Only half an hour away from the Kruger National Park’s Orpen Gate, Zuleika Country House is located at the foot of the awesome mountain range of Limpopo’s Blyde River Canyon, the largest green canyon in the world!

Zuleika can be found easily without any detours, and Hoedspruit's Eastgate Airport with daily connections to both Johannesburg and Capetown, is only 20 km away (transfers by arrangement).

Zuleika's thatched buildings are discreetly tucked away between citrus and mango estates enhancing privacy and peacefulness. The complex is surrounded by a fascinating selection of indigenous bird-inhabited trees and bushes and a carefully balanced garden.

There are five double rooms and two self-catering units on the premises. The seven spacious, air-conditioned guestrooms, which are both private and comfortable, conjure up the latest word in contemporary organic design.

All have en suite bathrooms, satellite TV, large king-size beds, lofty ceilings with big fans and wooden stable doors opening onto the garden / and/or canyon views. There are two separate units ideally suited for families with children.

In the main building there is an exhibition hall displaying local art, as well as a curio/craft shop. The atmospheric bar opens out onto the terrace.

Zuleika's sweeping terrace offers a uniquely romantic lookout onto the dramatic canyon cliffs of the Drakensberg.

During happy hour, please come and enjoy one of our bartender's uncanny canyon cocktails, or soothing sundowners, and marvel at the splendid terrace views as the setting sun starts repainting the canyon cliff walls.

The huge elevated pool by the baobab trees with exciting views toward the canyon invites the visitor to a refreshing dip, and there are great tanning opportunities on the reclining chairs alongside. And how about preparing, roasting and consuming your own favourite b. b. q meal in the secluded lapa! Zuleika is available for weddings, small functions and parties.

A whole range of outdoor activities are available to the visitor. There's the fishpond behind the garden with carp, bass and yellow fish. For bird watching enthusiasts: the fish eagle and various colourful louries and humorous hornbills find their habitat in the shrubs and trees on the Blyde riverbanks. The reserve boasts over 200 bird species no less! A path takes you to the river in only 7 minutes on foot. The Blyde features several relay teams of hippo and some brooding bashful crocs.

There are opportunities to inspect and taste the local lemons, sensationally fibreless mango, litchis, papayas and guavas (when in season). The 29000 hectare nature reserve abounding in wildlife (leopard, cheetah, rhino, giraffe, hippo and small antelope) features a 33 km gorge with spectacular preciptqus cliffs rising up to 800 m from the river bed.

The view points (Bourke’s Luck Potholes), The Pinnacle, God’ s Window, Three Rondavels) allowing the visitor full appreciation of the stunning visual drama that the canyon and it’s lake afford, are within easy reach.


Available Preset Excursions:

HORSE TRAILS

Includes a game drive on the twelve thousand hectare, Big 5 Reserve, sundowners, and dinner at the Rhino Lapa. Pick up and drop off from and at Zuleika. Drinks for clients own account.

KAPAMA NIGHT DRIVE

Includes entrance fees, light lunch at Harry’s Pancakes and pick up and drop of from at Zuleika. Explore the natural beauty which nature has bestowed on this area. God’s Window; looking out on two opposing sections of cliff face; Bourkes Luck Potholes; over many millions of years the rushing waters of the Treur – and Blyde Rivers joining forces here, has acted like a washing machine on the rocks. The force of the swirling stones and sand has gouged out a series of natural holes, creating this wonder. Berlin and Lisbon falls as well as the Three Rondavels; huge cylinders of rock with hut-like pointed roofs. The three peaks were named by Chief Maripi for his three favourite wives, among many.

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

A set rate on the basis of 4 people, including conservation levies, breakfast, lunch and pick up and drop of, Zuleika. Services included. Professional Tour Guide, transfers and touring a luxury air-conditioned Toyota Landcruiser.

RIVER RAFTING

Full day until 17h30, includes all transport and meals.

HOT AIR BALLOONING

For a bird’s eye view of the local wildlife, indigenous trees, bird life and spectacular mountain. Breathtaking at sunrise. Including all transport and breakfast.

MOHOLOHOLO REHABILITATION CENTRE

One of the most unique wildlife rehabilitation centres, where injured wild animals and raptors are cared for, rehabilitated and reintroduced into the wild. It is regarded as the safe haven for the Magnificent Seven, these are the Martial Eagle, Black Eagle, Crowned Eagle, Tawny Eagle, Bataleur, African Fish Eagle and the Giant Eagle Owl. Daily guided tours.

BLYDE RIVER DAM BOAT TRIPS

Guided tour on the 55.1 million cubic metres Blyde River Canyon Dam. Visit a rare Tufa waterfall, building around itself, the local hippo’s and enjoy the amazing views and majestic cliffs towering over you.

BOMBYX MORI SILK FARM

Tour the whole spectrum of Silk Production and purchase exclusive silk goods

NYANI TRIBAL VILLAGE

Experience the daily lives of a true Shangaan tribe. Get insight into the traditional way of life of the Shangaan people. Many stories are told, beadwork and crafts displayed. See the weapons of the warriors, their farming methods and traditional healing practices.