Kings Camp

Accommodation

Library

A library full of verse and History awaits those yearning for knowledge of the African continent, filled with a collection of fictional and non-fictional books. It offers a setting of peace and tranquility, where you are welcome to browse through various books and novels. For those wanting to keep in touch with family members back home, there is a desktop with wireless internet connection available in the library 24 hours. A television is also available for those wanting to keep up to date with the latest news or sports game.

Accommodation

The eleven generously spaced thatched colonial suites luxuriously equipped with romantic soft cascading mosquito nets, remote controlled air-conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, Victorian ball-and-claw bath, indoor and outdoor double shower, fully stocked mini-bar and private verandah with hammock, all combine to make Kings Camp the ultimate in luxury accommodation. Dark tones of wood and thatch offset the natural colours of the bushveld.

For your comfort and convenience, other room amenities include robes, mosquito repellent, an umbrella, hairdryer and a torch. Your suite is also equipped with its own safe and telephone.

Central Area

Kings Camp offers a number of very comfortable living areas for you to just sit back, relax and soak up the tranquility of the African bush. A thatched viewing deck overlooking a very active waterhole and an open plan lounge, and bar are the ideal place to see out the heat of the day, while sipping an ice cold cocktail. Alternatively, a dip in our swimming pool is maybe a better option for some.

Our spacious dining room offers stunning views of the bushveld, while enjoying the sumptuous meals offered at Kings Camp

Boma

Our traditional boma is a truly memorable way to experience an evening under the African night sky. Fine cuisine and wines can be sampled while sitting near a warm crackling fire. On arrival at the boma, you will be met by your ranger, who will be on hand to greet you with a drink of your choice, while guests meet around the fire to tell of exciting adventures had on the game drive that afternoon.

End off the evening with a sumptuous dessert, and nightcap before bidding farewell to the simmering fire for the calling of your suite.

Activities

Activities

Game Drives
Morning and afternoon game drives with knowledgeable rangers in open vehicles. You will be served tea, coffee and biscuits on your morning game drive and drinks and canapés on your afternoon game drive. Your afternoon game drive gets back after dark, which gives you the opportunity to spot our nocturnal animals with a spotlight.

Walking Safaris
Walks through the bush take place just after breakfast, on request, and is the best way of experiencing the “finer” aspects of the bushveld. Your knowledgeable ranger will guide you through the fauna and flora of the Timbavati Nature Reserve, pointing out insects, grasses, trees and the smaller species that are all an integral part of the Timbavati Nature Reserve.

Golf Course

Greet the African dawn on the manicured fairways of their challenging 18 hole, par 72 championship golf course, where crocodile and hippo add spice to normal “hazards” of a good game of golf. Wild game including elephant, lion, giraffe and a wide variety of antelope and birdlife are often seen on the golf course and in the surrounds.

The legendary Bob Grimsdell designed this unique course, which extends over a vast area of indigenous bush, interspersed with tranquil pools and velvet greens.

Golf clubs are available for hire at the golf course.

Tours

An extremely informative and exciting tour of an African wildlife rehabilitation centre. Highlights include the following up close views of lion, leopard, servals, caracals, honey badger, eagles and vultures. Two tours are available daily at 09h30 – 15h00. These times will interfere with either your morning or afternoon safari. The duration of the tour is four hours, including two hours transfer time.

Helicopter Flights

Experience the beauty of the Blyde River Canyon in the luxury of a helicopter. Mountain Magic Helicopter Safaris will pick you up at Kings Camp and fly you through the Blyde River Canyon, and along the escarpment, passing the Three Rondawels, Gods Window and stopping at the pinnacle for a champagne picnic.

From there, you will be whisked off to view all the spectacular waterfalls in the area, before returning to the camp.

Cuisine

Cuisine

Head Chef, Himler Dorfling who has been at Kings Camp since 2002, is on hand to create a variety of wholesome and satisfying dishes, which gives each and every guest a taste into the finest in African ingredients and decadent flavours. Himler’s attention to detail and fine finishes complete the experience, and are a highlight of your luxury safari experience at Kings Camp.

Breakfast and lunch are served in the dining room.

No dinner will be the same at Kings Camp. From dining under the stars in the heart of the bush, or in our traditional boma, to fine service dinners in our dining room, or in the garden under a large knobthorn tree, alongside the swimming pool, overlooking the spot lit waterhole.

A perfect end to the perfect safari experience – a private dinner on the verandah of your suite is offered to couples wanting to spend time together in privac

General Information

Introduction

Situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Kings Camp reflects the charm and romance of a colonial past in a pristine corner of unspoilt Africa. Kings Camp is situated facing an open savanna plain with a waterhole, which is frequented by a wide variety of wildlife, day and night.

