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AN AUTHENTIC AFRICAN BUSH EXPERIENCE

Located inside the renowned kruger national park park, nkambeni safari camp.

Nestled in the heart of one of the most famous wildlife conservation areas in the world, Nkambeni Safari Camp welcomes you to Big Five country. Here, in the world-renowned Kruger National Park, thrilling up-close and personal wildlife experiences await you in an exclusive-use 11500 hectare private concession.

SAFARI TENTS

BIG 5 GAME VIEWING

GAME DRIVES

GUIDED BUSH WALKS

OVERLOOKING THE AFRICAN BUSH

Specifically designed to leave the smallest possible foot-print in this pristine wilderness, the 150 en-suite safari tents are tastefully decorated to provide comfort and an authentic african bush ambiance..

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The camp is ideally located close to the Numbi Gate, around 4 hours by road from Johannesburg. Close by are the Lowveld towns of White River and Hazy View and you are just two hour’s drive from the stunning Blyde River Canyon.

At Nkambeni Safari Camp the entire team is dedicated to the preservation of our pristine wilderness areas and to providing each and every guest with an authentic African Safari Experience.

To this end we offer a wide range of outstanding facilities and all the related game-viewing activities you would expect to find, including guided game drives, night drives and Big 5 walks. All this is provided within a framework of conservation and sustainability.

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" No safe in tent so keep passports etc locked in case. Security was very good though "

" It’s worth going to see what secret surprise the lawn chairs are setup to have a view of 😉, it’s really well worth the look. "

" If you're going on the game drive, bring binoculars. Make sure to also bring a South Africa plug adapter. "

" The camp is a real Safari Camp. Nice but Numbi Gate ist to far from everything "

" Very far from the main sightings min 1.5 hour drive. If you coming to relax then this is ideal except for when the trains go past "

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Nkambeni Camp offers a wide range of outstanding facilities and all the Safari related activities like game drives, big 5 walks and many more to make your stay in the Kruger Park an enjoyable and true nature experience. No concrete and no foundations means minimum damage to the environment! In addition, the construction is low maintenance and this means affordable accommodation. Combine these principles with luxury and comfort and enjoy nature the way it is meant to be.

Construction at Nkambeni Safari Camp conforms to the highest standards of low impact eco-friendly criteria. We also believe in sustainable and responsible tourism as part of our vision. At Nkambeni Safari Camp we are committed to the preservation of pristine wilderness areas and providing you with the true African experience of the wonderful scenery of the Lowveld of Mpumalanga. We are situated in the heart of the Big Five Country in the Kruger National Park.

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Loved our time at Nkorho. Our guide, Matt, and tracker, David, were extremely professional and knowledgeable. The safari rides were

Loved our time at Nkorho. Our guide, Matt, and tracker, David, were extremely professional and knowledgeable. The safari rides were incredible and we certainly saw everything we came to see. The entire staff works hard to ensure a great experience for their guests. Our suite was great, very clean and comfortable . The swing was cozy on the front deck! Enjoyed our meals and evenings in the bar. Thanks to all for a great time!

This was a great experience overall. The resort was nice and homely. Our ranger Kelsey and tracker Bennett were very

This was a great experience overall. The resort was nice and homely. Our ranger Kelsey and tracker Bennett were very knowledgeable and happy to answer any questions that we had. The game drives were exciting and the search for the leopard was one of the highlights of the trip. The rooms were spacious, and the food was almost unending. The only downside, and understandably so, was the inability to move from one room to another, after dark. While our sons were older and able to stay on their own, families with slightly younger children may have to stay in one chalet. Strongly recommend it!!

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I can´t stop thinking about my visit at Arathusa. Just want to go back. It was so amazing in every way. The lodgin itself was so nice and luxury, the food excellent and you really had everything you could possible need.

We had a great overall experience at Mala Mala. We saw abundant animals and several exciting interactions between them. Our

We had a great overall experience at Mala Mala. We saw abundant animals and several exciting interactions between them. Our guide was knowledgeable and nice (the others in our group had a guide who had had incredible intuition for finding animals and we benefited from it). The rooms are nice, beautiful and comfortable. The food was good/okay... We were there for three nights and it seemed like there were a lot of repeats between the meals. The staff were all friendly and the customer service was great!

I don't usually write reviews however, I travelled to Lion Sands with my girlfriend in March 2017, it was her

I don't usually write reviews however, I travelled to Lion Sands with my girlfriend in March 2017, it was her birthday and I was planning to propose. From the moment the booking was made until the last minute we left the location the service was impecable.

