For travellers seeking a safari experience that combines authenticity with comfort, Kruger National Park’s luxury tented accommodation offers a perfect blend of adventure and indulgence. Staying in these unique tents allows you to connect deeply with nature while enjoying world-class amenities in a setting that feels like a wild retreat.
From simpler options with cozy bedrooms and private bathrooms to opulent setups with lavish furnishings, Kruger’s tented accommodation cater to every preference. At the high end, luxury tents offer features such as spacious bathrooms, private plunge pools, and expansive decks—perfect for relaxing while soaking in the views of the surrounding bush. These setups deliver the comforts of a traditional safari lodge, enhanced by the unique ambiance of canvas living.
From simpler options with cozy bedrooms and private bathrooms to opulent setups with lavish furnishings, Kruger’s tented accommodation cater to every preference. At the high end, luxury tents offer features such as spacious bathrooms, private plunge pools, and expansive decks—perfect for relaxing while soaking in the views of the surrounding bush. These setups deliver the comforts of a traditional safari lodge, enhanced by the unique ambiance of canvas living.
Luxury Tent Features
- Fully equipped bathrooms with bathtubs and showers
- Air-conditioning, ceiling fans, and mosquito nets
- Private decks, some with outdoor showers and plunge pools
- Comfortable king or twin beds
- Relaxing lounge areas with stylish furnishings
Central Lodge Amenities
Beyond the private tents, most camps feature a main lodge area where guests can unwind and socialize. These lodges typically include:
- Indoor and outdoor lounges
- A restaurant serving gourmet cuisine
- A swimming pool
- A boma for atmospheric outdoor dining under the stars
- Decks with panoramic views of the African bush
Many camps also boast additional facilities such as spas and fitness centres, ensuring a holistic luxury experience.
Kruger National Park’s tented camps are some of the finest in the world, offering a harmonious balance of comfort and adventure. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned safari-goer, these camps provide an unique way to experience the magic of the African bush.
Saseka Tented Camp
Nestled in the heart of the Thornybush private game reserve, Saskea Tented Camp is ranked as one of the most beautiful tented camps in the Kruger National Park. Saskea Tented Camp is characterised by its lavish décor and a fairy-tale atmosphere.
The heart of Saskea Tented Camp lies in its tented accommodation. Nine tented suites are strategically positioned along the riverbed for utmost privacy. Each spacious and well-appointed tent provides a haven of luxury amidst the wild surroundings. Private decks with plunge pools are the perfect place to relax and unwind. The camp is located on the bend of the Monwana River. This hidden gem features a stylish sitting area, bar and lookout deck with views over the riverbed below. Delectable meals are served in a variety of settings, including the boma (outdoor dining area) and private dining options, each offering unique experiences that cater to the senses.
Highlights
- Thronybush Private Game Reserve
- Monwana River
- Exceptional beautiful tented accommodation
- Intimate camp with only 9 tents
Ngala Tented Lodge
Ngala Tented Lodge, which has been recently refurbished, is located in the Kruger National Park. Ngala Tented Lodge is exactly located in the Ngala Private Game Reserve which offers its guests exclusive traversing rights on 14,700 hectares of highly populated African landscapes.
Ngala Tented Lodge has an intimate atmosphere and features luxury accommodation in nine stylish tents. Elevated on wooden decks, each suite boasts en-suite bathrooms, modern amenities and large viewing decks overlooking the Timbavati River. The interiors seamlessly blend contemporary elegance with African-inspired motifs, fostering a warm and welcoming ambiance. The camp features multiple relaxation areas, rim-flow swimming pool with loungers, wellness spa and state of the art fitness centre. Dinning experiences are set up under the stars on the lookout deck or scenic riverbed below.
Highlights
- Ngala Private Game Reserve
- Exclusive traversing rights on 14,700 hectares
- Luxury tented accommodation
- Timbavati river location
- Rim flow swimming pool overlooking the reserve
Garonga Safari Lodge
Garonga Safari Lodge is a gem in the Kruger National Park within the Makalali Private Game Reserve, an exclusive sanctuary known for its breathtaking landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and rich biodiversity. The lodge is designed to provide guests with a serene and authentic safari experience that embodies the spirit of African adventure.
The main lodge is perched up high above the river bed below and features a large lookout deck and swimming pool. Six standalone tented suites are each designed to provide an elegant and comfortable experience. These spacious suites offer modern amenities while maintaining an authentic African aesthetic, creating an environment of pure relaxation. Private decks and outdoor showers provide guests with an intimate space to connect with nature and enjoy the serenity of the surroundings.
