Starting from R5 550.00
- 6 LUXURY SUITES
- INFINITY POOL
- CHILDREN 8 +
- OPEN-AIR BOMA
- TWICE-DAILY GUIDED GAME DRIVES
- OLIFANTS WEST PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE
Your front-row seat to the untamed greater kruger.
Nambu Camp is an authentic family-owned safari lodge where luxury and the wilderness meet. Perched on the slopes of an old anthill in the undulating Big 5 Olifants West Nature Reserve, this boutique hilltop lodge offers sweeping views all the way to the Drakensberg mountains and a front-row seat to the untamed wilderness below.
Lovingly shaped through decades of care by the Drinkwater family, Nambu feels like coming home to the wild. Everything has been thoughtfully designed with nature in mind. From the relaxation spaces scattered throughout the lodge to every detail within the rooms. Nambu Camp is a soulful safari destination – ideal for travellers seeking an intimate lodge experience, immersive game viewing, and the comfort of being welcomed like family in the Greater Kruger.
Nambu Camp at a Glance
Rates
2026 | Full Board
From
R5 550.00
per person sharing per night
1 January 2026 – 31 December 2026
Location
Located in the big five Olifants West Nature Reserve in the heart of the Greater Kruger, 16.2 km outside of Hoedspruit. The Eastgate Airport is a short 45-minute drive away, making it easily accessible for fly-in guests, while many might choose to self-drive from Johannesburg, which is a scenic 5-hour drive away.
Lodge & Rooms
Perched on the gentle slope of an old anthill in the heart of the Big Five Olifants West Nature Reserve, this intimate hilltop lodge overlooks a seasonal riverbed and vast stretches of untouched bush, offering sweeping views to the Drakensberg Mountains and a front-row seat to the rhythms of the wild below.
The luxury suites are thoughtfully appointed with air-conditioning, plush king-sized beds, ensuite bathrooms, USB/USBC charging ports, and views that connect you to the wilderness beyond. Natural tones, local textures, and modern finishes bring a sense of safari chic to each space.
Wildlife
Nambu Camp lies in the heart of Olifants West Nature Reserve, open to Kruger National Park and home to the Big Five. Overlooking a dry riverbed, waterhole, and natural springs, the camp attracts a variety of wildlife. The rolling landscape offers excellent game-viewing, with the Olifants River nearby drawing hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. Highlights include sightings of Pel’s fishing owl, kingfishers, and a resident tawny eagle’s nest right at camp.
Facilities / Amenities
- Six luxury chalets equipped with private patios
- Air-conditioning in all chalets
- Framed scenic views from the upper deck
- Open-air viewing platform
- Tiled swimming pool with waterhole views
- Sun loungers and occasional chairs around the poolside
- Lower level deck area has three new seating areas
- Boma area
- Fireplace in main area
- Daily turndown service / laundry available upon request
- Wi-Fi available at the lodge
Activities
- Morning: 3-hour game drive with coffee stop
- Afternoon: 3-hour game drive with sundowner stop
A typical day at Nambu Camp
Each morning begins with a morning wake-up call, coffee and a game drive in the Olifants West Nature Reserve.
05:00
Wake up call, followed by quick coffee & rusks
05:30
Depart for morning game drive with coffee and snack stop
09:00
Return to camp and enjoy a light breakfast overlooking the riverbed
13:00
Head down to the lodge here brunch is served
16:00
Quick high tea with coffee and tea
16:30
Depart for afternoon game drive with sundowners
19:00
Return to camp and enjoy a 2-course dinner