Khayelitshe House

Matobo Hills, Zimbabwe

Home in the wild

Once built as a weekend escape for professional safari guide and African Bush Camps owner, Beks Ndlovu and his family, Khayelitshe House now serves as a beautifully designed home‐away‐from‐home for families and groups on safari in Zimbabwe.

Khayelitshe House is tucked amongst the huge granite boulders of Matobo Hills National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic beauty and deep spiritual resonance – offering unrivalled views whilst effortlessly blending into the dramatic scenery. Fully serviced by a private chef and host, it is stylish and luxurious featuring 4 en‐suite bedrooms, with each room offering sweeping views of the encompassing bird‐filled woodland and rocky landscape. You can expect to find plenty of indoor and outdoor lounging spaces in common areas, sunny and inviting viewing decks as well as a small outdoor pool for cooling down in the heat of the day. Young explorers will delight in the games room and expansive outdoor play area.

Activities are centered around morning and afternoon game drives, walks in the bush with the chance to trek rhino on foot and longer hikes for avid walkers, all of which are conducted in the company of your own private, professional and knowledgeable safari guide. Discover the Khami Ruins, and observe ancient cave paintings up close, all paired with sundowners in the wild. 

Khayelitshe House is setting the benchmark in private‐home experiences, providing an idyllic and unsurpassed escape for families and large groups within a serene setting.

You will love

  • Relaxed, understated luxury
  • Private chef, host and guide
  • Exclusive family home & total privacy
  • Rugged, spiritual landscape
  • Fabulous hiking
Khayelitshe House in Matobo Hills, luxury accommodation with green roof, stone base, and vintage vehicles, blending seamlessly into the rugged landscape.
Khayelitshe House nestled among granite boulders in Matobo Hills National Park, featuring a luxurious design, private pool, and surrounding lush woodland.
Luxurious bathroom at Khayelitshe House featuring a freestanding bathtub, wooden counter, and panoramic views of the Matobo Hills' natural landscape.
Luxurious en-suite bedrooms at Khayelitshe House featuring stylish decor, wooden furniture, and vibrant bedding, set in the scenic Matobo Hills National Park.
Luxurious bedroom in Khayelitshe House, featuring a four-poster bed, stylish furnishings, wooden flooring, and views of the Matobo Hills landscape.
Luxury outdoor seating area of Khayelitshe House in Matobo Hills, featuring wooden deck, rustic furniture, and private pool, surrounded by lush greenery and rocky landscape.
Luxury outdoor seating area of Khayelitshe House in Matobo Hills, featuring stylish patterned chairs, wooden deck, and panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Luxurious bathroom at Khayelitshe House featuring a freestanding bathtub, scenic views of Matobo Hills, and a person relaxing with a drink, emphasizing the serene and stylish accommodation experience.
Girl relaxing in a natural pool at Khayelitshe House, surrounded by lush greenery and granite boulders in Matobo Hills National Park, showcasing the tranquil luxury and scenic beauty of the location.
Ancient rock art depicting a herd of animals, including giraffes and antelopes, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and wildlife of the Matobo Hills, near Khayelitshe House, a luxury accommodation in a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Luxurious interior of Khayelitshe House featuring a spacious living area with a leather sofa, wooden flooring, and large windows showcasing the surrounding landscape, emphasizing relaxed luxury and natural elements.
Luxurious interior of Khayelitshe House featuring comfortable leather sofas, a wooden staircase, and large windows with views of the Matobo Hills, blending rustic charm with modern amenities.
Interior view of Khayelitshe House featuring a colorful dress hanging on a green door, a vintage map of Africa on the wall, and a glimpse of the stylish kitchen and dining area, showcasing the luxurious and inviting atmosphere of this accommodation in Matobo Hills National Park.
Luxurious outdoor terrace of Khayelitshe House overlooking Matobo Hills, featuring stylish seating, wooden deck, and artistic animal sculptures amidst lush greenery.
Group of travelers enjoying a sunset gathering on granite boulders in Matobo Hills, surrounded by rugged landscapes, reflecting the relaxed luxury and spiritual essence of Khayelitshe House.

