Overview

4 Days / 3 Nights

4-Day Kapama River Lodge Fly-in Safari

South Africa

From: ZAR R 47,995.00

Created by The Kruger Safari Co

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Created by The Kruger Safari Co

Introduction

This premier Big Five safari destination is nestled in the heart of the Greater Kruger National Park, where two perennial rivers wind through the reserve, attracting a diverse array of game and birdlife. Our fly-in package includes round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit Airport, conveniently located just a 20-minute drive from Kapama River Lodge.

You can look forward to exceptional wildlife sightings while enjoying the peace and tranquility of pristine bushveld on the unforgettable 4-day Kapama River Lodge Safari Tour.

Highlights

Return Local Flights from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Luxury Accommodation

Morning and Afternoon Open vehilce safari drives

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Daily

All Beverages

3 Nights Accommodation

Day 1

Johannesburg to the Kapama River Lodge

Departing from the Johannesburg OR Tambo at mid-day on a 50min flight to the Hoedspruit Airport. The flight route to the Kruger National Park in the Mpumalanga Province takes you over the wide-open spaces of the Highveld, down the escarpment and through the scenic Lowveld region.

Arrive at Hoedspruit Airport, were you meet your safari guide and enjoy a 20min road transfer to the Kapama River Lodge. Check in for a light lunch. Freshen up and relax before it’s time to depart on a late-afternoon game drive in Kapama Private Game Reserve.

Overnight at Kapama River Lodge. Guests dine in the lodge restaurant or outdoors on the wooden deck.

Activities Day 1

Mid-Morning

Depart on a Mid-Morning / Early Afternoon 50min flight from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the Hoedspruit Airport.

Mid Day

Transfer by Road from the Hoedspruit Airport to the Kapama River Lodge
Lunch is always a highlight, so relax and enjoy our food.

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Come with us on an afternoon / evening game drive in the Kapama Private Game Reserve. The light is ideal for photos, temperatures are cooler and the animals are beginning to become more active.

Evening

This evening we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

Activity Timing

All timing is an estimate and subject to change depending on the season.

Accommodation Day 1

Kapama River Lodge

Lodge Inside Kapama Game Reserve

You're in for a treat when you stay at Kapama River Lodge, a five-star lodge inside Kapama Game Reserve. The stunning suites are decorated in soothing earth colors, with safari-themed decor and views out over the plains of the reserve. As part of your stay, expect outstanding service, fine dining (including a highly regarded wine cellar) and a large swimming pool.

Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner Drinking water Non-alcoholic drinks Beer and wine Spirits and liquor

Day 2 & 3

Morning and Afternoon Safari Drives

We'll wake you early for hot drinks and rusks before heading out on an early morning game drive. This private sanctuary protects up to 40 large mammal species, and early morning is when you're most likely to see them active. We might encounter lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, along with giraffe and various antelope species. The soft morning light is perfect for photography as we explore the reserve's diverse bush ecosystem.

After returning to Kapama River Lodge for a late breakfast, you'll have time to relax by the pool or enjoy our spa facilities. Our stylish rooms with their safari decor and earth tones offer views over the wildlife-rich plains, making it tempting to simply unwind and soak in the surroundings.

Late afternoon, after high tea, we'll head out again for a sunset game drive with a stop for sundowners in the bush. You'll dine, enjoying excellent cuisine from our highly regarded wine cellar.

Activities Day 2

Activities for Day 3 follows the same itinerary

Activity Timing

All timing is an estimate and subject to change depending on the season.

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Get up before the sun and go on an early morning game drive in the Kapama Game Reserve. It’s when animals are active and the light is at its most beautiful.

Morning

Breakfast

Mid Day

Lunch is always a highlight, so relax and enjoy our food.

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Afternoon Game Drive in the Kapama Game Reserve.

Evening

This evening we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

Accommodation Day 2 & 3

Kapama River Lodge

Lodge Inside Kapama Game Reserve

Experience luxury and comfort in the spacious air-conditioned Marula Suites at Kapama River Lodge. Each suite offers uninterrupted views of the Big Five game reserve from your private patio. These beautifully designed Deluxe Suite strikes a perfect balance of rustic elegance and modern industrial design, complemented by solid oak craftsmanship and up-to-date room technology.

Indulge in the full en-suite bathroom featuring natural stone finishes, an open rain shower, and a deep soaking bath that offers sweeping views of the African Bush.

Lavish amenities complete the experience, ensuring every moment is one of relaxation and luxury.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinking water Non-alcoholic drinks Beer and wine Spirits and liquor

Day 4

Final day with us

Early morning, we head out for your final exploration in Kapama Private Game Reserve. This is a good time to be among the wildlife, when animals are active and the soft morning light makes everything feel fresh. We might encounter lions returning from their nighttime adventures, or elephants emerging from the shadows. The cool air and golden light create favorable conditions for observing wildlife and taking in the scenery.

After our exploration, we return to the lodge where breakfast awaits. Mid-morning, we'll transfer you to the airstrip for your flight back to Johannesburg, concluding your safari experience.

Activities Day 4

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning Safari Drive

Morning

Breakfast

Mid-Morning

Transfer by Road from the Kapama River Lodge to the Hoedspruit Airport.

Afternoon

50min flight from the Hoedspruit Airport to the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

Meal Plan Breakfast Drinking water Non-alcoholic drinks Beer and wine Spirits and liquor

Vehicles

Our vehicles

At The Kruger Safari Co., we use comfortable 13-seater vehicles for all transfers, trusted local airlines, and specially adapted open safari vehicles (depending on the lodge) to ensure the best wildlife viewing experience.

Embraer 190

The Embraer 190 is a narrow-body, twin-engine jetliner manufactured by the Brazilian aerospace company Embraer. It's a regional aircraft, but known for its spacious cabin and efficient design. The E190 typically seats between 96 and 114 passengers, depending on the configuration.

Kapama Private Game Reserve

Kapama Private Game Reserve uses fully open safari vehicles, each seating up to six guests (unless a different arrangement is requested). These open vehicles offer an unobstructed 360-degree view, allowing you to fully experience the sights and sounds of the reserve.

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South Africa

Start Point: Johannesburg

Day 1 - 3

Kapama GR Kapama River Lodge

Day 4

Johannesburg Airport (No accommodation)

End Point: Johannesburg

Tour starts per person from	R 47,995.00 - (Rate for 2026) R 52,795.00 - (Rate for 2027)
Additional Price Information 2026 R 47995 per person sharing R 69795 per single traveler 2027 R 52795 per person sharing R 76775 per single traveler

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4-Day Kapama River Lodge Fly-in Safari

Introduction

Highlights

Johannesburg to the Kapama River Lodge

Activities Day 1

Mid-Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Activity Timing

Kapama River Lodge

Morning and Afternoon Safari Drives

Activities Day 2

Activities for Day 3 follows the same itinerary

Activity Timing

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Kapama River Lodge

Final day with us

Activities Day 4

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Mid-Morning

Afternoon

Vehicles

Our vehicles

Embraer 190

Kapama Private Game Reserve

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