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Umlani Bushcamp

3.0 of 5
Kruger National Park 1380, South Africa
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Umlani Bushcamp
5.0 of 5 stars 62 Reviews
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Dubai
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Do not hesitate, just book, go and enjoy. The unique back to basics setting are not only comfortable but magical, especially at night eating wonderful food by the light of many, many candles. The staff are great fun, attentive, extremely knowledgeable. Their excitement about various sighting of wildlife is contagious making the overall experience a real bush adventure. The overnight... More

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Schiess, Owner at Umlani Bushcamp, responded to this review
25 April 2012

Thank you for taking time to write a Review and encouraging other possible travelers to book. It is a wonderful compliment to the Umlani team. More

Cape Town, South Africa
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Our first visit to Umlani Bushcamp (situated within the Timbavati Reserve and adjacent to the greater Kruger National Park) was absolutely everything we had imagined and more! The camp owners, management and staff were absolutely fantastic! We (my wife and three boys) spent 4 memorable nights and the experience will forever be etched in our memories! We were blessed to... More

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Escondido
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Since my first visit to Umlani in 2002 I have always wanted to go back. I finally did and wasn't disappointed as it was even better than I remembered. It is a very special experience to stay at such a rustic camp. The huts and bed are very comfortable and the outdoor shower is a special experience all by itself.... More

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Schiess, Owner at Umlani Bushcamp, responded to this review
25 April 2012

Wow... thank you Kim an awesome review, it was great to have you back .Already looking forward to having you come back . More

Rochester, New York
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

I can't say enough about how great a time we had at Umlani Bushcamp. If anyplace deserves the old cliche "once in lifetime experience" it's Umlani. Special kudos go out to the Camp manager David and his outstanding staff, all played their part in giving us a terrific three nights! Umlani Bushcamp has done a great job of combining a... More

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San Diego, California, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012
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An incredible place. The staff were fantastic, especially David, the manager. Not only is he passionate about his work, but he is a genuinely honest, hard working, knowledgeable host. Big thumbs up to our guide / driver (Ginger) and tracker, (Robert). Absolutely loved the accommodation, even although the huts are definitely not designed for tall people ;-) And remember, this... More

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luanda
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

We had 3 great nights at Umlani - the place is magical and the staff exceptional - knowledgable and friendly. What you get is a real bush experience right on your doorstep - sometimes literally. If you want electric/internet and phone - stay away!! If you want to get to know the african bush, get spoilt on views, fresh food... More

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Schiess, Owner at Umlani Bushcamp, responded to this review
11 April 2012

Thank you for your great review of Umlani Bushcamp.Please take note that we do normally provide telephone and wireless internet at the office behind the Boma which burned down on 11 December 2011. We are waiting for insurance pay out before we rebuild and once built we will have a near by telephone and free internet hot spot for guests... More

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012
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Umlani Bushcamp was the perfect place for our once in a lifetime family vacation. My wife, two grown daughters, and 3 other family members spent 4 unforgettable nights at this authentic bush lodge. The rooms as well as the dining and gathering facilities were comfortable and welcoming, even without electricity. As a matter of fact, the experience was even better... More

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Schiess, Owner at Umlani Bushcamp, responded to this review
11 April 2012

Thank your review of Umlani Bushcamp . The Umlani team appreciates your kind words and hope to see you again one day. We print letters and Trip Advisor reviews and pin them on the Staff notice board to celebrate our successes. More

Portsmouth, Hampshire
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3 reviews 3 reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012
1
person found this review helpful

From the outset, our stay in the 3 rondavels was sheer pleasure. The staff were always helpful and cheerful and the food was excellent. David, the manager, had arranged a birthday party in the dry river bed and this was outstanding with singing and dancing by the staff. The female staff were dressed in their new schweschwe uniforms and looked... More

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Schiess, Owner at Umlani Bushcamp, responded to this review
11 April 2012

I am happy to hear that your Birthday river bed dinner was a success , thank you for the kind words and hope to see you again for a third and fourth visit. More

Brussels, Belgium
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed in Umlani for 3 nights and it was a really wonderful experience. It's great to hear the nature's sounds at night, to have rangers who are very driven, a real bush experience. Don't hesitate and just go, you won't be disappointed. More

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Schiess, Owner at Umlani Bushcamp, responded to this review
11 April 2012

Thank you I appreciate your review and encouragement to readers to visit Umlani Bushcamp More

2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Amazing staff and loved the game drives. Staff all very friendly and will do anything for you... Such a positive experience and cant wait to return one day... Thank you Elvis and Shaddy Moses for the game drives and David / tembi for hospitality... And Marco for making it all happen.... More

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Schiess, Owner at Umlani Bushcamp, responded to this review
11 April 2012

thank you very much and to you..... for visiting More

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Kruger National Park 1380, South Africa
Price range (per night):* 376 AUD - 751 AUD

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