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Becks Safari Lodge at Karongwe
Set on the banks of the Makutsi River, in Karongwe Private Game Reserve, Becks Safari Lodge offers an ideal safari retreat for families with children aged 12 years and older. Gourmet plated meals, beautiful views, and romantic fireside dining in the boma make for a luxurious immersion into the wild. Becks Safari Lodge’s main lodge area features a light and airy lounge with a viewing deck overlooking the riverbed and landscapes beyond. The lodges sparkling infinity pool is the perfect spot to spend afternoons cooling down after a summertime safari.
Karongwe Private Game Reserve boasts 9000 hectares of protected land teeming with wildlife, diverse flora, and intriguing birdlife with an impressive backdrop of the Drakensberg mountain range. Overlapped by four rivers, the reserve is perfectly located to draw animal and birdlife to these water sources. Located just 45 minutes from the expansive Kruger National Park, Karongwe offers an exclusive game viewing experience, with convenient proximity to the Krugers diverse ecosystems.
Expert game rangers and trackers at Becks Safari Lodge showcase a wealth of knowledge, cultural richness, and extraordinary game tracking abilities. Day and night drives are undertaken in specialized 4-wheel safari vehicles, with guides going out of their way to get you up close to Africa’s breath-taking wildlife including lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo, cheetah and African wild dog. Guests at Becks Safari Camp can also explore the wild on a guided walking safari soaking in the sounds, smells, and smaller details of the bush and witnessing antelope, zebra, and giraffe at an arm’s length. Karongwe is home to several other 4-star and 5-star lodges speard out over the reserve.
Wildlife:
- Highest population density of the Big 5 with frequent sightings.
- Other wildlife include but are not limited to the hippopotamus, giraffe, zebra, cheetah, wild dog, hyaena, warthog, black-backed jackal, large herds of elephant and many other cat and antelope species.
- Over 500 bird species have been recorded in the region, many are seen at the reserve.
Game Drives:
- Game drives take place twice a day in the early mornings and afternoons for a duration of 3-4 hours.
- Game drives are led by an experienced guide and tracker team.
- Vehicles are allowed to go off road to track and follow the wildlife.
- Strict traverse rules are in place and vehicle numbers are limited in each reserve. A maximum of two vehicles are allowed at any sighting.
- Night drives and guided bush walks are permitted.
Activities & Facilities:
- Game drives
- Guided bushwalks
- Stargazing
- Birdwatching
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Open-air African Boma
- Firepit
- Spa treatments
- Viewing deck
- Bar & lounge
Highlights:
- 5-star safari lodge overlooking the stunning Makhutswi River.
- Welcoming atmosphere with warm hospitality and a personalised ‘home away from home’ feel.
- The decor combines bold contemporary design with natural elements in a palette of silver, charcoal, and elephant-grey.
- 11 Luxury suites overlook the river or a popular waterhole.
- Enjoy the picturesque setting from private suite decks, the main lodge deck, and a sunken fire pit, all perfect for game viewing.
- Outstanding dining under the stars in the traditional African Boma.
- Exciting Big-5 game drives with game rangers and trackers.
Location:
- Located on the very western side of the Greater Kruger, sharing fenced borders with the Makalali Game Reserve.
- The Kruger National Park is almost 2 million hectares and lies in the north-eastern corner of South Africa in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces.
Getting there:
- Hoedspruit (HDS) is the closet commercial airport to the Becks Safari Lodge, daily flights operate from Johannesburg and Cape Town.
- Flight time from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit or private airstrip: 60 minutes.
- Flight time from Cape Town to Hoedspruit: 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Road transfers from Hoedspruit to Becks Safari Lodge take 60 minutes.
Child Policy:
- Becks Safari Lodge welcomes children from 12 years.
Inclusions & Exclusions:
- Included: 2 x Game drives per day, all meals, local house wines and beers, teas, coffees and snacks.
- Excluded: Beverages, airport transfers, and anything of personal nature.
Rates:
- The updated rates are displayed for each room category below
- Rates are charged per person, per night
- Single supplement of 40% applicable
- Rates displayed are valid until 31 December 2024
Seasons:
- High season: 01 January – 30 April & 01 August – 31 December
- Low season: 01 May – 31 July
Accommodation Options
Deluxe Suite
Sleeps 2 Adults
10 Luxury Suites feature views of the Makhutswi River or waterhole, ensuring that a game viewing opportunity is never missed. Each air-conditioned unit has a private viewing deck, elegantly draped mosquito netting, classic design featuring eco elements, and an al fresco shower outdoors. Read more Further features include an en-suite with bathtub and shower, coffee/tea facilities, and stocked mini bar on request. Less
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High Season R 9,040 per person, per night
Low Season R 8,130 per person, per night
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