Shambala Private Game Reserve:

Shambala Private Game Reserve is situated on 10,000 hectares in the Limpopo Province, a mere 2½ hour drive or 45-minute helicopter ride from Johannesburg, Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve is set under the watchful guardianship of the picturesque, malaria-free Waterberg mountains, and the magnificent African bushveld is home to a variety of remarkable flora and fauna including The Big Five. Zulu Camp is built in traditional Zulu style with streams from the nearby river running through the camp. Your adventure starts as you stand on the deck overlooking the river that is home to many animal species. The sound of birdcalls echo across the water, and in the late afternoon you might hear the plaintive call of the fish eagle as the hippos return to wallow in the river. The Nelson Mandela Villa offers six luxury bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, including a  Presidential Suite and can accommodate 12 guests. The exclusivity and privacy of this special piece of paradise is unique and unsurpassed.

Luxury Zulu Camp Accommodation:

Luxury Chalet: 7 Rooms

Zulu Camp at Shambala Private Game Reserve offers you the extraordinary experience of staying in traditional honeycomb-shaped chalets in the heart of the bushveld. From early morning until dusk the air is filled with echoing birdcalls, highlighting the uniqueness of being part of the natural bush surroundings. Each chalet is decorated in elegant Afro-French Provincial style, with a double bed dressed in the finest linens, French armoire, and full-length mirror, with a direct-dial satellite phone. The luxurious bathroom with bath and shower leads out to a refreshing outdoor shower on the private deck overlooking the surrounding bushveld. Your personal butler is on hand to turn down your room in the evening and to assist you at all times.

Superior Chalet: 1 Room

Our Superior Chalet is decorated in elegant Afro-French Provincial style, with a double bed dressed in the finest linens, French armoire, and full-length mirror, with a direct-dial satellite phone, the chalet overlooks the river flowing past the Lodge. The luxurious bathroom is enclosed with glass giving you a view of the stars and contains a bath and shower.

Nelson Mandela Villa: 6 Rooms

The Nelson Mandela Villa offers five luxury bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and one Presidential Suite. The Presidential Suite has an en-suite double bathroom and his and hers dressing room, as well as a private dining area with kitchenette and a private living room with a television.

Additional Amenities and Services: 

• Dining and lounge area with fireplace and viewing deck over the river
• Television is available only at the main lodge
• Lapa with open fire site
• A satellite telephone, mini bar with soft drinks, and umbrellas available in each chalet
• Mobile phone signal is limited to the main lodge and certain parts of the reserve
• Electricity/power available
• International plug point converters and hairdryers are available in each chalet