Jabulani Safari

Our experience at Jabulani was unbelievable. Everything is magical there. The lodge is a feast for the eyes. So much attention to detail. Food is outstanding!!! Chef Henlu was attentive to my Granddaughter’s peanut/tree nut allergy which is severe. Our Guide, Donovan, made the whole stay a dream come true. He is truly the best!

This was the trip of a lifetime. Great staff, accomodations,food, and of course wildlife viewing up close.

WE had a wonderful time during our 4 day/3 night safari experience at Jabulani. Our guide Jeffery was an expert in tracking and telling us all about the animals and plants in the private reserve. We saw all the the wild Big 5 animals during this visit on our morning, afternoon and evening drives. The Elephant experience is the best since you get to interact with the HERD elephants and learn in depth about their reabilitaion program. The luxury of the Lodge is definitely 5 star from the well appointed suite to the gourmet meals and lodge amenities. We will certainly look for a chance to revisit in the future.

Jabulani Lodge was pure magic—way beyond what I expected. Of course, the elephants were the main reason I came, but the whole experience blew me away, especially finding the wild herds. Nathan was an incredible guide—he really got my curiosity and made sure I got the most out of every moment, not just with the elephants but with everything else, too. The rooms were way more spacious than I thought, and I loved the enclosed outdoor shower—it felt private but still connected to nature. And wow, feeding three gentle giants on my first day? That was a total surprise and one of the best moments of the trip! Nathan’s knowledge, passion, and personality made my time there even more special. I’ve done quite a few safaris since 2010, and this was my third visit to South Africa. Nothing has hit me as deeply as Jabulani, except maybe my elephant-focused stay in Samburu, Kenya, in 2024. Jabulani, though, is more than just an elephant haven—it gives you the full safari experience, including the Big Five, which makes me even more confident about recommending it to clients.

A quintessential lifetime safari engraved in our hearts and minds! From the warmth of the hospitality team right through to the exceptionally talented chefs -who personally interacts with each guests-to the attention to detail in every room, bathroom, drinks cabinet, serviette, quality of the linen; through to the experience with the sanctuary elephants. I cannot give enough praise for this out of the ordinary experience we had. Surely to be repeated; with our extended faily from over the Globe. Well done Ruan Roos and your team.

Jabulani is a wonderful place to go! The facilities are gorgeous and the game drives exceptional. Our guide was Nate and he could not have done anything better! We spotted the big 5 the first drive we went on. It was an amazing experience.