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Kapama Karula Lodge
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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.
The same as booking direct
Rates and pricing.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 19 Dec 2026
Why book through us
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows Kapama Karula Lodge personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.
By season
Green season
1 Apr 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
All Inclusive - All meals, local drinks, selected wines, two daily safaris, guided bush walks, round trip transfers from Eastgate Airport
R 32 500
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
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
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.
Exclusive offer
Available right now.
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: minimum ages, activities, family rooms and child rates, 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+
Programmes & care
Kids' programme
Babysitting available
Accommodation
Family unit available.
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.
Notable 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.
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Plan your dream safari at Kapama Karula Lodge.
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.
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