Our family just spend 3 days in the Cottage. The safaris were outstanding led by our intelligent and passionate guide

Our family just spend 3 days in the Cottage. The safaris were outstanding led by our intelligent and passionate guide Michael. We saw so much and learnt so much in the "Land That Time Forgot". Leopard with Waterbuck kill, wild dogs, Lion and Elephant swimming and wrestling in a dam and so much more!! The camp manager Gary was so welcoming and friendly. His enthusiasm for the bush is infectious. Thanks for a wonderful time in a special place. Also thanks for arranging a truly unique bat sighting!!!! Stayed May 2017, travelled with family

I cannot express how great my experience was at Idube, I have a lifetime of memories from the 4 nights

I cannot express how great my experience was at Idube, I have a lifetime of memories from the 4 nights we stayed there. Highly recommended.

Fabulous three days at Idube Game Reserve. Lovely people. amazing food. So many highlights. But one stood out. When we

Fabulous three days at Idube Game Reserve. Lovely people. amazing food. So many highlights. But one stood out. When we surprised a rhino and it charged our Land Cruiser, leave it to our guide, Brogan, to take care of business. With a sharp, "OY!", the rhino stopped it charge, turn around and trotted back to its mate. Note that the wifi was only available in the office when we went, but it's due for an upgrade any date. Pro-tip: No cell coverage, but the office has a cell tower booster. Turn off your wifi, and your phone will pick up the cell booster if you have a local phone or international plan

It's hard to put into words what a wonderful place this is , even before you arrive the staff are

It's hard to put into words what a wonderful place this is , even before you arrive the staff are extremely helpful with information and when you arrive they make you feel part of the lodge community not just a guest (truly welcoming).

The staff are genuinely interested in your adventure and happiness joining in stories and experiences of each game drive .Be prepared for the early starts 5.30 am game drive however believe me this is the best time of the day to see the animals and is a magical time to see the bush. The lodge and rooms are to a very high standard with all rooms having great views and the best bit being no fences !!!! YOU REALLY ARE IN THE BUSH 🙂 . This is without doubt a luxury Safari

We just came back from our first ever safari trip. We went not knowing what to expect. After our first

We just came back from our first ever safari trip. We went not knowing what to expect. After our first game drive, we got to know why Sabi Sands Lodges are the best when it comes to big five game viewing. We managed to view all of the big five on one day.

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We absolutely loved this resort. The staff is so warm and welcoming, the rooms and public areas are beautifully and

We absolutely loved this resort. The staff is so warm and welcoming, the rooms and public areas are beautifully and comfortably decorated, the food was delicious (I'm a San Francisco foodie pescetarian and absolutely loved the food/presentation), and the game drives were unforgettable. Don't miss the bush walk--we walked through a field of butterflies, saw all kinds of animal tracks, and enjoyed a different view of the landscape we'd been driving through all week. I would also highly recommend visiting the Thornybush Community Project gardens with Gavin, where some of the beautiful food served in Sabi Sand resorts is grown by local women as part of a community collective. We also visited a school, which had an incredible impact on us. I loved Simbambili--a little piece of my heart is still there

A wonderful visit that was nothing short of perfect. Amazing game sightings, the best I've had (and it is always

A wonderful visit that was nothing short of perfect. Amazing game sightings, the best I've had (and it is always good), our Ranger and Tracker were great fun and very knowledgable, the staff were on the ball and the atmosphere and mood relaxed and attentive. My 6th visit, and great that Ulusaba is back to its best, thank you!

Highly recommended. Amazing in many ways. Great safari experience. Unsurpassed food. Kind staff. Two safaris a day for three days.

Highly recommended. Amazing in many ways. Great safari experience. Unsurpassed food. Kind staff. Two safaris a day for three days. One extra walking safari midday. Excellent game viewing. Night time star gazing by the fire. Trip to the village. Great amenities. Boma, Observation points. Nice little library. The staff will walk you to your cabin at night. Our first time here was 2006 but this is the place to come for the best safari lodge experience. This is the place to come back to.

My daughter and I spent 3 nights at Notten's in April 2017 and we loved everything about it! We loved

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Stayed April 2017, travelled with family

After spending 2 nights at the Dulini River Lodge we spent 2 nights at the Dulini Lodge. Even though both

After spending 2 nights at the Dulini River Lodge we spent 2 nights at the Dulini Lodge. Even though both Lodges are in the same Reserve and very close they offer a different athmosphere. The Dulini Lodge gives you a stronger "Africa feeling" in terms of decoration and setup in my view.

