Camp Jabulani, Limpopo Province

Camp Jabulani represents the epitome of style, luxury, gastronomic excellence and warm hospitality. But at the heart of this five star operation lies a cause far greater than its tangible elements. This camp was conceptualized and created for one purpose. To support and sustain twelve elephants who by the hand of fate had found themselves in the custody of wildlife visionary, Lente Roode (founder and owner of the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre).

The intimate camp environment was designed open-plan to merge seamlessly with the surrounding bush. Facilities include an open air spa, lounge, dining room and shaded wooden deck overlooking a dry river-bed.

Each of the 6 ultra luxurious suites has a private plunge pool and deck area. Within the suite is a lounge area with fireplace, a free standing stone bath tub and double vanity, a glass enclosed shower within the surrounding bush, and a separate WC. The Zindoga Villa is set to be completed during 2009, and will ideally suit the family traveler, smaller groups or those who seek complete privacy and exclusivity.

Activities include daily elephant back safaris with expert grooms and handlers; game drives in open safari vehicles; visits to the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre and simple relaxation around the camp or in the “Bush Spa”. Additional activities which may be arranged at a fee include early morning hot-air ballooning over the reserve, and clay pigeon shooting.

6 ultra-luxurious suites flank a dry river bed, and are utterly private retreats, including plunge pools, wooden deck, glass enclosed shower, massive stone bath tubs and a fireplace for chilly winter evenings.