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Personalised luxury safari

Ximuwu Lodge, nestled in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, offers a unique, exclusive safari experience. Adjacent to the Greater Kruger National Park, our sanctuary spans 6000 hectares. We specialize in personalized luxury, designed for comfort and adventure.

1. Exclusive Safari for Small Groups: Ximuwu Lodge is ideal for intimate groups, starting from just four guests.

Our exclusive booking policy ensures a private, tailored experience in the African wilderness.
2. Luxury Amidst Nature: Each guest at Ximuwu Lodge enjoys luxury seamlessly blended with natural beauty. Our lodge, adjacent to the Greater Kruger National Park, promises an unforgettable safari.
3. Accessible, Inclusive Design: We emphasize inclusive luxury. Our lodge features accessible design, ensuring comfort for every guest, regardless of mobility.
4. Tailored Safari Adventures: Situated in a prime wildlife area, Ximuwu Lodge offers customized safari experiences. Adventure and luxury meet here, with impeccable service.
5. Small Group Focus: Our focus on small groups, as few as four, sets us apart. This exclusivity guarantees a personalized and intimate experience for each guest.

 

 

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Safari

Game Drives

Unlike conventional safari camps, Ximuwu’s game drives are tailored to our guest’s preferences and timetable. Experience a truly unique and personalized safari game drive with us.

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Night Drives

With our state-of-the-art thermal vision goggles, guests can observe the nocturnal behaviour of animals in a truly immersive experience. Watch the elephants drinking from the dam, or hundreds of impala and zebra on the grasslands.

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Walking Safaris

Get up close and personal with the spectacular African landscape. Our guided walking safaris will provide an unforgettable and informative experience tracking wildlife on foot.

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Sound Safaris

Have you ever wondered what a lion hears as he stalks through the bush? Wonder no more, as our sound safaris will allow you to hear what the animals hear. Unique to Ximuwu, our sound safaris will allow you to hear and feel the magic of nature the same way an animal does.

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Photo Safaris

Kruger National Park, South Africa’s premier safari destination, is one of the finest places in the world for photography. The exclusivity of Ximuwu, and the huge size of the reserve, means you will never be competing for that perfect shot, vantage point, or light – it’s all yours.

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Accessible Safari

Everything is accessible even our Game Viewer

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XIMUWU: your private gateway to Africa's untamed wilderness

Unveil Africa’s Pristine Beauty at Ximuwu Lodge

Ximuwu, a hidden gem within the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, seamlessly merges with the renowned Kruger National Park, boasting a unique absence of fences that allows free-ranging wildlife to thrive.

Celebrating Wildlife Diversity

Ximuwu’s expansive private nature reserve is a haven for the iconic Big 5 – lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and African buffalo. The landscape also teems with agile cheetahs and wild dogs, capturing the essence of African wilderness.

Exclusive Luxury Safaris

Ximuwu Lodge redefines luxury safari experiences through its exclusivity. Guests have unrivaled opportunities to explore South Africa’s untouched wilderness. You won’t encounter queues at top viewing points or photography spots. With unrestricted game drive tracks, you’re free to embrace the wild at your own pace. This level of exclusivity sets Ximuwu Lodge apart as one of Africa’s genuinely exclusive safari lodges.

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Ximuwu Lodge is located a short distance from Hoedspruit – the safari capital of the world.

Direct flights to Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport are available from both Johannesburg and Cape Town. 

Our staff will welcome you at Hoedspruit and transport you to the lodge. 

Guests with private air travel are welcome to fly directly to Ximuwu Airstrip.

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Food and Drinks

Culinary delights

When seeking the ideal safari, food may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but Ximuwu’s gourmet offerings will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression. We cater to discerning foodies, offering options like relaxed bush picnics, sophisticated high teas, and elegant dinners beneath the African stars. Our culinary experience is a highlight of your visit.

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Wilderness Adventures

Experiences

Helicopter and Scenic Flights

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Ximuwu Spa

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Sleep Out Deck

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  • Another special inclusion we love to highlight at Ximuwu is a night on our sleepout deck. For those who feel like leaving their beautiful suite for a night, this is the ultimate African adventure — sleeping beneath the vast starry sky, surrounded by the sounds of the wild. From the gentle calls of night birds to the distant roar of a lion, every sound reminds you that you’re truly part of nature. As the night gives way to dawn, you’ll wake up to the most breathtaking sunrise over the bush, with coffee delivered right to your deck 🌅 It’s a truly unforgettable experience — and the best part? It’s all included in your stay at Ximuwu!
  • A recent sighting of this stunning leopard gave us a real thrill — not only was it beautifully perched in a tree, but we were lucky enough to watch it climb down right in front of us. Moments like these are what make every safari at Ximuwu truly unforgettable 🐆 🎥 @rudihulshof #XimuwuSafariLodge #LeopardEncounter #BigFive #SafariMagic #WildlifeMoments
  • Four young male giraffes gave us a beautiful show today — gently practising their “necking” skills. Necking is how young males test their strength and learn the rhythm of future battles, long before any serious competition begins. It looks almost like a slow dance — graceful, powerful, and full of quiet energy. Watching them move in perfect balance is such a joy, a glimpse into how nature prepares even its tallest giants for adulthood. #Ximuwu #GiraffesOfAfrica #WildlifeMoments #Safari #KlaseriePrivateNatureReserve #AfricanBush #GiraffeLove #LuxurySafari
  • At Ximuwu, every game drive is more than just a safari — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Set in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, with only one other commercial lodge on our traverse, our lodge offers an extraordinary sense of exclusivity. Guests often describe their sightings here as truly unforgettable — whether it’s lions resting just a few meters from your vehicle, elephants moving gracefully through the bush, or a leopard silently stalking its prey. The closeness and privacy allow for moments that feel almost magical. Every experience at Ximuwu is designed to be intimate and personal, giving you the chance to connect with nature in a way that few people ever get to. This is safari at its most raw, authentic, and unforgettable. #XimuwuSafariLodge #Klaserie #LuxurySafari #ExclusiveSafari #OnceInALifetime #BigFive #SafariExperience #WildlifeMoments #IntimateSafari #NatureUpClose
  • At Ximuwu, guests often think it’s Amanda creating all those beautiful dishes… and yes, she really is amazing — but she’s not alone in the kitchen! We’re lucky to have a whole team of three talented chefs. One of them is Twalani, who joined us a year ago. At first, he preferred to stay behind the scenes, quietly making sure every dish that left the kitchen was perfect. But lately, he’s been stepping out of his comfort zone and taking charge of our bush breakfasts — showing guests just how incredible his cooking really is. He’s still a little shy when doing his presentations, but he’s gaining confidence with every smile and compliment from our guests. We’re so proud of how far he’s come! Next time you visit Ximuwu, don’t forget to say hi to Twalani — he’s one of the reasons your breakfast tastes extra special.
  • We’ve been incredibly privileged to have so many amazing wild dog sightings here at Ximuwu. Knowing how few are left in the wild makes every encounter truly special. For a while, we were lucky to have a den right in our area — such an unforgettable experience watching the pups grow. Now that they’re big enough to explore, they’ve started roaming across the different reserves again. And just when you least expect it… they appear out of nowhere, full of energy and excitement. That’s the magic of the bush — you never know when nature will surprise you! Have you ever been lucky enough to see wild dogs in the wild?
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