Lodge
Kings Camp
About the lodge
An overview of Kings Camp.
Kings Camp is nestled within the private 53,392-hectare Timbavati Game Reserve, situated to the north and west of the renowned Kruger National Park and Sabi Sands. The Timbavati Game Reserve is famous for its stunning white lions, as well as the other members of the Big Five.
Highlights
- Big Five game viewing
- Elegant suites with private verandas
- Kings Camp faces an open savanna plain with an active waterhole and has access to 100 km² of traversing, making for amazing photographic opportunities
You Should Know
- Children aged 6 and above are welcome at the lodge.
- Children ages 6–11 years can share a room with their parents.
- Children sharing a suite with two full-paying guests will pay 50% of the adult sharing rate.
The Detail
Kings Camp features seven spacious Luxury Suites, two Honeymoon Suites, and the exclusive Waterbuck Private Villa. The Luxury Suites provide an elegant retreat with en-suite bathrooms, indoor and outdoor double showers, air conditioning, minibars, and private verandas with stunning bush views.
For honeymooners, the Honeymoon Suites offer all the luxury amenities, plus a Nespresso coffee machine and a large private plunge pool overlooking the African wilderness.
Perfect for families or small groups, the Waterbuck Private Villa accommodates up to eight guests and includes an upstairs Master Suite with an open-plan bathroom, two ground-floor Luxury Suites, and a detached Luxury Garden Suite. The villa also boasts a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, lounge, library, and access to two personal computers with Wi-Fi. Guests enjoy a private safari vehicle and the dedicated services of a butler, chef, and guide.
Camp facilities include a lounge, dining area, boma, bar, gym, swimming pool, spa, library, curio shop, and complimentary internet access. Activities at Kings Camp range from twice-daily open-vehicle game drives and guided bush walks to rejuvenating spa treatments.
With over 40 mammal species and more than 360 bird species, Kings Camp promises a rich and rewarding bush adventure. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, and families, this luxurious safari getaway offers an unforgettable experience in one of Africa’s most treasured wilderness areas.
Price Includes
- Luxury accommodation, three meals daily, tea and coffee, and two game drives per day. Walking safaris are on offer. All beverages are included, excluding premium brands.
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 31 Dec 2027
Why book through us
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows Kings Camp 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
Low season
1 Jan 2026 – 31 Dec 2026
All Inclusive -Three meals daily, tea & coffee, all beverages (excluding premium brands, wines from the cellar and champagne), two game drives per day, walking safaris and round-trip Kings Camp airstrip transfers
R 18 500
Low season
1 Jan 2027 – 31 Dec 2027
All Inclusive -Three meals daily, tea & coffee, all beverages (excluding premium brands, wines from the cellar and champagne), two game drives per day, walking safaris and round-trip Kings Camp airstrip transfers
R 21 000
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.
Photographic safari options
Built for photographers.
Specific photographic infrastructure available at Kings Camp, taken from Seasons In Africa's published rate sheets, not marketing copy.
Hide
Underground Hide
Kings Camp has a dedicated underground hide situated on the periphery of the lodge's active waterhole. This facility allows guests to get ground-level views of wildlife coming to drink, making it ideal for close-up wildlife photography.
Underground hide on the periphery of the lodge's active waterhole.
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Family policies
Travelling with children.
What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Kings Camp: 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
- 6+
- Game drives
- 6+
- Walking safari
- 6+
Programmes & care
No dedicated kids' programme.
Accommodation
Family unit available.
Child rates
Timbavati Conservation Levy: R660 per adult per night (13+), R330 per child per night (2–12). Children 6+ welcome at Kings Camp Main Lodge; all ages welcome at Waterbuck Private Camp (villa rate R165,000 per night for 1–8 adults).
Notable exceptions
- Kings Camp Main Lodge accepts children aged 6 and older. Waterbuck Private Camp — a 4-bedroomed exclusive-use villa at Kings Camp with its own Land Rover, game ranger, tracker, villa attendant and personal chef — welcomes children of all ages. On standard Main Lodge bookings, private game drives can be arranged at an additional cost of R21,000 per day (non-commissionable), which can accommodate families with younger children on drives.
Imagery
A closer look.
15 photographs · click any image to expand
Speak to a safari specialist
Plan your dream safari at Kings Camp.
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 Kings Camp: 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.
Ready when you are
Let's design your stay.
Your specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours with availability, exact pricing, and suggestions for what to combine it with.