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Will try to be back whenever possible

Everything wonderful, just come back from part of Titan Tour. We saw the big five and so much more. Couldn't

Everything wonderful, just come back from part of Titan Tour. We saw the big five and so much more. Couldn't fault it and would love to go back. You have to be there to believe how good it is, and how close you get to what is after all wild animals. I could have almost touched one of the lions we saw!!

This was a perfect place for a safari. We stayed in one of the two suites, and this was perfect.

This was a perfect place for a safari. We stayed in one of the two suites, and this was perfect. The game drives were so exiting. Of 8 game drives we saw leopards at 7 of them. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The food was nice. The skills of the tracker and ranger was fantastic. It was so nice to follow how they read the tracks in the sand and bushes. We saw the big 5 and a lot more. If would go back? YES

If you are planning a trip to S.A. And want to spend time in the bush, then Sabi Sands is

If you are planning a trip to S.A. And want to spend time in the bush, then Sabi Sands is a must. We have been travelling to to South Africa every year for the past 12 years and stayed at many game reserves including the Krugar many times. This year we saved up hard and achieved our dream, to stay in Sabi Sands. All that I can say it's Well Worth every penny, the reserve is just something else! It's the best and it's a must, forget the rest push the the boat out and and stay at in Sabi Sands.. We chose Elephant Plains due to our budget. It was wonderful food fantastic, staff brilliant, service first class. We saw the big five for the the first time in 12 years.... So if you are looking for a safari holiday then look no further this place is the best. Memories we will never forget.

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Game guides are all world class. Their knowledge of the reserve adds incredible value to every visitor’s stay. All other members of the team are

Game guides are all world class. Their knowledge of the reserve adds incredible value to every visitor’s stay. All other members of the team are welcoming and responsive. Food is delicious. Tents are spacious and include requisite amenities. Setting is iconic Africa. At the current price point, Honeyguide offers guests real value for money and memories that will last a lifetime.

This lodge is a must-visit, stunning pool area, the ground staff work hard to give customers the best service, Game drives are educational and the

This lodge is a must-visit, stunning pool area, the ground staff work hard to give customers the best service, Game drives are educational and the best, we spotted all the big 5. Eddie and Michael are the best rangers. Food is super delicious.

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Specifically designed to leave the smallest possible foot-print in this pristine wilderness, the 150 en-suite luxury tented suites are tastefully decorated to provide comfort and an authentic African bush ambiance. Your timber and canvas suite overlooks the bush and you can enjoy the rare privilege of a (completely private) outdoor shower under the wide African sky.

Each suite has an outdoor deck area with bush views, perfect for morning coffee or an evening sun-downer. For your comfort, each room has a mosquito net and air-conditioning. Some of the suites are suitable for guests with limited mobility – please enquire when booking.

When in Africa, dine like an African! The camp serves three delicious meals a day with an emphasis on serving hearty South African fare including an excellent selection of premium South African wines. You will start your day with a buffet breakfast, enjoy lunch from the a la carte menu and then round off your day with a buffet dinner in the restaurant or a traditional bush barbecue (braai) around an outdoor log fire in our Boma.

If you are going on an all-day or half-day game drive you can request a packed lunch. The restaurant and bar overlook a water hole with resident hippos to entertain you while you relax and absorb the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.

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Loved the buffet style breakfast, first time travelling with my kids (17, 11 and 2) they loved then place. We enjoyed the swimming pool and my kids loved the dinner too.

The tents were clean and well organised. We absolutely loved the pool, it was sparkling clean and at great proximity to the park, so we spot elephants while at the pool. Nkambeni was amazing.

Enjoyed the quiet surroundings. The staff were super helpful, even surprising us with an anniversary song and fruit platter.

Nkambeni Safari Camp is undeniably the perfect fit for those looking to experience the wonders of Kruger Park. Located at the southern border of the park, the camp offers comfortable accommodations and convenient access to the park's many attractions, making it an ideal choice for visitors seeking an unforgettable safari experience in one of Africa's most renowned wildlife reserves.

The serene location inside the Kruger Park the unique and unforgettable experience that allows you to be surrounded by nature and wildlife, while also enjoying comfortable accommodations and excellent hospitality. The combination of being in the heart of Kruger National Park and having the opportunity to go on safari drives and witness animals up close is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that creates lasting memories.

It was very nice , comfortable and private . Really enjoyed my stay

Excellent and professional staff. Very friendly and welcoming.

Super location just outside the Kruger park. Friendly staff. Lovely breakfast and dinner. Good value for money. Comfy beds with good quality linen.

The breakfast was great. Dinner buffet was incredible. We extended our stay by 2 nights. The staff were so friendly. The tents were inviting and comfortable. We loved the outside showers- although the newer tents will not have these! The pool was huge and overlooked the Hippo family. We woke up to elephants and water buffalo roaming around the other side of the fence.

