Greater Kruger · Kapama Private Game Reserve
A luxury Big Five fly-in safari in the Kapama Private Game Reserve.
In the Kapama Private Game Reserve
Price confirmed for your travel dates on enquiry
This 4-day fly-in safari takes you from Johannesburg to Kapama River Lodge in the Kapama Private Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger, for three nights with all meals and two game drives a day.
Professional rangers and trackers guide each open-vehicle drive, with good chances of seeing the Big Five. Between drives, you can relax at the lodge's pools, viewing decks and communal areas, with meals prepared by the lodge's chefs.
The safari suits honeymooners, photographers and travellers who want a short, immersive safari without compromising on comfort.
What makes this fly-in safari stand out.
Meet at OR Tambo International Airport
About 1 hour by air, then a short road transfer
Three nights; two game drives a day
Return flight on day 4
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Meet your Kruger Safari Africa representative at OR Tambo International Airport and take the one-hour flight to Hoedspruit, followed by a short road transfer to Kapama River Lodge.
After a welcome drink, light lunch and lodge orientation, head out on your first open-vehicle game drive in the Kapama Private Game Reserve. Return to the lodge for dinner under the stars.
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Overnight: Kapama River Lodge (full board)
Wake early for coffee or tea before a sunrise game drive in search of lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo. Return for breakfast, then relax at the pool, spa or your private deck.
The afternoon drive includes a sundowner stop in the bush, followed by a three-course dinner.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Overnight: Kapama River Lodge
Head out on a morning game drive with your ranger and tracker, followed by a mid-morning brunch. You can add a bush walk or spa treatment at extra cost.
The afternoon drive offers chances to see cheetah, giraffe and antelope, and the evening ends with a bush boma dinner around the fire.
Meals: Brunch and dinner
Overnight: Kapama River Lodge
Enjoy a final sunrise game drive and breakfast at the lodge, then transfer to Hoedspruit Airport for your return flight to Johannesburg.
Meals: Breakfast
Rates depend on your travel dates, group size and room type. Send us your dates and we will confirm the rate for this safari.
Kapama River Lodge is in the Kapama Private Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger in Limpopo, about 15 minutes by road from Hoedspruit Airport.
The lodge offers spacious suites, pools, viewing decks, a spa and fine dining. Family suites are available, and children can join game drives with parental supervision; some activities have age limits.
Kapama River Lodge is in the Kapama Private Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger in Limpopo, South Africa. It is a short drive from Hoedspruit Airport.
This package includes return flights from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit, about an hour in the air, followed by a road transfer of around 15 minutes. A road transfer from Johannesburg (about 6 hours) is possible, but flying saves time.
Yes, two open-vehicle game drives a day are included, in the morning and afternoon, each with an experienced ranger and tracker.
Yes, guided bush walks with armed rangers can be added at extra cost. Walks usually have a minimum age of 16.
Kapama is home to the Big Five: lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant. You may also see cheetah, hyena, hippo, crocodile, giraffe, antelope and a wide range of birds. Sightings are never guaranteed.
Yes, Kapama River Lodge offers romantic suites, private dining options and spa treatments. Upgrades to other Kapama lodges can be arranged.
Yes, family suites are available and children can join game drives with parental supervision. Bush walks and some other activities have age limits.
Safaris are rewarding year-round. The dry season from May to October is best for wildlife viewing, while the green season from November to April brings lush landscapes, newborn animals and excellent birdwatching.
Pack neutral-coloured, breathable clothing, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a camera with spare batteries, a light jacket for cool mornings and evenings, and swimwear for the pool.
Yes, the standard package is 4 days and 3 nights, and Kruger Safari Africa can tailor it to 3, 5 or 7 days.
Greater Kruger · Kapama Private Game Reserve
3 days · 2 nights
Transfers between Hoedspruit Airport and Kapama included; flights from Cape Town or Johannesburg not included (can be arranged)
Greater Kruger · Kapama Private Game Reserve
3 days · 2 nights
Return flights from Cape Town or Johannesburg to Hoedspruit and lodge transfers included
Greater Kruger · Kapama Private Game Reserve
4 days · 3 nights
Transfers between Hoedspruit Airport and the lodge included; flights from Johannesburg or Cape Town excluded
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