Kapama Private Game Reserve - South Africa
Kapama Private Game Reserve occupies a vast area between the northern Drakensberg mountains and the Greater Kruger National Park. In the Limpopo Province the reserve covers an area of approximately 13000 hectares and comprises spectacular topographical and mammal and bird specie diversity. Characterised by rolling savannah grasslands and riverine forests the reserve supports no less than 42 mammal species and approximately 350 bird species. Amongst the mammal species is the ‘Big 5’ – Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhino. The reserve is also home to five game lodges which are Kapama Lodge, Camp Jabulani, River Lodge, Buffalo Camp and Nyala House. Apart from the fact that Kapama remains the largest single owner game reserve in the region, it is also situated adjacent to Eastgate Airport (Hoedspruit) and offers open vehicle transfers directly from Eastgate to any of the lodges at Kapama. Kapama presents a total of 156 beds within the reserve and is able to transform itself into a unsurpassed incentive destination.
Kapama Lodge
With sweeping views across a tranquil lake, Kapama Lodge (5 star graded) is the epitome of a luxury accommodation. Spacious, air-conditioned, en suite thatched chalets, decorated to reflect the rich textures of Africa, are set in tranquil indigenous gardens. The tea deck is a relaxing venue to observe an abundance of birds in their natural habitat or to enjoy cocktails on a balmy evenings, while the library and lounge offer a warm welcome on cool winter evenings. Superb gourmet meals are served in the main dining room, the boma or in a secluded bush venue under a star-studded sky. The staff at Kapama Lodge offer unsurpassed personalised service to ensure that both the splendour of the bush and the luxurious accommodation are enjoyed to the full.
Kapama River Lodge
The northern Drakensberg mountain range provides a majestic backdrop to the largest private game lodge in the Greater Kruger National Park region. Kapama River Lodge is situated within Kapama Game Reserve, and presents the prefect blend between luxurious accommodation and with 42 bedrooms, generous bed capacity. Each of the spacious features a full en-suite bathroom and enjoys uninterrupted views of this game rich reserve. The central guest entertainment areas include a tiered swimming pool, lounge, curio shop and boma. Meals are of a buffet style and offer a variety of Pan African dishes. Kapama River Lodge presents numerous package options allowing guests various choices in designing their safari experience. Packages range form a dinner, bed and breakfast option to t fully inclusive experience including dawn and evening safaris in open landrovers conducted by qualified ranger’s Guided walks are also available. The lodge has been created mindful of the need to accommodate large, private game lodge incentive groups, and provides numerous incentive activities including ‘the Amazing Race”, hot air ballooning and team building activities. Kapama Game Reserve is located in close proximity to Eastgate Airport with the lodge providing open vehicle transfers. Kapama’s location in the central Lowveld region creates the perfect base from which to explore the numerous attractions.
Buffalo Camp
Reminiscent of an East African safari camp of old, Buffalo Camp offers visitors a unique and intimate experience of the African bush. It is ideally suited to those who wish to discover the bush without compromising on comfort. A tranquil swimming pool lies tucked away and provides the perfect spot to while away idle moments between dawn and evening safaris, for the more adventurous join your ranger on a bush walk. Eight luxury canvas tents, each sleeping two guests, are set on stilts in the upper reaches of tall trees, overlooking a seasonal river. Each tent has private bathroom facilities and is interconnected to other tents by wooden walkways high above a sandy river bed.
Set in an indigenous garden, the accommodation facilities, thatched bar, dining-room and campfire area contribute to the intimate ambience of the camp. At night, lanterns, rather than electric lights, glow under the canopy of treetops. The camp's refreshing swimming pool offers respite from the heat of the African summer or the day's adventures may be shared in the cool open-air bar with its spectacular view over the river bed. Since the camp accommodates only 16 guests, special attention is devoted to personalized service. With the guidance of knowledgeable game rangers and its unrivalled comfort, Buffalo Camp is a truly authentic way to experience the African bush.
