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Kapama Karula Lodge

With its light, airy, open spaces and views from every angle, Karula is truly the pride of Kapama Private Game Reserve as our flagship lodge. Effortlessly elegant and stylish, Karula will steal the breath of even the most seasoned traveller. This luxury safari accommodation lodge near the Kruger National Park is every discerning traveller’s perfect escape.

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From R 32 500 per person sharing, per night

Kapama Karula Lodge
From, per person · nightR 32 500
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Kapama Karula Lodge

About the lodge

An overview of Kapama Karula Lodge.

With its light, airy, open spaces and views from every angle, Karula is truly the pride of Kapama Private Game Reserve as our flagship lodge. Effortlessly elegant and stylish, Karula will steal the breath of even the most seasoned traveller. This luxury safari accommodation lodge near the Kruger National Park is every discerning traveller’s perfect escape.

Highlights

  • Kapama Karula features twelve superior suites, two of which are purpose-built for families.
  • The suites are surrounded by glistening glass sliding doors that open onto private outdoor deck areas, each with a full-size heated swimming pool and sun loungers. These decks offer uninterrupted views of the Klaserie River, where you can spot wildlife in the game reserve.

You Should Know

  • Children under the age of 12 are welcome at Kapama Karula Lodge.
  • Children under 12 may join safaris at the sole discretion of the manager or guide.
  • Children under the age of 6 are not permitted on safaris. Where possible, a dedicated children's safari will be arranged during regular safari times.

The Details

Kapama Karula features ten spacious superior villas, each outfitted with wrap-around glass sliding doors that provide stunning views of the Klaserie River. Inside, each villa offers an opulent en-suite bathroom with both indoor and outdoor showers, a double vanity, and a luxurious bath. Additional amenities include a minibar, Nespresso coffee machine, lock-up safe, international adaptor, Wi-Fi connection, iPod docking station, overhead fan, air conditioning, and a gas-heated fireplace for chilly evenings. Each villa also has a private outdoor deck, complete with a full-sized heated swimming pool and sun loungers for ultimate relaxation.

For families, Kapama Karula offers two family villas. These feature an open-plan living room with a cozy fireplace, a main en-suite bedroom, and a second en-suite bedroom connected through an interleading door or its own entrance. The second bedroom comes equipped with a flat-screen TV, a collection of movies, and a Wii game console.

The lodge's facilities include a contemporary lounge, a bar, a boma, a dining area, a boutique shop, a wine cellar, a library, a spa and fitness center, a swimming pool, a business center, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Kapama Karula caters to solo travelers, couples, and families seeking a truly memorable safari experience.

Price Includes

  • Accommodation, all meals, teas, and snacks.
  • All local and select premium drinks.
  • Two daily safari activities and bush walks.
  • Complimentary use of the steam room, ice bath, and therapy pool.
  • Return transfers to/from Eastgate Airport (HDS) for scheduled flights only.
  • VAT is included.
  • The family villas include the use of a private vehicle with your guide and tracker.
  • Rates are per person sharing unless otherwise noted.
  • Single supplements may apply.
  • You can request a quote or speak with one of our agents for the best, most current rates available.

Rate exclusions:

  • Conservation levy of R350.00 per person per night, laundry and items of a personal nature - 19 December 2025
  • Conservation levy 20 December 2025 to 30 June 2026 - R500.00 per person per night
  • Conservation levy 01 July to 19 December 2026 - R650.00 per person per night, laundry and items of a personal nature.

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Kapama Karula Lodge

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Rates and dates.

Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.

Valid until 19 Dec 2026

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Peak / migration

1 Jul 2026 – 30 Sept 2026

All Inclusive - All meals, local drinks, selected wines, two daily safaris, guided bush walks, round trip transfers from Eastgate Airport

R 32 500

per person · night

Shoulder

1 Nov 2026 – 19 Dec 2026

All Inclusive - All meals, local drinks, selected wines, two daily safaris, guided bush walks, round trip transfers from Eastgate Airport

R 32 500

per person · night

Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.

Current offers

Special offer available.

Stay & Pay

Stay 4 Nights & Only Pay For 3 Nights | Stay From: 5 January to 31 March 2026

Last minute

Book & Travel Within 21 Days (Travel Between 1 April 2026 To 30 June 2026) Terms & Conditions Apply

Honeymoon offer

For couples celebrating a wedding.

Documented from An African Anthology's 2026 rate sheet. A formal offer you can claim, not marketing language.

Kapama Karula Exclusive Honeymoon Offer – Pay 4 Stay 5

Pay 4 nights, stay 5 th night free (Pay 4 Stay 5). Package inclusions: 5 nights in a superior luxury villa with private heated pool; all meals plus selected local and premium beverages; 2 daily safaris; private candlelit dinner; couples' Hydro Bath Session at Karula Spa; unlimited South African sparkling wine; transfers from Hoedspruit Airport; conservation levies per person per night; romantic turn-down.

Kapama Karula offers a year-round exclusive honeymoon safari package on a Pay 4 Stay 5 basis: book 4 nights and receive the 5 th night complimentary. The package is accommodated in a superior luxury villa with private heated pool and includes all meals, selected local and premium beverages, 2 daily Big Five safaris, a private candlelit dinner, a couples' Hydro Bath Session at Karula Spa, unlimited South African sparkling wine, return transfers from Hoedspruit Airport for fly-in guests, conservation levies per person per night, and a romantic turn-down service.

Minimum stay
5 nights

Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Terms and eligibility may change. Your specialist confirms all offers at the time of booking.

Family policies

Travelling with children.

What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Kapama Karula Lodge, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .

Minimum ages
Stay All ages · Game drives 6+ · Walking safari 16+
Child rates
Kapama Karula is sold via Superior Villas and Superior Family Villas. The 2 Superior Family Villas are sold at a per-villa rate accommodating 2 adults & 2 children (under 12) or up to 4 adults (per the more recent 2027 rate sheet). The detailed per-child sharing-rate table in the Child Policy section is published under "River Lodge" and is not explicitly extended to Karula — at Karula the family arrangement is delivered through the Superior Family Villa unit rate.
Family rooms
Family unit available.
Care
Kids' programme · Babysitting available
Exceptions

Children of all ages are welcome to stay at Karula. Children aged 6+ join standard game drives at the ranger's discretion; children under 6 are not permitted on standard game drives, but a "Bush Bumble" kiddie's safari can be arranged when possible. The 2 Superior Family Villas include use of a private vehicle with guide and assistant guide, which enables younger children to join drives. Guided bush walks are limited to adults and children 16 years and older. Note: 2026 rate sheets describe the Family Villa as "2 adults + 2 children or 3 adults"; the more recent 2027 sheets state "2 adults + 2 children or 4 adults" — the 2027 configuration applies.

Your specialist for this lodge

Karolina Naukushu

Karolina Naukushu

Safari Specialist - Southern Africa

Knows Kapama Karula Lodge backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.

Darren Robertson

With Darren across the team.

"I've recently interacted with Dolan and hands down he's been the best travel agent that I've every worked with. He was a wealth of experience and knowledge which shows volumes. He took into consideration my budget and my individual needs to tailor make a package with recommendations for my preference,he knows Kruger and Greater Kruger like the back of his hands and I will wholeheartedly recommended his services. He is truly an asset to his institution."
August 2022 · South Africa · with Dolan Sequera · Verified on Trustpilot ↗

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Let's design your stay.

From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Kapama Karula Lodge: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.

Example: 14–21 Nov 2027 · 2 adults · departing NYC · Big Five focus.

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