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This page provides you with safari lodge rates and availability information. Experience the ultimate flexibility and luxury with our customizable itinerary at Ximuwu Safari Lodge. Tailored to your preferences, each day offers a unique adventure. Firstly, you can embark on a sunrise safari; alternatively, relax in our spa in the afternoon. Moreover, enjoy a starlit dinner in the bush. Your schedule is yours to design. Indulge in the freedom to explore at your own pace, knowing our attentive staff handles every detail. At Ximuwu, every day is a new discovery you have crafted.

Itinerary example 4 nights/ 5 days

EXCLUSIVE USE

FOR 6 GUESTS OR MORE

  • Ximuwu offers the ultimate luxury experience by allowing you to book per room or reserve the entire lodge for exclusive use. Imagine having this stunning lodge all to yourself, starting with just six guests. Whether it’s family or friends, your group can enjoy complete privacy and unparalleled luxury in our exclusive setting.
  • Luxury Amidst Nature: At XIMUWU Lodge, guests enjoy luxury that fits perfectly with nature. Located in an open savannah full of wildlife, our lodge promises a memorable safari.
  • Tailored Safari Adventures: XIMUWU Lodge offers personalized safari trips. Here, adventure meets luxury with top-notch service. Enjoy a custom journey where every detail adds to your experience.

FACTSHEET

Lodge Amenities
Swimming Pool & Sun Loungers
Complimentary Wi-Fi
4 Luxury Suites (Max 8 Guests)
Air Conditioning & Fans
Fireplaces in Main Lodge & Each Suite
Open Firepit Overlooking the Waterhole
Woodfired Pizza Oven on the Outside Deck
Cinema Projector, Smart TV in Bar
Full Music System Throughout the Lodge
Fully Wheelchair Accessible
Additional Features
Separate Room for Nurse, Pilot, or Private Guide
Gift Shop
Fitness Centre
On-site Spa Facility
Laundry Service
Top Quality R.O. Plant for Quality Drinking Water
Sleep-out Deck
2 Photographic Hides
l’Occitane Products Throughout the Lodge
Airport Shuttle Bus

A stay where every moment feels tailored to you

What's included in your private safari stay

Enjoy all-inclusive luxury with every stay at Ximuwu Safari Lodge. Amenities include a stylish lounge with bar, a fine dining restaurant, and an elegant breakfast area. Guests can relax with a one-hour spa treatment, enjoy TVs for major sports events, and explore the bush from our sleep-out deck or two photographic hides.

Your stay includes:
– Two game drives daily, tailored to your pace
– Memorable bush experiences like sundowner drinks, bush breakfasts, and outdoor dinners (weather permitting)
– All meals and beverages.
– A complimentary 30-minute helicopter flight
– Free airport transfers from Hoedspruit (Eastgate)

Relax. Explore. Indulge.

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SAFARI LODGE RATES AND CONDITIONS

Suites 2025 2026
Per person sharing per night ZAR 24,000 ZAR 26,500
Single use per night ZAR 29,000 ZAR 32,000
Exclusive use available for bookings of 6 guests or more
Children 8-12 when sharing a suite with 2 adults ZAR 9,000 ZAR 10,000
A single child accommodated in their own suite will attract the full adult rate ---
Pilot/Nurse Room* per guest ZAR 9,000 ZAR 10,000
*Pilot Room is only for caretakers, pilots, and freelance guides. It excludes game drives and alcoholic beverages.
Every guest aged 12 years and over is subject to a conservation levy of ZAR 480 per night in 2025, and ZAR 520 per night in 2026.
Note: Exchange rate as per 29-04-2025: ZAR 26,500 ≈ USD 1,429 or EUR 1,253. ZAR 32,000 ≈ USD 1,725 or EUR 1,514.

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“Experience the magic of Ximuwu Safari Lodge during our low season! From 1st February to the end of March and 1st November to 14th December, enjoy a more private, intimate safari adventure. Fewer guests mean more personalized service, tranquil game drives, and exclusive moments with nature. It’s the perfect time to experience our luxury lodge at its most serene. Book now for the ultimate escape!”

