The Venda Art Lodge is an authentic traditional village re-created by internationally renowned artist Noria Mabasa. This artistic wonderland of sculpted walls, seating areas, figures and entrances breathes the mystical spirit of Venda. Sleeps 8 sharing plus 1 single.
Sculpted sun-baked courtyards open up to en-suite African style huts in our Venda Village Lodge.
The Luxury and Lavish suites offer a romantic and secluded stay with private plunge pools and patios overlooking the animals grazing on the plain below.
Hamasha Bush Camp offers self catering accommodation for 6 people and is nestled in an amphitheatre of high cliffs, with magnificent views through the gorge to the north.
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Marula, a standard room in Venda Art Lodge, hosts 2 guests with a queen bed, 100% cotton linen, en suite bathroom, solar-powered. Shared amenities include dining, lounge, deck with a pool, and outdoor fire pit.
Lemon Tree Standard Double Room
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Lemon Tree, a Lodge standard room for 2, boasts a queen bed, 100% cotton linen, en suite solar-powered bathroom. Shared spaces include a dining room, lounge, deck with a pool, and an outdoor fire pit.
Mbeki Standard Twin Room
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Mbeki, a standard room for 2, features twin beds convertible to a king, 100% cotton linen, en-suite bathroom with shower & toilet. Shared spaces include a dining room, lounge, and deck with a pool and outdoor fire pit.
Noria Standard Twin Room
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Noria, a room for 2, features twin beds convertible to a king, 100% cotton linen, and an en-suite bathroom. Shared spaces encompass a dining room, lounge, deck with a pool, and an outdoor fire pit.
Wild Plum Standard Single Room
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Wild Plum, a solo room, features a single bed with 100% cotton linen and an en-suite bathroom. Guests share the dining room, lounge, deck with a pool, and outdoor fire pit. Ideal for pilots, guides, or children.
Miloro Lavish Suite
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Luxury unit with a king bed, 100% cotton linen, en-suite bathroom with bath, shower & outdoor shower. Lounge with a cast-iron fireplace, mini-bar, coffee station and a deck with fire pit
Mwedzi Luxury Suite
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Luxury unit with a king bed, 100% cotton linen. Dining room & lounge with gas heater. En-suite bathroom with bath, double showers & outdoor shower. Deck with private plunge pool, braai area & outdoor seating. Fully equipped kitchen.
Duvha Luxury Suite
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2
Secluded luxury unit with king bed, 100% cotton linen. Dining & lounge area with gas heater. En-suite bathroom with bath, double showers & outdoor shower. Deck with private plunge pool, braai area & seating. Fully equipped kitchen.
Naledzi Lavish Suite
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2
Secluded luxury unit, king bed, 100% cotton linen. En-suite with large bath, shower & outdoor shower. Inter-leading lounge, cast-iron fireplace, mini-bar, coffee station. Deck with private plunge pool, fire pit & outdoor seating.
Tadulu Lavish Suite
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Secluded luxury unit with a king bed, 100% cotton linen. En-suite features a large bath, shower & outdoor shower. Inter-leading lounge, cast-iron fireplace, mini-bar, and coffee station. Deck with a private plunge pool, fire pit & outdoor seating.
Luvhondo Rondavels
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Luvhondo Rondavels sleep 16-28 in 8 rooms with twin or bunk beds. Amenities include bedding, towels, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor braai, firewood, gas fridge & freezer, and gas stove.
Hamasha Bush Camp
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Hamasha Bush Camp, high-clearance vehicle essential. Private camp for 6, self-catering with fully equipped kitchen, outside braai. Lounge with fireplace, 3 units, each with 3 en-suite bedrooms. Not serviced during your stay.
Marula Standard Double Room
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Marula, a standard room in Venda Art Lodge, hosts 2 guests with a queen bed, 100% cotton linen, en suite bathroom, solar-powered. Shared amenities include dining, lounge, deck with a pool, and outdoor fire pit.
Lemon Tree Standard Double Room
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2
Lemon Tree, a Lodge standard room for 2, boasts a queen bed, 100% cotton linen, en suite solar-powered bathroom. Shared spaces include a dining room, lounge, deck with a pool, and an outdoor fire pit.
Mbeki Standard Twin Room
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2
Mbeki, a standard room for 2, features twin beds convertible to a king, 100% cotton linen, en-suite bathroom with shower & toilet. Shared spaces include a dining room, lounge, and deck with a pool and outdoor fire pit.
Noria Standard Twin Room
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2
Noria, a room for 2, features twin beds convertible to a king, 100% cotton linen, and an en-suite bathroom. Shared spaces encompass a dining room, lounge, deck with a pool, and an outdoor fire pit.
Wild Plum Standard Single Room
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Wild Plum, a solo room, features a single bed with 100% cotton linen and an en-suite bathroom. Guests share the dining room, lounge, deck with a pool, and outdoor fire pit. Ideal for pilots, guides, or children.
