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Mossel Bay

Gondwana Ulubisi House

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About Gondwana Ulubisi House

Big Five and superb fynbos at this exclusive Garden Route safari hideaway

Driving the Garden Route between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth is normally all about exploring the coast, with a few stops in cute little dorpies (towns) en route. Now, Gondwana Game Reserve, just inland from Mossel Bay, offers travellers the chance to stop over and see some big game. Surrounded by the impressive Outeniqua and Langeberg ranges, and forming part of the world's richest plant kingdom (1000-plus species on the reserve alone), Gondwana is a nature-lover's treat. Ulubisi House is its newest and most exclusive offering. Booked on a sole-use basis, it has its own private guide, chef and butler.

Mossel Bay , South Africa
From $420 per person/per night
Safari
3 Rooms
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The property

High thatched roofs and open-plan living spaces give the villa a particularly spacious atmosphere that's enhanced by the endless wilderness views through foldaway concertina doors. Exit to the wraparound veranda and take in the panorama to the distant mountains. The interiors are crisp, with polished concrete floors, African artworks and easy-on-the-eye touches of wood – and complete comfort. The lounge, one of several seating areas, opens to the deck and its side-by-side pool and Jacuzzi. There's a TV room too.

The rooms

Downstairs are two gorgeous double bedrooms, with the main bedroom above (the latter can be transformed into a large room for kids). All in all, there's space for six adults, or four adults and four kids. The furnishings throughout are high quality, from the king-sized beds to the plush armchairs, and hand-crafted cupboards. The bathrooms, semi-open to the bedrooms, have tubs, double basins and huge rainshowers, all with views. You'll find plenty of family-friendly games in the cupboard upstairs.

Activities

Morning and evening game drives get you close to many of Africa's iconic mammal species, from lion, elephant, giraffe and zebra to black and white rhino, and antelope. This is a private reserve, so you can stay out after dark for some nocturnal action, or take a guided walk in the land around the house – no dangerous game here! Your private guide will help you schedule activities, and also accompany you on mountain biking, fishing or trail running excursions.
Plan your stay

How to book Gondwana Ulubisi House

How do I book Gondwana Ulubisi House?

Gondwana Ulubisi House can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made South Africa trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended South Africa trips featuring Gondwana Ulubisi House or get advice and suggestions from one of our South Africa specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Gondwana Ulubisi House?

Stays at Gondwana Ulubisi House start from around $420 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Gondwana Ulubisi House

South Africa

Mossel Bay

A harbour-side town marking the beginning of the much-loved Garden Route