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Jembisa Bush Home, Waterberg | Timbuktu Travel
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Jembisa Bush Home

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About Jembisa Bush Home

A sole-use private bush getaway in Limpopo's beautiful Waterberg region.

Jembisa Bush Home was originally built as a family home, and is a wonderful sole-use option for families or a group of friends looking for a fun-filled bush experience with the freedom to plan your stay exactly to your own requirements. The lodge is situated within the private Palala River Reserve, named after the river which flows through it, in the beautiful malaria-free Waterberg region of Limpopo Province. This area is also renowned for the significant number of Bushmen rock paintings and ancient archaeological sites, adding a further fascinating dimension to a great all-round safari experience.

From $460 per person/per night
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The property

The double-storey stone and thatch lodge has everything you might expect of a stylish family bush retreat, with generous open-plan lounge and dining areas, a snug library and children’s play room downstairs. A wide veranda leads down onto broad sweeps of lawn, with a viewing platform overlooking the reserve and Palala River. Within the gardens, there is a floodlit tennis court, and a salt-water swimming pool with sun loungers strategically placed to soak up the sun and the views of the surrounding bushveld.

The rooms

Jembisa Bush Home has six spacious en-suite double bedrooms featuring natural tones and colourful contemporary touches, with a comfortable homely feel all round. Three of the rooms have private balconies. A separate bunkroom for up to four children offers privacy for the adults and independence for the younger family members, and cots are available if required. One of the highlights at Jembisa is to spend a night camping out under the stars.

Activities

The beauty of having Jembisa to yourself means absolute freedom to explore the reserve at your own pace. Daily game drives and bush walks offer the chance to see a variety of plains game, with the exciting possibility of spotting leopard, aardvark and civet at night. Visit ancient bushman rock art sites, pack a picnic and stay out all day, or enjoy a massage while the kids play tennis, swim, and learn some bushcraft skills in the Junior Tracking Academy.
Plan your stay

How to book Jembisa Bush Home

How do I book Jembisa Bush Home?

Jembisa Bush Home 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 Jembisa Bush Home 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 Jembisa Bush Home?

Stays at Jembisa Bush Home start from around $460 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.

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