Kirkman’s Kamp is recognised for its long Sabi Sand heritage, family-friendly atmosphere and refreshed homestead character. Its appeal lies in old-world safari charm, strong private-reserve game viewing and a more accessible rhythm than the collection’s most private river lodges.
Kirkman’s Kamp sits in Tengile Game Reserve within the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, sharing an unfenced boundary with Kruger National Park. The camp is surrounded by 10,500 hectares of traversing wilderness and sits close to the Sand River, with Skukuza Airport approximately 15 minutes away by road transfer.
From the UK, access is usually via Johannesburg or Cape Town, followed by a scheduled flight, road transfer or charter depending on the reserve.
South Africa is generally one of the easiest safari countries logistically, especially for families and first-time travellers.
Kirkman’s Kamp has 10 air-conditioned cottages and a family cottage configuration, all designed around the feel of a refreshed old farmstead with Sand River views below.
10 x Cottages
Approximately 34m², with private verandah, indoor shower, air conditioning, personal bar and coffee station. Two guests per cottage.
1 x Family Cottage
Two interconnected cottages with an interleading doorway, suited to two adults and two children while preserving privacy.
+ Twice-daily game drives in open safari vehicles
+ Guided nature walks where age, weather and conditions allow
+ Sand River / Greater Kruger private reserve setting
+ All meals and most drinks included, excluding premium wines and French champagne
+ Laundry service
+ Wi-Fi access
+ Swimming pool
+ Safari shop
+ Road transfers to and from the relevant airstrip included
+ Tennis
+ Lawn games including boules, pétanque or croquet
+ Gym and wellness area
+ Relaxing massage treatments at additional cost
+ Family Cottage
+ Childminders available by request at additional cost
Best months for wildlife: May-Sep
Minimum Age: All ages welcome
Lodge style: Refreshed heritage homestead with 10 cottages, family-friendly facilities and a warm old-safari atmosphere.
Seasonal opening: Open year-round.
Activities for kids: Children of all ages are welcome; younger children may require a private vehicle for game drives and the Family Cottage is recommended for families.
Malaria health note: Moderate malaria risk; consult a travel doctor before visiting.
As an independent partner of 360 Private Travel, eligible flight-inclusive holidays booked through us are financially protected by 360 Private Travel Ltd under the UK ATOL scheme, ATOL number 7514. 360 Private Travel Ltd is also IATA accredited under IATA number 91200056.
Qualifying flight-inclusive holidays are financially protected under the UK ATOL scheme, where applicable. You will receive an ATOL Certificate confirming the protection covering your individual booking.
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