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Kapama River Lodge

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Elegant escape in nature's embrace

Surrounded by the serene beauty of a game reserve, this lodge offers luxurious accommodations with impeccable housekeeping and thoughtful touches like hot bubble baths. Enjoy unforgettable game drives led by expert guides and indulge in a varied, delicious menu that changes daily.

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Gym
  • Room service

Room options

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Standard Suite (River Lodge: Suite) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Suite (River Lodge: Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Leadwood Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Leadwood Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Royal Suite (River Lodge: Royal Suite)

Royal Suite (River Lodge: Royal Suite) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Royal Suite (River Lodge: Royal Suite)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Marula Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Marula Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tamboti Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Tamboti Superior Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Royal Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Leadwood Suite Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Marula Suite Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Courtyard suite

  • Sleeps 2

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Tamboti Superior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 18 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 38 min drive - 22.2 miles
  • Jessica the Hippo - 46 min drive - 22.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Xitsumbeni Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Brewery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Airport Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kapama Southern Camp Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪klaserie one stop - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Kapama River Lodge

Luxury all-inclusive lodge near Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
Consider a stay at Kapama River Lodge and take advantage of a free roundtrip airport shuttle, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace. Indulge in a body treatment, a body scrub, and a facial at Kapama Wellness Centre, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, supervised childcare (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Massage treatment rooms, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 64 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate tubs/showers
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

All inclusive details

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 à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic beverages included
Room service during certain hours
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

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Terrace/patio
Kapama Southern Camp
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 78 reviews
Kapama Southern Camp

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Kapama River Lodge Hoedspruit
Kapama River Hoedspruit
Kapama River Lodge Lodge
Kapama River Lodge Hoedspruit
Kapama River Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Does Kapama River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Kapama River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kapama River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kapama River Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Kapama River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 11 AM–2 PM on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Kapama River Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and beverages are included (with some restrictions).

Where is Kapama River Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this all-inclusive lodge is 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and within 32 mi (52 km) of Kruger National Park and Orpen Gate.

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