Your stay at Umndeni can be as quiet or as wide-reaching as you want it to be. Some guests are happiest staying close to the lodge, while others enjoy adding a day trip, a special wildlife experience or a wider African adventure to their time away. From nearby reserves, trails and golf to memorable bushveld outings and future safari extensions further afield, we will gladly help you explore what is possible.
Welgevonden is home to more than sixty-five mammal species, including the famous Big Five. Guided drives take you through grasslands, savannah, rocky ravines and wooded mountains, with the chance to see elephant, lion, rhino, cheetah, brown hyaena and rich birdlife along the way.
It is a beautiful full-day outing for guests wanting a classic Big Five safari experience.
Summerplace offers a brilliant network of mountain-bike trails shaped by rock, terrain and big Waterberg scenery. With marked routes, quiet single tracks and options for different levels of riders, it is a memorable way to explore the bushveld from the saddle.
It is ideal for guests who want something active, scenic and a little adventurous.
Spend time close to elephants and you will come away seeing them differently. Their intelligence, gentleness and quiet presence make this a deeply moving experience, especially for children and guests who want a more personal encounter with wildlife.
It is one of those rare moments that tends to stay with you long after the day is over.
About two hours from Umndeni, Pilanesberg offers a full-day Big Five outing in one of South Africa’s most well-known national parks. Guests can make a proper day of it with a picnic, either driving themselves or arranging a guided trip in one of the Umndeni vehicles.
It is a good option for those wanting to add another safari landscape to their stay.
Elements is more than a round of golf. Set within the natural beauty of the Limpopo landscape, the course offers a quiet, scenic and unhurried golfing experience surrounded by bushveld views and peaceful surroundings.
It is perfect for guests who want to slip away for a relaxed game in a beautiful setting.
For guests wanting to go a little further, we can help explore additional safari experiences, from rhino sundowners and nearby wildlife encounters to extended day trips and private bushveld outings where possible.
These add-ons are arranged according to availability, timing and what suits your group best.
Experience a truly immersive and unforgettable retreat like no other.