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umVangati House

Maruleng, Mopani

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5.0/5

FantasticFrom 20 reviews

5.0/523 Aug 2025

Lana • Couple Trip

Absolutely incredible, surrounded by natural beauty, welcomed into a stunning home, treated like family. This was a very special place that we will never forget. If you are in the area, you must experience this location. Food was delicious, equal to a fine dining restaurant. The staff were so kind!

5.0/529 Jun 2025

Vanessa • Couple Trip

Thanks so much. We had an amazing stay

5.0/51 Mar 2025

Jill • Solo Trip

The views from umVangati House were breathtaking, each dish was delectable, the staff and owners were so friendly and helpful. The room was lovely, clean, comfortable and felt very safe. I could not recommend this place more highly. It was the highlight of my trip.

5.0/59 Jun 2024

Gwendolyn

Amazing in every way, we could not fault it.

5.0/55 Jun 2024

Tom • Couple Trip

WOW!! From the second you arrive, to the moment you leave you are treated like royalty. This family run business in the mountains is the perfect getaway. All the family members are extremely friendly, professional and have a great knowledge of the house and the surrounding area. They also have a watering hole, to which someone will notify you when animals are there. As we traveled for our honeymoon, we decided to upgrade to a suite, and we were not disappointed. The views from the room were mind-blowing. The room itself had maybe the comfiest bed I have ever slept in, great amenities provided, as well as pool towels for the pool at the main house. In the main house, the infinity edge swimming pool has the most insane view of the mountains. You can choose to have your meals inside, outside, next to a fire pit or treat yourself and eat in the wine room. Unfortunately, im not a wine drinker, but the wine room was amazing. I genuinely cant say enough about how amazing this place is. The local area has lots of great activities, we visited Jessica The Hippo and a Hot Air Balloon ride both of which I highly recommend. If you are thinking of a trip then this is the place to stay, I promise it wont disappoint. The only thing I would mention is the long driveway, Id highly recommend a higher car, but we did manage in our saloon car. On the drive up we saw giraffe, so please stick to the speed limit, as they come out of nowhere. To sum it up, the best place I have ever stayed.

5.0/54 Jun 2024

Tom • Couple Trip

5.0/525 Oct 2023

Daniel • Couple Trip

Unbelievable stay in a familairy atmosphere with great food. Lidia und Giel are amazing.The view is just impressive. It is also possible to see some wild animals at the water hole. For me it is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Thank you so much for the great stay! We hope we'll come back one day.

5.0/52 Apr 2023

David • Couple Trip

Five star luxury in the middle of Blyde River Canyon. The food was delicious (both dinner and breakfast) and the views are spectacular.

5.0/522 Oct 2021

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

This place is INCREDIBLE. The hosts are the nicest people. The views are even nicer than the photos make it look, and the same with the actual place There's a huge open area in the main house and two decks. Then the rooms also have incredible views. We had dinner each night and breakfast each day and all the meals were great and very filling! Would highly recommend coming out here and seeing Blyde River Canyon and enjoying this incredible home.

5.0/521 Jun 2021

Ruan • Couple Trip

Absolutely amazing stay. The views are stunning and everything is just extraordinarily beautiful.

5.0/514 Mar 2020

Cyril • Couple Trip

We had a great stay at the umVangati House. We were very well welcomed and amazed by the location and view from the house. Everything is organised to make sure you'll have an enjoyable stay. We will definitely come back. We chose to have diner at the house and would definitely recommend it, food was great!

5.0/516 Sep 2019

David • Couple Trip

I’m truly lost for words to describe how beautiful this place is. It’s like a stunning Bel Air Mansion where, instead of Hollywood neighbours, you’re more likely to see a troop of noisy baboons or a herd of Zebra at the house’s very own watering hole a couple of hundred metres away. You MUST order Lidia’s evening meal (because it’s delicious) and try some of Giel’s Wine (because he has a gorgeous wine cellar under the main house). Try to stay two or three nights and you’ll have the most relaxing time.

5.0/58 Nov 2018

Paul • Couple Trip

Stunning! And lovely hosts

5.0/512 Oct 2018

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Beautiful place, excellent meals, amazing views.

5.0/516 Aug 2018

Felipe • Couple Trip

Recebemos um welcome drink na entrada (cortesia) . Os proprietários e a gerência são muito gentis. Os quartos são ultra confortáveis, silenciosos e com mimos exclusivos. Recomendo jantar no hotel pois é 20km da cidade , e conta com um menu completo (entrada, prato principal, e sobremesa ) por cerca de 440 rands por pessoa . Enfim valeu demais !!! O café da manhã e cortesia e foi o melhor que tivemos na viagem ( sendo que fiquei em diversos 5 estrela ) Nota 10!!!!

5.0/513 Jun 2018

Bertrand • Couple Trip

Melhor hotel que ficamos na Africa do Sul. Quartos confortáveis, proprietários simpáticos e com certeza a melhor comida que experimentamos na Africa do Sul. A vista para Blyde River Canyon é simplesmente fantástica. E possível ver animais bebendo água a partir do deck do hotel. As áreas comuns são lindas, incluindo uma piscina com vista fantástica. Vale muito a pena!

5.0/521 Mar 2018

Guilherme • Couple Trip

Ótimo atendimento, você é sempre bem tratado pelos donos do umVangati. A casa é coisa de cinema...linda, moderna, muito bem decorada, com um vista impressionante!! Ficamos hospedados no quarto casal luxo (suíte 1), o quarto é enorme, moderno e com varanda. A banheira e o chuveiro tem vista para os canyons (muito bonito). Solicitamos o jantar para noite que passamos lá, o mesmo foi preparado pela dona do umVangati, que estava saborosíssimo!! Os únicos arrependimentos foram não ter ficado hospedado mais uma noite e ter feito o tour pelos canyons.

5.0/512 Feb 2018

Verified traveler

Traveled all over the world and I have never had better service,food and scenery. It is awesome!

5.0/514 Jan 2018

Martin

Das umVangati House ist etwas spezielles in jeder Beziehung. Die Lage ist exponiert. Die Architektur und Ausstattung Luxuriös. Ganz liebevolle Gastgeber mit sehr persönlichem aber immer passendem Kontakt. Das Essen wird von der Hausherrin persönlich zubereitet und ist unglaublich gut. Selbst für mich als Vegetarier hat sie etwas gezaubert, was mit Abstand das beste Essen war, was ich im Urlaub in Südafrika bekommen habe. Das ganze hat seinen Preis, ist aber für die Leistung die man erhält jedenfalls angemessen.

5.0/513 Aug 2017

Eyal

What can I say: Great view, Super tasty food, Very welcoming staff, Outstandingly beatiful "decor" of the house, Attention to details, Proximity to the Blyde canyon. I would gladly return next time. Highly recommended.

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Swadini Road (D2189), Blyde River Canyon, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, ZA

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-9:00 PM

Check-out11:00 AM

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

The seasonal pool will be open from January 01 to December 31.
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

About umVangati House

umVangati House Location
Located in Hoedspruit, umVangati House is in the mountains and within the region of Blyde River Canyon and God's Window. This luxury guesthouse is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Blyderivierspoort Hiking Trail and 20.5 mi (33.1 km) from Jessica the Hippo.

umVangati House Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).

umVangati House Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Restaurant and Cafe
At umVangati House, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.

Room Type and Price

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 - Wed, 26 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children