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Beautiful experience!

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 09 Dec 2024
Bumi is very special! It’s definitely a place you come to relax and not your traditional safari lodge! Don’t expect big game and adventure! Enjoy the laid back vibes and go on lake cruises, village visits and go fishing! It was such a highlight of my stay! Nyasha, Simeon, Lemon, Sunshine every single person there went above and beyond! I know I’m leaving out names! Thank you my time was wonderful!
Date of stay: November 2024
Trip type: Travelled solo
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Thank you for your positive review. We are pleased that you had a wonderful experience at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge. We hope to see you again for another amazing African safari experience.
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    Reviewed 12 September 2024

    Bumi Hills is perfection. Gorgeous rooms on the hill offer stunning views and excellent comfort. Chef Sunshine prepared delightful meals and my Mola Village visit led by guide Power was a dream come true. The sunset lake cruise offered my opportunity to get fabulous photos, as did our nature and game drives. I can’t wait to return.
    African Bush Camps outshines other safari providers.

    Date of stay: September 2024
    • Trip type: Travelled solo
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    African Bush Camps African Bush Camps, Marketing at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge - African Bush Camps, responded to this reviewResponded 25 September 2024

    Hi Coralreefgirl, thank you for your wonderful review! We are pleased that you had such a delightful safari experience with us. We cannot wait for your return to provide you with another unforgettable African Safari experience.

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    Reviewed 23 August 2024

    Wonderful place, wonderful people, best safari guide, excellent food . The room is very comfortable and luxurious. We had walking safari and game drives and village tour. All done in the best way. Our guide was excellent. We enjoyed good food

    Room tip: Perfect for honeymoon and celebrations
    Date of stay: August 2024
    • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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    African Bush Camps African Bush Camps, Marketing at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge - African Bush Camps, responded to this reviewResponded 4 September 2024

    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable African Safari.

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    Reviewed 16 August 2024

    A luxurious place to stay with monkeys, baboons and all other sorts of amazing wildlife and views right at your doorstep.
    Special shoutout to Power for being the best tour guide and for keeping us entertained and safe for our entire stay. Highly recommend the fishing.
    The lodge is stunning, the food is delicious and the staff couldn’t be nicer or more helpful.

    Room tip: Bring medical supplies and take a trip to donate to the local village. Truly a rewarding experience.
    Date of stay: August 2024
    • Trip type: Travelled with family
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    Thank Asmahan G
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    African Bush Camps African Bush Camps, Marketing at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge - African Bush Camps, responded to this reviewResponded 23 August 2024

    Thank you for your review! We are so delighted you enjoyed your safari experience with our amazing team and guides. This is what we strive for. We will be sure to pass on your compliments and we hope to see you again for another amazing safari experience.

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    Reviewed 15 August 2024

    Bumi Hills location is mindboggling, with sweeping views of Lak Kariba. Our favorite outing was the village tour with Harris, based on his detailed explanations and personal insights. The staff is kind, forward-thinking, and attentive,

    Date of stay: July 2024
    • Trip type: Travelled with family
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    Thank andreaschnoor
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    African Bush Camps African Bush Camps, Marketing at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge - African Bush Camps, responded to this reviewResponded 23 August 2024

    Thank you for your positive review. We are so glad you enjoyed your safari experience, and we hope to see you again soon.

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    Reviewed 10 March 2024

    I highly recommend this to everyone looking for a unique experience in the bush, in conservation, or just a place to go and connect with nature, relax, get out of your head, and sample this little piece of paradise.

    The lodge, the staff, the food, and the experience are amazing. I give it five stars for the locals on the ground. Harris, my fantastic guide; Talent, my host; Ben, my special room attendant; Lemon, the maitre-d & waiter, but more than that. He ensured that every meal was tailored to me and my needs.

    You fly here and then have nothing to worry about. Everything is taken care of for you but personalized for how you wish to spend your days. Game drives, fishing, walking, and boating are all included.

    It’s a small lodge, and everyone knows your name! That’s the beauty of Bumi Hills.

    The kitchen and food are delish. The chef definitely knows how to cater to a diverse crowd with stunningly fresh, local, yet internationally-tailored meals. There is something for everyone. He is world-class.

    On the flip side, they had their foundation meeting, and their aviation staff met here.

    There were so many additional people who were non-paying guests.

    These guys took over the place and made for a less personal experience for me.

    The common areas, two lounges, and one restaurant accommodate 10-12 rooms, so it’s not exactly a large area.

    I couldn’t use the common areas to relax in quiet, access the internet and WhatsApp, make calls, or catch up with friends abroad. I had to relax in my room without the internet, which was confining.

    If they are to mix guests and non-paying partners, they need to arrange different areas for the workers to congregate. They also need to arrange decent WIFI in the rooms. I understand that five years ago, it was commonplace to restrict WIFI, but in this day and age, it is necessary to stay connected.

    For this reason, I would rate BUMI 4.5 stars.

    Room tip: Bring little, as there's a free daily laundry service. Bring a bag of good ground coffee and if you want whole wheat bread, bring a loaf.
    Date of stay: March 2024
    • Trip type: Travelled solo
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    African Bush Camps African Bush Camps, Marketing at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge - African Bush Camps, responded to this reviewResponded 10 September 2024

    Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're delighted you enjoyed the unique experience, the excellent service from Harris, Talent, Ben, and Lemon, and the quality of our food.

    We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the additional guests and the Wi-Fi. Your feedback is important, and we'll work on improving the management of our spaces. Please note that while we do offer Wi-Fi, we hope our guests also take the opportunity to fully immerse in the natural beauty and tranquility of Bumi Hills Safari Lodge.

    We hope to see you again very soon!

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