The North Villa

Private safari villa with heated pool overlooking the northern stretch of the dry riverbed, beautifully framed by spectacular Marula trees.

Hoedspruit's North Villa

What makes this villa so popular?

Private villa surrounded by giraffe, antelopes, zebra and many more wildlife
Wide-open riverbed views, perfectly framed by iconic Marula trees
Very exclusive and quiet location in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
Host available on WhatsApp for bookings and assistance
Suitable for safari holidays, work & long stays
Your own private heated and cooled pool
Uninterrupted water and power supply
High-end luxury design and amenities
High speed fiber internet

Inside the House

Safari chic interior design

The North Villa features a spacious kitchen with a central island, a comfortable lounge with a TV, and two generous bedrooms — each with its own ensuite bathroom. Designed by a renowned safari interior designer, the villa is finished and furnished to the highest standard, ideal for both short and long stays.

Outside the House

Private panoramic views

The villa offers a temperature-controlled pool, a boma with fire pit, a spacious outdoor dining area, and comfortable lounge seating — all thoughtfully designed to match the villa’s refined interior. Facing the northern side of the riverbed, it provides panoramic views of passing wildlife and birdlife. The outdoor area is completely private, and the villa’s exclusive location makes it one of the most sought-after in Hoedspruit.

Layout and Location

North Villa

Download the North Villa Layout to see the villa’s setup and features. The Estate Map gives a good overview of the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and shows where Nomads Den is located—tucked away in the quiet, private exclusive block of the reserve.

Safari Activities

Have us plan your safaris

When staying at one of Hoedspruit’s most luxurious villas, you’ll want to make the most of the incredible surroundings. Nomads Den is just 2 to 10 minutes from several Big 5 reserves, with the scenic Panorama Route beginning only 45 minutes away. You can also access Kruger National Park via the Orpen or Phalaborwa gates — both an easy 45-minute drive from the villa.

Big 5 Safari

Enjoy the convenience of being picked up directly at Nomads Den for a game drive or walking safari in one of the nearby Big 5 reserves.

Blyde Dam Boat Safari

See the world’s largest green canyon from the water, while keeping an eye out for hippos and crocodiles.

Hot Air Balloon

Take in the best possible views of the Drakensberg Mountains from the sky on a hot air balloon flight.

Bike ride/rental

Rent mountain bikes — electric options available — and explore the bush on two wheels. Your bikes will be delivered to and picked up from Nomads Den for a hassle-free experience.

Cooking & Chef services

Cook your own meals or book a private chef.

We love cooking and eating — so we made sure the kitchens are fully equipped for anyone wanting to channel their inner Masterchef in the bush. Not in the mood to cook? No problem. Hoedspruit offers a great selection of restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Prefer to stay in? We can arrange a private chef or have fresh breakfasts delivered right to your villa.

Self-Catering

Our kitchens are spacious and fully equipped with quality appliances and tools — everything you need to cook a great meal with ease.

Breakfast Service

Get your breakfast freshly delivered to your villa.

Private Chef

We can arrange a reliable, experienced private chef to prepare delicious meals tailored to your dietary needs.

Previous guest experiences

What made your stay at Nomads Den memorable?

All the different animals visiting us at the villa made our stay very memorable. We could hang out in the pool and enjoy the wildlife together.

LindseyCouples Holiday

Being able to just walk from Nomads Den and explore the reserve as a family was very special to us. The kids loved exploring and findings all the animals in the bush.

TozFamily Holiday

My most special moment at the Nomads Den was the one stay where I saw two different leopard. One even came very close to the pool of the North Villa.

MareikeSingle Traveler

Sharing a drink around the fire in the boma and exploring the events in Hoedspruit. The villa was amazing and the safari's were of high quality. This photo was taken at the Hoedspruit Wine Festival.

TinusFriends Trip