This luxury safari lodge is every discerning travellers perfect escape and is situated near the Kruger National Park.

Karula is the pride of Kapama Private Game Reserve and is their flagship lodge, with its light airy and open spaces with views from all angles.

Elegant and stylish, Karula will take away the breath of even the most seasoned traveller.

Their friendly barman is on duty all day to tempt you with mouthwatering cocktails which you can enjoy on the lodge’s main deck which leads off from the lounge area, this is an excellent spot to do some game viewing.

If you are in the mood for a game of chess or would rather curl up on a couch with a good book to escape there is no better place than the library. Or one can simply relax in the lounge area and in the evenings you can enjoy the warm glow of the fire pit.

Suites

Kapama Karula has 10 Superior Villas each with their own wrap-around glass sliding doors that open up onto a deck that has exquisite views of the Klaserie River.
Guests can indulge in some refreshing drinks from their minibar while relaxing on their deck or while unwinding in their heated pool.
After a long day in the bush you have the option of showering under the stars in your own outside shower.

There are also 2 Superior Family Villas which boast open plan living rooms. The floor to ceiling doors, guests can step out onto their private deck and take a swim in their heated swimming pool or relax and take in the views.
Each bedroom is spacious and offers privacy and if you are travelling with children you’ll be happy to know that the second bedroom has a flat-screen TV, a selection of movies and a Wii game console.

Air Conditioners in all the suites ensure that guests are always comfortable and there is nothing better than waking up to the smell of your favourite roast that comes from your own Nespresso coffee machine. All suites have lock-up safes for peace of mind as well as wifi and international adapters.

Dining

Breakfast and lunch is taken in their contemporary openside dining room with Kapama Karula’s enticing wine selection as the focal point.

Guests also have the option of enjoying lunch around the Kapama Karula pool on the deck.

Dinners are done in their traditional outdoor boma and you get to experience dining under the stars as their chiefs create ravishing meals in front of you.

Karula can cater to guests with Kosher needs (on request) and private romantic fireside dinners can be enjoyed in their library.

Safaris

Kapama has a variety of ways for you to explore their beautiful landscapes and wildlife. Their twice-daily game drives and educational bush walks are an essential part of the Kapama experience. Budding photographers can enrol in our two-day photography workshop to snap that perfect wall-mounted lion shot.

Twice-daily game drives are included in their tariffs for all guests. Drives are led by a skilled guide and assistant guide on the same vehicle. Kapama was one of the first safari lodges to offer such a dynamic and qualified team to enhance guests’ wildlife experience. Encountering (any or all!) of the Big Five is highly probable during your Kapama stay.

There are hundreds of other species of animals to spot so the early morning and early evening game drives are the best way to start and end the day. With approximately 350 bird species recorded on the reserve, bird enthusiasts are also spoilt for choice.