The word Kateka means “be blessed” in Tsonga, one of the languages spoken in this northern eastern region of South Africa. This perfectly embodies the visceral reaction elicited by time spent at Kateka, it is truly a blessing. Time spent at Kateka will have you breathing out and tuning in to the ways of the wild. Out on a game drive, search for the flick of an ear, the swish of a tail in the bush. Feel the thrill of a sighting, the discovery of a hiding spot, the satisfaction of spending time with wildlife in pristine natural habitat.




Kateka Safari and Wellness can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made South Africa trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended South Africa trips featuring Kateka Safari and Wellness or get advice and suggestions from one of our South Africa specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Kateka Safari and Wellness start from around $2.2K, or US$2.2K, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

A spectacular wilderness area where intimate animal encounters are par for the course.