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Kapama Karula

5.0 star property
Riverside lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Superior Villa | Outdoor pool
Superior Villa
Superior Villa | Bathroom
Superior Villa
Kapama Karula's all-inclusive luxury lodge sits riverside, offering exceptional wildlife viewing and rejuvenating treatments at the Wellness Centre. Guests enjoy delicious meals, a lazy river outdoor pool with sun loungers, a poolside bar, and high-speed WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
The current price is €3,050
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

Room options

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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
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Family Villa

Highlights

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

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

What's nearby

  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 34 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 42 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Nyani Cultural Village - 46 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Mafunyani Cultural Village - 54 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 57 min drive - 41.7 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Xitsumbeni Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Kapama Southern Camp Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪klaserie one stop - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Kapama Lounge - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Boma - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Kapama Karula

Luxury all-inclusive lodge by the river
Consider a stay at Kapama Karula and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and game and wildlife viewing. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub or a facial at Kapama Wellness Centre, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a terrace.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool along with a lazy river, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, babysitting (surcharge) and massage treatment rooms
  • A banquet hall, a front desk safe and a vegetable garden
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as private plunge pools and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as furnished patios and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and eco-friendly cleaning products

All-inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. On-site 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 drinks included

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Kapama River Lodge

  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 306 reviews
The price is €1,173
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Kapama River Lodge

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Lazy river
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • 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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Kapama Karula have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Kapama Karula?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kapama Karula on 4 Nov 2025 start from €3,050.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Kapama Karula pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kapama Karula?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kapama Karula?

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 Karula?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Kapama Karula provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Kapama Karula?

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

Where is Kapama Karula located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly lodge is within 12 mi (20 km) of Nyani Cultural Village, Selati Nature Reserve and Kapama Private Nature Reserve. Mafunyani Cultural Village is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away.

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Reviews

Kapama Karula Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brayan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxurious, tranquil surroundings, excellent food, outstanding game viewing, top notch spa facilities, well trained, attentive and knowledgeable staff all round.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Your car been washed for free before departure was exceptional . The villas were exceptionally beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stefanos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lodge exceptionnel plus belle endroit au monde que nous avons visite wow
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

hina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nada a desejar comparado aos melhores hotéis do mundo!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vivianne, Sao Paulo, Brasil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Livia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Maravilhoso!

Hotel maravilhoso na Reserva Kapama, serviço impecável, esperava mais do Safari.

10/10 Excellent

Odair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SAFARI PERFEITO

Quarto muito lindo, piscina exclusiva, comida excelente, funcionários atenciosos e cordiais. fantástico

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto, Guatemala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy agradable

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The villa
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The airport transfer
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019