EXCLUSIVE LUXURY

IN THE HEART OF THE WILDERNESS

ACCOMMODATION

AT XIDULU

Built in 2012 on Weavers Nest Dam, home to a thriving pod of hippos, crocodiles, fish, and diverse birdlife, Xidulu Private Lodge offers an exclusive and immersive safari retreat. The staff are always at your service, and every meal is expertly crafted just for you by your private chef.

Accommodating up to 12 guests, the lodge features six fully serviced suites, reserved exclusively for your booking. The Sleep Out Hide which accommodates 2 guests in a secure tree house with en-suite bathroom and viewing deck is a special additional that will stay etched in your memory forever!

The Mangwa Suite

A suite fit for a king! Mangwa is the main suite at Xidulu Private Lodge. The room is connected to the main area by a raised walkway that meanders along the water’s edge allowing for views  over the hippos and crocs that lay in the dam beneath. The expansive bathroom comes with both an inside and outside shower as well as a grand bath perfectly positioned to allow you views over the dam. The private covered patio is tucked away to ensure privacy and is the perfect place to get away from it all on the day bed.

  • Private platform with a view of the dam
  • Super king size bed
  • Outside area with a day bed
  • Dressing room
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Inside and outside shower
  • Bath with a view of the dam
  • Fireplace
  • Ceiling fan
  • Air conditioning

The Nhongo, Nyala & Hongonyi Suites

Immerse yourself in the unparalleled African bushveld with a stay in the Nhongo, Nyala, or Hongonyi Suites at Xidulu Private Lodge. These suites offer a unique blend of luxury and nature, accessed via a raised wooden walkway that winds through the bushveld. Along the way, you might spot giraffes, impalas, zebras, hippos, and nyalas drinking from the dam or grazing nearby.

Each Suite leads out to a raised, private covered viewing deck providing a tranquil space to wake up slowly with a cup of tea or coffee as you watch the sun rise. The grand bath with a view further compliments the connection with nature and the inside and outside shower mean you are spoilt for choice. Airconditioning and a ceiling fan will keep you comfortable no matter the season as you drift off to sleep on the XL king size bed.

  • Private platform with a view of the dam
  • King size bed (Or two ¾ beds on request)
  • Dressing area and dressing table
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Inside and outside shower
  • Bath
  • Ceiling fan
  • Air conditioning

Mhala and Xipene suites

The Mhala and Xipene Suites have been thoughtfully curated to accommodate families. The spacious Mhala suite leads out onto a manacured lawn through sliding doors that allow for views over the dam from the comfort of your king sized bed. The Xipene suite offers two single beds and can be accessed through its own entrance or through an interleading passage to the Mhala Suite – allowing flexibility for guests to choose if they would like the suites connected or not. These two suites are located closest to the main area so that parents can easily keep a watchful eye over their children. Both Suites come with their own en-suite bathroom with inside and outside shower.’

  • View of the dam
  • King size bed
  • 2 Single beds
  • Dressing table
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Inside and outside shower
  • Ceiling fan
  • Air conditioning
  • Wifi

Lufafa Sleep-Out Hide

Escape to the wild and immerse yourself in nature with our exclusive Sleep-Out Hide, a secluded treehouse retreat just 2km from the main lodge. Elevated on stilts and overlooking a tranquil dam, this unique hideaway offers an intimate safari experience where the sights and sounds of the African bush come to life around you. Nestled among the trees, your sleep-out hide blends luxury with adventure. Drift off to sleep as the calls of nocturnal wildlife create an unforgettable soundtrack. From the gentle rustling of leaves to the distant roar of a lion, every sound tells a story of the untamed wilderness.

The dam below attracts an array of wildlife, from elephants and buffalo quenching their thirst to leopards stealthily passing by in the night. Wake up to the golden hues of an African sunrise, with a front-row seat to nature’s morning rituals. Perfect for honeymooners, nature lovers, or anyone seeking a one-of-a-kind safari escape, the Sleep-Out Hide is an opportunity to disconnect from the modern world and reconnect with the wild.

  • Elevated treehouse with panoramic views

  • Spacious viewing deck overlooking the dam

  • Boma
  • Cupboards and dining area
  • Sleeps two (double or twin bed setup)
  • Cold shower
  • En-suite bathroom for your comfort

  • Mosquito nets
  • Exclusive and private – just you and nature

  • Please note: it does not have electricity