Kambaku Safari Lodge

Accommodation

Accommodation

Accommodation at Kambaku Safari Lodge comprises of eight thatched, en-suite chalets situated in a semi-circle overlooking our waterhole. Kambaku provides exclusive yet affordable accommodation that is designed, constructed and decorated to reflect the gracious charm and serenity of our surroundings. Each of the eight thatched chalets contains a full ensuite bathroom with both a shower and a bath. To satisfy specific requirements, the rooms offer a combination of family suites, doubles and twins.

Creating a feeling of relaxed intimacy, the camp accommodates only sixteen guests and is ideal for hosting small family gatherings, friends or exclusive business events. To truly immerse yourself in the rustic bush experience , our chalets are equipped with lanterns for light as well as 220 volt power points for your convenience, which are sustained by our eco-friendly battery bank system. Overhead fans provide welcome relief during Summer and our gas geysers provide instant steamy hot water. For those who enjoy a taste of romantic colonialism, our rooms are equipped with four poster beds, crisp white linen and draped mosquito nets.

Facilities

Kambaku Safari Lodge invites you to relax and take in the tranquil bush surroundings in a variety of comfortable central areas that we have for your enjoyment.

Our main lounge area has a soaring thatch roof which catches the breeze in Summer and creates a lovely feeling of openness. A large crackling fireplace in the lounge area adds to the warmth and ambience in the evenings. Furnishings are comfortable and cozy, inviting you to put your feet up.

The bar and lounge are open plan with great views over our private waterhole. There is an upstairs loft area, with an extensive library of books. It’s a great place to curl up with a good read! Opening out from the upstairs loft area is a viewing deck with excellent views of the busy waterhole and beyond.

Our dining area opens up toward the waterhole and guests enjoy light lunches, while being entertained by the antics of our resident warthog family and herds of general game that come down to the waterhole to quench their thirst in the midday heat.

A great place to wile away the hours is near the pool on our sun deck. Have a dip in our pool or just relax with a cocktail.

Dinner at Kambaku is an African affair, accompanied by the milky way, a large bonfire and lanterns in our outdoor Boma, which is an African name for “Eating Place” . Sample fine wines and bush cuisine while listening to the night calls of the African Bush. After dinner, some fireside bush stories from the rangers is a must before retiring to your chalet for the night.

Our curio shop is stocked with a variety of goods to remind you of us once you back home and you are welcome to browse at any time during the day.

Kambaku has wireless connectivity and cell phone coverage available for those who want to keep in touch with the outside world.

Directions

Directions

FROM JOHANNESBURG BY ROAD
From Johannesburg head for Witbank on the N12 highway. This highway becomes the N4. Continue on the N4 until you see the Belfast turnoff. Take the Belfast turn off and head into the little town of Belfast. In the centre of town you will see a sign post for Dullstroom / Lydenburg. Turn right there. Continue on this road for approximately 30kms until you reach Dullstroom. Continue straight through the village of Dullstroom and head for Lydenburg, approximately 50kms . You will come to a T Junction . Turn left there and head into the town of Lydenburg. At the second set of traffic lights, turn left. This is a ring road that will take you out of town and onto the R36 towards the village of Origstad. Once on this road you will head directly for Hoedspruit. Once in Hoedspruit , continue on straight through the town. You will go over a small bridge and then at the four way intersection you will turn right onto the R40. Head out of town for approximately 6 kms . Turn left at the Timbavati / Eastgate Airport road. You will go through a control gate and then head directly for the Timbavati Game Reserve Gate which is roughly 30kms further on. There is approximately 10kms of fairly corrugated dirt road to be journeyed on just before reaching the Gate. Once at the Reserve Gate you will need to pay a conservation levy of R100 per person and R100 per vehicle. Once in the reserve continue straight for 2kms, then turn right when you see the direction sign board. Follow the Kambaku signs to the lodge.

FROM NELSPRUIT BY ROAD
From Nelspruit take the R40 past White River and continue on to Hazyview, then Bushbuckridge and Acornhoek. Carry on straight along this road past the Orpen road turnoff , until you see the Hoedspruit turn off to your right. Turn right here and continue on this road until eventually you see the main Timbavati/ Eastgate Airport road on your right. Turn right here. You will go through a control gate and then head directly for the Timbavati Game Reserve Gate which is roughly 30kms further on. There is approximately 10kms of fairly corrugated dirt road to be journeyed on just before reaching the Gate. Once at the Reserve Gate you will need to pay a conservation levy of R100 per person and R100 per vehicle. Once in the reserve continue straight for 2kms, then turn right when you see the direction sign board. Follow the Kambaku signs to the lodge.

BY AIR TO HOEDSPRUIT
SA Express offer daily flights to Hoedspruit/Eastgate Airport (30km from Kambaku) from Johannesburg and Cape Town. Alternatively one is able to get daily flights into Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport in Nelspruit (120 km from Kambaku) from all major centres such as Johannesburg and Cape Town. Transfers from both airports are available on request.
Should you fly in to Timbavati Reserve by charter using the local airstrip, you will be required to pay an arrival levy of R100 and a departure levy of R100. This is payable at the lodge. For more details of charter flights please contact the lodge.

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General Information

Introduction

Nestled in the heart of the renowned Timbavati Private Nature Reserve lies the Kambaku Safari Lodge. With lovely views over the unspoilt bush, abundant game and rustic ambience, Kambaku provides the ultimate escape.

Kambaku Safari Lodge is nestled in the heart of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, which can be found within the world renowned Greater Kruger National Park.

The camp is well situated in this unspoilt natural wilderness area, home to an astonishing array of animals including the Big 5.
Kambaku provides the ultimate escape from busy schedules, with eight well appointed thatched chalets overlooking our own private waterhole.
Attracting guests from around the world, Kambaku offers superior standards in all of our facilities yet always maintaining a high level of environmental consciousness.

Our dedicated staff will cater to the individual needs of our guests making for a truly memorable stay.
With scrumptious bush cuisine in a relaxed, rustic setting our guests can truly unwind and immerse themselves in the restorative powers of nature.

Rates

Pricing

Rates

Tariffs are:

• Inclusive of VAT;
• Quoted on a per person per night sharing
• Subject to availability;
• Quoted in SA Rands;
• Subject to change without any prior notice.
Tariffs are Inclusive of:

• Luxury accommodation;
• An early morning and afternoon/evening game drive in an open 4x4 game viewing vehicle;
• A short bush walk with an armed ranger;
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner;
• Unlimited teas and coffees.
Tariffs are Exclusive of:

• Bar/beverages;
• Items of a personal nature
• Timbavati entrance fee – (Once off conservation fee of R100 per person and R100 per vehicle);
• Road and air transfers to and from the lodge (available on request).
Deposit:

• A deposit of 50% of the total accommodation booking is required to confirm all direct reservations
• Full prepayment is required to confirm bookings in June and July 2010.
• Any deposit or pre-payment refunds will be granted at management’s discretion;
Cancellation Policy:

• Upon confirmation of booking: 25% of full amount
• Three weeks before arrival: 50% of full amount
• Two weeks before arrival: 75% of full amount
• One week or less: 100% of full amount
• Please note a 10% Admin charge will be levied on credit card and bank transfer refunds due to cancellations.
Payment Options

• Credit card payments may be transacted telephonically. Contact reservations for a credit card transaction form.
• There is a surcharge on all credit card payments.
• Bank guaranteed cheque.
• Direct bank deposit.