Name: Jembisa Bush Home
Address: Muisvogelkraal 654LR, 0530 Melk River, South Africa, Waterberg District, Waterberg District, Waterberg District, 0530, South Africa
Rating: 10

24-hour reception

Smoking areas

Heating

Security guard

Express check-in/check-out

Garden

Terrace

Private check-in/check-out

Fire Extinguisher

Outdoor furniture

General

Non-smoking rooms

Room service

Carbon Monoxide Detector

Smoke Detector

Rooms

Luggage storage

Laundry

Concierge services

Services and amenities

Breakfast

Restaurant

Meals

Free Wi-Fi

Free internet

Internet

Airport transportation

Transfer

Tour assistance

Tourist services

Barbecue grill(s)

Hiking

Picnic area

Fishing

Sun Deck

Recreation

Parking

Parking nearby

Swimming pool

Outdoor pool

Pool and beach

Fax and copy machine

Business

Cycling

Tennis court

Fitness facilities

Sports

Massage

First Aid Kit

Beauty and wellness

Babysitting and childcare

Children's playground

Kids

Extra decontamination measures

Personal protection equipment for guests

Contactless check-in and/or check-out

Additional measures against COVID-19

Health and Safety Measures

At the hotel

Jembisa Bush Home

Waterberg District

child-bed

child-bed-fee

external-private-bathroom

private-bathroom

shared-bathroom

10-beds

11-beds

12-beds

13-beds

14-beds

15-beds

16-beds

17-beds

18-beds

19-beds

2-beds

20-beds

21-beds

22-beds

23-beds

24-beds

25-beds

26-beds

27-beds

28-beds

29-beds

3-beds

30-beds

31-beds

32-beds

33-beds

34-beds

35-beds

36-beds

37-beds

38-beds

39-beds

4-beds

40-beds

5-beds

6-beds

7-beds

8-beds

9-beds

king-bed

queen-bed

limited-time

lounge

treatment

no-window

bay-view

bosphorus-view

canal-view

city-view

courtyard-view

garden-view

golf-view

harbour-view

inland-view

lake-view

land-view

mountain-view

ocean-front

ocean-view

oceanside

panoramic-view

park-view

partial-ocean-view

partial-sea-view

partial-view

pool-view

river-view

sea-front

sea-view

street-view

sunrise-view

sunset-view

water-view

with-view

annex

basement

main-building

1-bedroom

2-bedrooms

3-bedrooms

4-bedrooms

5-bedrooms

6-bedrooms

not-guaranteed

wired-internet-access

smoking

sauna

duplex

safe

mini-bar

breakfast-for-1

breakfast-for-2

pets-allowed

wi-fi

park access

What an incredible family experience. The staff at Jembisa were amazing and went above and beyond and exceeded our expectations. Jembisa Bush Home is stunning, relaxed and exceptionally comfortable and the staff catered for our every need, little babies under one year included. Heartfelt thanks for a wonderful weekend. Honoured to have visited and be part of the Jembisa experience.

A Family Experience Like No Other

Had a stellar experience at Jembissa! From the moment we arrived we felt welcomed and at home. Lorraine and Andre were incredibly kind and  welcoming as was the entire staff tending to our needs. The delicious food including many South African specialties were meticulously prepared and served in various locations. The house had  a great dining room and outdoor eating area but the bush meals were truly special. 

Ed our guide had such a depth of knowledge. We could ask him anything about the animals and the bush, and did! We learned so much as a result! A great storyteller, he was happy to recount many of his own stories and adventures. Best of all he was friendly, kind, and a great person to spend hours with each day on game drives and outings. 

In the end we were all sad to leave Jembissa as in just a few short days we’d formed a real bond with the place, the people, and the two lodge dogs: Milo and Astro.

Jembissa, a home in the bush

We had a fantastic stay at Jembisa. The house and it's setting are truly beautiful. The team are wonderful. We were so well looked after from beginning to end. A stunning location and great activities. Looking forward to a return visit already!

A fantastic experience

Excellent experience. All the staff were friendly and extremely helpful for our every need. Not a moment went by where I didn’t enjoy myself. From the morning safaris to the nighttime dinner in the bush, it truly was one of the greatest experiences of my life.

Excellent, must visit

What a lovely place. 

Food was delicious! Every meal was excellent. Fresh breads every day and all meals homemade. 

Hosts pay attention to detail and make your stay as comfortable as possible. Our Ranger had a wide range of knowledge about the bush and treated us to special outings every day.

