Garonga Safari Camp - South Africa
Garonga is an exclusive 14-bed safari camp situated west of Kruger National Park in South Africa's Northern Province. The camp is our sanctuary - an organic flowing space that spreads harmony around it. In designing it we rejected rigid thinking and created the natural flows of African living.
The result is as if the termites had combined forces over eons to build us a monument celebrating nature. It is almost as if we have created a North African oasis - a tranquil haven sheltering us from the wilderness without. Only a hundred years ago the Karonga people spoke of Garonga, "the big tusked one", who roamed the land before Man's encroachment restricted their movement.
Today we are witnessing a wildlife renaissance with game species, including elephant, rhino, lion, kudu, waterbuck and countless other creatures returning to the land in abundance. Garonga forms part of the Makalali wildlife conservancy, which lies between Kruger National Park and the Drakensburg escarpment. Nestling at the foot of the Drakensberg mountains, Garonga is a sanctuary for those seeking to nourish and rejuvenate their souls. Earthern columns, plastered walls and soft natural fabrics have contributed to the creation of a North African Oasis.
Each of the 6 en-suite rooms are on the banks of a watercourse and command beautiful views. Camp amenities include an open plan living area, swimming pool, aromatherapy sala, conference facilities and amenities for the disabled. Garonga is a holistic wildlife experience, offering you the opportunity of getting in touch, to relax, and cleanse the soul. Wether you are tracking game, learning the trees, birds and or natures ways, sleeping out under the stars, Garonga represents a safari for the soul.
ACTIVITIES
Garonga's holistic philosophy is to offer a safari for the soul, an unhurried and intimate wildlife encounter - a time to reflect and find inspiration in nature. Acitivities include game drives, wilderness walks, outdoor bush baths, sleep-outs, aromatherapy and reflexology sessions are available, but many choose to lie in their hammocks watching the grazing game in the river bed below.
