South Africa’s Secret Safari Reserves: Klaserie, Balule & More
Discover top safari spots within the greater Kruger
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Supremely easy to access (you can even fly into the private airstrip), Kapama Private Game Reserve is a fenced-in wilderness area, separated from the vast expanse of the Kruger. Mostly made up of grasslands, forested riverbanks – it’s crossed by two winding waterways – and woodlands, Kapama is home to impressive amounts of wildlife including elephant, giraffe, zebra, buffalo and prides of lions. There are just six properties within the reserve, with amenities and styles to suit all tastes. As a private fenced reserve, Kapama extends your safari experience with night drives, boat cruises and guided bush walks, where you can get to know the landscape and its inhabitants in a far more intimate way. The reserve is home to around 350 species of birds, so keep your eyes peeled for beautiful flashes of colour as you explore.
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Conveniently located near Hoedspruit Airport, this restored wilderness reserve features two rivers running through varied terrain from grasslands to forests. Home to impressive wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, and lion prides that roam freely across different habitats. Bird enthusiasts will appreciate the roughly 350 species that inhabit the area. Activities include morning and afternoon game drives, guided bush walks that reveal smaller details of the ecosystem, photography workshops, and a romantic sleepout on a treehouse platform. The diverse landscape ensures varied game-viewing opportunities throughout the year, with each season offering distinct advantages for wildlife spotting.
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Wet Season — a quieter time to visit
Wet Season — a quieter time to visit
Wet Season — a good time to visit
Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — a good time to visit
Wet Season — a quieter time to visit
Wet Season — a quieter time to visit
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