We spent three nights at Umlani bush camp in the company of outstanding people who made our experience so memorable. The food was great, the guides were amazing and the overall service was excellent. The atmosphere was so relaxing and the safari drives were exiting and never a disappointment. We even spent a night in the tree house, now that's an experience of a lifetime! Our trip to Umlani was arranged by Uyaphi; they made sure that travel to and from the airport was seamless and followed up with us to be sure that everything was great, and it was! Highly recommend Umlani Bush camp to those who want to explore Africa wild!

We're home again after a four week holiday, the highlight of which was three nights at Umlani Bushcamp. I really didn't want to go but my husband did so I tagged along - very fortunately! It really was the most marvellous experience and I just don't know where to start. We were so lucky to see "The BIg Five" thanks to our guide and spotter, the safari drives were very exciting and sometimes a bit scary, such as getting close to a herd of buffalo or elephant but we had every faith in our guide who was so experienced. His knowledge of the bush and animals was amazing. It was quite something to see the animals in their natural habitat and to have a leopard walking around our jeep, close enough to touch her (we didn't!).

The early morning safari started with hot chocolate and pancakes in front of the wood fire, then luckily, in the jeep we had "bush babies" (hot water bottles) and blankets to keep us warm, it was quite cold at 6am! We could suit ourselves during the days until the evening safari so had time to use the outdoor showers then rest in our rondavel or sit on the deck with a glass of wine and look out for the animals wandering around the camp. During the evening safari we stopped for a "sundowner" (at sundown) and watched the sun set. Back at the camp,a delicious dinner was ready for us in the dining area which was beautifully lit with masses of candles and oil lamps, Being without electricity was very peaceful and relaxing.

The staff couldn't have been more charming,agreeable and hospitable. We had a wonderful time I'd really recommend Umlani and would love to go back.

We absolutely loved Umlani, the wildlife we saw in 4 days was amazing and the people were all fantastic. The food was exceptional. We couldn't wait for our next game drive and wished we could have stayed longer - we will be back!

This is not roughing it, even though there is no electricity (other than for charging batteries) the rooms were very nice, clean and comfortable. I honestly preferred the lack of electricity, it was very peaceful. From the lunch deck we saw giraffes, elephants and antelope.

On our safari drives we saw lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, all kinds of antelope, elephants and so much more. Sadly we did not see a rhino but it is just luck to see them. We did see them in Kruger though.

Over all I highly recommend Umlani and will be back.