Set on the banks of the Klaserie River, which flows throughout the year, the seven luxury tents and five exclusive suites that make up Kapama Karula "the place of peace" are in every way true to their name. The river glides smoothly forming sparkling pools that attract smaller riverine animals and a myriad of birds in every season.
This extraordinary camp, based on the recently acquired Gwalagwala Camp, has now been rebuilt into one of the finest camps in many respects. Consisting of seven luxury air-conditioned tents and five large exclusive suites that are the epitome of luxury, each with a his and hers basin, inside and outside shower and sliding glass doors that will wrap around the suite to offer the guest the opportunity to have unrestricted views onto one of the most sought after locations the Klaserie River.
Kapama Karula
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"Awesome!!"
15 Feb 2016
By Adlle, South Africa
"Kapama Karula a truly AMAZING place! Absolutely Stunning! Most Friendly staff! Up close and personal with big 5 just an Amazing experience! I'll give them 6/5 stars!! Ideal Romatic gettaway!!"
"How about that as a break?"
01 Dec 2008
By Gabrielle, South Africa
"Hi there, Gwalagwala is an absolute fabulous stay especially if you like to experience the bush to its fullest. We were welcomed by Roxy and Nardia who spoilt us rotten with their drinks and chats. Nardia especially a thumbs up. Collen was a great companion with regards to the bush. The first game drive in the car was fantastic and we could ask questions and received loads of information. The bush walk the next day was a bit long for my parents who joined us, but nevertheless, wonderful to experience. The game drive in the morning was the best with the spotting of the cheetah, lions and herd of lions. A excellent place to go to and thank you to Dorian and Ann for their quick responses via email!"
"The perfect place!"
28 Sep 2008
By Pierre, Canada
"Accommodations are most comfortable and convenient; meals( food and atmosphere) were excellent; big 5 were there (4/5 on day one in pm,and 5/5 on day 2 in am); owners and personnel are fantastic. We have superb souvenirs from our trip to SA, but GwalaGwala is the best!"
"Highly recommended!!!!"
24 Feb 2008
By Håkan, Sweden
"Excellent! Great food , perfect accommodation, really nice hosts and staff!"
"Excellent"
08 Oct 2007
By Gordon, South Africa
"We had an excellent time with the people at GwalaGwala. The service was superb and exceeded our expectations. We are planning on returning.Thanks to everyone at GwalaGwala for making Anna's first experience in South Africa one that she will never forget."
"Paradise found"
15 Feb 2007
By debbie, United Kingdom
"We stayed at Gwalagwala for 2 nights in Feb.We were delighted with every aspect of our stay.We arrived there, to be welcomed by Anne and Frank, who showed us to our accommodation, which we where more than happy with.Our tent was immaculate, and furnished to a very high standard, the victorian bath was an unexpected treat!The big five game drives we were taken on where superb, we spotted the big 5 on both of our drives.The food that we where given during our stay was exceptional, and the company of Anne and her Husband was enjoyable.Would recommend this as a good value for money place to stay."
"Review"
12 Feb 2007
By sheila, South Africa
"We really did enjoy Gwalagwala. An intimate setting, with attention to detail, and a relaxed attitude, that is very inviting. We will recommend it to our friends. Our stay was too short to really experience everything on offer, but our brief sample was enticing, many thanks. Dinner was a little average, but you are not selling yourself as a cullinary experience so not really a problem."
"Will be back."
08 Jan 2007
By Johan, South Africa
"Host and staff were excellent. Arrived as guests and left as friends."
"Big Five at Gwalagwala"
18 Dec 2006
By Marlene, Panama
"During our 3 day stay at Gwalagwala we had viewed all the "Big Five" at the end of our second day.....the remaining animal views were gravy.The accommodations were just as described on the web site and met all of our expectations.The personable staff and setting attributed to a fulfilling once in a lifetime experience of our safari."
"Good mixture of big 5 and small animals"
26 Nov 2006
By Mikaela, Sweden
"We spent three days in a very relaxed environment. We were very well received from the first minute. The lodge is quite small which get you toknow the other guests and staff very well, without interfering with privacy. The game drives were very good and we managed to see the big 5 on a nearby game reserve. In Gwalagwala we went for bushwalks with our guides as well as gamedrives to focus more on the Gwalagwala reserve. The bushwalks gave us opportunity to see the small things like antlions, scratchmarks from a leopard and close encounters with giraffes, well presented by the excellent guides."
