Kambaku Safari Lodge (South Africa/Timbavati Private Nature Reserve) - Lodge Reviews

Address: Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Kruger National Park 1380, South Africa

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Region: South Africa > Kruger National Park > Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

Ranked #2 of 10 Specialty lodging in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

Price Range: $$$$

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: 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 camp 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 offers superior standards in all of our facilities yet always maintaining a high level of environmental consciousness. Our dedicated staff will cater to the individual needs of our guests making for a truly memorable stay. With scrumptious bush cuisine in a relaxed, rustic setting our guests can truly unwind and immerse themselves in the restorative powers of nature. ... more less

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Also Known As:: Kambaku Safari Hotel; Kambaku Safari Hotel Timbavati Private Nature Reserve; Kambaku Safari Lodge South Africa/Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

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petert0

Amersfoort, The Netherlands

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3 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

“Great hospitality”

Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

We spent 4 days at this wonderful place. From the start we were treated very friendly and felt really welcome. A real effort was made to make every dinner experience unique. Game drives were excellent, we spotted the big five and also had a walking safari. This place is also one of the few where also wines and beers are... More

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Michael K

New York City, New York

1 review

“Phenomenal Place!”

Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

I found this place by pure luck, but I cannot imagine a better place to go on safari. We saw absolutely incredible wildlife, including a lone male leopard attacking some antelope from 25 ft. The friendliest staff and rangers, absolutely wonderful food, and wonderfully priced. I would go back again without hesitation.

Hi Michael - Thank you for giving such a lovely review on your stay at Kambaku. We really hope that one day you will manage to squeeze in another visit to us and see the exciting changes in camp as well as some more amazing animals! More

Richard B

Steamboat Springs, Colorado

“Can't imagine a better safari experience”

Reviewed May 13, 2013

Kambaku exceeded all expectations. Bryce and Eric (the tracker) were exceptional and in 6 days we saw all the Big Five + lots of other fascinating wild life. Bryce not only knows his animals, but has individual knowledge of them, which is fascinating. Just to mention a couple of highlights, we saw a pair of brother Cheetas as well as... More

Hi Richard - thank you for your review on your stay at Kambaku. You were very lucky during your stay here to see the cheetahs that's for sure! Definitely a big "cat" experience! We are glad that you appreciated the in depth info about the animals - it makes it so much more interesting when one actually understands some of... More

DHAYMIL

Wellesley, Massachusetts

“Kambaku Lodge, Tiimbavati, SA”

Reviewed May 12, 2013

It only takes one word to describe our experience at Kambaku: perfect. Everything about the five-day visit in August, 2012 was ideal, from the lodging, to the location, to the outstanding food, to the terrific service. Yet despite all that, the highlight was the game drives - our driver, an avid photographer himself, knew where to get us for the... More

Hi Dennis - thanks for giving us at Kambaku a perfect review! Nothing pleases us more than to know your holiday was perfect here and that your safari experience lived up to your expectations. We hope that you take a look at the photos once in a while to bring back the memories! More

Casey_B4599

“Amazing stay!”

This was our first safari and Kambaku made sure everything was perfect. I couldn't have asked for anything more from them. The staff was friendly and catering. They really made it feel like a home away from home.

Thank you fro taking the time to review Kambaku Lodge - we hope you have many happy memories of your first safari experience! More

Cara P

Sydney, Australia

Senior Reviewer

10 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

4 helpful votes

“Loved every second”

Reviewed May 11, 2013

Kambaku is the perfect mix of African bush and first class accommodation/service. If you're looking for somewhere that feels like the African bush while still feeling pampered, this is the place to go. It's small (max 16 people) so the service is top notch and you never feel like you're getting lost in the crowd, and you're in the middle... More

Hi Cara - thanks you for your lengthy review on your stay at Kambaku Lodge. You really managed to comment on the full scope of what future guests can expect from staying here as well as the personal feel that we have at the lodge! Looking forwards to seeing you again! More

JeffC_Perth

Perth, Australia

“Just magical”

Reviewed May 6, 2013

This trip to Kambaku was to check out the lodge for a larger group booking later in the year. We were certainly not disappointed. Everything was wonderful - the people warm and friendly. Accommodation excellent. The food perfect. And the dinner in the bush on our last night was a magnificent end to our stay. Van and Albert were excellent... More

Hi Jeff - Thank you fro taking the time to write a review on your most recent stay here at Kambaku. You have been here before and we are so looking forwards to having the group stay later this year - it is going to be an amazing time and we are really excited. Well done for convincing Mike !... More

Michael H

Toronto, Canada

“Wonderful Safari!”

Reviewed April 29, 2013

Prior to choosing a game lodge this time for our recent visit to South Africa, we researched and read many reviews on a wide variety of private game lodges next to the Kruger National Park. We finally chose Kambaku and we could not be happier with our choice. All the comments from previous guests about the owner/management team of Bryce... More

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lengthy, in detail review of your stay here. You really have managed to highlight the little things that made your stay here memorable. We are glad that they do not go unnoticed! Of course the game drive experience is what you are here for, and we really do... More

rjimmys

London, United Kingdom

2 helpful votes

“Purely Magical!”

Reviewed April 23, 2013

I can't say enough great things about our wonderful stay at the lodge. We went in March and it was perfect, apart from having to leave! A small camp with an intimate, family feel and attentive personal service that was extremely professional, but not afraid to be genuinely warm and friendly. Its refreshing to go to a lodge where the... More

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How can I respond to this amazing review...? All I can say is that we love that the passion shows through and is so infectious! We aim to provide memories that will last a lifetime and it sounds as if it is happening. We really do want you to feel as if you are surrounded by the bush, so that... More

0202CarlP

Cape Town Central, South Africa

6 reviews

5 hotel reviews

Reviews in 5 cities

7 helpful votes

“Home away from home”

Reviewed April 19, 2013

When we arrived at Kambaku Safari Lodge we were met by the team and we immediately felt at home. The service was warm and extremely friendly. The Game viewing was excellent, the Guide Werner and tracker Eric were very knowledgeable about the animals as well as the birds and trees/plants. The food was DELICIOUS! We had good laughs around the... More

Hello Cape Town - what a pleasure to have had you up here and staying with us - I think we had as much fun as you all did ! I shall pass on the comments on the food to the chefs as they always do us proud. Nice to know that it was difficult to leave - that always... More

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