Situated between the Limpopo and Luvuvhu Rivers in the northern section of the well-known Kruger National Park, in one of its most biologically diverse areas, is the Pafuri region, an area spanning 24,000 hectares (59,305 acres).
Within the Pafuri area, is the Makuleke Concession, the ancestral home of the Makuleke people and the most diverse and scenically attractive area in the Kruger National Park.
This area is certainly the wildest and most remote part of the Kruger National Park and offers varied vegetation, great wildlife viewing and the best birding in all of the park. It is filled with the folklore of early explorers and ancient civilisations.
The scenery ranges from the beautiful, quietly flowing Luvuvhu River, shaded by nyala trees and fever tree forests, and teeming with hippo and crocodile, to the awesome Lanner Gorge, palm-fringed wetlands and rocky outcrops with thousand-year-old baobab trees.
Adventure among the wildlife and exquisite vista.
These packages include all meals, morning and afternoon Game Drives (in open vehicle) & / or Walking Safari Trails and serviced accommodation.
All beverages – alcoholic or soft drinks, (limited brands), sundowners and snacks will be for client’s account. Tea / coffee and juice are available at no cost during one’s stay.
GUIDES
Walks: Each group is accompanied by two expert guides- a Lead Trails Guide and a Back-Up Trails Guide – to ensure utmost safety during walking safaris among the Big Five.
Drives: Each group is accompanied by one or two expert guides to provide the services expected on one’s game drive.
DAILY SERVICES
The Package: Includes all meals, morning and afternoon Game Drives (in open vehicle) & / or Walking Safari Trails and serviced accommodation.
All beverages – alcoholic or soft drinks, (limited brands), sundowners, will be for client’s account. Tea / coffee and juice are available at no cost during one’s stay.
Clients are allowed to bring own snacks.
FLEXIBLE SAFARI ACTIVITIES
Custom Tailored Safaris: Daily activities can be tailor-made to the guests’ interests and preferences and the guides are suitably qualified to provide a professional experience on all aspects of the eco-tourism offering. From photography, to birding, to tree and plant identification, and geology.
The exclusive-use nature of the camp allows for a very flexible approach to the safari activities. Whilst there are opportunities for walking safaris, there is a well-equipped game viewer for those who rather wish to drive and explore the remote areas of the reserve.
Wildlife Sightings
This part of Kruger is known to be one of the best birding areas in the park and is home to rarely seen species such as the Pel’s fishing owl, Three-Banded Courser and Grey-Headed Parrot. Along with leopard, elephant, this part of the National Park is also home to zebra, kudu and impala. You’ll be fortunate to see African buffalo, nyala antelope, eland, and the adorable bush pig.
Hippo on the concourse – Luvuvhu River & Limpopo River
Girraffe
Daily Walks & Drives
A highlight of your stay will be the daily game walks and game drives that we offer. Led by experienced guides, you will have the chance to witness the awe-inspiring beauty of the African bush up close. With each step, you’ll be amazed by the incredible diversity of wildlife that surrounds you.
Daily Walks – morning & afternoon
Qualified Lead Trails and Trails Back-up Guides to ensure utmost safety, and experience the raw nature of the bush
Daily Game Drives – morning & afternoon
Additional Activities
Our camp also offers other activities such as taking part in bush fitness and fully immersive nature experiences in our unfenced camps. With no barriers between you and nature, you’ll feel like you’re truly part of the African wilderness.
Bush Fitness
Walking to Luvuvhu George
Staying at the camp
Makuleke Camp
Rooms
Accommodation
Thatched, tented rooms, placed on wooden decks in the shade of large nyala trees.
En-suite Bathroom
x2 single beds
Beds
Single beds in comfortable shared rooms with their own verandas. We provide bedding.
Ablutions
Ablutions
En-suite bathrooms with a shower and washbasin, hot running water and a flush toilet.
Mosquitoes
We have mosquito nets in camp.
What to bring
- comfortable walking shoes, especially if you are going to do a trail walk as one of your game activities
- backpack to carry items when on a drive or on a walk
- sun hat / cap
- sun glasses
- sun block
- cameras and binoculars
- charging station(s) for batteries & devices
- head light, torches, lighting for tent accommodation
- mosquito repellent / other -where required
- anti-malaria precautions (please consult your doctor / pharmacist) – depending on geographic area
- personal medication
- An additional blanket, additional pillow, should you require it.
- light, neutral coloured clothing
- raincoat / other
- windbreaker / warm jacket / similar
- swimming costume – where applicable
RATES AND BOOKINGS
Minimum base rate of six (6) persons sharing.
