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Kapama Karula

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Luxury
5.0 star property
10

Exceptional

Riverside elegance with private plunge pools

Luxury all-inclusive lodge by the river, Kapama Karula boasts individually furnished rooms with private plunge pools and furnished patios. Enjoy a body wrap at the spa, savour meals at the on-site restaurant, and unwind by the outdoor pool with a lazy river.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
The current price is HK$26,915
HK$30,952 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
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About this property

Kapama Karula

  • Luxury all-inclusive lodge by the river
  • Consider a stay at Kapama Karula and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and game and wildlife viewing. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a facial or a body scrub at Kapama Wellness Centre, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a terrace.
  • Other perks at this lodge include:
    • An outdoor pool along with a lazy river, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • A safari, babysitting (surcharge) and luggage storage
    • Meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a vegetable garden
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as private plunge pools and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as furnished patios and air conditioning.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and eco-friendly cleaning products

All-inclusive details

  • This lodge is all-inclusive. On-site 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 meals, snacks and select beverages included
    • Basic alcoholic drinks included

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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

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

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Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Kapama Karula have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Kapama Karula?

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kapama Karula on 22 May 2026 start from HK$26,915, excluding 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 Kapama Karula pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kapama Karula?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kapama Karula?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kapama Karula?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Kapama Karula provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Kapama Karula?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and drinks are included (with some restrictions).

Where is Kapama Karula located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly lodge is within 12 mi (20 km) of Nyani Cultural Village, Selati Nature Reserve and Kapama Private Nature Reserve. Mafunyani Cultural Village is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away.

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Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brayan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muito além das expectativas

Simplesmente incrível !!! Melhor experiência de hotel na vida! Tudo muito acima das expectativas ! Compramos sistema all inclusive mas nem imaginamos os pratos serem escolhidos e parecia feito por chefs, o menu mudava todo dia porém podia pedir o que quisesse que faziam, sobre instalações tudo perfeito, limpo, organizado e pessoal super cordial, simpáticos e prestativos !!! Nota 11 para o Safari e os 2 que dirigia e acompanhava pois fizeram tudo para que tivéssemos a melhor experiência e tivemos !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxurious, tranquil surroundings, excellent food, outstanding game viewing, top notch spa facilities, well trained, attentive and knowledgeable staff all round.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Your car been washed for free before departure was exceptional . The villas were exceptionally beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We'd Definitely Come Back!

Exceptional modern/contemporary Villas (a welcome relief from the traditional!) with great space, views and amenities. Fantastic game viewing! Staff were generally very attentive and polite, and the game-drive ranger & tracker were exceptional! Contemporary “high-quality” meals & interesting menu options, from a knowledgeable chef, with generally particularly good quality of produce and preparation, and with high regard by the staff on any individual food requests. An exception was the traditional 'boma' night, when compared to other similar or even lower rated/priced lodges, with tough "over-sauced/marinated" lamb chops, and an inconsistency in the Eland loin (pieces were either tender (just right), or inedible, tough and chewy). We were also surprised by the absence of traditional stews we have become accustomed to on such evenings, e.g. oxtail, lamb & beef stew, etc. Also, the prawns offered on one of the evenings were pasty & soft. Last observation we'd like to share, was the lack/inconsistency of the “little things” of such an up-market lodge; specifically: Morning game drives - the absence of, [1] food selection (not even fruit or some porridge, muffins, etc) before the early-morning game drives, [2] napkins and cutlery with which to cut the croissants (the only item offered 3 days in a row) in order to fill with the offered grated cheese, and [3] the absence juices or water, other than coffee. Game drive snacks were also boring and repetitive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lodge exceptionnel plus belle endroit au monde que nous avons visite wow
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding in every way

One of the finest resorts I have stayed at in Africa. Luxury factor was a ten on ten. The service was impeccable, spa services outstanding. The food was high end and gourmet qaulity, albeit a little limited choice wise. There are 12 individual bungalow style residences, each beautifully decorated and with every possible luxury amenity. Plan on spending a lot of time in your own individual space. Each and every person on the property provided outstanding service, so much so that I felt like rewarding every individual for service above and beyond what was expected. Safety and security was excellent, organisation as well as execution of all activities spot on. Highly recommended for a couple looking for luxury and impeccable service
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nada a desejar comparado aos melhores hotéis do mundo!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Os 4 dias que passamos no Kapama foram surpreendentes! A estrutura do hotel, a comida, os safaris, o atendimento muito atencioso e educado de cada um dos funcionários nos deixou ótimas lembranças das quais guardaremos com saudades até a próxima oportunidade. Super recomendamos!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Livia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Maravilhoso!

Uma experiência incrível do início ao fim. Hotel intimista, com poucos hóspedes, atendimento personalizado. Staff muito gentil e sempre pronto para nos atender. Excelente qualidade das bebidas com o preço incluso na diária. Não poderia ter sido melhor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Maravilhoso!

Hotel maravilhoso na Reserva Kapama, serviço impecável, esperava mais do Safari.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Odair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SAFARI PERFEITO

Quarto muito lindo, piscina exclusiva, comida excelente, funcionários atenciosos e cordiais. fantástico
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy agradable

Muy bueno, se esmeran en atenderlo a uno. En los safaris lo explican todo., las habitaciones muy buenas.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional safari experience!

Kapama Karula exceeded our expectations in a significant way! The photos online do not do justice to the beautiful rooms, common areas and safari experience. My husband and I stayed there last week for our honeymoon and were truly amazed at the quality of service, the cleanliness and especially the food. The food quality was 5 star + and we were very impressed with the range of choices for the meals. Aside from the accommodations, the safari drives were fantastic. We always had the same ranger and spotter (always the two of them) and they did an excellent job at explaining the different animals and their behaviors. We saw lions, zebras, giraffes, hippos, rhinos, nyalas, buffalo, elephants and birds. Overall, it was a dream come true and I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an exciting and luxurious safari getaway.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The villa
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The airport transfer
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019