South Africa

Kapama Private Game Reserve

Acclaimed wilderness on the doorstep of Kruger.

LuxuryGreater Kruger — Hoedspruit

About the Lodge

Kapama Private Game Reserve spans 13,000 hectares of pristine Greater Kruger wilderness just 30 minutes from Hoedspruit Airport — making it one of the most accessible luxury safari destinations in South Africa. Home to the Big Five and over 350 bird species, Kapama's four lodges offer distinct experiences from family-friendly game driving to ultra-exclusive villa escapes. Kapama's Centre for Rehabilitation is one of the most respected cheetah and wildlife rehabilitation facilities in the country.

Lodge Highlights

13,000 hectares bordering Kruger National Park
Four distinct lodge experiences on one reserve
30 minutes from Hoedspruit — easy fly-in access
Kapama Cheetah Rehabilitation Centre
Big Five & 350+ bird species
Family-friendly safari options available
Hot air balloon safaris over the Lowveld
Wilderness & conservation education programmes

Properties in the Collection

Buffalo Camp

Kapama Reserve

10 suites

Authentic Lowveld tented camp

Kapama River Lodge

Kapama Reserve

40 suites

Classic family-friendly lodge

Kapama Southern Camp

Kapama Reserve

10 suites

Intimate & exclusive

Karula Hotel

Kapama Reserve

10 rooms

Private villa collection

Activities & Experiences

Big Five game drivesNight drivesHot air ballooningCheetah rehabilitation visitsBush walksSpa treatmentsFamily game activities

Starting From

from $600 per person per night

All-inclusive rates

Reserve

Greater Kruger — Hoedspruit

Best Time

Year-round. May–October for the clearest game viewing. Hot air balloon flights run year-round weather permitting.

Malaria

Malaria area — prophylactics recommended

Recognition

AA Highly Acclaimed — 4 Properties

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