Our Review

Jabali Ridge

Location


    Ruaha, Tanzania

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Overview


This is a very smart safari lodge with a superb location, tucked in amongst a rocky outcrop at the top of a ridge with absolutely stunning views. The lodge can feel a little hotel-like and the rooms are a bit too close together. But if you want 'chic' in Ruaha, Jabali is it!"

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About

The lodge is situated on a rock kopje, offering superb vistas across the palm-studded plains and down to the Mwagusi River. This area is first-rate for game viewing – as soon as you exit Jabali Ridge, you are on safari!

The lodge aims to provide the finest wilderness experiences on the continent. It is suitable for most types of traveller, but although the property is happy to receive children aged 6 years and over there is no family accommodation.



**Please be aware that we are unable to book this property for families with young children under the age of 6 years, for safety reasons relating to the balconies/decks/walkways.**

ACTIVITIES


  • Game drive
  • Night drive
  • Walking safari
  • Bird watching
  • Bush picnic


Rooms

Jabali Ridge has ten guest rooms, all connected to the main areas via walkways featuring those beautiful boulders. The architectural approach is similar to that of the seating and dining areas, with all units benefiting from a natural palette and appearing to blend seamlessly into the natural surroundings. Much of the décor has been inspired by the baobabs and timber is used to excellent effect – we particularly like the look of the louvred shutters, which offer three levels of light and privacy. There has been some very thoughtful designing here! The king-size beds look suitably comfortable and we love the authentic accents of the African stools, wire tables, and pendant iron lighting made by hand. With each en-suite featuring stone basins and showers, this really is very sophisticated accommodation! And the private veranda of each room is brilliant for taking some time out simply to marvel at the landscape in this part of the world.

Facility

Two big baobab trees stand majestically at the property’s entrance and great granite boulders line the way in. More boulders are set up in and around the main areas, creating rooms that merge with the landscape. Both the seating and dining spaces and the bar are built from plenty of wood. All feature comfortable furnishings that use a very natural palette of stone and earthy tones. The library and spa will be perfect for relaxing in between activities, while the rim-flow infinity pool should be absolutely ideal for cooling off and getting to know your fellow travellers!

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