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Kambaku Safari Lodge

Located on the western end of the Kruger National Park, Timbavati Private Game Reserve is home to Kambaku Safari Lodge and boasts over 10 000 hectares of natural, unspoiled, Big 5 territory. Kambaku Safari Lodge boasts a beautiful setting around a waterhole making for spectacular game viewing from the main pool, upper deck, or even from the chalets private viewing decks. The intimate lodge of only 8 chalets is powered by solar power, setting the lodge apart as an eco-friendly, conservation-minded haven. At Kambaku Safari Lodge your safari experience encompasses excellent game drives, off-road game viewing, night drives, and guided nature walks. The reserves expert game rangers go all out to track the animals you want to see, ensuring thrilling wildlife encounters. This spectacular destination is one of the only areas in Africa where the majestic White Lion can be found. This alone makes it a very worthwhile and unique setting.

Relax at the River Sands Spa or gym with complimentary transfers between the lodges. Adventurists can set out for guided 3-hour bushwalks, photographic-, and art safaris. The end of each day is a celebration of the adventures experienced with a superb meal next to a cozy fire or under the glistening African skies. This family-friendly location is a dream come true for budding mini-rangers. Children visiting Kambaku Safari Lodge thrive on their exclusive child-friendly game drives, on-site bush walks, and are thrilled at meeting the resident on-site Warthog family. Kids will have an adventure of their own learning about the wild and how to track animals, frogs, and identify birds. Junior Rangers will receive a certificate to acknowledge their achievements in the bush on departure

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Wildlife:

High concentration of Big 5 with large herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as large lion prides.
Large number of White lions live in the reserve.
Other wildlife include but are not limited to the hippopotamus, giraffe, zebra, cheetah, African wild dog, hyaena, warthog and many other cat and antelope species.
Large antelope herds support the populations of predators in the reserve.
Over 500 bird species have been recorded in the region. Many can be seen in 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 bushwalks are permitted.

Activities & facilities:

Game drives
Guided bushwalks
Stargazing
Birdwatching
Swimming Pool
Restaurant
Open-air traditional African Boma
Spa & Gym
Large viewing deck
Bar & lounges

Highlights:

54 300 hectares in size.
No fences which allows free movement of wildlife between the reserves.
Nhlaralumio river is a prominent landmark, which spreads out over the reserve.
Famously known for its rare white lions.
Home to some of the counties best luxury lodges offering a diverse range of adult only and family options.
Exceptional outdoor dining experiences.
Exciting Big-5 game drives with game rangers and trackers.
Renowned for sightings of leopards, white lions and the wild African dog.

Getting there:

There are several private airstrips in Timbavati, two daily chartered flights from Johannesburg are operated by Federal Airlines.
Hoedspruit (HDS) is the closet commercial airport to the Timbavati, 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 Skukuza: 2 hours 30 minutes.
Road transfers from Hoedspruit to Timbavati take 30 – 120 minutes lodge depending.

Location:

Located in the western region of the Greater Kruger and borders the Kruger National Park, Klaserie Game Reserve, Umbabat Game Reserve and Thornybush 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.

Special offers:

Enjoy one free night with our PAY 3 STAY 4 offers.
Honeymoon offers include 50% off one partners accommodation, plus extras.
South African resident rates are bookable 30 days prior to arrival date only.

Child Policy:

Pioneer Camp welcomes children over years
Children under 6 years can be accommodated if the camp is booked for exclusive use
Children 6 – 11 years pay 50% of adult rate

Inclusions & Exclusions:

Included: 2 x Game drives per day, guided bush walks, all meals, soft drinks, selected alcoholic beverages, and private airstrip transfers.
Excluded: Premium branded drinks, conservation levies, commercial 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 50% applicable
Rates displayed are valid until 15 December 2024

Seasons:

Peak season: 20 December – 03 January
High season: 04 January – 19 December

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