The breakfast had a wide range and was great, the place and the staff was very welcoming and great

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Nkambeni Safari Camp located in Kruger National Park features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a bar and garden in Hazyview. Featuring a terrace, the property has air-conditioned, family rooms with a private bathroom. All guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Each unit is an individual canvas suites feature their own private deck, view of the bush, mosquito nets and an ensuite shower. A continental breakfast is available daily at Nkambeni Safari Camp. Authentic South African Bush Dinner options are available. Sabie River is 24 km from the accommodation, while Numbi Gate is 3.4 km away. The nearest airport is Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, 43 km from Nkambeni Safari Camp.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Outdoor swimming pool
Free parking
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Very good breakfast

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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

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Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free parking available on-site

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Restaurants 1 restaurant on site.

Open for Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Ambiance Family friendly • Traditional

Facilities of Nkambeni Safari Camp Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

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Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Wardrobe or closet
Garden view
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Electric kettle
Socket near the bed
Live sport events (broadcast)
Live music/performance Additional charge
Cooking class
Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
Walking tours Additional charge
Game drives Additional charge
Seating Area
Coffee house on site
Wine/champagne Additional charge
Kid-friendly buffet
Kid meals Additional charge
Special diet menus (on request)
Tea/Coffee maker
Street parking
Accessible parking
Daily housekeeping
Wake-up service
Packed lunches
Ironing service Additional charge
Laundry Additional charge
Fire extinguishers
CCTV in common areas
24-hour security
Designated smoking area
Air conditioning
Mosquito net
Private entrance
Entire unit located on ground floor
Open all year
Pool with view
Shallow end
Pool/beach towels
Sun loungers or beach chairs

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From 14:00 to 17:00

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Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash is not accepted Bankcard Nkambeni Safari Camp accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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Walking tours
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Tour or class about local culture
Swimming Pool
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How far is Nkambeni Safari Camp from the centre of Hazyview?

Nkambeni Safari Camp is 7.5 miles from the centre of Hazyview. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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Check-in at Nkambeni Safari Camp is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

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Does Nkambeni Safari Camp have a pool?

Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

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Guests staying at Nkambeni Safari Camp can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

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ABOUT NKAMBENI SAFARI CAMP

Nestled in the heart of “Big Five Country” on the western boundary of the Kruger National Park , close to the Numbi Gate, lies the Nkambeni Tented Safari Camp . The lodge is a four-hour drive away from Johannesburg and was conceived by the Nkambeni Community in an effort to create jobs for the local people. Nkambeni has 150 comfortable three-star units, with individual en-suite canvas suites and private decks. The principles of responsible and community-conscious tourism are reflected in suites designed and constructed to guarantee a minimum impact on the natural habitat.

Guests are treated to authentic South African bush dinners under the stars, around an open fire, or à la carte in the restaurant. There is a delicious breakfast buffet, an à la carte lunch menu and set menus for functions.

Nkambeni Safari Camp has one well-equipped conference venue available, which can accommodate up to 100 guests.

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NKAMBENI SAFARI CAMP ROOMS

Permanent ensuite canvas and timber suites with private decks.

LUXURY TENTED SUITE

Standard tented suite, luxury tents.

All tents can accommodate 2 people only, every tent is equipped with two twin beds, tea and coffee station, Mini fridge, Air conditioner that can turn to heater, Indoor showers and a deck outside with a sitting area.

Kindly NOTE that these tents do not have outdoor showers.

STANDARD TENTS

All units can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children under 12. Every unit is equipped with two twin beds and 2 bunker beds. Coffee and tea station. Indoor and outdoor showers. Deck with sitting area.

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GAME DRIVES

Half or full-day safaris in the Kruger National Park are available, in specially designed vehicles that allow closer interaction with wildlife. Picnic lunches from the restaurant can be packed on request. Self-drive options are also available to guests.

