Gwalagwala Game Lodge

Gwalagwala Game Lodge Hotel / Lodge accommodation in Hoedspruit Limpopo

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Description

The camp consists of seven en-suite tents of which one is a super luxurious tent with a his and hers basin, bath, outdoor shower and a lounge. Each tent is built on a wooden platform raised in the trees on sturdy stilts. The game lodge is fully electrified & all tents have their own en suite bathroom & private deck. You have a choice of twin or queen sized beds. All bedrooms are fully insect proofed.

The tents are all equipped with fans for the warm summer days & heaters & electric blankets for those chilly winter nights so that at all times you enjoy a comfortable temperature in your room. We also provide tea/coffee facilities, hair dryer, international plug & fridge in each unit to add to your comfort.

During November 2008 an agreement between Kapama and Gwalagwala was concluded whereby Kapama would acquire the property and business of Gwalagwala. The current owners, Dorian and Ann Harcourd-Boldwin wish to retire after a long period where they have established this well known brand in the industry, associated with warm personal attention on, arguably, one of the best locations in Africa.

The fence between Kapama and Gwalagwala which stretches for 3.5 km along Kapama's southern boundary has been removed and the Gwalagwala property will be incorporated into Kapama Private Game Reserve. The property is in excess of 435 ha and includes 2.5 km of Klaserie river frontage. The Klaserie River is a perennial river which provides water to the many game species within the Kapama Reserve. The Klaserie River and immediate surrounding vegetation provides the ideal habitat for leopard, hippo and crocodile on the reserve. Being part of the bigger world renowned Kapama Private Game Reserve ads a total new dimension to Gwalagwala and the fact that another fence is taken out within this already large area is of great environmental benefit to the animals and the ecosystem for the area.

This means that Gwalagwala is now located within one of the biggest big five reserves in the country.

Attractions

Kapama Game Reserve is so well positioned, not too far from habitation but still deep in the bush, enabling us to offer a truly superior range of activities. Two game drives per day and an optional bush walk is included in the all-inclusive Kapama safari package. All other activities are not included and will charged as extras.

Here’s a quick guide to what’s on offer, then read on for all the exciting details of each option:

• Game Drives and Bush Walks – two game drives per day and an optional bush walk are included in the safari package price
• Romantic Sleepout – nothing can top the experience of sleeping with your loved one on a high platform deep in the African bush, on a bed of white linen surrounded by lanterns and billowing mosquito netting. A luxurious bathroom with flush toilet is below you.
• Kapama Body & Skin Treatments - the new Kapama Wellness Centre will be open in 2008 with 17-metre lap pool, gym, steam room and four luxurious treatment rooms. For now a full range of Matisse body and skin treatments are offered.
• Hot Air Ballooning – let the wind drift you towards the Drakensberg Mountains or across the game reserve to spot game from the air
• Elephant Back Safari – get up close and personal with an African elephant and see Kapama Game Reserve from his back
• Kapama Thulumahashe Children’s Home – let Africa touch your very soul with a visit to this rural children’s home where abandoned children are looked after with some help from Kapama.
• Hoedspruit Centre for Endangered Species – see rescued cheetah and other animals to be rehabilitated at close range and learn all about them at this unique conservation establishment
• Private Dining – celebrate a special occasion with a private bush dinner.
• Golf at Hans Merenski Championship Course - where wildlife roam about the fairways.

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Facilities

A short walk through pathways brings you to the Central lodge area where you will find the refreshing swimming pool and tree-house pub and breakfast verandah built up in the tree tops. You may wish to sit quietly in the thatched, open lounge which overlooks the river, spotting any animals that may be passing, or just watch birds going about their business whilst you become attuned to the sounds of the bush.