This is the best place to stay in Limpopo if you are on the way to North Kruger or Zimbabwe. But it deserves a week on its own to explore the Soutpansberge and Venda. The hosts Gail and Al will make you feel at home.

Igababa Cabin is an absolute gem. Very private and intimate with 5 star attention to detail. Thank you so much Al and Gail for sharing this jewel with us. Three nights was simply too short.

Romantiese wegbreek! Gail en Alistair maak voorwaar 100% seker dat jou verblyf net ‘n plesier is. Die kothuis is baie goed toegerus, veral die kombuis. Die uitsig is ongelooflik en die buitebad hemels. Hier kom kuier ons definitief weer en sommer gou!

On our way to a two week camping trip in Zim we camped at the lovely Zvakanaka – what an awesome experience. Gail and Al welcome you with open arms. They also showered us with advice for Zim camping sites, the border crossing and hot spots for birds 🙂 The Zvakanaka campsites are amazing!! Lots of space, a covered area with a kettle (what a lovely surprise) and the toilet and shower facilities are really impeccable. There is even a washing machine! To wake up in the mountains, filled with sounds of birds and trees, feeling safe, and in such beauty is truly rare. A real must!!

We were en route to Zim and needed a place to rest, giving us an early start to make Beitbridge early. Gail dealt with our reservation swiftly and at a very reasonable rate too! There are hot showers and plenty of firewood to use. We’ll certainly be using this site again on any further trips up to Zim. Thanks Gail!

Me and my wife have had 2 perfect overnights at Zvakanaka Fram. Igababa Cabin end of October 2016, on our way to Kruger NP. The property is peaceful, the cabin is beautiful, and the owners are warm and friendly, so this place is an absolute gem! The cabin has all the comfort one would ask for, very private position, great trails to be hiked, and oh so many birds around it. Driving to the town is quick and easy. It’s the place to stay if you’re so lucky to travel in that part of the world.

This has to be the most awesome place to go for a romantic getaway. We spent 4 lovely lazy days in Igababa Cabin. The cabin has a lovely rustic ambiance but has everything you will need, Indoor/outdoor shower, outdoor double bath, plunge pool, braai area with fire pit and a deck with fantastic views of the mountain.

Dear Gail and Alistar, thank you for sharing your little piece of heaven with us. We had such an unforgettable and special time in and around this wonderful cottage! It really was the perfect end to our 3 week holiday…next time we’ll add another day just to watch the birds perform around the bird bath. The cottage is truly what dreams are made of, not to mention the ‘rock shower’, ‘outside bath’, ‘view from the deck’ and the ‘braai area’!! We had a wonderful time.

We have been at both cabins before and we will return again and again!! This place is really a piece of heaven on earth!! If you love nature and silence… this is the place for you. Gail (the owner) is also always friendly and eager to assist!! We would say that this place is something for the bucket list.

We stayed at Igababa Cabin on Zvakanaka Farm during February this year as part of an extensive working and birding trip. What a stunning place Igababa Cabin is. Everything about it was perfect for us, beautifully decorated and furnished with everything one could need. The tranquillity in the forest, awesome view from the cabin and then also the big plus is the privacy one has. Thank you very much Gail. We hope to be back soon and will surely recommend Igababa Cabin very strongly.

Peaceful, beautiful and fantastic customer service. I had a wonderful time, the place is ideal when you want to get away from the city life. Will definitely be going back soon.

Dear Gail and Alistair. The same as my daughter said in 2012 (Aug) – WOW!! This is the best place to be for a weekend away and to start a New Year! Only the sound of birds.You created a lovely place, everything from the splash pool, the outdoors bath, the shower (I love it!) and the deck overlooking the mountain. We walked on every path, explored the bush, watching birds, rested and rested.We will surely come again and tell everybody about Igababa. Hierdie naaweek was die beste!! Baie dankie.

Wonderful place. Zvakanaka is really worth the visit. Beautiful, quiet and peaceful. Owners so friendly and accommodating. Lovely view. The mist upon our arrival was a bonus. Madala House had everything we needed. The personal touches like fresh flowers, Amarula and chocolate such a surprise. We’ll be back.