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The 5 stars Djuma Vuyatela Bush Lodge in South Africa is an exclusive luxury safari accommodation, that has broken the mould of African big 5 game lodges pride of Djuma game reserve. Part of the Sabi Sand private reserve borders Kruger National Park.

5 stars Vuyatela lodge in Sabi Sand with luxury chalets, private deck, pool and detached sitting room, reflect local architecture. Builders used corrugated iron and mud to achieve an authentic effect without sacrificing luxury in any way. Vuyatela lodge visitors will notice that each of the buildings that make-up your chalet, or "Kaya" , is built in a different technique. Some of the "Kaya’s" have abstract patterns painted on the walls and others have even domestic scenes painted on them.

Djuma Vuyatela lodge is an expression of modern South African culture. Each of the eight chalets are secluded in African bush. Vuyatela lodge bed-rooms look out onto teak decks, which end in private plunge pools.

Each of the chalets at Djuma Vuyatela is a collection of buildings joined to each other. The private lounge is separated from the bedroom by a beautiful Teak deck, which ends at the private plunge pool. The view from the Teak deck is into pristine African Savanna with its bounty of animal life.

Djuma Vuyatela amenities include, 8 luxury suites, dressing-room, bathroom with bath and outdoor shower, separate lounge, private deck, plunge pool, air-conditioning, fans, mosquito nets, a telephone and bar fridge.

The main lodge includes a large double deck, outdoor dining, wine cellar, bar overlooking the watering hole, indigenous aquarium, suspended bird-watching tower.

The idea of Vuyatela cuisine is to take guests back to the basics of Southern African food with classic dishes but placing an emphasis on quality ingredients. Along with the simple, but impressive presentation, and the richness of African cuisine, we intend intriguing the palates of our guests, leaving enough mystery for a return visit.

• 2 game drives daily and a daily guided walk in the bush.

The cultural theme also runs through activities. After morning big 5 game-drive guests may accompany their Shangaan guide to his nearby village, where they will have the opportunity of interacting with his family ,kids and friends in a very authentic and contemporary African environment.