Accommodation: Camp comprising ten (10) thatched on stilts en-suite rooms with own porch – min six (6) to eight (8) persons sharing. There is a lecture / study area, open air / boma dining area, own bathroom.
The below Packages provide the minimum basic rate for six (6) guests in the camp, whether they are SA or SADC guests.
Tour Availability
Availability will have to be checked before making a booking.
Either contact enquiries@leadingleopardsafaris.co.za through email, contact us – ENQUIRE on website or telephone. Once availability is confirmed, we will sends the necessary information to complete.
Our Packages
MAKULEKE CAMP
3 Night Package
R13 638 Per Person
R4 546 *p/p/p/n/s (*per person per night sharing)
Single Supplement +30%
International Persons +54%
Minimum base rate of six (6) persons
- x2 single beds
- en-suite rooms (own shower, flush toilet, basin, hot and cold water)
- open air dining area / boma
- Morning & Afternoon Game Drives / Walking Trails
- Incl. Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, sundowner on drive
- Bar facilities available – limited brands: such as beers, ciders, soft drinks are for clients account.
- No hard liquor available. Welcome to bring your own
4 Night Package
R18 184 Per Person
R4 546 *p/p/p/n/s (*per person per night sharing)
Single Supplement +30%
International Persons +54%
Minimum base rate of six (6) persons
- x2 single beds
- en-suite rooms (own shower, flush toilet, basin, hot and cold water)
- open air dining area / boma
- Morning & Afternoon Game Drives / Walking Trails
- Incl. Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, sundowner on drive
- Bar facilities available – limited brands: such as beers, ciders, soft drinks are for clients account.
- No hard liquor available. Welcome to bring your own
5 Night Package
R22 730 Per Person
R4 546 *p/p/p/n/s (*per person per night sharing)
Single Supplement +30%
International Persons +54%
Minimum base rate of six (6) persons
- x2 single beds
- en-suite rooms (own shower, flush toilet, basin, hot and cold water)
- open air dining area / boma
- Morning & Afternoon Game Drives / Walking Trails
- Incl. Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, sundowner on drive
- Bar facilities available – limited brands: such as beers, ciders, soft drinks are for clients account.
- No hard liquor available. Welcome to bring your own
Bookings: enquiries@leadingleopardsafaris.co.za
AMENITIES
See Above
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
RATES ARE QUOTED
In South African Rand (ZAR)
Subject to availability
Single Supplement +30%
International Persons +54%
Based on a three-night minimum stay
RATE CHANGES
All rates quoted are subject to change, without prior notice
Rates quoted for confirmed bookings will be honoured
BOOKING & PAYMENT TERMS
A 25% deposit is required to confirm a booking, and the balance of 75% and any transfer fees must be settled four weeks before the start of a safari tour
CANCELLATION POLICY
Should you cancel your booking, the below cancellation policy will apply:
5 – 8 weeks before the start of the safari tour, then 25% of the full tour rate will be forfeited
8 – 34 days before the start of the safari tour, then 40% of the full tour rate will be forfeited
28 – 34 days before the start of the safari tour, then 40% of the full tour rate will be forfeited
21 – 27 days before the start of the safari tour, then 60% of the full tour rate will be forfeited
14 – 20 days before the start of the safari tour, then 70% of the full tour rate will be forfeited
Less than 14 days before the start of the safari tour, then 100% of the full tour rate will be forfeited
FACILITIES & ACTIVITIES
Open vehicle game drives / walking trails
Please note that, due to the remote location of the camps / lodges, there is limited to no mobile phone signal but WiFi (where applicable) is provided in the central area
RATES INCLUDE
Serviced accommodation
Two game drives per day in open safari vehicles & / or walking trails
All meals
Limited WiFi in central area & guest spaces Beverages – Tea / coffee and juice are available at no cost during one’s stay
RATES EXCLUDE
Beverages- alcoholic or soft drinks, (limited brands), sundowners, will be for client’s account.
Curio purchases
Lodge transfers
Park entrance fee
Conservation fee
Compulsory international fully comprehensive travel insurance
Any other items of a personal nature or not stipulated herein
ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE
Guests may arrive any time from 14h00 -15h00 at camp / lodge where you will be met. Guests to depart camp / lodge at 10h00.
Curio purchases
Lodge transfers
Park entrance fee
Conservation fee
Compulsory international fully comprehensive travel insurance
Any other items of a personal nature or not stipulated herein
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