the lodge

a blend between style and nature

Ximuwu: Where Luxury Meets Nature. Experience the perfect blend of modern comfort and stunning natural beauty. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the bushveld, reconnecting with your senses in our serene suites. Enjoy breathtaking African landscapes, relax by the pool, or enjoy memorable moments at our firepit. Ximuwu is your peaceful haven.

the lodge

Seclusion & Serenity

Our central lodge serves as a cozy hub, featuring indoor and outdoor dining areas, a breakfast room, a sophisticated bar, a snug lounge, and a sheltered patio. Adjacently, the sun deck and firepit near our 16-meter pool provide a perfect spot to soak in the scenic beauty. Moreover, this arrangement ensures tranquil moments away from the crowd, offering a serene retreat ideal for relaxation and enjoying the natural surroundings at Ximuwu.

the suites

Light & Spacious

Ximuwu offers an intimate retreat for up to eight guests, featuring four spacious suites located near the main lodge for both privacy and convenience. Each north-facing suite benefits from ample natural light and provides stunning views through floor-to-ceiling windows, overlooking the reserve’s waterholes for unparalleled wildlife sightings. Furthermore, these strategically placed suites ensure that every guest enjoys a unique connection with the natural surroundings, enhancing your luxury safari experience at Ximuwu.

Private Suites

high quality finishes

Comfort & Tranquillity

Our décor, where style meets nature, thoughtfully combines the beauty of the landscape with utmost comfort. High-quality finishes and raw materials blend seamlessly, bringing the outdoors inside. Furthermore, every detail, from hand-painted curtains to steel cladding, is meticulously chosen to delight our guests. This careful attention to detail ensures that each element enhances the natural elegance of Ximuwu, providing an immersive and luxurious experience.

A cozy gem next to Ximuwu Lodge

THE HIDEAWAY

Nestled beside our private residence, just a stone’s throw from the renowned Ximuwu Lodge, we are thrilled to introduce our newest offering: the Hideaway Guesthouse. This charming retreat is designed for those seeking a serene escape into nature without the full array of services found at Ximuwu Lodge. (not wheelchair accessible)

THE HIDEAWAY PDF

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Main Lodge

What sets us apart?

The details

Pilot \ Guide Room

Travelling with a private pilot, nanny, nurse, or other household staff? We can offer your travel companions (up to two) a comfortable ensuite room within close proximity to the lodge.

Wheelchair Friendly Safaris

Ximuwu is proud to offer wheelchair-accessible safaris. Our lodge is perfectly set up with spacious corridors, wide doorways and no steps or sills, allowing full access throughout the lodge for guests with mobility aids and wheelchairs. Two of our spacious rooms provide easy access to showers, toilets, and bathroom vanities.

Wheelchairsafari.com

Ximuwu Spa

Experience ultimate relaxation

Spa Treatment PDF

Butler Service

Whatever your needs, we’ve got you covered with our 24-hour on-site butler service. Let us create a highly personalised experience for your South African adventure.

Photographic Hides

Make use of our unique vantage points, use our photographic hides just like Karolina does from time to time.

Karolina Norée

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The Latest from Instagram

  • Surround yourself with the calls of wild animals and let the serenity of the moment wash over you at bush drinks. 🦁🌿

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  • A herd of Wildebeest drinking at the waterhole in front of the lodge 😍 The Ximuwu waterhole is one of the only water sources that still has water as most of the dams have completely dried up & it’s starting to attract lots of animals. 

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  • The dominant male of the Sark pride mating with one of the lionesses within the pride. 🦁 
Stay tuned for updates & possible Cubs! 

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  • After weeks of not seeing this cheetah, he finally decided to come & say hello. Taking a slow morning drive, we bumped into him on the airstrip. It was a beautiful moment spending some time with him after so long. 

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  • Spending some time with an elephant herd is always captivating. Seeing this calf at only a few days old, watching how unstable he is on his feet & how unsure he is with his trunk. 🐘 Oh man! How special. 

To join us for a captivating experience, click the link in our bio. 🍃

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  • With the surrounding dams drying up, our waterhole at Ximuwu is becoming a drinking hotspot. This past week we have had various wildlife coming to drink, from elephants to Lions 🦁 let’s see what this week brings! 

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