Kambaku Safari Lodge
Nestled deep within the wild heart of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve lies Kambaku Safari Lodge — one of the few places on Earth where the legendary White…
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Kambaku Safari Lodge
Where the White Lions Roam — Kambaku Safari Lodge
Nestled deep within the wild heart of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve lies Kambaku Safari Lodge — one of the few places on Earth where the legendary White Lion still roams free.
This rare and sacred encounter alone makes a stay here truly memorable, but it’s only the beginning of your adventure.
Kambaku is a place where luxury meets the untamed, offering guests the thrill of Big 5 game viewing in a setting that feels both intimate and effortlessly relaxed.
Designed around a life-giving waterhole, the lodge invites you to watch elephants, zebras, and antelope drift in to drink — all from the comfort of your private veranda, the poolside deck, or the elevated viewing platform.
The lodge hums with quiet charm and gentle humor — especially thanks to the resident warthog family, whose daily antics bring laughter to every visitor. Families are warmly welcomed here, with child-friendly game drives and guided bush walks designed to ignite a love of nature in young explorers.
As day fades, the rhythm of the bush slows.
Gather around a crackling fire under a sky scattered with stars, where the scent of wood smoke mingles with the sounds of the night.
It’s here — beneath Africa’s endless canopy of light — that each moment finds its perfect ending, and Kambaku’s magic leaves its mark on your soul.
Quick facts
A look around Kambaku Safari Lodge
Where you’ll stay
1 accommodation type. Rates are the lodge’s contracted rates with African Safari Group, in South African rand; your consultant confirms the exact figure for your dates in writing. Every rate includes accomodation, all meals, teas & coffees, two game drives per day, bush walks (12 years and older), local brand spirits and beers.
Chalet
Safari Lodge has 8 elegantly thatched chalets, traditionally set around the waterhole.
Enjoy the view from the pool deck, upper deck, or the privacy of your verandah.
Each chalet is individually decorated and is equipped with an overhead fan, beautiful 4- poster beds, mosquito nets, and en-suite bathrooms boasting both a shower and a bath.
Rates by season · ZAR
Rates
| Dates | Basis | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 | Per person per night sharing | R8,700 |
| 01 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2027 | Per person per night sharing | R10,875 |
What the rate includes
The all-inclusive rate per person per night includes:
Things to do
Kambaku Safari Lodge runs 10 activities led by the lodge’s own guides, with the mix shifting with the season. Availability depends on the season; your consultant advises for your dates.
What’s on offer
In the rooms · 14 items
Where Kambaku Safari Lodge is
The Timbavati is reached by road from Johannesburg in about five and a half hours, or by scheduled flight from Johannesburg or Cape Town to Hoedspruit (Eastgate) Airport, about 30 minutes from the reserve gates. Lodges collect you at the airport or arrange the transfer.
Closest airports
Scheduled flights land at Hoedspruit (Eastgate); lodges collect you or arrange the road transfer. Soft bags advised.
Landmarks
Good to know
Distances are measured in straight lines. Your consultant books the flights and the transfer to the lodge with your stay.
Good to know
Arrival & policies
Rates
Best time to visit
May to September is the dry season: thin bush, cool mornings and animals holding to the rivers and waterholes. October to April is green, hot and better for birds and newborns.
May to September
Dry season and the best game viewing: thin bush, animals at the water, cool mornings on the vehicle and clear days.
April to May and September to October
Mild weather with little rain, the shoulder months regulars choose.
November to March
Green season: hot with afternoon storms, newborn animals, the best birding and quieter lodges.
Frequently asked
How do we get to Kambaku Safari Lodge?
By road from Hoedspruit (Eastgate) Airport or from Johannesburg; the lodge collects you at the airport or arranges the transfer. Booked as part of your itinerary. The nearest airport is Hoedspruit (Eastgate) Airport (HDS), about 22 km in a straight line.
What is included in the rate at Kambaku Safari Lodge?
Rates include accomodation, all meals, teas & coffees, two game drives per day, bush walks (12 years and older), local brand spirits and beers, soft drinks & local beers, use of the gym at river sands. Your consultant confirms the exact inclusions for your dates in writing.
What activities does Kambaku Safari Lodge offer?
Game Drives, Game Viewing, Swimming, Game Walks, Boma Dinners, Bird Watching, High Tea, Massages. Availability depends on the season; your consultant advises for your dates.
What accommodation is there at Kambaku Safari Lodge?
One room type: Chalet.
Are children welcome at Kambaku Safari Lodge?
Your consultant confirms minimum ages for the lodge and its game drives before you book.
Is the Timbavati a malaria area?
The Timbavati is a low-risk malaria area. Speak to your doctor or a travel clinic about prophylaxis before you travel, and use repellent in the evenings.
When is the best time to visit?
May to September is the dry season, when the bush thins out, surface water shrinks and animals concentrate along the rivers; it is peak game viewing. October to April is green and hot, with newborn animals, the best birding and quieter lodges.
How much does a stay at Kambaku Safari Lodge cost?
From R8,700 pp / night sharing, from the lodge's contracted rate sheet in South African rand. The exact rate for your dates is confirmed in writing, with no booking fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in 2:00 PM; check-out 11:00 AM. Flights and transfers are timed around these by your consultant.
Who am I booking with?
With African Safari Group, which markets and sells Kambaku Safari Lodge in partnership with the lodge. Your consultant, your written quote, your payment and your support before, during and after the trip are all with African Safari Group.
Nestled deep within the wild heart of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve lies Kambaku Safari Lodge — one of the few places on Earth where the legendary White Lion still roams free.
What guests say about Kambaku Safari Lodge
120 guest reviews of the lodge on TripAdvisor, shown through the licensed review widget. Reviews of African Safari Group as a booking partner are further down.
Why book Kambaku Safari Lodge with African Safari Group
Consultation-led, with the lodge’s contracted rate. One specialist, one written quote, no booking fees.
Expert, local advice
Consultants based in Cape Town who know the Timbavati, its seasons and its transfers first-hand.
Best price guarantee
Contracted rates at Kambaku Safari Lodge — you won’t find a better price for the same stay.
Support before, during and after
Your consultant stays with you from the first quote to the flight home, and is reachable while you travel.
No booking fees
Our advice and planning cost you nothing; there is no booking fee, ever.
Full service — flights and transfers
International flights, connecting flights and every transfer arranged in one itinerary, so nothing falls between the gaps.
One consultant, start to finish
A named specialist owns your booking from enquiry to return — no hand-offs between departments.
Booking Kambaku Safari Lodge with us
Is this the lodge's own website?
No. This site is run by African Safari Group, which markets Kambaku Safari Lodge in partnership with the lodge. You enquire and book with African Safari Group.
Why enquire through African Safari Group?
One safari specialist plans your whole trip, books the flights and transfers with the stay, and stays with you until you are home. There is no booking fee.
What happens after I enquire?
A named safari specialist checks availability for your dates and sends a written quote, within 15 minutes in working hours. Nothing is paid until you have it in writing.
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