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Food and Drinks
luxury Safari dining experience
Ximuwu Lodge luxury safari dining experience to complement your safari. Our private chef creates diverse, unforgettable dishes. Enjoy various dining experiences like bush picnics, elegant high teas, dinners under the stars, or casual poolside snacks. After your game drive, select your preferred breakfast style. Choose a hearty lodge feast or a light bush spread featuring fresh fruits, cereals, and fireside specialties. Savor bush dinners and cocktails under the African sky, perfect before a night safari. We focus on freshness and local sourcing. At Ximuwu Lodge, every meal is a culinary journey, enhancing your safari with exceptional flavors.
flavours of the world
Luxury dining in the African bush
At Ximuwu, dining is more than a meal — it’s a global journey of flavour. From vibrant street food dishes to refined gourmet creations, each plate is crafted to delight. Enjoy artisanal pizzas, casual bites, and handcrafted signature cocktails in relaxed, stylish settings.
Dining here is interactive and diverse. Whether you’re craving game-time favourites or prefer a peaceful meal surrounded by nature, we offer it all. Discover unique bush dining with breakfast under ancient baobabs, sunset cocktails overlooking the Drakensberg, and dinners by the water at Ximuwu Dam.
For romantic moments, choose our private starlit deck — the perfect setting for unforgettable evenings in the heart of the African bush.
drinks
The Bar
Elevate your safari experience at Ximuwu’s bar, a beacon of beauty and elegance. Our handcrafted bar serves as the perfect setting for a curated wine experience, led by expert sommelier Albert, with his right hand, Dinho. Together, they specialize in perfect pairings for our gourmet menu, focusing on both South African and international wines. Additionally, under Albert’s guidance, you can explore the art of wine selection to enhance your meal. Beyond wine, Albert is also a master mixologist, crafting cocktails like Moscow Mules and Whiskey Sours, along with bespoke cocktails tailored to your taste. With their combined expertise and our extensive cellar, your safari at Ximuwu will be enriched with fine flavors and unforgettable moments.
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Safari experience
At Ximuwu Safari Lodge, every meal is crafted as a true luxury safari dining experience. From breakfast to dinner, our chefs and butlers combine world-class cuisine with warm hospitality, ensuring each moment is unforgettable. Alongside these culinary experiences, we add refined touches to your adventure, like enjoying a glass of perfectly chilled Veuve Clicquot champagne in the wilderness. With Albert and Dinho by your side, every dining moment is elevated — whether at the lodge or during a game drive. This blend of fine dining, attentive service, and breathtaking surroundings is what makes Ximuwu unique.
Mobile Pizza oven
a unique taste
Ximuwu Lodge luxury safari dining experience is also the charm of outdoor dining with our mobile pizza oven. Rudi and Melinda craft artisanal pizzas under the stars. Join us for a slice of gourmet delight and cherish the moments at our evening gatherings.
From fine dining to street food
An Authentic Safari Experience in South Africa
Luxury Safari dining experience with global flavours
At Ximuwu, we like to do things a little differently. Our luxury safari dining experience is not limited to traditional bush meals — instead, we take our guests on a global culinary journey.
From elegant multi-course fine dining to Indonesian nasi goreng, fresh sushi, and flavourful oriental dishes — every meal is inspired by our own travels and favourite flavours.
You might find yourself enjoying smoky tacos and sizzling fajitas one evening, followed by a Peruvian-inspired dish the next. Our private chef team blends international cuisine with South African warmth, creating a truly unforgettable food experience.
At Ximuwu Lodge, dining isn’t just about eating — it’s about exploring the world through taste.
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