Eleven generously spacious colonial suites are luxuriously equipped with air-conditioning, Victorian ball-and-claw bath, indoor and outdoor double shower, fully stocked mini-bar and private verandah. Dark tones of wood and thatch offset the natural colours of the bushveld.

Info

Man’s incursions into this part of the Limpopo region have always been temporary and brief, from early stone age down to the early 20th century. In point of fact, man never permanently settled large tracts of land in the northern portion of the Lowveld, and the lands now comprising the Timbavati were barely touched, and are still only lightly inhabited. This part of South Africa’s bushveld region may therefore be regarded as truly unspoiled and deserves recognition as truly wild land.

The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve came into existence on July 1956 when a group of conservation-minded people who owned game farms on the western boundary of the Kruger National Park came together to form the Timbavati Association.

The idea of forming such a reserve was first mooted as early as 1948, and for several years ways and means were discussed to create a nature reserve of a meaningful size in the area. These leading spirits of conservation and sustainable land use eventually succeeded in forming the Timbavati Association, governed by a constitution for the benefit of all.

The size of the reserve covers about 60 000 hectares of pristine African bush, part of the world famous greater Kruger National Park. The Kruger National Park itself is a further 2 million hectares in size, which is about the same size as Israel or Wales. In the early 1990’s the boundary fence between the Kruger National Park and adjacent private game reserves, namely Timbavati, Sabi Sands, Klaserie, Umbabat and Manyaleti was removed to create the greater Kruger National Park, covering an area of 2.2 million hectares. The reason being conservationists wanted to re-create ancient migration movements of wildlife from the foothills of the Lebombo Mountains in the east, to the Drakensburg Mountains in the west.

The greater Kruger National Park has been zoned into 35 different landscape types. A landscape is defined as an area with a specific geomorphology, climate, soil and vegetation, together with the associated fauna. Kings Camp falls in a landscape zoned as Combretum spp (Bushwillow), Colophospermum mopane woodland. The underlying rock is mainly granite and gneiss intersected by numerous intrusions of dolerite. The terrain is undulating with sandy soils.

The altitude varies between 300 and 500 metres. The climate is temperate with hot summers and cool winters with frost as an exception in the low-lying areas. Rainfall varies between 450-550 mm per year.

Kings Camp is situated in the northern corner of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve and has been in operation as a game lodge since 1995. Our commitment to our guests is to freely share in the experience in a manner that is both enlightening and relaxing. We are further dedicated to a gracious style of hospitality from a bygone era, combined with a flexibility that puts the comfort and requests of our guests first. But above all, we will do this in a manner that will never compromise our environment, instead it will materially benefit our surrounding community culturally, environmentally and economically.

Rates

Pricing

Rates

KINGS CAMP - MAIN CAMP

2009 RACK RATES - MAIN CAMP - FULLY INCLUSIVE

PER PERSON PER NIGHT SHARING / SINGLE

1 January 2009 – 30 April 2009
R 4 200-00 / LUXURY SUITES.
R 4 950-00 / HONEYMOON SUITES.

1 May 2009 – 30 September 2009
R 3 500-00 LUXURY SUITES.
R 4 100-00 HONEYMOON SUITES.

1 October 2009 – 31 December 2009
R 4 200-00 LUXURY SUITES.
R 4 950-00 HONEYMOON SUITES.

*Children (10-16 years) sharing a suite with 2x paying adults.

