Features and Facilities
Tranquil atmosphere
The main lodge opens out to a stylish outside lounge area, pool deck, sun loungers, succulent gardens, braai area and cosy boma. Water-features are found throughout the gardens and create a tranquil atmosphere. Beautiful Balinese parasols catch the bush-veld breeze and create an inviting appeal to the Safari Moon pool deck which is also shaded by a flowing knobthorn, little marula and a twisted velvet corkwood.
Celebratory champagne
A hanging chair and leopard orchid suspends in the corkwood which overhangs the bar. Fully stocked with a variety of wines, beers, spirits and beverages to suit all tastes. If you wish to order something specific or a particular celebratory champagne, let us know prior to arrival in your booking notes. We also ask if guests have any preferences for drinks and snacks in their in-room mini bar.
Dining
Dinners are a lavish affair and are usually served communally under the Ardmore collection, alfresco on the deck or fireside in the boma. Nicola’s flair for flavour, presentation and winning combinations is what makes the food here so enjoyable. There's something for all and no matter the dietary requirement or intolerance's everyone can be catered for at Safari Moon. Depending on the South African season, Nicola changes up the menu, with lighter dishes like gazpacho, pink pickled salads, and sorbets in the scorching summer months and wintertime it’s all about the sumptuous potjies, creamy chicken pies, and spiced poached pears.
Lodge Facilities
- Communal Pool / Sun-loungers
- Secluded Indoor / Outdoor Lounge Areas
- The Safari Moon Bar
- Braai Area / Cosy Boma / Stylish Seating Area
- Self-Serve Coffee Machine / Tea Selection / Rusks (Complimentary)
- The Silver-Service Dining Experience | Dinner Set-Menu 3-Courses | R595pp
- Cooking Demonstrations with Nicola (Min x 4 Guests)
- Can cater to all tastes and dietary requirements including Gluten free, Dairy Free, Celiac, Kosher, Halal, Vegetarian & Vegan.
Swimming Pool
Shaded by a canopy of grey-hue parasols, the pool deck is where breakfast is served alfresco in the mornings and where guests can relax on comfortable sun loungers and unwind by the pool in the afternoons.
Facilities Photo Gallery
Honeymoon Suite
Named after the different wildlife species that can be seen in the estate and around the lodge, every suite has its own charm, style and story.
Presidential Suite
These new suites will provide an even more memorable and immersive experience for our guests,.
Recommended Tours
Tailored African Travel Ideas
The opportunity to experience an astonishing country at your doorstep makes it a good idea to make your time at Umkumbe Bush Lodge as part of a larger African vacation. We are often asked to recommend unique itineraries to other amazing destinations by our guests.
Our team is passionate about African travel and has crafted an eclectic combination of tours for you to choose from. We offer tours and experiences that combine Cape Town, the Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls, Mozambique and the Winelands - all iconic African destinations.