3 Day Big Five Safari - Kapama River Lodge - Kruger Private Reserves
Kapama River Lodge has become known as the big five safari lodge of choice. Embark on a Big Five Safari at Kapama Private Game Reserve. Kapama River Lodge is one of the most popular private luxury lodges in the Greater Kruger National Park, spotting the Big Five in their natural environment during a short period is what makes Kapama one of the popular choices for travelers who are short on time and budget.
The tour includes return road transfer from OR Tambo Johannesburg airport in an air conditioned vehicle, 2 nights luxury accommodation at Kapama River Lodge in a standard suite, all meals & 2 game drives per/day. Why not add an extra night and explore the area around Kapama Game Reserve.
Sabi Sands Reviews
The lodge itself is incredibly luxurious, rooms were very tidy, bed was comfortable and the front balcony with the pool is lovely touch. All of
The lodge itself is incredibly luxurious, rooms were very tidy, bed was comfortable and the front balcony with the pool is lovely touch. All of the staff are very friendly and attentive. The food was simply outstanding and consisted of a buffet breakfast and lunch, and lovely dinner out on the deck.
The lodge itself is situated within a private concession of Kruger National Park which is densely populated with animals. The guides know their way around like the back of their hands and we were fortunate enough to see all of the big 5 (and even wild dogs). The highlight had to be seeing a leopard drag an impala up a tree - a once in a lifetime experience which wouldn't have been possible without our fantastic guide, Connor
It was a pleasure having Max as our consultant. As I'm in the service industry myself, Max was very flexible and took all my requests
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It was a pleasure having Max as our consultant. As I'm in the service industry myself, Max was very flexible and took all my requests to create a fantastic itinerary. African Travel Consultants delivered on their promise. Once I arrived in Cape Town, I never had to contact him as everything was in place. We highly recommend ATC!
I together with my other five friends we booked safari with Sally from African Travel Consultants, we spent three days on safari to the Masai
...more I together with my other five friends we booked safari with Sally from African Travel Consultants, we spent three days on safari to the Masai Mara. Everything was well organized, the driver came to pick us on time and the whole safari was full of fun & excitement. We managed to see the big five and we were lucky to have a fantastic cook Joe ! We really enjoyed the meals. I highly recommend Sally from African Travel Consultants as it's the only company that was cost effective for a group of interns & students, Great service and very professional.
Price Includes
* Luxury accommodation * Return road transfer * Three meals per/day * 2 game drives per/day * English speaking driver/guide
Price Excludes
* Flights * Visas * Personal purchases * Conservation fees * Gratuities
Tour Itinerary
Day 1:
Early transfer from OR Tambo - Johannesburg international airport to Kapama game reserve. You will arrive at Kapama River Lodge by lunch time.
After checking in, you will go on your first game drive to search for Africa's Big Five. You will return to the lodge in time for dinner.
2 Nights at Kapama River Lodge including all meals, 2 game drives per/day (morning & evening) in an open safari vehicle with a professional safari guide and a tracker.
Kapama Private Game Reserve is an African Eden. Sweeping across 13 000 hectares of savannah and riverine forest, Kapama represents a piece of Africa as it used to be. With the mighty Drakensberg mountains in the distance and iconic Kruger National Park to the east, Kapama has distilled the finest wildlife safari offerings for the enjoyment of guests. As part of the greater Kruger area, vast herds of buffalo, elephant and antelope are resident on Kapama, along with plentiful predators. The reserve is a slice of wilderness paradise far from the madding crowd; a place of renewal and reconnection with the natural world.
The iconic and most dangerous wild animals of Africa - the Big Five - are at home on Kapama, but so too are over 40 other mammal species and 350 different types of birds. Game drives and bush walks offer fascinating encounters with wildlife, but Kapama also offers guests unique African wildlife experiences. Guided personal elephant interactions give guests the opportunity to get up close and personal with the elephants and to learn more about their behaviour and natural habitat.
Day 3:
After your morning game drive & breakfast, you will be transferred back to Johannesburg.
Drop off at OR Tambo - Johannesburg international airport is around 18h00.
End of itinerary.
Kapama River Lodge
Within the expansive Kapama Private Game Reserve, River Lodge epitomises five-star safari accommodation. The majestic northern Drakensberg mountains form the backdrop to the 64-suite River Lodge, which is positioned along a bend of the seasonal Kapama River. It’s the largest luxury game lodge in the Greater Kruger National Park area, and is stylishly furnished to ensure an unforgettable African safari experience.
Suites
River Lodge’s 40 spacious air-conditioned suites have uninterrupted views over the Big Five game reserve from private patios, and all feature full, en-suite bathrooms with lavish amenities replenished daily. The suites are decorated to reflect old Africa in a luxury game lodge setting. Beverage stations for early morning coffee in suite and mini-bars for sundowners on your private patio are standard in all rooms.
What to pack:
- Comfortable light clothing for summer months, including a swimming costume.
- A very warm jacket for game drives during winter – conditions can be chilly!
- Walking shoes and socks.
- Sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen (the African sun is harsh for the unprotected body).
- Camera and plenty of film/ memory space.
- A good book.