Home away from home

Jembisa staff are incredibly accommodating, friendly, and welcoming, to guests of all ages. They're at your beck and call before, during, and after your stay. Your event will surely be a success and you will be a happy customer thanks to their positivity and can-do attitudes. The beautiful scenery, delicious food and drink, and the staff's extensive knowledge of the natural surroundings are icing on the cake. I want to go back already!

dream safari wedding celebration location

I have traveled the world and never have I stayed at a place more enchanted than Jembisa. I was there for four days with my sister. From the moment we arrived, we walked into a dreamscape. Bush country stretched on all sides. The staff welcomed us with smiles and drinks and seated us for the most exquisite dinner, perfectly tailored to our culinary needs. We shared our hopes for our stay with our host, and from that moment on, we were swept through four magical days, every experience curated just for us. 

Every morning, we hiked at dawn through bush country on foot with our guide, learning the names of the plants and trees and their Indigenous uses. Jembisa has plains game, and so we walked freely among giraffe, zebra, and wildebeest. No barriers between us. We had endless time to sketch them and study them and fall in love with them.  It was an experience of a lifetime. 

After our hike, we were ushered to brunch, each time in a new breathtaking place. One meal overlooked the sunlit valley, another was in the heart of the bush, another alongside a winding river. The food was delicious, the views magnificent, and the staff met our every need. In the afternoon, we journaled and rested. 

In the late afternoon, we set out for a game drive on a jeep just for us, again with our private guide who by now became our friend. At night, we shared luxurious fireside dinners in the lodge or outside in a clearing under the stars. One night, we wanted to stargaze, and our host sent us outside with warm drinks and hot water bottles and blankets, and we stayed out for hours making wishes on shooting stars. 

On our final day, my sister and I actually wept when we said goodbye to the staff. They had treated us not as guests but as family. That kind of hospitality is rare in this world. This wasn’t a transaction for them — it was a way to share their passion for the South African Bush with people around the world. The result was magic. At Jembisa, my sister and I deepened our relationship with each other, and with the earth. 

If you want to experience the South African Bush on a reserve far from the crowds, with a dose of luxury, and the warmest hospitality on the planet, come to Jembisa. Magic awaits you. 

The Most Magical Gem in Bush Country

Jembisa was heaven for our kids - everything thought through to make the stay memorable and enjoyable. Such a great place for families with lots to do and all taken care of - highly recommended! We will be back

Heaven for kids

My experience at Jembisa is one I will never forget. It was truly life changing. I did not know what to expect, but it exceeded all of my expectations. The moment we arrived there I felt so welcomed and it truly was a home away from home. The staff was unbelievable. They took the time to get to know each and every one of us. Any request we had was immediately fulfilled. The food was home made on site and delicious. I stayed at the magari villa and it left me speechless. It was clean, decorated beautifully, and the view was impeccable. It was so wonderful to look out and see animals grazing down below. The ride from the main house to magari felt like a safari ride in and of itself! We spotted many different animals and learned so much about the property on the drives. Ed, our main driver was so knowledgeable and made sure we had everything before turning in for the night. I feel like I can go on for hours and hours about my experience at Jembisa, I know I will be returning back soon! Thank you so much for the hospitality <3 

A Hidden Gem

Jembisa Bush Home is such a magical place! After a few days of safari in the Greater Kruger area, I came to Jembisa for a friend’s wedding and was absolutely blown away by my experience there. The property is gorgeous, the accommodations are beautiful and comfortable and the staff - I cannot say enough good things about the staff!  They went above and beyond to make it an incredible stay. We stayed at Magari, which is a gorgeous property overlooking a river and valley with beautiful views. We loved our room with the bonus outdoor shower!  Our drives to and from the main lodge for wedding events were scenic, fun, and full of wildlife spottings. We learned a lot about the reserve, the animals and their conservation efforts from Edmar who was such a great (and patient) guide. Every meal was delicious and every setup was stunning at different scenic locations on the property; candlelight dinners under the stars, long table dinners under twinkle lights. The views, the sunsets, the night sky full of stars, made every evening truly magical. The staff were extremely accommodating of my dietary restrictions (and all of our special requests) which made me feel so well cared for and so grateful. Lorraine was warm, welcoming and beyond helpful - taking care of every need and making us feel like old friends. Every member of the team was friendly, helpful and professional and helped make our time there that much more memorable. It was a perfect place for a wedding and friend trip and would also be great for a family vacation or a romantic getaway. This is truly a special place that feels like home. We were there only 3 nights and it was simply not enough time! I can’t wait to return! 

Jembisa Bush Home

Popular amenities

Available rooms

Location

What other amenities are there?