Dombeya
 

    Each villa is your own private retreat, with a pool, braai (bbq), STARLINK, a fully equipped kitchen, and a beautiful wrap around veranda- perfect for slow mornings and sunset evenings. Best of all, you’re free to explore the entire Game Reserve at no extra cost, completely at your own pace.

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    There’s much to discover at Dombeya: kilometres of scenic walking and hiking trails, quiet gravel game drive roads, wildlife watering holes, picnic spots, and a hidden, water-level bird hide for up-close moments in nature.  4x4 is generally not needed, but high clearance is helpful for wildlife viewing!

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    Dombeya is a comfortable, welcoming place to settle in and unwind, whether you’re a couple looking for a peaceful escape, a family on an adventure, or a group of friends wanting time together.  It's perfect for locals seeking a staycation (just 15 minutes from Manzini), and it's magical for visitors who want an off-the-beaten-track Eswatini safari, and gorgeous base for exploring the rest of the country: at Dombeya, you will feel at home!

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    Wildlife is all around you at Dombeya- giraffe, zebra, kudu, nyala, impala, warthog, bushpig, wildebeest, waterbuck, grey and red duiker, bushbuck, side striped jackal, caracal if you're very lucky, and more- plus over 220 bird species. Without the Big Five, the atmosphere is wonderfully relaxed, giving you the freedom to explore and linger as long as you like with each sighting. Guests love the chance to explore nature, privately, and it's a fabulous experience to be able to walk, and be out of your car with wildlife.

    You’ll find a well-stocked Spar Grocery 15 minutes away (in Manzini), and the main Malkerns tourist hub is only 45 minutes from the Reserve.  We are also only 30 minutes from the Skhuphe International Airport- along a low-traffic highway.

    We are also happy to share local, insider's knowledge! With advance notice, we can connect you with a fantastic catering café or private chef (who can also grocery shop, based on availability), as well as arrange superb, relaxing, in-villa massages. We can point you to the nearby, hidden cave art 30 minutes away along a scenic rural route, and we can help arrange a private, local tour guide for exploring farther afield.

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    Dombeya is a stylish and completely relaxing Game Reserve. We recommend staying at least two nights to soak it all in- but even a single night offers a special taste of the Reserve.  However, if your schedule allows, we guarantee you'll love it if you can stay 3-4 nights!

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