








Buffalo Camp Highlights
- Kapama "Big 5" Reserve
- Maximum of 20 guests
- Tented suites
- Swimming pool
- Bar area
- Dinners in the boma
- Game drives
Kapama Buffalo Camp Information
- Lodge type; Safari Camp
- Location; Kapama Reserve
- Lodge size; 10 Tented Suites
- Recommended stay; 2-5 nights
Introduction
Kapama Buffalo Camp, reminiscent of a bygone era offering guests a unique and intimate safari experience.
All the comforts that one could wish for are found in and around the camp but without the frills of other luxury camps.
Buffalo Camp with a maximum of 20 guests at any one time is perfect for those who are after a small lodge experience in the Kapama Game Reserve.
Reserve Information
Kapama offers up 13 000 hectares of wildlife and birdlife rich savannah and riverine forest were spotting Africas's 'Big 5' is within reach of guest who spend at least two nights on safari here. Kapama South Africa is the ideal getaway for romantics and families alike.
- Game reserve was established in 1986
- Comprises 13 000 hectares
- 'Big Five' on offer
- Hoedspruit Centre for Endangered Species
- Approximately 350 bird species
- Four lodges to choose from
- Close to Hoedspruit’s Eastgate Airport
Rooms and Suites
Ten spacious and luxurious tented suites on elevated platforms are available to guests with each being connected from each other and the main camp area by elevated walkways.
Each of the tented suites offers commanding views out into the surrounding bush
En-suite bathrooms with bathtub and shower, wooden flooring, private decks, king-sized beds in white linen all wrapping in the comfort of canvas and air-conditioning.
Cuisine and Wine
Breakfasts and lunches are served up either indoors or outdoors around the main guest are at Buffalo's Camp
Hot and cold breakfast and lunch options are on offer depending on what you feel like.
Dinners from the camp kitchen or boma area are of a traditional South African nature. There is nothing better than enjoying one's meal in the ma while lions roar in the distance.
Lodge Facilities
Buffalo Camps central guest area offers visitors a small bar area, lounge in which to relax, an intimate dining area all with raised viewing decks.
A swimming pool for all is located near the dining area and is the spot to find relief from the summer heat.
Safari Activities
Included in the rate when staying at any of the Kapama lodges are two daily game drives and a bushwalking experience. Both these activities are led by highly trained guides and trackers ensuring a safe yet knowledgeable safari experience.
Other optional activities (at additional costs) can be booked while in the reserve, including;
- Elephant interaction
- Hoedspruit Centre for Endangered Species
- Romantic sleep-out
- Photographic safaris
- Hot Air Ballooning
Spa and Wellness
Kapama is now taking the concept of the safari spa to new heights; two spa facilities are available for guests staying within the reserve, i.e., the Karula Spa or the River Lodge Spa.
Karula Spa offers four treatment rooms, a fitness centre, steam room, and a pool with built-in loungers and underwater jets.
River Lodge Spa offers six treatment rooms, mini gym, and pool all overlooking a waterhole.
Dermalogica and Matisse are used for all treatments and massages.
Either one of these spa options is must for all when visiting the Kapama Game Reserve.
Rates from R8 800.00 pp
- Per person per night sharing (pp)
- Rates are in South African Rands
- *Rates may vary according to season
- Three meals per day.
- Tea, coffee, cakes, pastries and afternoon teatime snacks
- A selection of local alcoholic and premium beverages
- Two game drives daily in open safari vehicles
- Complimentary road transfers to Eastgate airport
- Twice daily housekeeping service
- Conservation Levy
- Telephone calls
- Shop purchases
- Spa treatments
- Personal bar account, room mini-bar consumables and sundowner drinks
- Laundry
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