Kambaku Safari Lodge

Destination

Timbavati

Kambaku Safari Lodge is nestled in the heart of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, which can be found within the world renowned Greater Kruger National Park.The lodge is well situated in this unspoilt natural wilderness area, home to an astonishing array of animals including the Big 5. Kambaku provides the ultimate escape from busy schedules, with eight well appointed thatched chalets overlooking our own private waterhole. Attracting guests from around the world, Kambaku combines simple luxury with a high level of environmental consciousness. With scrumptious bush cuisine in a relaxed, rustic setting our guests can truly unwind and immerse themselves in the restorative powers of nature.

Kambaku Safari Lodge Amenities

Accommodation at Kambaku Safari Lodge comprises of eight thatched chalets with full en-suite facilities situated in a semi-circle overlooking our waterhole. Kambaku provides exclusive yet affordable accommodation that is designed, constructed and decorated to reflect the gracious charm and serenity of our surroundings. To satisfy specific requirements, the rooms offer a combination of family suites,doubles and twins. Creating a feeling of relaxed intimacy, the lodge accommodates only sixteen guests and is ideal for hosting small family gatherings, friends or exclusive business events. The romance of the bush makes Kambaku Lodge an ideal romantic honeymoon retreat. To truly immerse yourself in the rustic bush experience, our chalets are equipped with lanterns for light as well as 220 volt power points for your convenience, which are sustained by our eco-friendly battery bank system. Overhead fans provide welcome relief during summer and our gas geysers provide instant steaming hot water. For those who enjoy a taste of romantic colonialism, our rooms are equipped with four poster beds, crisp white linen and draped mosquito nets.

Directions To Kambaku Safari Lodge

From Johannesburg by road From Johannesburg head for eMalahleni (Witbank) on the N12 highway. This highway becomes the N4. Continue on the N4 until you see the Belfast turnoff. Take the Belfast turn off and head into the little town of Belfast. In the centre of town you will see a sign post for Dullstroom / Lydenburg. Turn right toward Dullstroom/Lydenburg. Continue on this road for approximately 30kms until you reach Dullstroom. Continue straight through the village of Dullstroom and head for Lydenburg, approximately 50kms. You will come to a T Junction. Turn left and head into the town of Lydenburg. At the second set of traffic lights, turn left. This is a ring road that will take you out of town and onto the R36 towards the village of Ohrigstad. Once on this road you will head directly for Hoedspruit. Once in Hoedspruit , continue straight through the town. You will go over a small bridge and then at the four way intersection you will turn right onto the R40. Head out of town for approximately 6 kms . Turn left at the Timbavati / Eastgate Airport road. You will go through a security/control gate and then head directly for the Timbavati Nature Reserve Gate which is roughly 18kms further on. Once at the Timbavati Nature Reserve Gate you will need to pay R120 per vehicle and the R110 per person conservation levy will be settled directly at the lodge. Once in the reserve continue straight for approximately 13kms, then turn right when you see the direction sign board. Follow the Kambaku signs to the lodge. From Nelspruit by road From Nelspruit take the R40 past White River and continue on to Hazyview, then Bushbuckridge and Acornhoek. Carry on straight along this road past the Orpen road turnoff , until you see the Hoedspruit turn off to your right. Turn right and continue on this road until eventually you see the main Timbavati/ Eastgate Airport road on your right. Turn right here. You will go through a security/control gate and then head directly for the Timbavati Nature Reserve Gate which is roughly 18kms further on. Once at the Timbavati Nature Reserve Gate you will need to pay R120 per vehicle and the R110 per person conservation levy will be settled directly at the lodge. Once in the reserve continue straight for approximately 13kms, then turn right when you see the direction sign board. Follow the Kambaku signs to the lodge.

Area Attractions

Kambaku Safari Lodge invites you to relax and take in the tranquil bush surroundings in a variety of comfortable central areas that we have for your enjoyment. The main lodge has a balance between open plan and private spaces with the spacious bar and lounge area leading to the more private mezzanine floor. Opening out from the mezzanine is a viewing deck with excellent views of the busy waterhole and beyond. Kambaku’s main lodge has a soaring thatch roof which catches the breeze in summer and creates a lovely feeling of openness. A large fireplace in the lounge area adds to the warmth and ambiance in the winter evenings. Furnishings are comfortable and cosy, inviting you to put your feet up. Breakfast and light lunches are served on our veranda. Guests are often entertained by the antics of our resident Warthog family and can view the general game that come down to the waterhole to quench their thirst. A great place to wile away the hours is by the pool on our sun deck. Have a dip in our pool or just relax with a cocktail.Dinner at Kambaku is an African affair, accompanied by the Milky Way, a large bonfire and lanterns in our Boma, which is an African name for “Eating Place”. Sample fine wines and bush cuisine while listening to the night calls of the African Bush. After dinner, some fireside bush stories from the rangers area must before retiring to your chalet for the night. Our curio shop is stocked with a variety of goods to remind you of us, once you back home, and you are welcome to browse at any time during the day. Kambaku has wireless connectivity and mobile phone coverage available for those who want to keep in touch with the outside world.