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Karongwe
Private Game Reserve - Central Kruger National Park - More
Kruger National Park Accommodation
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Private Game Reserve - near Kruger National Park - South Africa |
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Kuname
Lodge is a small, unashamedly exclusive, luxury safari lodge set in about
9,000 hectares of pristine African bush, in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve.
We are
only 45 minutes drive from the world-famous Kruger National Park in South
Africa.
Bordered
by the towering Drakensberg escarpment on the west and set in game-rich,
lush, riverine vegetation, the facility offers a variety of breathtaking
views, diverse landscapes and some of the best big five game-viewing opportunities
in southern Africa.
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Game drive
at Kuname Lodge
Each morning
before the fiery sunrise paints the sky and every evening before the sun
sets, an experienced, highly-qualified, field guide and tracker takes guests
on unhurried game drives in our open game vehicle to seek out and get close
to the Big Five and the dozens of other animal species found on the conservancy.
But
a game drive at Kuname is about more than simply ticking off animals on
a 'game-sighting list' and following the Big Five. With incredible bird
life and century old trees, professional guides, each with an astounding
knowledge of the environment, ensure that visitors become participants,
rather than just spectators as they feel the rhythms of the veld. A game
drive at Kuname is about getting immersed in an African bush experience.
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At Kuname
we are driven by passion.
Passion
for the land, passion for the animals and plants, passion for service and
passion for the community in which we live. Our guiding principle is "responsible
tourism" - to conserve the eco-system and preserve one of Africa's endangered
spaces.
Kuname
River Lodge will touch you deeply. Your visit will always hold a special
place in your heart. It will rejuvenate you and soothe your soul. It is
more than just a safari, more than a luxury lodge - it is the essence of
Africa!
Enjoy
a cocktail or freshly brewed cup of coffee in our sophisticated guest area.
Relax in the shade on our magnificent wooden deck amongst the surrounding
riparian bush. Refresh and invigorate yourself in the cool, clear waters
of the rock pool or spend an afternoon browsing in our well-stocked library. |
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Dining
at Kuname is a special treat.
A time
to enjoy a kaleidoscope of flavours inspired by Africa but guided by the
culinary traditions of Europe.
Our
gourmet chef lured from one of South Africa's top restaurants ensures each
meal at Kuname is an unforgettable gastronomic occasion. A barbecue with
fine wines on the wooden viewing-deck or an elegant bush dinner, while
you inhale the earthy scents of the African bush, will make your taste-buds
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Chalets
at Kuname Lodge
Accommodation
at the lodge is in five private, comfortable chalets, nestled in dense
bush overlooking the majestic Drakensberg escarpment.
The
air-conditioned chalets are decorated in an elegant African style, with
each item of artwork having its own story.
The
en-suite bathrooms include an outdoor shower as well as a luxurious outdoor
bath. The magnificent views from the quaint private wooden decks on each
of the chalets simply take your breath away. |
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Honeymoon
Suite at Kuname Lodge
Situated
in a secluded, private garden that leads off the bedroom, the Honeymoon
Suite's outdoor bathroom is truly magical - the perfect spot to soak in
a candlelit bath beneath a canopy of stars and reflect on the day's experiences.
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Game
Drives at Kuname Lodge
With incredible
bird life and century old trees, professional guides, each with an astounding
knowledge of the environment, ensure that visitors become participants,
rather than just spectators as they feel the rhythms of the veld. A game
drive at Kuname is about getting immersed in an African bush experience.
A tactile occasion.
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Walking
Trails
A bush
walk with an experienced ranger is a chance to literally step into a world
few ever get the opportunity to experience. It is a nature expedition.
Participants get to see animals on their own level, in their unique environment.
They learn how everything in a delicate ecosystem has to be in perfect
balance if it is to survive and flourish.
On
a bush walk the emphasis is on the little creatures and tiny things that
play vital roles in the functioning of this unique environment. Participants
learn about medicinal plants, the region's lesser-known fauna and flora
and veld-skills that have been passed from generation to generation by
the region's indigenous people. |
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Bird
Watching
With over
250 different bird species at home on the conservancy, Kuname River Lodge
is a spectacular birding destination for the more discerning bird-watcher.
Join
a skilled and knowledgeable field guide for a birding excursion to identify
and appreciate the vast amount of species that Kuname has to offer.
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Directions
from Johannesburg, South Africa.
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Drive
onto the N4 towards Nelspruit
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Travel
past Witbank and Middelburg on the N4
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Take the
R540 turnoff to Belfast
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Continue
through Belfast and Dullstroom to Lydenburg
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Take the
R36 North to Ohrigstad
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Carry
on the R36 through Abel Erasmus Pass and Strijdom tunnel
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Turn left
on the R36 towards Tzaneen
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After
22km on the right hand side you will see a sign to Kuname River Lodge
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Enter
at the gate and follow the signs to Kuname River Lodge
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To
really feel the bush one needs to sit quietly and listen and feel Africa's
rhythms. Slowly the ancient edifice of wondrous architecture - the landscape,
will educate your spirit, reminding you of the fragile intricacies of the
bush and our special role and responsibility to protect sacred land.
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Rates
available on enquiry
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