Kapama Buffalo Camp

5.0 star property
Riverfront tentalow with full-service spa and free valet parking

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Luxury Tent (Buffalo Camp)
Bar (on property)
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Luxury Tent (Buffalo Camp) | Balcony view
Luxury Tent (Buffalo Camp)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Room service
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$2,514
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

Explore the area

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R40 Kapama Private Game Reserve, National Kruger Park Area, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Tent (Buffalo Camp)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Deep-soaking bath
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

What's nearby

  • 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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.

Are pets allowed at Kapama Buffalo Camp?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.