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NKAMBENI SAFARI CAMP DETAILS

139 Numbi Road, Kruger National Park, 1350

+27 (0)13 590 1011 |+27 (0)71 535 1598

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Arrival after Kruger Gate closure times will incur a SANPARKS late entry permit fee of R500 per vehicle. Please consult the below schedule for the relevant gate closure time for your date of travel:

Arrival after 8pm will incur an additional escort fee of R500 per vehicle on top of the late entry permit fee
Gate times available on directions sheet and Sanparks website https://www.sanparks.org/parks/kruger/get_there/gates.php
Check in time is from 14h00
Check out time is 10h00 on the day of departure
Late departures, subject to availability, shall be charged at lodge’s discretion
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" No safe in tent so keep passports etc locked in case. Security was very good though "

" It’s worth going to see what secret surprise the lawn chairs are setup to have a view of 😉, it’s really well worth the look. "

" If you're going on the game drive, bring binoculars. Make sure to also bring a South Africa plug adapter. "

" The camp is a real Safari Camp. Nice but Numbi Gate ist to far from everything "

" Very far from the main sightings min 1.5 hour drive. If you coming to relax then this is ideal except for when the trains go past "

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Nkambeni Safari Camp

Location of Nkambeni Safari Camp

Nkambeni Safari Camp is a large 3-star safari camp that is situated within the borders of the Kruger Park on an 11 500-hectare private traversing area on the South-western side of the Kruger National Park and is just a short distance from its sister lodge Buffalo Rock Tented Camp .

We first noticed the Nkambeni sign between the Numbi park gate and the tourist control point in December 2015 and wanted to find out more but forgot about it and then in December 2016 we again saw the sign so this time we photographed it and did stay at the lodge. We are so glad we did as this camp is a secret gem!

Many people that come to Nkambeni think they are outside the Kruger National park, but this is not the case. Nkambeni Safari Camp is on a concession owned by the Nkambeni community and lies between the main entrance gates of Numbi and Phabeni and stretches past Shabeni koppie near Pretoriuskop camp. The whole property is inside the Kruger National Park and includes the S3 and S7 dust roads.

According to the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development & Tourism, "Nkambeni Lodge remains one of the best examples of the Community Tourism Projects in South Africa, as it is contributing tremendously to job creation and poverty alleviation in the nearby communities."

About Nkambeni Safari Camp

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp is part of 'The Big Five Collection', four safari lodges (Nkambeni Safari Camp, Buffalo Rock Tented Camp, Shalati Safari Camp, Boulders Safari Lodge) and Echo Africa Safaris.

We were warmly welcomed by our hosts, Chris and Christelle - a father and daughter management team. Christelle showed us round the Safari camp and happily answered all of our questions about the area.

The lodge is fenced, so after entering the lodge gate you travel down a short gravel road to the main lodge building. The large wood and canvas building is home to the reception area, a large, cozy lounge, bar, dining-room and curio shop.

The lounge and dining-room areas have open canvas sides giving you wonderful unobstructed views over the garden and into the park.

Nkambeni Safari Camp specializes in catering for large tour groups, but Mario and I felt quit at home and found the buzz of the tour groups very refreshing.

A lovely curio shop run by Elna is next to reception; there you will find loads of interesting curios and knick-knacks.

The inviting swimming pool overlooks a dam where you will often see hippos and other wildlife coming down to drink - we got to see the hippos both in the water and grazing on the bank, elephant, zebras, waterbuck and some Impala.

Food & Drink

The cozy licensed bar and lounge provides a great place to catch up on the day’s activities.

The spacious dining area overlooks the swimming pool and Kruger National Park; buffet style breakfasts and dinners are served plus an a-la-carte lunch menu.

We had 3 wonderful breakfasts with so much to choose from; fresh fruit, yogurts, fruit juice, cereal, a hot porridge, toast, muffins and croissants and then there was the hot breakfast- eggs of your choice, bacon, sausage, baked beans with a twist, savory mince and hash browns.

Our carvery buffet dinners were a lovely treat in the romantic restaurant. We had a wide selection of salads, cold meats, veggies, soups, roasts, curry and rice or stews. There are even vegetarian dishes, so everyone is catered for.

There are two bomas – a small and large one depending on the group size.

And bush braais are done under the African stars at a secret place somewhere in the magical bush!

Our a-la-carte lunches were just as good, if we wanted something that was not on the menu the friendly staff members would offer to make it for us…wow what service! All our meals were delicious.

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Accommodation

146 beautifully appointed luxury timber and canvas suites are designed for minimum impact on nature and blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings.

Each tented suite has an air-con, mosquito nests and a tea and coffee station, with en-suite bathrooms and an indoor plus outdoor shower. (Some 5-star lodges don’t even offer this choice of in-door and out-door showers)!

A small wooden deck on each tent is a lovely place to relax during the day with views either into the park or the lovely garden. We stayed in tent number 7 and had great open view of the bush.

Nkambemi has a camp site with ablutions, a bar and cooking facilities for the Overlanders.

There are 6 tents on stilts with en suite bathrooms situated along the fence looking into the bush and another 6 tents with en-suite bathroom near the camp site.

Activities at and from Nkambeni Safari Camp

Guided game walks and morning, afternoon and night drives with knowledgeable field guides are on offer.

