The Terrapin Hide at water level

Our Spaces

Hides & Decks

New Perspectives on the Bush

Beyond the suites and the lodge, Jaci's offers three signature spaces designed to let the bush come to you. From elevated dining decks to a water-level hide and a sleepout under the open sky.

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Setswana for "giraffe"

Thutlwa Deck

Thutlwa Lookout is where every Jaci's adventure begins. Our elevated arrival point and main game-drive departure point doubles as one of the lodge's most memorable dining settings. Meals served high above the bushveld with sweeping views.

  • Elevated arrival and departure point
  • Open-air dining with panoramic bush views
  • Perfect for sunset gatherings and pre-drive coffee
Thutlwa Deck
Thutlwa Deck
Terrapin HideTerrapin HideTerrapin Hide

A photographer's dream

Terrapin Hide

Accessible via an underground tunnel, the Terrapin Hide brings you out at water level in the middle of an active waterhole. It offers eye-level encounters with elephant, buffalo, and birdlife. The kind of vantage point most safaris only dream about.

  • Water-level photographic and viewing hide
  • Tunnel access
  • Eye-level wildlife encounters at the waterhole
Terrapin Hide
Terrapin Hide
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Sleep beneath the stars

Naledi Sleepout

Spend a night at Naledi Sleepout under the open African sky, on a raised platform overlooking your own private waterhole. With your own private hot tub and the sounds of the bush all around, it's the ultimate Jaci's experience.

  • Private raised platform under the stars
  • Overlooks an active waterhole
  • Private hot tub and en-suite bathroom
Naledi Sleepout
Naledi Sleepout

Experience It For Yourself

The Naledi Sleepout is subject to availability and a supplementary cost. Speak to our reservations team to add to your stay.