Please Note: No single supplement for the first two single suites confirmed in any one reservation. Third single suite or more pay a 50% supplement on the per person sharing rate. WATERBUCK PRIVATE CAMP The ultimate in safari privacy, Waterbuck at KIngs Camp boasts a 4-bedroomed villa with its own landrover and game-ranger, as well a personal butler and chef to take care of your every need! This completely private camp is situated on a dry river bank, with great views affording excellent game viewing opportunities. The camp can accommodate up to 8 guests in air-conditioned comfort. 2009 RACK RATES - WATERBUCK PRIVATE CAMP - FULLY INCLUSIVE 1 January 2009 – 30 April 2009 R 25 200-00 VILLA P/NIGHT(1-6 ADULTS). R 33 600-00 VILLA P/NIGHT(7-8 ADULTS). 1 May 2009 – 30 September 2009 R 21 000-00 VILLA P/NIGHT(1-6 ADULTS). R 28 000-00 VILLA P/NIGHT(7-8 ADULTS). 1 October 2009 – 31 December 2009 R 25 200-00 VILLA P/NIGHT(1-6 ADULTS). R 33 600-00 VILLA P/NIGHT(7-8 ADULTS). AIR TRANSFERS ROUTE ZAR PP RATE. FUEL LEVY PP. TOTAL ZAR RATE PP. DIRECT DAILY FLIGHTS: JOHANNESBURG INTERNATIONAL TO KINGS CAMP: *FEDERAL AIR (3 X FLIGHTS DAILY) 1 Jan 2009 – 31 Dec 2009 JNB (OR Tambo) - Kings Camp R 2 655-00 R 285-00 R 2 950-00 per person one way (non comm.) 1 Jan 2009 – 31 Dec 2009 Kings Camp - JNB (OR Tambo) R 2 655-00 R 285-00 R 2 950-00 per person one way (non comm.) Johannesburg - Kings Camp departs 12h00. Kings Camp - Johannesburg departs 14h30. 20kg per person soft luggage. Rates exclude ACSA departure tax of R47.00 per person on all outbound ?ights from JNB (OR Tambo) to Kings Camp. AIR TRANSFERS FROM KINGS CAMP TO SABI SANDS GAME RESERVE OR KMIA (MQP) AIRPORT 1 Jan 2009 – 31 Dec 2009 Kings Camp - Sabi Sands Lodges R 1 130-00 R 305-00 R 1 435-00 per person one way (non comm.) 1 Jan 2009 – 31 Dec 2009 Kings Camp - KMIA R 1 350-00 R 305-00 R 1 655-00 per person one way (non comm.) AIRPORT / LODGE ROAD TRANSFERS ROAD TRANSFER’S (PRICES ARE QUOTED NETT AND ARE ONE-WAY) 01 JANUARY - 31 DECEMBER 2009 Kings Camp - Eastgate (HDS) Airport or vv. R 330-00 (MIN 1 PAX) R 330-00 (MIN 2 PAX) R 330-00 (MIN 3 PAX) Kings Camp - Phalaborwa (PHW) Airport or vv. R 850-00 (MIN 1 PAX) R 530-00 (MIN 2 PAX) R 480-00 (MIN 3 PAX) Kings Camp - Sabi Sand/KMIA (MQP) Airport or vv. R 1 600-00 (MIN 1 PAX) R 800-00 (MIN 2 PAX) R 550-00 (MIN 3 PAX) Please note that air and road transfer rates are subject to change without prior notice. * Please advise connecting flight details when booking any of above flights. * Minimum 2 persons required for Fedair Flights. MPUMALANGA HELICOPTER CO 2HR 30MIN HELICOPTER ADVENTURE FROM ANY OF THE LODGES IN THE TIMBAVATI & SABI SAND TO THE BLYDE RIVER CANYON. 1 January 2009 – 31 December 2009. Cascades & Canyon Spectacular. R 16 250.00 TERMS & CONDITIONS ROOMS AND FACILITIES 11 Luxury en-suite thatched suites, with air-conditioning and mini-bar. Lodge facilities include a dining room, bar, swimming pool, library and conference room with internet access, boma, game-viewing deck overlooking a very active waterhole, a curio shop, gym and massage tsala. CUISINE We offer true South African cuisine in a homely atmosphere complemented by an exceptional wine cellar. Specialized dietary requirements will be catered for subject to prior notice. ACTIVITIES Game drives in open vehicles with knowledgeable rangers, guided walks, and game viewing deck, bush breakfasts or dinners. We offer masseuse treatments in the privacy of your suite or in the massage tsala. (Additional charge applies) ACCESS By Road: Kings Camp is a six-hour drive from Johannesburg. Take the N4 to Witbank. Take the Belfast offramp (R33/R540). Once in Belfast town, turn right into Voortrekker Street and continue straight to Dullstroom on the R540. Drive straight through Dullstroom town and keep straight to Lydenburg. Once in Lydenburg turn left into Potgieter Street and continue straight to Ohrighstad on the R36. Drive straight past Ohrighstad and continue on R36 until it turns left to Tzaneen. DO NOT turn, but continue straight on R527 to Hoedspruit. In Hoedspruit, continue straight over the bridge crossing the train line to a four way stop. At the stop turn right and continue towards Bosbokrand / Bushbuckridge along the R40. 6/7km from Hoedspruit, note the Kings Camp sign and Eastgate Airport sign on your left hand side. At the sign, turn left to Kings Camp. Drive for 18/19km of tar, and then a further 9km of gravel until you reach the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. At the entrance gate, you will be required to pay an entrance fee of R100.00 per person and R80.00 per car. (Above fees subject to change). Continue straight for 7km, until you see a Kings Camp sign to your left hand side. Turn right at the sign, and follow the signboards to the camp for an additional 2km. By Scheduled Air: Fly SA Express to Eastgate/Hoedspruit airport from Johannesburg. (Approx 25min drive from the camp). Should ?ights to Eastgate not be available, you can ?y into Phalaborwa or Kruger Mpumalanga. Daily scheduled ?ights from Johannesburg International Airport to Kings Camps private airstrip. The camp will arrange transfers from the airport to the camp. By Private Aircraft: Private tarred landing strip at Kings Camp. • Co-ordinates: 24 18m 07sec south / 31 17m 48sec east • Length: 900m PILOT / GUIDES ROOM We have 1 x air conditioned room for pilots or tour-leaders, which is available for R 750-00 per person per night. RATES INCLUDE: Rates include VAT, all meals and accommodation, tea/coffee, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, soft drinks. Two game drives daily with refreshments and nature walks. RATES EXCLUDE: Cellar Wines, premium brand spirits, champagne, cognacs, cigars and cigarettes. Telephone calls, curio-shop purchases, transfers, gratuities, additional activities, wellness treatments and laundry. Tourism levy of R10.00 per person per night. Timbavati Conservation Levy R 110.00 per person. (Subject to change) Timbavati Road Levy R 80.00 per vehicle (for guests self driving). (Subject to change) R50.00 per person collection fee and R50.00 per person drop-off fee for flights to and from the airstrip. GROUP RESERVATIONS: Should the reservations department require the accommodation that is being held by the group for the same dates, we will request the group to supply us with an immediate 25% nonrefundable deposit. CANCELLATION POLICY Four weeks before arrival - 50% of full amount. Two weeks before arrival - 75% of full amount. One week or less - 100% of full amount. CHILDREN We regret we do not allow children under the age of 6, unless the whole camp is booked.

