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Kapama Karula
Hoedspruit, Limpopo, South Africa · Kapama · High Luxury
Kapama Karula is the twelve-villa flagship on the Klaserie River inside Kapama Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger. Ten Superior Villas and two Superior Family Villas each open onto a private deck with a heated lap pool and river or bush views; family villas add a second bedroom and a private safari vehicle. The lodge has a four-room spa, a fitness centre, and Big Five drives. Michelin One Key in 2026. This is the bookable lodge, not a reserve-wide parent.
- 12 rooms
- Neighborhood: Kapama Private Game Reserve
About Kapama Karula
- Twelve villas: ten Superior and two Superior Family, each with a heated private pool.
- Set on the perennial Klaserie River inside Kapama Private Game Reserve.
- Michelin One Key in 2026; rates include meals and two daily safaris.
History
Karula, whose name is given as place of peace, is Kapama's riverfront flagship in Greater Kruger. Michelin awarded One Key in 2026.
Restaurants and bars
- Bar Lounge & Viewing Deck — Bar
- Open-sided dining area (breakfast and lunch) — Restaurant
- Traditional outdoor boma — Restaurant
- Glass-fronted dining room — Restaurant
Experiences
- Guided bush walks and game drives — Guided bush walks and game drives that bring guests face-to-face with the reserve's ecosystem.
- Two daily safaris (game drives) — Two game drives daily in open safari vehicles, accompanied by experienced guides and assistant guides; a private game vehicle is available on request at an additional charge.
- Luxury lodge safaris led by expert guides and assistant guides — Safaris focused on natural behaviour; guides follow fresh spoor, interpret sound and movement and position guests for clear viewing.
- Guided bush walk — A guided bush walk is included in the daily rates; minimum age 16 years and older.
- Bush bumble safari — A specially arranged safari for children under 6 years who cannot join scheduled game drives.
- Boma dinner — Dinner in a traditional outdoor boma, with chefs preparing dishes in front of guests.
Amenities
- Private pools
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Game drives
- Wine cellar
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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