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Karongwe Kuname Lodge
Kuname Lodge at Karongwe is home to five luxurious chalets and an exclusive-use, three-bedroom Manor House. The luxurious and intimate lodge is set on the banks of the Kuvenyami River shaded by enchantingly grand trees. Raised Wooden pathways lead between the lodge main areas offering a bar, spacious lounge, library, communal pool, and boma for fireside relaxation and dining under starry skies. With a watering hole nearby and private viewing decks, guests are never short on game viewing opportunities a Kuname Lodge.
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, Kuname Lodge at Karongwe offers an exclusive game viewing experience, with convenient proximity to Krugers expanse of diverse ecosystems.
Expert game rangers and trackers at Kuname 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 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 dinning
- Spa treatments
- Viewing deck
- Bar & lounge
Highlights:
- 5-star intimate safari lodge in an elevated position.
- Magnificent views of the Kuvenjane River and Drakensberg mountains.
- A relaxed atmosphere set amidst tranquil natural beauty.
- Stunning wooden deck and rock pool overlooking the river.
- 5 luxury chalets and 1 three-bedroom Manor House.
- Each luxurious suite has a private outdoor bath.
- 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: 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:
- Kuname Lodge welcomes children from 12 years.
- Children of all ages are welcome when staying in the Manor house.
Inclusions & Exclusions:
- Included: 2 x Game drives per day, all meals, 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 2025
Seasons:
- High season: 01 January – 30 April & 01 August – 31 December
- Low season: 01 May – 31 July
Accommodation Options
Kuname Lodge comprises an intimate setting hosting a total of 10 guests. The 4 Luxury Suites and 1 Premier Suite all feature private viewing decks with views over the Kuvjename River and delightful outdoor bathing and shower area adjacent to the indoor en-suite bathroom. Read moreThe well-appointed thatched suites are equipped with air-conditioning, a bar fridge, and tea/coffee facilities. Less
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High Season $ 608 per person, per night
Low Season $ 458 per person, per night
The Premier Suite all features private viewing decks with views over the Kuvjename River and delightful outdoor bathing and shower area adjacent to the indoor en-suite bathroom. Read moreThe well-appointed thatched suites are equipped with air-conditioning, a bar fridge, and tea/coffee facilities. This suite also offers a true honeymoon experience with private outdoor bath surrounded by an untamed Garden of Eden.Less
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High Season $ 644 per person, per night
Low Season $ 565 per person, per night
Kuname Manor House is an exclusive family-friendly residence consisting of two en-suite bedrooms and a loft with two single beds. The en-suites each have a bathtub and shower. This luxurious air-conditioned home features its own private plunge pool, expansive deck Read moreand a boma where guests can cozy up next to crackling fires in the evening and gaze in awe at the Milky Way. Less
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High Season $ 644 per person, per night
Low Season $ 565 per person, per night
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