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Kapama Karula

R40, Kapama Private Game Reserve | Kruger Park, Kruger National Park 1380, South Africa
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

My father and I spend 6 nights at Kapama Karula. The experience was incredible. From the moment we arrived until the moment we left every detail was taken care of. The food was amazing and featured a selection of local and international cuisine. The only problem with the food was deciding between the multiple options. The suite seemed to complement... More

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Coxim, MS
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

Everything was perfect in my stay at Kapama Karula. Lodge is very beautiful, rooms are awesome, extremely clean. The staff is very helpful and well prepared. Food was very good, with several options in all meals. Drinks are cheap, and you have a Nespressp free in your room. I would stay more than the three say I spent, if I... More

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Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

From the time we pulled up at the lodge, we were extremely well looked after. Guests are apparently assigned a single ranger and tracker-spotter for the duration of their stay, and they were just so friendly and knowledgable. We stayed in one of the luxury tents. It lived up to the name and was very private, though only a minute's... More

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Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

The Kapama Karula hotel is fantastic. Everything about our stay from the moment we landed to the time we left was just perfect. Staff, food, rooms, safari - all was 5 star. We saw the big five in our first day! I would highly recommend this hotel.

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Kruger National Park, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

We stayed at Kapama for 3 days and had the best experience ever. Our Rangers were really amazing while tracking animals and very knowledgeable. They explained everything we saw in detail, found the most difficult to find species and gave us insight on how each animal lives and coexists in this corner of the earth. The hotel is really amazing,... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

Kapama Karula was truly one of the most amazing experiences. We were first greeted by one of the rangers at Hoedspruit aiprort, then taken by jeep to the lodge. We were taken back by the true luxury and serene environment from the second we drove into the grounds. We were welcomed by many of the rangers and staff with refreshing... More

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Houston, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

My husband and I stayed at Kapama Karula in February for 3 nights. We had an amazing experience and would highly recommend Kapama! Our suite was amazing, the food was 5 star and the game viewing was spectacular! We only had 6 in our car so it was nice to have a small group with the same ranger and tracker... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

One of the best, if not the best hotel we've stayed, ever. Everything was perfect, from the moment we were picked up at the Hoedspruit airport to the moment we left. The rooms were amazing, state of the art-trendy decor, very comfortable beds. Our ranger (Don) and tracker (Tulli) were very knowledgeable, we saw not only elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, lions,... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

pro's -- amazing rooms friendly staff amazing trackers great game viewing beautiful location con's-- Feels very sterile and austere for a lodge. This is of course my opinion, but all the meals are very formal (how many forks does one person need?), and there is very little interaction between guests due to the set up of the meals.....White table cloth,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2013 via mobile

We splashed out and stayed here for 3 nights of our honeymoon-we don't regret a single penny. Kapama Karula is fantastic, from the moment you walk in to the stunning rooms, lovely staff and amazing safaris. We would recommend this place to anyone wanting a truly special safari experience-stunning :) Ps. Collen+Solly are legends-we saw the big 5 (and plenty... More

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Kapama Karula Hotel
Kapama Karula Hotel Kapama Private Game Reserve
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Address: R40, Kapama Private Game Reserve | Kruger Park, Kruger National Park 1380, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > Kruger National Park > Kapama Private Game Reserve
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Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in Kapama Private Game Reserve
Price Range: $$$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Kapama KarulaSet on the banks of the perennial Klaserie River is one of Kapama’s most secluded and prestigious safari camps named Karula. Karula means "place of peace" in the native tongue, and soon after your arrival you will know exactly why this name is just so perfect for this magnificent luxury safari camp. Peace is but one of the many emotions that will encompass your soul as you look at the serene waterway meandering gently past your doorstep and the age old saying "water is life" will begin to have a whole new meaning for you.Karula Lounge and BarThe open plan lounge and bar area, with floor to ceiling glass doors illustrates the perfect balance with elegant light colors. This modern building with its whitewashed wooden structure, skylights and open air bar, creates a cozy feel to the lounge and makes it a day time favorite to enjoy a drink or just sit back and enjoy the sights Karula has to offer. The contemporary yet African feel to the camp will satisfy and exceed the expectations of even the most discerning connoisseurs. The outside wooden deck overlooking the Klaserie river gives you the opportunity to enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and magnificent vistas the camp has to offer.Karula Library & Media RoomA brilliant new addition and multi-purpose room that was built after the floods in January 2012. The library and media room boasts some of the best audio visual equipment but doubles as a library where you can read a good book in a breathtaking environment, or just take in nature’s views through the massive sliding windows. Keep in touch with family and loved ones at one of the two dedicated guest internet stations with WiFi on tap and free of charge. A private, romantic fireplace dinner can also be arranged with the camp personnel, and in a modern romantic setting like this, the answer can only be "Yes". ... more   less 

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