about ximuwu

Your home in Africa

Ximuwu Safari Lodge Founders Story.

Ximuwu Safari Lodge, nestled in Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, redefines luxury safari travel. Spanning 6000 hectares of pristine wilderness, this exclusive lodge offers a unique, private experience. Furthermore, enjoy unmatched access to Greater Kruger National Park, with this part of the reserve exclusively yours. Consequently, discover privacy, luxury, and unparalleled adventures at Ximuwu Lodge.

location

Klaserie Private Nature Reserve

Ximuwu Lodge features four elegantly decorated luxury private suites, accommodating up to eight guests. Experience Africa’s wonders with unparalleled personal luxury—exclusively yours. This setup ensures a dream stay, tailored just for your group.

 

 

about us

Private Safaris

Founded by Patrick and Elly Suverein, Ximuwu is a bespoke luxury lodge catering to private groups of up to eight. Our mission is to deliver an authentic, intimate safari experience. At Ximuwu, Patrick, Elly, managers Bradd and Demi Rinsma, along with our devoted staff, ensure your stay is exceptional. With a private game viewing vehicle guided by our expert tracker, you control your safari schedule and activities, making each safari at Ximuwu unique and tailored to your desires. Ximuwu offers a personal nature escape where every experience is exclusively yours.

Looking after you

Our Management

Our young yet experienced management team, Bradley and Demi Rinsma, grew up in this pristine area and are always on standby to enhance your stay. Bradley, with his enthusiasm for the Bushveld, will ensure you experience all the unique species and vegetation this region offers. Meanwhile, Demi and her team will make you feel exceptionally comfortable throughout your stay.

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History

The Ximuwu Safari Lodge founders’ story started when Patrick and Elly Suverein, originally from the Netherlands, realized their dream by acquiring Ximuwu in 2016. Their extensive travels through 30 African nations made them fall in love with South Africa’s Klaserie. In 2021, they opened the doors to their bush haven with Ximuwu’s launch. Their unique design flair has been crucial in shaping its distinctive appeal. Now settled in Klaserie, they take joy in welcoming international visitors. Guests at Ximuwu can expect engaging encounters, from shared stories at the bar to a friendly ‘howzit’ greeting. For Patrick and Elly, the ultimate reward is watching guests immerse themselves in the Ximuwu experience, a testament to their commitment to world-class safari hospitality.

 

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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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