Kruger Park & Surrounding Area · South Africa
Nambu Camp
Safari Lodge · 6 rooms
Nambu Camp, nestled within the Big 5 Olifants West Nature Reserve in the heart of the Greater Kruger, offers a simple yet stylish bushveld hideaway. This unique lodge, passed down through generations of the Drinkwater family, takes its name from the IsiThonga word for "river," reflecting its close ties to the flowing Olifants River. Guests can witness tawny eagles soaring above and herds of elephants drinking below from the hilltop lodge.
The camp features six luxury chalets, with four offering wilderness views and two providing serene garden vistas. Nambu Camp provides two daily game drives, maximizing opportunities for wildlife sightings during the magical hours of first and last light. Exceptional hospitality is a cornerstone of the Nambu experience, from refreshing poolside relaxation and avid birdwatching on the vast viewing platform to delightful mid-day brunches and sundowner stops with snacks.
Highlights
- Free-roaming Big 5 encounters
- Infinity pool with magnificent views
- Daily game drives during prime wildlife viewing hours
- Six luxury chalets with wilderness or garden views
- Located in the Big 5 Olifants West Nature Reserve
Why we love it
- Family-owned for almost 40 years, offering a personal touch
- Direct ties to the Olifants River, attracting diverse wildlife
- Exceptional hospitality with personalized touches like morning coffee stops and sundowners
- Secluded hilltop location providing magnificent views and predator encounters
- Authentic bush camp experience within a preserved wildlife area
Facilities
- · Six luxury chalets (4 wilderness view, 2 garden view)
- · Infinity pool
- · Vast viewing platform
- · Main camp for brunch and relaxation
- · Game drive vehicles
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