South Africa - Places To Stay

Djuma Game Reserve - Djuma Vuyatela (FTTSA accredited) is a 5 star game lodge situated in a private game reserve in the Greater Kruger. Vuyatela, meaning "come and visit again", is an expression of modern South African culture. The chalets or "khayas" (meaning house in Shangaan), with private deck, pool and detached sitting room, reflect local architecture. Each of the chalets is a collection of buildings joined to each other by wooden decks. The chalets and main buildings of the lodge are decorated with quirky, moderns artworks by local artists. By recycling everyday materials like Coca-Cola bottles, cool drink cans and discarded shoe rubber, these talented artists have created colourful proudly South African artworks. A truly traditional approach has been adopted from the decor right the way through to the culinary delights. The "Rainbow Cuisine" will take guests back to the basics of South African food, with Malay, African and European influences.

Djuma Game Reserve, Greater Kruger

There are a number of transfer options to the lodge. Road transfers from nearby KMIA and Hoedspruit Airports can be arranged (1.5-2.5 hours), self drive from Johannesburg can be arranged - directions on request

8 - Luxury Chalets

£430 per person sharing, all year round

Accommodation, all meals, afternoon tea with fresh bakes, house beverages, game viewing activities and guided bush walks

Children of all ages are welcome

Morning and afternoon game drives, visit Shangaan village, guided walks

Djuma Vuyatela is FTTSA accredited. Djuma is commited to promoting community development and poverty alleviation in the area, and supports the Buffelshoek Education Trust in building two local primary schools and a media training centre for disadvantaged communities. Djuma is working with the local Shangaan communities to conserve the land for future generations and has created a workplace culture based on mutual respect and recognition of individual initiative and excellence. The Djuma team has demonstrated that fairness, ethical business practice and environmental respect form a strong basis for sustainable tourism. Vuyatela Lodge is a confirmation of the vibrant new South Africa and its ancient roots in the past. The architectural style of Vuyatela was inspired by local building techniques, which range from thatch huts to innovative modern interpretations.

All major credit cards are accepted. Payment in ZAR accepted.