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Kapama Karula

5.0 star property
Mountain lodge with spa and safari

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By the river, Kapama Karula offers an all-inclusive luxury lodge experience. Guests rave about the game and wildlife viewing, a massage or body wrap at Kapama Wellness Centre spa, and delicious meals at the on-site restaurant. With high-speed WiFi, poolside bar and lazy river outdoor pool with sun loungers make for an unforgettable stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool and lazy river
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Babysitting

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Private pool
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate bedroom
  • Living room
The current price is CA $3,815
CA $4,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5

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Superior Villa

Superior Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
  • River view
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Villa

Family Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
  • River view
  • 170 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Terrace/patio

Kapama Southern Camp

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 76 reviews
The price is CA $1,496
CA $1,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Kapama Southern Camp
Bar (on property)

Kapama River Lodge

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 282 reviews
The price is CA $1,460
CA $1,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Kapama River Lodge
Luxury Tent (Buffalo Camp)

Kapama Buffalo Camp

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 38 reviews
The price is CA $1,823
CA $2,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Kapama Buffalo Camp
Superior Suite

AM Lodge

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 44 reviews
The price is CA $1,744
CA $2,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
AM Lodge
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About the area

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R40 Kapama Private Game Reserve, National Kruger Park Area, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Nyani Cultural Village - 18 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Kapama Private Nature Reserve - 27 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 28 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 34 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 52 min drive - 39.9 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 47 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Klaserie One Stop - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Boma - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kapama Lounge - ‬28 min drive

About this property

All-inclusive

This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic beverages included

Languages

Afrikaans, English
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Free supervised childcare

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–11:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Lazy river
  • Free supervised childcare/activities

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Lazy river
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Private pool
  • Furnished patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
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Special features

Spa

Kapama Wellness Centre has 5 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.
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Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Kapama Karula Hoedspruit
Kapama Karula Lodge Hoedspruit
Kapama Karula Lodge
Kapama Karula Hoedspruit
Kapama Karula Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Kapama Karula?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Kapama Karula?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kapama Karula?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Kapama Karula?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kapama Karula?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Kapama Karula and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Kapama Karula includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Kapama Karula also has a lazy river and a sauna, as well as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Kapama Karula?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.

Does Kapama Karula have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

Does Kapama Karula have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a private pool, a private plunge pool, and a furnished patio.

What's the area around Kapama Karula like?

Kapama Karula is located by the river. Popular attractions include Kapama Private Nature Reserve, which is 27 minutes away by car.

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Luxurious, tranquil surroundings, excellent food, outstanding game viewing, top notch spa facilities, well trained, attentive and knowledgeable staff all round.
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Your car been washed for free before departure was exceptional . The villas were exceptionally beautiful.
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Richard, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We'd Definitely Come Back!
Exceptional modern/contemporary Villas (a welcome relief from the traditional!) with great space, views and amenities. Fantastic game viewing! Staff were generally very attentive and polite, and the game-drive ranger & tracker were exceptional! Contemporary “high-quality” meals & interesting menu options, from a knowledgeable chef, with generally particularly good quality of produce and preparation, and with high regard by the staff on any individual food requests. An exception was the traditional 'boma' night, when compared to other similar or even lower rated/priced lodges, with tough "over-sauced/marinated" lamb chops, and an inconsistency in the Eland loin (pieces were either tender (just right), or inedible, tough and chewy). We were also surprised by the absence of traditional stews we have become accustomed to on such evenings, e.g. oxtail, lamb & beef stew, etc. Also, the prawns offered on one of the evenings were pasty & soft. Last observation we'd like to share, was the lack/inconsistency of the “little things” of such an up-market lodge; specifically: Morning game drives - the absence of, [1] food selection (not even fruit or some porridge, muffins, etc) before the early-morning game drives, [2] napkins and cutlery with which to cut the croissants (the only item offered 3 days in a row) in order to fill with the offered grated cheese, and [3] the absence juices or water, other than coffee. Game drive snacks were also boring and repetitive.
Stefanos, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Maya, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The villa
The villa
The villa
The airport transfer
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding in every way
One of the finest resorts I have stayed at in Africa. Luxury factor was a ten on ten. The service was impeccable, spa services outstanding. The food was high end and gourmet qaulity, albeit a little limited choice wise. There are 12 individual bungalow style residences, each beautifully decorated and with every possible luxury amenity. Plan on spending a lot of time in your own individual space. Each and every person on the property provided outstanding service, so much so that I felt like rewarding every individual for service above and beyond what was expected. Safety and security was excellent, organisation as well as execution of all activities spot on. Highly recommended for a couple looking for luxury and impeccable service
hina, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional safari experience!
Kapama Karula exceeded our expectations in a significant way! The photos online do not do justice to the beautiful rooms, common areas and safari experience. My husband and I stayed there last week for our honeymoon and were truly amazed at the quality of service, the cleanliness and especially the food. The food quality was 5 star + and we were very impressed with the range of choices for the meals. Aside from the accommodations, the safari drives were fantastic. We always had the same ranger and spotter (always the two of them) and they did an excellent job at explaining the different animals and their behaviors. We saw lions, zebras, giraffes, hippos, rhinos, nyalas, buffalo, elephants and birds. Overall, it was a dream come true and I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an exciting and luxurious safari getaway.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Muito além das expectativas
Simplesmente incrível !!! Melhor experiência de hotel na vida! Tudo muito acima das expectativas ! Compramos sistema all inclusive mas nem imaginamos os pratos serem escolhidos e parecia feito por chefs, o menu mudava todo dia porém podia pedir o que quisesse que faziam, sobre instalações tudo perfeito, limpo, organizado e pessoal super cordial, simpáticos e prestativos !!! Nota 11 para o Safari e os 2 que dirigia e acompanhava pois fizeram tudo para que tivéssemos a melhor experiência e tivemos !!!!
Brayan, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lodge exceptionnel plus belle endroit au monde que nous avons visite wow
Louise, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nada a desejar comparado aos melhores hotéis do mundo!!
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Os 4 dias que passamos no Kapama foram surpreendentes! A estrutura do hotel, a comida, os safaris, o atendimento muito atencioso e educado de cada um dos funcionários nos deixou ótimas lembranças das quais guardaremos com saudades até a próxima oportunidade. Super recomendamos!
Vivianne, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Maravilhoso!
Uma experiência incrível do início ao fim. Hotel intimista, com poucos hóspedes, atendimento personalizado. Staff muito gentil e sempre pronto para nos atender. Excelente qualidade das bebidas com o preço incluso na diária. Não poderia ter sido melhor.
Livia, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Hotel Maravilhoso!
Hotel maravilhoso na Reserva Kapama, serviço impecável, esperava mais do Safari.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

SAFARI PERFEITO
Quarto muito lindo, piscina exclusiva, comida excelente, funcionários atenciosos e cordiais. fantástico
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Muy agradable
Muy bueno, se esmeran en atenderlo a uno. En los safaris lo explican todo., las habitaciones muy buenas.
Verified Expedia guest review