The field guides are provided by Echo Africa Safaris, which is the biggest OSV (Open Safari Vehicle) operator in the Kruger Park and the guides that we experienced were very good.

You can do a self-drive and because it is so close to Numbi gate there is no queuing, so great for photographers to get a head start to the day!

We went on two guided game drives and one self-drive safari.

Other activities in the nearby areas are the Panorama route; God’s window and Pilgrim’s Rest, White water rafting, Chimp Eden, Golf and Horse riding.

When staying at Nkambeni Safari Camp, you get access to spots and times that normal park visitors don’t get. You can go to Shabeni Koppie and visit Mtshawu Dam for spectacular sunsets while day visitors must be out the park by sunset and visitors staying in Pretorouskop Restcamp have to be back in camp by sunset.

Shabeni Koppie

Mtshawu Dam

If you are looking for a little gem and don’t want to spend a fortune, then Nkambeni Safari Tented Camp is the perfect place for you. Thank you to Chris, Christelle, Elna and their wonderful team; we look forward to seeing you all again!

Some of our other Sightings

These three cheetahs were on a small flat rock at the junction of the S3 and S7 dirt roads ('x' on the map at the top of this page). We had always wished to find one of the big cats on this rock and here they were!

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Introduction.

Nkambeni Camp is a co-operative sustainable tourism initiative located on land belonging to the Nkambeni community, located within the boundaries of the Kruger National Park. The camp is just minutes from the Numbi Gate which means access is quick and easy. The camp has 150 comfortable tented suites, all of which have en-suite indoor/outdoor bathrooms and private outdoor decks overlooking the bush.

PLEASE NOTE:

Due to the recent update to the curfew times by the President, please see below temporary times:

Breakfast: 05h30 am till 09h00 am Lunch: 12h00 pm till 15h00 pm Dinner: 17h30 pm till 19h30 pm (Staff need to clean and leave by 20h00 pm in order to be in their residence by 21h00 pm)

Sundowners: 15h00 pm till 18h30 pm

Reception operating times: 07h00 am till 19h30 pm

Late arrivals: guests will be assisted up until 20h00 pm, unfortunately we are unable to fetch anyone from the gate after 20h00 pm

A large dining area overlooking the Kruger National Park which offers a la carte as well as buffet meals
A fully licensed bar area
A lounge area where you can enjoy a sundowner with your friends and family
A large swimming pool and leisure area overlooking a dam where Hippo and other wildlife can be seen
A Large Boma for evening braais, ideal for larger groups and / or functions
Smaller Boma area for more intimate groups
Typical African entertainment can be arranged on request such as traditional dancers, Marimbas, etc.
An African curio shop
Overlander facilities and ablutions for overlander stay over’s
Morning, afternoon and full day Safari Game Drives
Sundowner/Night Game Drives
Bush Braai dinner and lunches on the traversing area in the Kruger National Park
Bush Walks on Nkambeni’s private concession in the Kruger National Park
Traditional African entertainment, such as traditional dancers, Marimbas and gumboot dancing.
Traditional South African dinner buffets
Excursions to our community projects, which include community schools, feeding schemes, bore holes, and food gardens
Anti Rhino-poaching talks

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N k amb eni Safari Camp in Kru ger National Park is an amazing destination for a saf ari adventure .

Sit uated in the heart of the South African bush ve ld , N k amb eni Safari Camp offers a unique and authentic African saf ari experience . From the moment you arrive at the camp , you are transported to a different world , with its breathtaking views , incredible wildlife and friendly staff . N k amb eni Safari Camp is the perfect place to relax and experience the beauty of the African bush . Whether you are looking for an exciting game drive or an intimate bush dinner , the N k amb eni Safari Camp will provide you with a memorable experience .

Accommodation

The 150 en-suite luxury tented suites of this pristine wilderness have been specifically designed with minimal environmental impact. The tastefully decorated suites provide a comfortable and authentic African bush atmosphere, with each suite boasting a private outdoor shower and a timber and canvas construction to overlook the surrounding bush.

Each room is equipped with a mosquito net, air-conditioning, and an outdoor deck area to enjoy your morning coffee or an evening sun-downer. Furthermore, some of the suites are suitable for guests with limited mobility.

Nkambeni Camp offers a wide variety of facilities to ensure that all our guests can enjoy an authentic African wilderness experience.

