Beats in the Bush – Music & Safari Festival 2027

21 – 23 May 2027 • Bayala Safari Lodge, KZN

South Africa’s premier music and safari experience returns in 2027.

Beats in the Bush is a rare fusion of world-class live music and Big 5 wilderness, set in the iconic Munyawana Game Reserve at the renowned Bayala Safari Lodge. 🐘🐆🦒

This is where raw African landscapes meet cutting-edge sound. Where sunrise Big 5 game drives roll into late-night freedom on the dancefloor. Where a select community comes together for an unforgettable weekend of music, nature, food, firelight, and huge amounts of fun. Join us for an exclusive boutique festival that captures everything extraordinary about Africa: the wildlife, the energy, the people, and the rhythm. 🌅

With a lineup of exceptional artists to be announced soon, 2027 promises to be our most incredible year yet!

Festival Details

Dates: Friday 21 – Sunday 23 May 2027

Venue: Bayala Safari Lodge, Munyawana Game Reserve, KZN

Saturday Dress-Up Theme: ✨ Western Safari (think 'Coyote Ugly' meets Safari)

LINEUP: To be announced – expect something unforgettable.

Full Accommodation & Ticket Options

Each ticket category includes access to the full festival experience, 2 x unforgettable dinners beneath the stars, and two Big 5 game drives.

Bayala Regular Accommodation Tickets Include:

• 2 nights accommodation at Bayala Safari Lodge
• Weekend Music Festival Pass
• 2 × “Big 5” Game Drives (1 per day)
• Daily Breakfast
• 2 × Dinners under the African stars
• Bush Yoga
• Conservation Levy

Superior Room Accommodation Tickets Include:

• 2 nights superior-class accommodation at Bayala Safari Lodge
• Weekend Music Festival Pass
• 2 × “Big 5” Game Drives (1 per day)
• Daily Breakfast
• 2 × Dinners under the African stars
• Bush Yoga
• Conservation Levy

Luxury Glamping Accommodation Tickets Include:

**These are LUXURY fully set-up tents with bedding & furniture... so not really camping at ALL!

• Weekend Music Festival Pass
• Luxury 5m glamping tent featuring:
• Two full-size, ultra-comfortable single beds
• White hotel-quality linen & towels
• Floor rugs, bedside tables, storage chest
• Two chairs
• Electricity & lighting
• Toilets & hot showers
• 2 × “Big 5” Game Drives (1 per day)
• Breakfast Rolls
• 2 × Dinners under the African stars
• Bush Yoga
• Conservation Levy

**Please note as these full tickets are per person sharing, you need to book 2 Tickets on Howler, if you are a single person please purchase a single supplement ticket.

GHOST MOUNTAIN ESCAPE TICKETS:

Includes:

• 2 Nights' accommodation (Friday & Saturday) at Ghost Mountain Lodge (LUXURY) 30mins drive from Bayala
• Saturday Breakfast
• Saturday Festival Pass (Dinner included at festival)
• Private return shuttle transfers on Saturday
• Welcome cocktail on arrival
• Festival Survival Kit/Goody bag? Can't remember what you called it?
• 30-minute Spa Recovery Treatment
• Sunday Brunch with Bloody Mary's served until 11am
• Late Check-out (2pm Sunday)

NB: This is a luxury accommodation option which is a 30min drive from the festival site.

Day Pass Tickets Include:

• Saturday Music Festival Pass
• Dinner under the African stars

SUPER LIMITED TICKETS – BOOK EARLY!

For inquiries:

Email: beats@ourafricanfootprints.com

WhatsApp / Call Brett: +27 83 798 3310

Giving Back to the Wild

A portion of all proceeds supports critical conservation efforts in the Hluhluwe region, including the rescue and release of trafficked pangolins back into the wild.

Join us for our annual charity auction, where together we help protect one of Africa’s most threatened treasures.