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Summary
Within the expansive Kapama Private Game Reserve, River Lodge epitomizes five-star safari accommodation. The majestic northern Drakensberg mountains form the backdrop to the 64-suite River Lodge, which is positioned along a bend of the seasonal Kapama River. It’s the largest luxury game lodge in the Greater Kruger National Park area and is stylishly furnished to ensure an unforgettable African safari experience.
Package Includes
3 Night Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, Teas and Snacks, 3 x Morning and 3 x Evening Game Drives with soft drinks and water, Conservation Levies, Private Return Transfers
Package Excludes
Extra Activities, Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Activities
- Animal Tracking
- Evening Drives
- Game Walk
- General Photography
- Landscape photography
- Morning Drives
- Night drive
- Scenic Drive
- Wildlife Photography
- Bird Watching
Places
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Kruger National Park, South Africa
- Gauteng, South Africa
Physical Condition
- Normal Physical Condition
Connectivity
- WiFi and phone coverage throughout
Day-by-day Description
Day 1Transfer to Kapama Private Game Reserve
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Evening Drives General Photography Landscape photography Night drive Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingYou will be picked up by your Mr Shuttle Driver/Guide from your Hotel in JHB or OR Tambo International Airport and depart to Kapama River Lodge in Hoedspruit. Upon arrival at the Lodge you will be assisted with your check in for the 3 night stay, you will be taken to your room where you will be able to settle in. Depending in time of arrival Lunch can be arranged for this day. You will then depart later that afternoon on your first evening game drive accompanied by a skilled ranger & tracker, to encounter a diverse range of animal and bird species. Since this is a Big Five reserve, seeing lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo is possible. After you game drive you will head back to the lodge for Dinner. The olde worlde-Africa atmosphere is carried through to meals, which are à la carte. Dinner is usually enjoyed in the rustic outdoor boma, around a open fire. This is true African-style dining, with the roar of lions and the calls of jackals and hyenas as natural background music.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
South Africa
Travel Time: 6 hrs
Day 2Full Day at Kapama River Lodge
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Evening Drives Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Morning Drives Night drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingThe day starts with an early wake-up call. Tea, coffee and rusks are enjoyed before heading out at first light on your Morning Game Drive. While seeing big game is always exhilarating, there are many other smaller species that are also captivating and birding enthusiasts will be delighted at the approximately 350 species of birds recorded in the reserve. Halfway through the drive, there’s a stop for hot drinks and snacks, before returning to the lodge for breakfast. During the day you will enjoy lunch at The Siyatla Lounge. Late afternoon everyone gathers for a decadent high tea, before heading out with your ranger and tracker for the Evening game drive. En route, you’ll stop for a sundowner and a chance to stretch your legs as you watch the sun set over the distant peaks of the Drakensberg mountains. A variety of completely different species can be seen on the night drive. After the drive you will have time to freshen up before enjoying a sumptuous dinner seated around a roaring fire.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
Location
Kapama River Lodge, R40, Limpopo, South Africa
Day 3Full day at Kapama River Lodge
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Evening Drives Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Morning Drives Night drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingThe day starts with an early wake-up call. Tea, coffee and rusks are enjoyed before heading out at first light on your Morning Game Drive. While seeing big game is always exhilarating, there are many other smaller species that are also captivating and birding enthusiasts will be delighted at the approximately 350 species of birds recorded in the reserve. Halfway through the drive, there’s a stop for hot drinks and snacks, before returning to the lodge for breakfast. During the day you will enjoy lunch at The Siyatla Lounge. Late afternoon everyone gathers for a decadent high tea, before heading out with your ranger and tracker for the Evening game drive. En route, you’ll stop for a sundowner and a chance to stretch your legs as you watch the sun set over the distant peaks of the Drakensberg mountains. A variety of completely different species can be seen on the night drive. After the drive you will have time to freshen up before enjoying a sumptuous dinner seated around a roaring fire.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Kapama River Lodge, R40, Limpopo, South Africa
Day 4Departure back to Johannesburg
Activities Included
Bird Photography General Photography Landscape photography Morning Drives Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingOn the last morning you will wake for an early morning game drive, tea, coffee and snacks. Afterwards you will be taken back to the Lodge to have your last breakfast. After breakfast you will have some time to gather your things. Upon check out you will meet up with your Mr Shuttle driver/guide at the reception. He will assist with your check-out and then start your journey back to your Hotel in JHB or the Airport. Pit-stops will be made on the way back to stretch your legs and enjoy the last bit of the fresh South African nature.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Johannesburg, South Africa
Travel Time: 6 hrs
Offical Visa Regulations and Health Requirements
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https://www.iatatravelcentre.comFor personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here https://www.iatatravelcentre.com For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here https://www.iatatravelcentre.com https://www.iatatravelcentre.com https://www.iatatravelcentre.com For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here https://www.iatatravelcentre.com For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here https://www.iatatravelcentre.com For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here https://www.iatatravelcentre.com http://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/applying-for-sa-visa South African visitors’ visas may be granted for: visits to family or friends and also for tourism purposes business purposes spouse to join a spouse who is in South Africa on a work or study permit children to join parents who are in South Africa on work or study permits fiancée/ fiancé to join his or her partner with the intension of marrying within 90 days study purposes (max stay 3-months) charitable or voluntary activities research conferences to work in the production of an movie or show (i.e. in the entertainment industry) for medical purposes (max stay 3-months) sport events Documents required to apply for a visa A passport or travel document valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of your intended visit Your passport must have at least TWO unused page for entry / departure endorsements A completed Form BI-84 (application for a visa) Payment of the prescribed fee A yellow-fever vaccination certificate (if required) Statement and/or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of your visit Two colour passport photographs A return or onward ticket if you are travelling by air If you have children (minors) travelling with you or joining in South Africa, you will need to provide the following additional documents Proof of guardianship or custody or Consent from the guardian in the case of an unaccompanied minor Proof of financial means to pay for your living expenses while in South Africa in the form of: Bank statements Salary advances Undertakings by the host(s) in South Africa Bursary Medical cover or Cash available (including credit cards and travellers’ cheques)