- Makalali Private Game Reserve
- Luxury tented accommodation
- Private decks and outdoor showers
- A range of unique activities
- Fireside communal dinning
Kapama Buffalo Camp
Kapama Buffalo Camp is a luxury 5-star tented camp in the Kruger National Park. It’s no secret that Kapama Game Reserve has been dubbed one of the most popular safari destination in South Africa due to its exception hospitality, populated landscapes and excellent game drives. Buffalo Camp is an adult only offering and ideal for couples in search for an authentic safari experience in tented accommodation.
Accommodation is the highlight at Buffalo Camp. Ten luxury tented suites are super spacious and have an open plan design, each with a full bathroom, sitting area and large viewing deck. Viewing decks overlook the reserve and offer guests the opportunity to spot various wildlife. Other facilities at the lodge include swimming pool, multiple relaxation areas, bar and traditional outdoor Boma.
Highlights
- Kapama Private Game Reserve
- Secluded tented accommodation
- Intimate Lodge
- Set among tall, shady trees, with a seasonal river
- Sweeping views and ultimate privacy
MCH Private Tented Camp
MCH Private Tented Camp is a hidden gem within the Makalali Game Reserve, part of the renowned Greater Kruger National Park. Perched on a small hill, the camp offers sweeping views of the surrounding wilderness and the distant Drakensberg Mountains.
Accommodating guests in just four stylishly furnished en-suite tents, MCH Tented Camp ensures an intimate and private stay. Each tent boasts elegant décor, spacious indoor and outdoor lounging areas, and full en-suite bathrooms with both indoor and outdoor bathtubs and showers. Private decks overlooking the reserve offer tranquil spaces to relax and take in the beauty of the surroundings.
The main camp area invites guests to unwind with a large deck, swimming pool, sun loungers, and cozy outdoor seating. Additional features include a massage sala, a library, and several relaxation lounges. Dining is an event to remember, whether enjoyed in the indoor or outdoor dining areas, or around the firepit in the traditional African boma. For an unforgettable experience, guests can spend the night on the private Sleep Out Deck, falling asleep under the starlit African sky.
Highlights
- Makalali Game Reserve
- Luxury intimate tented camp
- Stunning suites with outdoor baths
- Swimming pool and fire-pit
- Personalised experience with dedicated staff
Hamiltons Tented Camp
Hamiltons Tented Camp, nestled within a 10,000-hectare Mluwati Private Concession in Kruger National Park, pays homage to James Stevenson-Hamilton, the park’s first warden. The camp recreates the charm of early 20th-century safaris, offering a unique blend of historic elegance and modern comfort.
The main lodge features open spaces, a beautifully appointed dining room, a cozy lounge, and a wooden viewing deck overlooking the N’waswitsontso River. Decorated with antique furnishings and art pieces, the lodge radiates vintage sophistication. Dining at Hamiltons takes place in the dining room or in scenic location around the lodge, or under the stars in the outdoor boma.
Accommodation includes six secluded luxury tents elevated on timber walkways amidst ancient Jackalberry trees. These tents offer complete privacy and breathtaking views of the river. Each tent is elegantly decorated with African-inspired touches and historic details like brass light switches and steamer trunks, evoking a bygone era. The tents feature open-plan bedrooms, sitting areas, full bathrooms, and private viewing decks.
Highlights
- Mluwati Private Concession
- N’waswitsontso River
- Recreates the charm of early 20th-century safari
- Luxury Tented accommodation
- Private decks and plunge pools
Simbavati Hilltop lodge
Perched high on the hillside of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Simbavati Hilltop Lodge enjoys a privileged location within the Greater Kruger National Park. Surrounded by towering trees and sweeping grasslands, the lodge is renowned for its panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge is a unique lodge in the Kruger Park and offers a reimagined luxury tent experience. Every detail reflects the lodge’s commitment to luxury and comfort. The main lodge area has wraparound decks with panoramic views of the bush and distant mountains. Facilities include an infinity swimming pool, relaxation area, dining tent, seated firepit, and a traditional open-air African Boma for outdoor dining under the stars.
Hilltop lodge is a small an intimate lodge with only eight tented suites. Each luxury tent opens up onto a private viewing deck with plunge pools and sala pavilions with double day beds. These very suites boast stunning views over the dam and the Nhlaralumi River below.
Highlights
- Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
- Small an intimate lodge
- Reimagined luxury tent experience
- Viewing decks with plunge pools & sala pavilions
- Home to the rare White Lion
- Views of the Nhlaralumi River below.
One of the greatest joys of staying in a tented camp is being immersed in the sights and sounds of the African wilderness. You might wake up to the calls of birds at dawn or drift off to sleep with the distant roar of lions. These moments create an intimate connection with nature that few other accommodations can offer.
Useful Information
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