These include

A large dining area overlooking the Kruger National Park that offers A la carte as well as buffet meals
A fully licensed bar area
A lounge area where you can enjoy a sundowner with your friends and family
A large swimming pool and leisure area overlooking a water hole frequented by hippo and other wildlife
A Large Boma for evening braais (barbecues), ideal for larger groups and / or functions
Smaller Boma area for more intimate groups
Typical African entertainment can be arranged on request such as traditional dancers, Marimbas, etc.
An African curio shop
Overlander facilities and ablutions for overlander stay-overs
Wi-Fi access in the public areas

You will start your day with a buffet breakfast, enjoy lunch from the a la carte menu and then round off your day with a buffet dinner in the restaurant or a traditional bush barbecue (braai) around an outdoor log fire in our Boma.

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Moscow’s nightlife scene is thriving, and arguably one of the best the world has to offer – top-notch Russian women, coupled with a never-ending list of venues, Moscow has a little bit of something for everyone’s taste. Moscow nightlife is not for the faint of heart – and if you’re coming, you better be ready to go Friday and Saturday night into the early morning.

This comprehensive guide to Moscow nightlife will run you through the nuts and bolts of all you need to know about Moscow’s nightclubs and give you a solid blueprint to operate with during your time in Moscow.

What you need to know before hitting Moscow nightclubs

Prices in moscow nightlife.

Before you head out and start gaming all the sexy Moscow girls , we have to talk money first. Bring plenty because in Moscow you can never bring a big enough bankroll. Remember, you’re the man so making a fuzz of not paying a drink here or there will not go down well.

Luckily most Moscow clubs don’t do cover fees. Some electro clubs will charge 15-20$, depending on their lineup. There’s the odd club with a minimum spend of 20-30$, which you’ll drop on drinks easily. By and large, you can scope out the venues for free, which is a big plus.

Bottle service is a great deal in Moscow. At top-tier clubs, it starts at 1,000$. That’ll go a long way with premium vodka at 250$, especially if you have three or four guys chipping in. Not to mention that it’s a massive status boost for getting girls, especially at high-end clubs.

Without bottle service, you should estimate a budget of 100-150$ per night. That is if you drink a lot and hit the top clubs with the hottest girls. Scale down for less alcohol and more basic places.

Dress code & Face control

Door policy in Moscow is called “face control” and it’s always the guy behind the two gorillas that gives the green light if you’re in or out.

In Moscow nightlife there’s only one rule when it comes to dress codes:

You can never be underdressed.

People dress A LOT sharper than, say, in the US and that goes for both sexes. For high-end clubs, you definitely want to roll with a sharp blazer and a pocket square, not to mention dress shoes in tip-top condition. Those are the minimum requirements to level the playing field vis a vis with other sharply dressed guys that have a lot more money than you do. Unless you plan to hit explicit electro or underground clubs, which have their own dress code, you are always on the money with that style.

Getting in a Moscow club isn’t as hard as it seems: dress sharp, speak English at the door and look like you’re in the mood to spend all that money that you supposedly have (even if you don’t). That will open almost any door in Moscow’s nightlife for you.

Types of Moscow Nightclubs

In Moscow there are four types of clubs with the accompanying female clientele:

High-end clubs:

These are often crossovers between restaurants and clubs with lots of tables and very little space to dance. Heavy accent on bottle service most of the time but you can work the room from the bar as well. The hottest and most expensive girls in Moscow go there. Bring deep pockets and lots of self-confidence and you have a shot at swooping them.

Regular Mid-level clubs:

They probably resemble more what you’re used to in a nightclub: big dancefloors, stages and more space to roam around. Bottle service will make you stand out more but you can also do well without. You can find all types of girls but most will be in the 6-8 range. Your targets should always be the girls drinking and ideally in pairs. It’s impossible not to swoop if your game is at least half-decent.

Basic clubs/dive bars:

Usually spots with very cheap booze and lax face control. If you’re dressed too sharp and speak no Russian, you might attract the wrong type of attention so be vigilant. If you know the local scene you can swoop 6s and 7s almost at will. Usually students and girls from the suburbs.

Electro/underground clubs:

Home of the hipsters and creatives. Parties there don’t mean meeting girls and getting drunk but doing pills and spacing out to the music. Lots of attractive hipster girls if that is your niche. That is its own scene with a different dress code as well.

What time to go out in Moscow

Moscow nightlife starts late. Don’t show up at bars and preparty spots before 11pm because you’ll feel fairly alone. Peak time is between 1am and 3am. That is also the time of Moscow nightlife’s biggest nuisance: concerts by artists you won’t know and who only distract your girls from drinking and being gamed. From 4am to 6am the regular clubs are emptying out but plenty of people, women included, still hit up one of the many afterparty clubs. Those last till well past 10am.

