1. Where is Chisomo Safari Camp located?

Chisomo Safari Camp is situated in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve, which borders the Greater Kruger area in South Africa’s Limpopo Province. The nearest airport is Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport, roughly an hour away by road.

2.What kind of accommodation can I expect?

You'll stay in a luxury tented suite built on raised wooden decks, offering an authentic safari atmosphere with the comfort of a private bathroom, cozy bedding, and views of the surrounding bush or riverbed.

3.Are game drives included in the safari?

Yes. The package includes two guided game drives per day (morning and afternoon) in open safari vehicles, led by experienced rangers and local Shangaan trackers.

4.What animals might I see?

Karongwe is home to the Big 5—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—as well as cheetah, hyena, giraffe, zebra, antelope, and a wide variety of birds and smaller wildlife.

5.Are meals included?

Yes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all included in your stay. Meals are typically served in the dining area, open deck, or outdoors under the stars, depending on weather and the lodge schedule.

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Included/Exclude

Includes

33 nights’ accommodation in a tented suite with en-suite bathroom
Daily game drives (2 per day)
All meals and select non-alcoholic drinks
Use of lodge facilities (lounge, bar, viewing decks, and pool
Transfers from/to Hoedspruit Airport (on request)

Excludes

Karongwe conservation and gate fees
Premium alcoholic beverages and optional spa treatments
Travel insurance, personal expenses, and gratuities

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Settle into the heart of the African bush with this 4-day safari adventure at Chisomo Safari Camp, a luxury tented retreat within the scenic Karongwe Private Game Reserve, bordering Greater Kruger. Perfect for couples, honeymooners, or wildlife lovers, this immersive experience combines comfort, thrilling wildlife encounters, and personal service.

Enjoy the charm of sleeping in a canvas-and-thatch tented suite, elevated on wooden decks with views of the riverbed or surrounding wilderness. Twice-daily game drives with expert rangers and trackers bring you up close to the Big 5 and an abundance of other wildlife in a tranquil, uncrowded setting.

Tour Highlights

3 nights at the elegant Chisomo Safari Camp in a tented luxury suite
Morning and evening game drives in open safari vehicles
Guided by professional rangers and Shangaan trackers
All meals included – breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Optional guided bush walks and spa services available

Tour Plan

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Escape to the unspoiled wilderness of the Karongwe Private Game Reserve with this luxurious 4-day safari experience at Chisomo Safari Camp. Blending the charm of classic tented accommodation with modern comforts, this journey offers close-up encounters with Africa’s most iconic wildlife in a private and peaceful setting.

Your adventure begins with a transfer to the lodge (if required) and a warm welcome at Chisomo’s elevated camp overlooking the riverbed. The lodge’s tranquil environment is the perfect base for twice-daily open-vehicle game drives, led by expert guides and Shangaan trackers who will help you discover the Big 5 and much more.

Day 1 :

Arrival & Sunset Game Drive

Arrive at Hoedspruit Airport (or self-drive to the lodge)

Warm welcome at Chisomo Safari Camp, followed by check-in to your luxury tented suite

Enjoy light refreshments and settle into your bush surroundings

In the afternoon, depart on your first open-vehicle game drive led by a professional ranger and Shangaan tracker

Return to camp for a three-course dinner under the stars

Overnight in a luxury tented suite at Chisomo Safari Camp

Day 2 :

Overnight in a luxury tented suite at Chisomo Safari Camp

Wake early for coffee/tea and rusks, then set off on a sunrise game drive

Spot wildlife like elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and more as the bush comes alive

Return to camp for a hearty breakfast, then enjoy leisure time—relax at the pool or book a spa treatment

Lunch is served at camp

Head out again in the late afternoon for another safari drive, with opportunities to see predators on the move

Return at dusk, freshen up, and enjoy a delicious dinner

Overnight at Chisomo Safari Camp

Day 03 :

Wildlife & Relaxation

Early morning game drive with your guide and tracker
Breakfast served back at the lodge
Optional bush walk (subject to availability) or enjoy your day relaxing with scenic views
Lunch and afternoon rest, followed by your final evening game drive
Dinner is served in the boma or lodge dining area
Overnight at Chisomo Safari Camp