If you are looking for a break from the madhouse that is Johannesburg and want a home away from home experience then Jembisa is for you. This exclusive use family home sleeps 12 and is only 3 hours from Johannesburg. We rented a Toyota Quantum and filled it with a group of our daughters friends to celebrate her 18th birthday. From the moment you turn into the 3000ha property you realise you are in for a treat. The place exudes tranquility and makes you feel at home immediately. The magnificent stone clad home is comfortable and stylish without being pretentious - just as you’d expect a family home to be. The meals were excellent and one surprise followed another. From sunset on the rocks in the middle of the Palala River to pizzas cooked in the and breakfast on the riverbank under the watchful eye of a baby croc, the experiences just keep on coming. Not enough can be said about every member of staff who went out of their way to make our stay memorable. The food was excellent, teenage dietary quirks were accommodated and the all inclusive rate provided soft drinks great wines 3 meals and 2 game drives. This is a little gem and is highly recommended.

This was my second trip to Jembisa and it was once again absolutely amazing! The team at Jembisa entertained us from start to finish with so many incredible activities. We were really lucky with all the rare animal sightings we had - including an African wild cat on our first night! Andre, Clayton and Ed were fantastic guides and so knowledgable about the wildlife. I really enjoyed our guided walks and mountain biking through the bush, spotting zebras and giraffes along the way. It was great to also go on the Big 5 drive and horse riding nearby.
We were spoilt all week with delicious food in some beautiful locations. The pizza cooked in a termite found was a highlight.
Thank you to all the team for a brilliant week! We hope to see you again soon!