Spa Facilities

Wellness

Along with a well-equipped gym, Kings Camp offers an array of pampering treatments - a must in completing your all-round rejuvenating safari experience.

Treatments
Therapy Lapa.
The following therapies are available:

Aromatherapy.

This is a full body treatment using essential oils for a very relaxing and enjoyable result.

Indian Head Massage.

This is a seated treatment in which we massage the upper back, shoulders, neck and face.

Full Body Massage.

Swedish Massage (Back).

This is a deep tissue massage, helping to relieve aching muscles from stress and tension.

African Wood Massage.

Warm olive and shea butter are massaged into the skin, after which specially designed dumbbells are used as a tool to massage the body.

Avo & Shea Butter Nugget Massage.

Avocado and shea butter are used to conduct a deep massage on the body as the butter begins to melt with the body’s temperature. It leaves your skin hydrated and nourished.

Hot Stone Therapy.

This is a massage using heated stones to relax tense muscles and aid in physical and mental well-being.

Facials, Pedicures and Manicures are also available.

Gym

For guests wishing to keep active, our fully air-conditioned, spacious gym is equipped with free weights, bench press, treadmill, spinning and training bike, high flyer, gym ball, gym mats, and weight machines. Fresh towels and bottled water are provided.

Special Occasions

Wedding Package

At Kings Camp Private Game Reserve, your wedding ceremony will become a subtle stroke of Colonial grace and charm. Each wedding takes place in a dry riverbed sculptured by the Nhlaralumi River, surrounded by African bushveld.

Defined by its careful attention to presentation, service and co-ordination, Kings Camp will lend a stylish yet relaxed and generous atmosphere to your exclusive wedding. A wedding at Kings Camp is more than just a ceremony, it is a celebration of the love between two people …

This package includes:
• Minister for the ceremony, including preparation and processing of all legal documents.
• Wedding ceremony in a dry riverbed in the heart of the bushveld.
• Local flowers of your choice.
• Sparkling wine for the bridal couple.
• Single layer wedding cake with topping of your choice.
• Local Shangaan dancers to perform at the ceremony or reception.
• Wedding turndown for the bridal couple.
• Wedding gift for the bridal couple, courtesy of Kings Camp.

TOTAL : R 9 500-00 valid until 31 December 2007. Photographer, hairdresser, make-up artist and beauty treatments are available on request and are quoted accordingly.

At Kings Camp we pride ourselves on our reputation for warm, world-class service and little touches that make the difference. Emphasis on ultimate luxury and romantic charm, combined with the priceless gift of privacy.