Are You Ready for an African Adventure?
Excitement is par for the course when you visit the Greater Kruger National Park and our beautiful luxury private villa, eKhaya Bush Villa, with adventure literally on your doorstep thanks to a host of exciting things to and places to visit during your stay with us.
Of course, it wouldn't be an African safari without a full-day guided game drive in the world famous Kruger National Park where the Big Five awaits in this beautiful, untamed African wilderness. We recommend this incredible experience to all of our guests, waking them up very early, before dawn, filling them with coffee and muffins and waving them off on their adventure with a scrumptious packed breakfast.
There's nothing to compare to the thrill of being on an open game vehicle, learning all about the bush from an experienced safari guide and getting up close and personal with some of Africa's most iconic wildlife species in its most famous national park.
We also arrange morning and evening game drives in some of the smaller, private reserves bordering the Kruger National Park, allowing guests to make the most of the amazing wilderness areas that surround us.
Cool by the Pool
We're cool figuratively and literally, with luxurious surroundings at this wonderful home from home in the African bush. All of our en-suite guest rooms are air-conditioned, and with just six ensuite rooms, eKhaya is the perfect place for families and small groups of friends. With so much to do on your doorstep, exploring the town of Hoedspruit and its surrounds and venturing into the wild of Africa on full-day safaris, eKhaya really is one of the most special places in the Greater Kruger region.
Don't forget that eKhaya Bush Villa is also surrounded by its own amazing piece of wild Africa. It's located on Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, close to the centre of this lovely little bushveld town and home to a variety of wonderful wildlife, including giraffe, kudu and warthog.
Take a Walk in the Wild, and more...
There's always the opportunity to go for a walk or drive on our beautiful "home" - Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - where you can see a variety of wildlife including giraffe, zebra, kudu, warthog, waterbuck and impala. If you like we can arrange for you to hire a mountain bike allowing you to explore on two wheels! There's more than 25km of walking and biking trails on the estate. Or you can explore on horseback, if you'd prefer.
Our little hometown of Hoedspruit also offers a lot in the way of exploration and eating out, with a variety of wonderful restaurants, art galleries, curio shops and boutiques on hand to meet your retail therapy requirements.
Another big drawcard towers over our lovely little town - the Northern Drakensberg Escarpment. You can take a full-day tour of the impressive Panorama Route, offering you the chance to explore the mountains and witness the incredible views and geological formations like Bourke's Luck Potholes, the Graskop Gorge and a selection of beautiful waterfalls.
Or take a drive up Mariepskop - the highest peak in the Escarpment - where on a clear day you can see all the way to the Indian Ocean!
Helicopter and light-aircraft aerial tours are also a great way to experience the Greater Kruger region and Kruger to Canyon Biosphere, giving you a whole new perspective on this wonderful part of South Africa. Or you could try microlighting or hot air ballooning and spotting game from the air!
We also recommend visits to some of our local wildlife rehabilitation centres where you can find out more about conservation in the area and the work being done to protect rare and endangered wildlife species.
It's also important to remember that sometimes what you need most is to do absolutely nothing! No matter how active you are, there's nothing to beat just sitting by eKhaya Bush Villa's sparkling swimming pool, with a cool and refreshing drink in your hand while enjoying the warmth of the African sun on your skin.
Celebrate Africa's Colourful Heart
At eKhaya you are surrounded by colour, whether it's the amazing plumage of the fabulous birds you can spot in our garden and on Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, the lively African textiles you see all around you that make our decor so special or the mountains of fresh fruit that greet you every morning in our kitchen...
The birdlife is unbelievably good, and you're likely to see a wonderful array of colourful birds during your stay with us, so it's a good idea to bring a good pair of binoculars with you and you won't be disappointed, as just sitting for a while in eKhaya's beautiful garden will give you the chance to do some great birdwatching. Or you can take a leisurely walk around the estate and along the winding trails in our wilderness area to see what you can spot. We can also arrange guided bird walks if you would prefer.
The funky, contemporary take on decor at eKhaya combines the rich organic influences of the surrounding bush with bright, colourful tribal textiles and a diversity of textures, from intricate woven basketware to beaded artefacts and trinkets. All of these eclectic ingredients add up to a fabulous home-from-home and the perfect base from which to explore the Greater Kruger National Park.
So come and spend some time with us and celebrate love surrounded by family and friends!