As far as days go: Fridays and Saturdays are peak days. Thursday is an OK day, all other days are fairly weak and you have to know the right venues.

The Ultimate Moscow Nightclub List

Short disclaimer: I didn’t add basic and electro clubs since you’re coming for the girls, not for the music. This list will give you more options than you’ll be able to handle on a weekend.

Preparty – start here at 11PM

Classic restaurant club with lots of tables and a smallish bar and dancefloor. Come here between 11pm and 12am when the concert is over and they start with the actual party. Even early in the night tons of sexy women here, who lean slightly older (25 and up).

The second floor of the Ugolek restaurant is an extra bar with dim lights and house music tunes. Very small and cozy with a slight hipster vibe but generally draws plenty of attractive women too. A bit slower vibe than Valenok.

Very cool, spread-out venue that has a modern library theme. Not always full with people but when it is, it’s brimming with top-tier women. Slow vibe here and better for grabbing contacts and moving on.

High-end: err on the side of being too early rather than too late because of face control.

Secret Room

Probably the top venue at the moment in Moscow . Very small but wildly popular club, which is crammed with tables but always packed. They do parties on Thursdays and Sundays as well. This club has a hip-hop/high-end theme, meaning most girls are gold diggers, IG models, and tattooed hip hop chicks. Very unfavorable logistics because there is almost no room no move inside the club but the party vibe makes it worth it. Strict face control.

Close to Secret Room and with a much more favorable and spacious three-part layout. This place attracts very hot women but also lots of ball busters and fakes that will leave you blue-balled. Come early because after 4am it starts getting empty fast. Electronic music.

A slightly kitsch restaurant club that plays Russian pop and is full of gold diggers, semi-pros, and men from the Caucasus republics. Thursday is the strongest night but that dynamic might be changing since Secret Room opened its doors. You can swoop here but it will be a struggle.

Mid-level: your sweet spot in terms of ease and attractiveness of girls for an average budget.

Started going downwards in 2018 due to lax face control and this might get even worse with the World Cup. In terms of layout one of the best Moscow nightclubs because it’s very big and bottle service gives you a good edge here. Still attracts lots of cute girls with loose morals but plenty of provincial girls (and guys) as well. Swooping is fairly easy here.

I haven’t been at this place in over a year, ever since it started becoming ground zero for drunken teenagers. Similar clientele to Icon but less chic, younger and drunker. Decent mainstream music that attracts plenty of tourists. Girls are easy here as well.

Sort of a Coyote Ugly (the real one in Moscow sucks) with party music and lots of drunken people licking each others’ faces. Very entertaining with the right amount of alcohol and very easy to pull in there. Don’t think about staying sober in here, you’ll hate it.

Artel Bessonitsa/Shakti Terrace

Electronic music club that is sort of a high-end place with an underground clientele and located between the teenager clubs Icon and Gipsy. Very good music but a bit all over the place with their vibe and their branding. You can swoop almost any type of girl here from high-heeled beauty to coked-up hipsters, provided they’re not too sober.

Afterparty: if by 5AM you haven’t pulled, it’s time to move here.

Best afterparty spot in terms of trying to get girls. Pretty much no one is sober in there and savage gorilla game goes a long way. Lots of very hot and slutty-looking girls but it can be hard to tell apart who is looking for dick and who is just on drugs but not interested. If by 9-10am you haven’t pulled, it is probably better to surrender.

The hipster alternative for afterparties, where even more drugs are in play. Plenty of attractive girls there but you have to know how to work this type of club. A nicer atmosphere and better music but if you’re desperate to pull, you’ll probably go to Miks.

Weekday jokers: if you’re on the hunt for some sexy Russian girls during the week, here are two tips to make your life easier.

Chesterfield

Ladies night on Wednesdays means this place gets pretty packed with smashed teenagers and 6s and 7s. Don’t pull out the three-piece suit in here because it’s a “simpler” crowd. Definitely your best shot on Wednesdays.

If you haven’t pulled at Chesterfield, you can throw a Hail Mary and hit up Garage’s Black Music Wednesdays. Fills up really late but there are some cute Black Music groupies in here. Very small club. Thursday through Saturday they do afterparties and you have an excellent shot and swooping girls that are probably high.

Shishas Sferum

This is pretty much your only shot on Mondays and Tuesdays because they offer free or almost free drinks for women. A fairly low-class club where you should watch your drinks. As always the case in Moscow, there will be cute girls here on any day of the week but it’s nowhere near as good as on the weekend.

In a nutshell, that is all you need to know about where to meet Moscow girls in nightlife. There are tons of options, and it all depends on what best fits your style, based on the type of girls that you’re looking for.