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A spacious lounge area with a high wooden ceiling, a central fireplace, and comfortable seating arrangements.
A building with a stone facade, a set of stairs leading to an entrance, and a tree in the foreground.
A spacious living area with a high thatched ceiling, a large wooden tree trunk, and a view of a swimming pool.
An outdoor patio area with a central fire pit, stone walls, wooden pergolas, and tables and chairs arranged for dining.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, stone flooring, and a central island with a statue.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $1,584
$1,378 nightly
$1,584 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31

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R40 Kapama Private Game Reserve, National Kruger Park Area, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Place, Selati Nature Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Suite (River Lodge: Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Leadwood Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a seating area, a wardrobe, and a view of the outdoors.

Leadwood Suite

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Royal Suite (River Lodge: Royal Suite)

A cozy bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with patterned bedding, a small seating area, and a kitchenette with a shelf and a kettle.

Royal Suite (River Lodge: Royal Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Leadwood Family Suite

A spacious room with a large bed, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a wooden wardrobe, and a stone wall.

Leadwood Family Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Marula Suite

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden bench.

Marula Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Tamboti Superior Suite

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Tamboti Superior Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Royal Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Leadwood Suite Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with a view.

Leadwood Suite Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Marula Suite Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 22 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 24 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 48 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • Jessica the Hippo - 58 min drive - 24.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kapama Lounge
  • ‪The Brewery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Airport Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Xitsumbeni Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kapama Southern Camp Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Kapama River Lodge

Kapama River Lodge offers 64 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of a fitness center. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Kapama Wellness Centre has 5 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 64 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy a soak in one of the 2 outdoor pools. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the lodge's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic beverages included
Room service during certain hours
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reception hall
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.
This property is located within a national park, and access is restricted to official gate operating hours. Guests who arrive after the gates have closed will not be able to enter the park or reach the lodge, so it is essential to contact the property after booking and again before arrival to confirm gate times. Guests who intend to participate in scheduled afternoon game drives must confirm the latest arrival time allowed with the property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Kapama River Lodge Hoedspruit
Kapama River Hoedspruit
Kapama River Lodge Lodge
Kapama River Lodge Hoedspruit
Kapama River Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Kapama River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 302 out of 339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 339 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Spectacular location! Lovely staff. Breakast wa meh.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay! The service was incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great safari lodge
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Great safari and amazing room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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An amazing place for a safari!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible! Amazing hotel, great food and service!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Our family had a wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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What a fantastic property right inside the game reserve with daily game drives to catch the big five. The food and service, including impeccable hospitality were the highlight of staying here. It’s a beautiful, luxurious modern property, right across the HDS airport. Highly recommend staying for atleast 2 nights ideally three!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Super welcoming, friendly and safe. Very attentive to details.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Kapama River Lodge Stay

Simply amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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When you have giraffes eating out your back patio it is tough to compare to anything else. Outstanding stay and experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing property. A all the way. Great good!! Amazing chefs!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We had the time of our life ! Wonderful memories were created
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This lodge was an amazing stay! They provide 2 safaris, one in the morning and one at night, as well as breakfast/lunch/dinner. The guides are fantastic at finding animals, and were very thoughtful on finding specific animals from the Big 5 that we haven’t seen. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Luxurious and very comfortable

Great and Super Luxurious resort. Very good food, guide and reserve. Will come again.... hope to see more animals next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Facility in excellent condition. Super clean. Restaurant is 5 star. Amazing dedicated friendly staff. Awesome safari experience. You won’t be disappointed!!
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible!

Incredible few days at Kapama. The game drives were excellent, our guide (Noel) extremely knowledgeable and we were fortunate to see the big 5. Food was delicious and lodges were immaculate. Highly recommend:)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb. Service was incredible, facilities were amazing, food and beverages delicious, they vary menu everyday. Spa is nice. And… most importantly, the Safari experience absolutely unforgettable, great ranger and tracker. Would repeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The guides Rachel and Mr Colin has been just great in the safari part of the trip. The only negative feedback relates to the long waiting time for having dinner after ordering the food.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Best safari experience!

This place is amazing. Got everything you need and more for a safari experience. The staff is great and the villas are so beautiful. We saw the big 5 multiple times, one time in just one day. Thank you Kapama Karula!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing, thank you John and Happiness (and the third guy I dont remember his name) for guiding us perfectly. Richard & Christina
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic 5-star experience

Kapama met and surpassed all expectations we had for a 5-star game reserve. The staff were ever present to ensure your stay was as you wished, the facilities were clean and easily accessible, and the decor/architecture was outstanding. The highlight for us was the food, which was consistently delicious with a always that was always new and fresh for each meal sitting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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An epic stay

If you are going to splurge on a safari, you might as well do it right and visit Kapama. They get to know each guest and pamper you, but the amazing staff also give you time and space to do your thing. Whether you want a romantic retreat, epic family vacation or a friend’s get-away, Kapama is an awesome spot. It is where I’ll take all my visitors who make the long journey to Southern Africa to come see me.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Property was quiet. Signage and lighting need improvement.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022