Blue Canyon Private Game Reserve
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Vuyani Marula Lodge, nestled within Blue Canyon Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit, offers elegant suites with private balconies overlooking a crystal‑clear pool and lush gardens. Guests enjoy free Wi‑Fi, a 24‑hour front desk, private check‑in/out, an outdoor fireplace lounge, and a shuttle to the airport. The on‑site restaurant serves African, European, and South African dishes, while a coffee shop and barbecue facilities enhance the safari experience.
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How guests rate the property, aspect by aspect.
Our stay at Vuyani Marula Lodge was flawless; nothing could be complained about. The staff were excellent, the chef cooked wonderful meals throughout, and guides Terrance and Robert were always dedicated to ensuring we had the best experience, allowing us to see four of the big five multiple times along with many other animals.
Bruna·2 months ago
After having stayed at Vuyani Safari and Vuyani River Lodge, I was eager to try the new Marula lodge, which feels like a South African billionaire’s private villa. The property truly surpasses expectations, offering a phenomenal private chef, butler, and safari driver. Rooms are spacious and decorated with a South African twist, even featuring a yoga balcony—thoughtful! I hope to return soon for another midday poolside cocktail. The only downside was that the stay felt too short.
Jenny·5 months ago
Terrence the driver and tracker Chris did a great job locating animal viewing spots, and the house staff—waiter and chef—were very friendly. However, the jeep on our first safari broke down after 5 minutes, and we waited 45 minutes with no one coming to pick us up or provide a replacement. The driver mentioned that the vehicle had already been problematic before. We were moved into a new group, complained about the jeep, and the guide was rude. Later we discovered that the guide had a room inside our villa, frequently moving in and out through the living room—very invasive. We were told he was security, but he was actually a guide unrelated to our group. Renting a villa at a high price and having a stranger in the house, especially in the neighboring room, without prior notice was unacceptable. When we tried to get help or complain via message, no one responded. They also canceled an activity after we had confirmed it, and the spot was already taken when we tried to secure it, so we lost the activity. A discount was offered for the first day's mishaps. The villa itself is spacious, and the butler, chef, and cleaning staff are friendly, but the bathrooms are uncomfortable: towels are very small, there's no place to hang them, water from the sink spills, and hot water was not available until we asked twice to fix it.
Veronica·A year ago