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Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge

3.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lunch and dinner served
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Timbavati Nature Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 7985
  • Place, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Orpen Gate
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Selati Nature Reserve - 9 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 58 min drive - 32.0 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 37 min drive

About this property

Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge

Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee (available 24 hours). The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly lodge include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Bathrooms offer free toiletries and slippers. Patios, portable fans, and desks are also available.
Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Fair Trade Tourism, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Umlani Bushcamp

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 328 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Umlani Bushcamp Hoedspruit
Umlani Bushcamp Lodge Hoedspruit
Umlani Bushcamp
Umlani Bushcamp Lodge
Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge Lodge
Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge Bushbuckridge
Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge Lodge Bushbuckridge

Frequently asked questions

Is there parking available at Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge?

This riverfront lodge offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge serves free buffet breakfast at Umlani Bushcamp each morning.

Will Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge.

Does Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

What is the closest airport to Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge?

The closest major airport to Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge is Hoedspruit (HDS), which is 18.5 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck), which is around 29 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge comes with a patio.

Does Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Reviews

Umlani Bushcamp - Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can’t wait to go back!!

Me and my boyfriend had an incredible time at Umlani Bushcamp. The guests, staff, ranger, tracker, hosts and everyone else involved was really nice, and there was such a welcoming atmosphere. We saw a lot of incredible wildlife, and it was a trip I will fondly remember. The drives are comfortable and exciting. We stayed for two nights, and my only regret is not staying longer. 3-4 nights would have been perfect. We loved the fact there was a rustic feel to the place without the readily available WiFi and elextricity in the lodges, although there were spaces where one could charge phones and access the internet. The communal dinners with other guests and staff gave a great community feel. We stayed in the treehouse one night, where you really feel like you are in the middle of nature away from civilisation. The beautiful sunrise I will not forget. It was a little bit scary at first however, so would not recommend to do this alone.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

José Jorge

Custo benefício desproporcional

As acomodações são confortáveis em relação à área onde o hotel está situado, porém o custo não guarda correspondência com as condições oferecidas. Além disso, somente na saída nos foi informado que teríamos que pagar pela manutenção da via de acesso ao hotel.

10/10 Excellent

sophie, paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

super réserve pour les big five

huttes sans électricité mais tout confort. Repas excellent. Rangers au top.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Berit, Stavanger,Norway

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

African autentic lodge with excellent service.

Umlani is a fantastic, autentic African lodge with excellent service and nice food. All drinks included and safaris two times daily included. The staff was professional and service minded. I loved my stay and will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort