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Jembisa is for those looking for an exceptional, personal African Safari. We take only one booking at a time to provide you with an exclusive holiday and ensure that your stay is tailormade to your requirements. It is perfect for family safaris or small groups of friends looking to experience true African hospitality and wildlife in a private, luxury safari lodge set within a private game reserve. Jembisa Lodge AccommodationBuilt originally as a family home, and still owned by the family, Jembisa has a wonderful atmosphere of relaxation and comfort. |
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Staying here one does truly feel 'at home in the bush'. The lodge is built from local stone and thatch in harmony with its surroundings. It is a beautifully designed lodge with large, spacious rooms decorated with natural materials in an Afro-colonial style. Having been a family home Jembisaalso benefits from some extras notusually found at safari lodges. For example a library, reading room,gamesroom and tennis court.
All accommodation at Jembisa is extremely comfortable and care has been taken to ensure that everything is available to meet your needs.
There are five luxury en-suite bedrooms, three with private balconies
plus a children's bunkroom. Arrangements are flexible to suit each parties
needs. Bunk beds and cots for children are available. All bathrooms have
both a shower
and a bath.
There are 3 small self-catering lodges. They are all secluded, private and fully equipped. Come and stay here to escape to the peace and tranquillity of the bush.
· Wide diversity of game including rhino, leopard, hippo, crocodile
· 7 km of the beautiful Palala river winds through the middle of
the reserve
· Malaria free
· 3 hours drive from Johannesburg
· Abundant bird life
· Guided walks and game drives subject to availability
The Cuisine at Jembisa
Our chef David will prepare delicious meals for you. Local, fresh ingredients
are used when in season including those from our own large, organic kitchen
garden. Please let us know of any special dietary needs or preferences
in advance.
Meals are varied affairs and may include picnics in the bush, dinner under the stars, lunch on the terrace, and al fresco breakfasts and brunches. A wide range of beverages are available and wines are quality South African estate wines.
Children at Jembisa
Children of all ages are extremely welcome at Jembisa. Having been a family
home Jembisa is ideally suited to families with children. In particular
having all bedrooms within the lodge provides parents with peace of mind
when staying within a game reserve.
Another important advantage to adults and children alike is that Jembisa is in a malaria free area. We aim to provide a family safari holiday where all ages are catered for including providing adults with some time for themselves.
Children’s Activities
There is much for children to do here and activities can be tailor-made
to suit them.These can include guided bush walks, instruction on tracking
and bush lore, bug walks, slide shows and bush games. There are also children's
books, games and wildlife videos available and a free babysitting service.
Children's separate mealtimes can be arranged if you choose.
Weddings
Jembisa has hosted some beautiful bush weddings. As every wedding is such
a personal experience we will liaise closely with you to meet your individual
needs and requirements. We are able to host weddings with up to 40 guests
and can arrange and provide the ingredients necessary for an exceptional,
memorable wedding day.
All details will be carefully planned from the ceremony, flowers, decoration, guest accommodation, wedding banquet, reception, etc. We even have the most romantic and secluded honeymoon cottage.
If you are considering a bush wedding we look forward to discussing your requirements with you.
Activities from Jembisa
Whether you wish to relax in style or be more active, there are a host
of options available at Jembisa.
At Jembisa Lodge
. Swimming
. Swim or relax by our natural saltwater pool
. Tennis
. Play a game of tennis on the floodlit court
Relaxation
For extra relaxation opt for a massage either in the privacy of your room
or on the secluded deck where all you will hear is the birdsong and the
river below. We use local organic oils including avocado oil and rose
geranium oil.
At the Reserve
Game Drives
Drives are in our 4x4 open landrovers with highly trained and experienced
rangers. Night drives provide the opportunity of seeing the nocturnal
animals such as leopard, brown hyena, aardvark, civet cats and porcupines.
Bush Walks
Bush walks are always fascinating and experience the thrill of walking
with rhino.
Camp Out
Camp out for a night under canvas, if you choose, getting closer to nature
and waking with the African dawn.
Bushman Paintings and Archaeological sites
The reserve has been home to many peoples over time and there are stone
age, early and late iron age sites and bushman paintings. We will gladly
help you to explore these and share our knowledge with you.
Local Excursions
There are lots of interesting places to visit and things to do in the
area and we would be delighted to accompany you to those of your choice;
- Curio shops; the Waterberg boasts some exceptional curio and African
art shops.
- Horse riding at Horizon Horseback. Adventures for the novice to the
experienced rider
- Elephant-back safaris at Rock Lodge
- Day trips to Big 5 Reserves
- Scenic helicopter flights
Email
Jembisa Lodge Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com