Miloro Lavish Suite
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2
Luxury unit with a king bed, 100% cotton linen, en-suite bathroom with bath, shower & outdoor shower. Lounge with a cast-iron fireplace, mini-bar, coffee station and a deck with fire pit
Mwedzi Luxury Suite
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2
Luxury unit with a king bed, 100% cotton linen. Dining room & lounge with gas heater. En-suite bathroom with bath, double showers & outdoor shower. Deck with private plunge pool, braai area & outdoor seating. Fully equipped kitchen.
Duvha Luxury Suite
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2
Secluded luxury unit with king bed, 100% cotton linen. Dining & lounge area with gas heater. En-suite bathroom with bath, double showers & outdoor shower. Deck with private plunge pool, braai area & seating. Fully equipped kitchen.
Naledzi Lavish Suite
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2
Secluded luxury unit, king bed, 100% cotton linen. En-suite with large bath, shower & outdoor shower. Inter-leading lounge, cast-iron fireplace, mini-bar, coffee station. Deck with private plunge pool, fire pit & outdoor seating.
Tadulu Lavish Suite
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2
Secluded luxury unit with a king bed, 100% cotton linen. En-suite features a large bath, shower & outdoor shower. Inter-leading lounge, cast-iron fireplace, mini-bar, and coffee station. Deck with a private plunge pool, fire pit & outdoor seating.
Luvhondo Rondavels
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16
Luvhondo Rondavels sleep 16-28 in 8 rooms with twin or bunk beds. Amenities include bedding, towels, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor braai, firewood, gas fridge & freezer, and gas stove.
Hamasha Bush Camp
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6
Hamasha Bush Camp, high-clearance vehicle essential. Private camp for 6, self-catering with fully equipped kitchen, outside braai. Lounge with fireplace, 3 units, each with 3 en-suite bedrooms. Not serviced during your stay.
There is no better way to experience Namibia than with a fly safari around the country. Expect unforgettable stays in some of Namibia’s most awe-inspiring places, from iconic Sossusvlei to the vast wilderness of Etosha, ancient Damaraland to eerie Skeleton Coast.
From the onset in the vibrant Durban, relish exquisite stays with sundowner serenity. Travel to Saint Lucia and iSimangaliso Wetland Park for a bush and boat safari. Move on to Zululand to appreciate verdant nature scenes and experience adventure and relaxation in luxury.
Follow Rhett & Claire's steps on an unforgettable Namibia adventure. Explore the most remote destinations of this country, and discover breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and ancient wonders.
Touch down in magnificent Cape Town and then leisurely peruse the Stellenbosch winelands, before exploring the gorgeous Garden Route, spotting whales along the way. Hop over to Zululand, where you will witness pristine wilderness and experience luxurious stays.
Starting in charming Hermanus, take your time winding up the southeastern coast of South Africa, relaxing and rewinding at our bespoke selection of exclusive and secluded stays. Explore beautiful beaches and gorgeous indigenous forests, ending in the Eastern Cape surrounded by pristine wilderness.
The first half of this trip takes you to the bucket-list item, Sossusvlei, followed by Namibia’s adventure capital, Swakopmund. In between exclusive and boutique stays, admire desert-adapted elephants and panoramic views in remote Damaraland, before revelling in extensive game drives through famous Etosha.
Kick off the euphoria with Atlantic Ocean views and stunning South African stays. Reawaken your senses in pristine nature reserves and enjoy lush Garden Route forests and mountains with many trails worth exploring. After a mid-trip safari experience, appreciate charming towns with splendid scenery and culinary delights.
This trip celebrates South Africa’s highlights with luxury stays that make the most of the beautiful natural surroundings. Cape Town welcomes you to its prime spots, while a lovely meander along the coast reveals the lush Garden Route. Ocean views then change to wide-open savannas with a finale at the Kruger
Discover the pristineness of Namibia’s hidden gems, featuring exclusive eco-lodges and revitalising wellness experiences. This self-drive adventure takes you through unique landscapes and remote regions with stops at the world-famous dunes of Sossusvlei, the wilderness of Skeleton Coast, multi-day hiking trails in Damaraland, and sleeping under the stars at Kwessi Dunes.
Experience the unsurpassed beauty of the Cape Winelands and Atlantic Seaboard. Indulge in wine tastings in the vineyards and stroll through Stellenbosch’s charming streets. Dine in world-class restaurants in Franschhoek, topping it off with ocean views in Camps Bay.
Experience Namibia's top highlights with a romantic trip to its most unforgettable destinations. Start with the stunning dunes of Sossusvlei before heading to the coast for a refreshing rest. Explore the massive boulders of Spitzkoppe and travel to mountainous Damaraland, where rhinos roam wild. Then it’s off to Etosha and the Zambezi for an overdose of magnificent wildlife.
Enjoy a lavish stay in Windhoek before journeying to Etosha's ultimate chic safari hideaways. Move onward to Damaraland's desert-scape, where black rhinos roam. Marvel at Spitzkoppe in style, then head to Walvis Bay's flamingo-dotted lagoon and finally witness the majesty of Sossusvlei.