Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 26 min drive - 23.1 km
Nyani Cultural Village - 26 min drive - 18.2 km
Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 37 min drive - 33.5 km
Jessica the Hippo - 53 min drive - 43.2 km
Getting around
Hoedspruit (HDS) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Xitsumbeni Restaurant - 22 min drive
Kapama Southern Camp Restaurant - 16 min drive
Airport Restaurant - 24 min drive
Boma - 22 min drive
About this property
Kapama Buffalo Camp
Riverfront tentalow with full-service spa and free valet parking
Kapama Buffalo Camp is an all-inclusive tentalow. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.
Kapama Buffalo Camp offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.
A library, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Kapama Buffalo Camp. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Free self parking and valet parking are available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star tentalow.
10 guestrooms or units
Poolside lounge chairs
Umbrellas for the pool
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Concierge
Library
Terrace
Garden
Gift shop
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Bar by the pool
Dining venue
Kapama Buffalo Camp offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.
Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
The on-site spa has 5 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Free return airport shuttle from 11 AM to 2:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
Free self parking on site
Free valet parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Things to do
Full-service spa
Game drive
Game viewing
Hiking/biking trails
Library
Outdoor pool
Safari
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Turndown service
Outdoors
Garden
In a national park
On a river
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Vegetable garden
Full-service spa
5 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Hydrotherapy
Manicures/pedicures
Reflexology
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Steam room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
More
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Banquet hall
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local culture and ecosystem education
No plastic drinking straws
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Slippers
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
Room service
More
Air conditioning
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Phone
Safe
Separate sitting area
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kapama Buffalo Camp
Children and extra beds
Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
We should mention
Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the tentalow before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Property is also known as
Kapama Buffalo Camp Lodge Hoedspruit
Kapama Buffalo Camp Hoedspruit
Kapama Buffalo Camp Safari/Tentalow
Kapama Buffalo Camp Safari/Tentalow Hoedspruit
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Kapama Buffalo Camp?
Yep, Kapama Buffalo Camp has a free self car park and free valet parking.
How much does it cost to stay at Kapama Buffalo Camp?
As of 9 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kapama Buffalo Camp on 18 Sept 2025 start from AU$2,514.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is there a spa on site at Kapama Buffalo Camp?
Yep, there is an onsite spa at Kapama Buffalo Camp. It has a hot tub and a steam room. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.
Does Kapama Buffalo Camp have a pool?
Kapama Buffalo Camp has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.
What makes Kapama Buffalo Camp a romantic place to stay?
A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kapama Buffalo Camp.
Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Kapama Buffalo Camp?
No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.
Does Kapama Buffalo Camp serve breakfast?
Yeah, free breakfast is on offer daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kapama Buffalo Camp?
Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 11 AM - 2:30 PM on request.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Kapama Buffalo Camp?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?
What time are check-in & check-out at Kapama Buffalo Camp?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.