Thank you for putting together the ancestral adventure of a lifetime. I cannot speak highly enough of the trip. The transfers went smoothly, the accommodation was excellent, the drivers were amazing as they manoeuvred through the traffic and every tour guide had a great deal of knowledge and information. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The contrast of poverty and riches of the country was striking, from the beggars in the street and struggles of the poor to the spectacular, impressive sights of the forts and monuments. There were so many highlights. A moment in time that will never happen again.

Jenny Kidd

Exellent and wonderful, reaching way above expectations.

Elizabeth Mackintosh

We wanted the opportunity to see as many wildlife parks as possible and the Classic Safari Company provided an action-packed itinerary that included six, with 11 tiger sightings and nine leopard. This was overlaid with an introduction to Jaisalmer, Jaipur and the 'real' India. Pench and Panna were the hidden gems of a really great trip, very well organised, seamless and enjoyable. As a solo traveller I felt incredibly safe at all times. I want to go back!

Mark Taylor

Julia you did a fantastic job - everything was first class. Well organised, efficient and stress free. We all agreed it was the best holiday we've ever had. Cant wait to travel with CSC again.

Milford family

We are so happy we put our trust in CSC, we had an amazing adventure and would recommend them to anyone.

Kim & Brad Balance

The trip exceeded my expectations and was the best family holiday I have ever had. Our children simply loved it and now I know more about African wildlife than they do about our own farm animals.

Rowntree family

Classic Safari are the people who genuinely know other culture and offer incredible insight to perfectly meet your expectations.

Melanie McMillan & Iain Jones

We loved it all. Our son wants to go back tomorrow. We would ALL go back again!

Laurence & Remi Cunningham

An amazing experience - the best family holiday we have ever had. We were extremely impressed by the meticulous attention to our itinerary. I can't speak highly enough of all the elements of this exciting journey!

Sheryl & Robert Taylor

Thank you for making our trip to Africa so spectacular. The attention to detail really made it special. It really was the trip of a lifetime.

Paul Cozzi

Very knowledgeable and patient. Our trip was all that we hoped for. Wonderful!

Jane & Robert Happell

Everything was perfect! Advice and information on destinations and activities hit everything I had hoped to experience. I contacted the Classic Safari Company upon recommendation and have now, in turn, recommended to others.

Tim Bradley

You can't improve on perfection. I had my best birthday and holiday with my family celebrating my 80th birthday in Africa. Everything that Julia organised was perfect and the whole trip was a highlight!

Buckingham Family

The trip of a lifetime, couldn't have dreamt of a better adventure if I tried.

Emma Jeffcoat

Absolutely everything was first class & so well organised.

Simon & Jackie Adams

Classic Safari Company has done it again! A unique experience that ticked all the boxes - wildlife, culture and dining experience. A dream come true!

Ros Wheeler

Their experience and knowledge of Africa is evident and we couldn't have been happier with the total package. This has given us a taste for Africa - now we are ready for more.

Andrew & Pip Stevens

If you want the most sensational experience in Africa let Julia and the staff at Classic Safari Co plan it for you! Their knowledge, expertise and enthusiasm for their job means your every wish will be fulfilled.

Miriam & Joseph Harrison

Classic Safari is the place to go to for "top end" adventure travel.

Ron & Alison Guthrie

Classic Safari Company were brilliant - 10/10

Di & Kingsley Yates

The Classic Safari Company is the best I have dealt with. Extremely knowledgeable & professional, friendly, patient & understanding of first timers to Africa.

Annette Whiley

It certainly was the best trip we have EVER had. The experiences were mind blowing.  We want everyone we know to experience Africa - the animals, the people - magical.

Jo-anne & Dean Mifsud

Would do it all again and not change a moment. Best holiday ever!

The McGowan Tribe

An absolutely fantastic travel company - every one of the many trips they have organised for us over 22 years have been faultless and fabulous.

Judith & Roger Williams

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