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Abelana Safari Camp

An intimate camp, welcoming bookings for 2 to 8 guests in 4 luxury, ensuite tents with a minimum 2-night stay.

Safari Camp features a spectacular viewing deck and a well-appointed, tented lounge and dining area where guests can relax, eat, and connect with one another.

Spectacular Views from the Safari Camp Viewing Deck

The Viewing Deck overlooks a wildlife watering-hole below and offers spectacular views of the 15,000ha Abelana Game Reserve adjacent to the Kruger National Park. 

The Meru-style tents are simple yet comfortable and well-appointed, offering an authentic safari experience. The tents are all equipped with beds offering a twin or king size configuration with lighting provided by solar power.

Abelana Game Reserve Safari Camp Luxury Tent Bedroom
Abelana Game Reserve Safari Camp Sundowners on the viewing deck

Various dining experiences are offered at the fully catered Camp. This makes dining at Abelana Safari Camp a sensory experience as guests watch life unfold outside.

The Abelana Safari Camp treats guests to an encompassing safari adventure. Mornings begin with a walk giving nature lovers an opportunity to get close encounters to the fauna and flora that inhabit this exquisite part of our reserve. Days are topped with a game drive in the 15,000 ha Abelana Game Reserve. 

Abelana Game Reserve Safari Camp Walking Safari
Abelana Game Reserve Mess Area

The camp has a large tented mess and lounge area with an honour bar system and a range of reference books. There is a charging station for camera batteries and phones. WiFi is not available due to the remote location.

INTIMATE SAFARI CAMP

Abelana Safari Camp now welcomes bookings for groups ranging from 2 to 8 guests, with a minimum stay of 2 nights. Enjoy a flexible booking schedule that suits your plans, allowing you to immerse yourself in the safari experience any day of the week.

We offer Safari Camp as a walking trails camp with morning walks and afternoon game drives at
R2,875.00 per person per night. Includes 3 Meals and 2 Game Activities. 
Minimum 2 night stay and minimum 2 guests per stay.

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Additional Information

Arrival/Departure

As guest vehicles are not permitted to drive on the reserve it is important that you plan your trip to arrive at the relevant gate at or close to specific times. This is particularly important to ensure that you can participate in all safari activities on the day of your arrival.

Arrival/Check in time: 14h00
Departure/Check out time: 11h00

What to Bring

A range of clothing in neutral colours such as khaki, green or brown, including shorts and T-shirts, a pair of long trousers and long sleeve shirts, comfortable, closed walking shoes (for bush walks and in winter when it is cooler in the mornings and evenings), sandals or flip flops and swimming costumes. A hat is essential. Bright colours that stand out are inadvisable.

A jacket and jersey/fleece are necessary on cold days and particularly in the colder winter months from May to September.

Other useful items to bring on safari include a small torch with batteries, sunscreen, insect repellent, cameras, binoculars and any personal medication. The camp does have a basic first aid kit.

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Safety and Health

Abelana is a relatively low risk malaria area and malaria is a treatable disease, but as a precaution guests are strongly advised to consult with a doctor prior to travel to establish what malaria medication to take and when to commence any course.

Guests are requested to ensure they have adequate travel insurance to cover emergencies, cancellations, evacuation and hospitalisation as well as loss of any personal items.

Abelana is a remote area with potentially dangerous wild animals present. This is part of its attraction. All safaris are led by expert armed guides with experience in conducting these activities. It must however be noted that all activities are conducted at own risk and travel and medical insurance is advised.

Temporary Closure Notice

Due to the exceptional rainfall experienced across the greater Kruger National Park region over the past weeks and the devastating flooding of the region, we have had to extend the closure of Abelana River Lodge until 31st Oct 2026.

Abelana Safari Camp opening dates might well be sooner but we will keep our trade partners updated to a re-opening date.