Kuname Safari Lodge & Manor House

 

Kuname Lodge is 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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

THE LODGE

Relax in an environment surrounded by tranquil beauty, whilst taking in the view on the wooden deck or soaking in your private outdoor bath.

Our 5 luxury, air-conditioned chalets are nestled in the dense African bush with magnificent views of the Kuvenjane River and Drakensberg mountains.

A taste of Africa is all that one needs to savour the assortment of flavours brought to you by Kuname’s top gourmet chef … ensuring each meal is an unforgettable culinary pleasure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Game drive

 

 

 

Helicopter scenic flights

 

 

 

Traditional Evening

 

 

 

Anti-poaching walks

 

 

Local community visit

 

 

 

Yoga Sessions

 

 

 

Star Gazing

 

 

 

Interactive Cooking

 

 

 

Photographic Workshops

 

 

 

LOCATION

 

Kuname River Lodge is an exclusive 5 star, 5 bed game lodge situated in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve in the Limpopo Province.

 

Kuname which is 4.5 hours drive from Johannesburg and 45km from the Kruger National Park is easily accessible by both air and by road and offers some of the best big 5 game viewing and bird watching opportunities in Southern Africa.

 

 

DIRECTIONS TO KARONGWE GAME RESERVE

 

From Johannesburg:

 

Take the N4 motorway towards Mbombela (Nelspruit), passing eMalahleni (Witbank) and Middleburg

 

Turn left into eMakhazeni (Belfast)
Once in eMakhazeni, follow the signs and turn right towards Dullstroom, passing through Mashishing (Lydenburg)

 

Continue on the R36 to Ohrigstad and the JG Strydom Tunnel
Approximatly 10km after the tunnel, turn left onto the R36 Towards Tzaneen.

 

The Karongwe Game Reserve is situated on your right, with the lodges located as follows

Shiduli – 22km
Kuname – 24km

River Lodge, Chisomo & Becks Safari Lodge – 27km

 

From Hoedspruit:

 

Head south on Argyle Road (650m), then turn left toward R527 (100m) Turn right toward R527 (140m), turn right onto R527 (31,1km) and then turn right onto R36 (23,1km)

 

(01 January – 30 April & 01 September – 31 December)

 

⇒ Wake Up Call at 05h00

 

⇒ Coffee, Tea and Hot Chocolate Served with Rusk’s in the Main Area

 

⇒ Morning Game Drive commence at 05h30 and return to the lodge at 08h30 – 09h00

 

⇒ Breakfast is Served

 

⇒ Lunch is Served 13:30

 

⇒ Afternoon Game Drive commence at 16h00 and return to the lodge at 19h00 – 19h30

 

⇒ Dinner is Served

 

Child Policy. No Children under the age of 12 years old. 12 years and up – Adult rate will apply. Children Game Drive Policy. NO Children. Children’s programme.

 

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Ideal venue for Small Romantic Weddings and Romantic Setting for Honeymooners

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Traversing over the 9000 hectares of supreme African bushveld, the Karongwe Reserve is home to the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Rhino and Elephant) as well as a wealth of other creatures.

Our open vehicle game drives are perfect for game viewing. Enjoy a sundowner while the sun sets over the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains.

 

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Rack Rates | 2026
Kuname Safari Lodge & Manor House

 

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Luxury Suite

⇒ Rooms 4

 

Rooms Rate  

⇒ High Rate ∼  R10,860 pppn

⇒ Low Rate ∼  R8,180 pppn

 

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Premier Suite

⇒ Rooms 1

 

Rooms Rate  

⇒ High Rate ∼  R11,520 pppn

⇒ Low Rate ∼  R10,110 pppn

 

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Noka House Rooms

⇒ Rooms 1

⇒ Minimum Pax 4

 

Rooms Rate  

⇒ High Rate ∼  R11,520 pppn

⇒ Low Rate ∼  R10,110 pppn

 

Road Transfer –  Hoedspruit Airport to Karongwe

Rate 1 – R1 080

Pax 2 – R960

Pax 3 – R840

Pax 4 – R700

Pax 5 – R590

Pax 6 – Quote on Request

 

KMIA/MQP Airport to Karongwe

Rate 1 – R3 270

Pax 2 – R1 890

Pax 3 – R1 430

Pax 4 –  R1 300

Pax 5 – R1 120

Pax 6 – Quote on Request

 

Phalaborwa Airport to Karongwe | 102 km Quote on Request OR Tambo to Karongwe | 440 km Quote on Request

 

Above transfer rates are Nett and Non-commissionable and charged per person per one way and are subject to change due to fuel price fluctuations.

 

Rack Rates | 2027
Kuname Safari Lodge & Manor House

 

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Luxury Suite

⇒ Rooms 4

 

Rooms Rate  

⇒ High Rate ∼  R12,220 pppn

⇒ Low Rate ∼  R9,520 pppn

 

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Premier Suite

⇒ Rooms 1

 

Rooms Rate  

⇒ High Rate ∼  R12,770 pppn

⇒ Low Rate ∼  R12,220 pppn

 

 

Noka House Rooms

Rooms 2

⇒ Minimum Pax 4

 

Rooms Rate  

⇒ High Rate ∼  R51,220 pppn

⇒ Low Rate ∼  R44,520 pppn