Kings Camp

We stayed 3 nights at King's Camp out of a total of 11 nights in South Africa and this was by far the best part of our entire trip. The place is immaculate - very large and comfortable rooms, extremely friendly staff and a beautiful location in the TImbavati game reserve. We were taken out for dawn and dusk game drives by our own dedicated ranger Cynet and spotter Sunnyboy, in vehicle we had to ourselves most of the time. All the seats were next to the side (so there were no obstructed views), there were warm blankets in the car for the cold and we stopped for sundowners every evening and watched the stars come out - and what stars - amazing views of the milky way. The game was excellent too - lions including cubs, leopard + kill, and all the rest of the big five (if that's what you're into), hyena and cubs. A big highlight was following a leopard through the bush in the car - simply unforgettable! Plus a multitude of birds from eagles to wax-bills - and our extremely knowledgeable ranger Cynet could identify them all! Our room was enormous and luxurious - private secluded pool and veranda area, carefully designed so that it was not overlooked but looked out into the bush with animals traipsing past! There's also a wonderful hide by the waterhole so you can watch the animals coming down to drink and mud-bathe - including a whole herd of elephants! The staff still have a sense of wonder about the animals they see and are just as excited as the guests. And there are steenboks and kudu who visit the grounds and wander around the rooms - and a lovely night-watchman who escorts you to and from your room after dark. The trouble with the food was that it was too good and too plentiful - hard not to gain weight! Well cooked, well presented and served by lovely, attentive staff. Every other night we had a buffet in the traditional "boma" around a fire with our guide.

Maybe have some wind-proofing to the blankets in the cars, and the swimming pools were rather cold it must be said - can't quite believe I'm being so picky but I'm really scraping the bottom of the barrel trying to find a problem. I would say that 3 nights was probably enough, maybe 4.

Excellent breakfast made to order.

Maybe the quality of wine could be better.

Everything! I travel for a living and I couldn’t not recommend this property enough! Everything was beyond perfect and the staff are above accommodating. The property is stunning and I never wanted to leave!

Everything was beyond perfect

Luxury accommodation. Huge suite with lovely « Out of Africa » decor. Remarkable game drives with enthusiastic ranger/ tracker team to ensure the best possible safari experience.

This is as good as it gets.

What a beautiful lodge, run by such warm and friendly staff. The food was delicious, the massages were superb, and the game drives were excellent, especially if you are looking to see the Big 5. An extra treat was wild dog.

The quality of the house wines, whiskey etc. didn't align with the amazing food. SA has so many high-quality wines, so it was surprising that the selection was so limited.

Amazing service in a luxurious setting with delicious food. Staff is next level.

There is literally nothing to dislike.