject to availability) in town. Jabulani does not have a camera and photographic equipment available on site. There are 2 Toyota Landcruisers available to use that are fully equipped for photographic tours, and each seat has a camera rest that can rotate respectively

Please note that the guides can assist guests as they are passionate about nature and photography, but that they are not professionally trained photographers
Cost: POA
Duration: POA