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LUXURY
SAFARI LODGE
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Karongwe
Private Game Reserve
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near
Kruger National Park
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South
Africa
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| Kuname
River 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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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.
A tactile occasion.
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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
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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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
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. |
| 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. |
| Directions
from Johannesburg, South Africa.
Drive
onto the N4 towards Nelspruit
Travel
past Witbank and Middelburg on the N4
Take
the R540 turnoff to Belfast
Continue
through Belfast and Dullstroom to Lydenburg
Take
the R36 North to Ohrigstad
Carry
on the R36 through Abel Erasmus Pass and Strijdom tunnel
Turn
left on the R36 towards Tzaneen
After
22km on the right hand side you will see a sign to Kuname River Lodge
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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