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

This review is a bit late as I was lucky to spend a weekend at this wonderful camp In September. As a South African it might seem strange but this was the first time me and 3 others was on a safari or at a bush camp. For our first experience it was wonderful from beginning to end , The... More

I researched Umlani as I was deciding between various lodges. The combination of one as the few safari lodges Fair Trade Tourism South Africa certified and the positive reviews about quality of experience settled it. I have not much to add to other 5 star reviews. This is a place that has the comfort you need, without the unnecessary luxury... More

This camp has it all. Beautiful clean romantic huts lit by oil lamps. An open air shower. The food and dining experience was superb. Our chefs, joanna and ruth, provided fantastic authentic meals. The staff were wonderful and very attentive. We had a great tracker, robert, and driver, ginger, so each safari was awesome. They were well educated on the... More

I visited Umlani the beginning of March 2011. It was not what I expected... it was even better! The rangers were great at finding the animals, moving the vehicle to take optimal pictures, and to eductate us about all the animals (big and small). The food was also amazing and the people were extremely friendly! When I left I said... More

First the disclaimer, this is somewhat primitive. These are open air huts and there is no fence surrounding the camp. If you are squeamish or accustomed to only 5 star hotels, this is not the place for you. There are critters everywhere and the animals have free access to the camp. Having said that, if you are willing to deal... More

Umlani is unique!! We were pleasantly surprised with the rooms and especially happy with the attention and service of the staff! Authentic Safari atmosphere. The no electricity just adds to the experience... lamps added to the Umlani "feel"! Great staff that went the extra to insure your happiness. Food was amazing! Thank you for a great trip for my family!... More

We stayed at Umlani in early Dec 2011. The place was just amazing from start to end. The service of the staff was excellent - they just can't do enough for you. The safari drivers were just superb and fun/friendly and they really know their stuff and go to every length to go and see an animal or just answer... More

We stayed at Umlani for three nights in August 2011. As soon as we arrived the hosts were very welcoming and although we were late they still gave us a quick lunch and we were on our way on our first safari. The serivce and staff were fantastic, the guides were knowledgeable and the accommodation was comfortable. I would recommend... More