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  • We are thrilled to share some incredible news!

This week, Ximuwu Lodge has officially been awarded 5 STAR PREMIUM status by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa.

This is the highest level of recognition in South Africa’s luxury hospitality industry – reserved only for a very select number of lodges and hotels that truly exceed expectations in both quality and service. We are proud to now stand among this elite circle.

What makes this award even more meaningful is that it also recognises our commitment to accessibility at the very highest level. At Ximuwu, we believe the magic of safari should be open to everyone, and we are honoured to lead the way in inclusive, barrier-free safari experiences.

For us, this is more than just stars on paper – it reflects the passion, dedication, and heart of our entire team, who go above and beyond to make every stay unforgettable. From magical wildlife encounters to our personalised service and world-class facilities, this award is a celebration of what makes Ximuwu unique.

A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful guests for trusting us with your journeys and being part of our story. And to our incredible team – this achievement belongs to you!

Ximuwu Safari Lodge is now officially 5 STAR PREMIUM – and we cannot wait to welcome you to experience it for yourself.

#award #awardwinning #luxurylodge #luxurysafari #fivestar #premium #SATGC #tourism #southafrica
  • Did you know… at Ximuwu we serve Veuve Clicquot as part of our all-inclusive experience? 

Whether you enjoy it as a pre-dinner treat, with your sundowner in the bush, or like today alongside fresh scones – it’s always the right moment for bubbles! 

And the best part… Albert’s beautiful smile is always included too 🥂✨

What’s your favorite way to enjoy a glass of champagne?

#champagne #veuvecliquot #luxurysafari #vacation #safari #ximuwu #lowveld #hoedspruit #klaserieprivatenaturereserve
  • Yesterday was one for the books here at Ximuwu!

During their morning helicopter flight, our guests spotted none other than Ezulwini – one of the most famous big tuskers of the Greater Kruger. Seeing him from the air was already a thrill, and in the afternoon we set out to try and find him again on the ground. No luck… and we thought that was the end of the story.

But Ezulwini had other plans.

Just as our guests were getting ready to head to their rooms after dinner, he appeared – now in the company of a herd of elephants – and made his way right to our waterhole. Imagine the excitement on the deck as this incredible giant quenched his thirst only a few meters from where we stood.

The video we captured might not be crystal-clear, but moments like this don’t need perfect pixels. They’re etched in memory, in the thrill of the unexpected, and in the privilege of sharing space with one of Africa’s true icons.

Ezulwini, thank you for making Ximuwu your stopover – you’ve left us all in awe ✨
  • Did you know zebras don’t have just one “baby season”? Unlike impalas and wildebeest, who mostly give birth in a short burst, zebras can welcome their foals any time of the year.

What’s amazing is how every foal instantly knows its mom by her unique stripe pattern — it’s like their very own secret code in the wild. This little one stays super close, always keeping an eye on mom, soaking up all the safety and love it needs to grow strong.

Moments like these—full of curiosity, closeness, and wonder—are exactly why we love sharing the magic of Ximuwu with you.

Have you ever spotted a zebra foal staying close to its mom on safari? Tell us your favourite wildlife moments!
  • This morning’s game drive had us crossing paths with a truly magnificent male lion, his beautiful mane catching the first light of day. He strolled past with the calm confidence only a king of the bush can carry. Moments like these are why we love waking up in the wild… Happy #Caturday from all of us at Ximuwu! 🦁✨
  • At eye level, every detail comes alive — the piercing gaze, the sleek muscles, the quiet power in every movement. Sitting in our photographic hide as a cheetah steps into view is a moment that stops time. It’s the kind of encounter that stays with you forever, a reminder of how raw and beautiful the wild truly is. Stay with us at Ximuwu, and perhaps you too will find yourself face-to-face with the magic of Africa 🍀
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