ABOUT US

A journey rooted in passion, heritage, and the pursuit of exceptional experiences.
Explore the vision that drives us and the values that define every aspect of our offering.

NATURE RESERVE LEGACY

In the heart of the 15,000-hectare Thornybush Nature Reserve, which shares an unfenced border with the world-famous Kruger National Park, the Big Five don't just visit – they live here. The Reserve was one of the original private nature reserves in the greater Kruger area, and this legacy shows in the exceptional wildlife experiences. The removal of fences means that Thornybush Nature Reserve is open to the world-famous Kruger National Park and allows wildlife to roam freely across the reserve.

Whether the Big Five come to you – drinking at the dam steps from your terrace – or you venture out to find them in their natural habitat, these encounters are not just possible, they're promised. Your morning and sunset game drives through this pristine wilderness guarantee encounters with Africa's most iconic animals. Expert rangers and trackers, with decades of experience in this exact terrain, ensure that every game drive becomes a masterclass in African wildlife behaviour.

Here, you enjoy pristine traverse where lions prowl, elephants roam, leopards hunt, rhinos graze, and buffalo thunder across ancient landscapes. This is not just game viewing – this is witnessing Africa as it has existed for millennia, with the guarantee that these moments will define your understanding of the continent's magnificent wildlife forever.

THE KUBILI PROMISE

We believe true luxury transcends comfort. It encompasses transformation. We exist to prove that the most exclusive experiences are also the most meaningful ones.

Your dedicated team includes butler, guide, tracker, housekeeping, childminder, and chef – each chosen not just for expertise, but for their ability to understand what you need before you ask. Every element serves a single purpose: ensuring your time here becomes one of the defining experiences of your life. If you decide to come and stay with us, you will have an exceptional experience.

"A family tie is like a tree, it can bend, but it cannot break." At Kubili House, you create the moments that become your family's most treasured stories. Your children witness their first elephant at sunrise – a memory they'll carry forever. Your parents see the wonder in younger eyes as a leopard silently walks past your terrace. These are the experiences that no one can ever take away, the moments that define who you are as a family.