The 4 Best Safari Lodges in the Klaserie (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 4 picks

The best safari lodges in the Klaserie in 2026 are Africa on Foot for walking safaris on 13,000 hectares, nThambo Tree Camp for elevated treehouse chalets, and Simbavati's Camp George and Amani for comfortable family-friendly stays. The Klaserie is unfenced with Kruger and lightly visited, which makes it ideal for walking.

The Klaserie Private Nature Reserve is one of the largest private reserves in Greater Kruger, north of the Timbavati and west of Kruger. It has relatively few lodges for its size, so sightings are uncrowded, and its camps lean toward walking safaris and an unfussy bush atmosphere. Hoedspruit is the nearest town and airport.

Rates are all-inclusive per person sharing per night: $$ $150–400 · $$$ $400–1,000 · $$$$ over $1,000. Reserve conservation levies are often added separately.

1. Africa on Foot — Klaserie, near Hoedspruit

Built for walking safaris, with 13,000 hectares of traversing.

$$$ UpmarketBest for Walkers · Couples

Africa on Foot is famous for guided walking safaris, with morning bush walks and evening game drives across 13,000 hectares of traversing rights in the Klaserie. If the weather turns, a drive replaces the walk, so there are always two activities a day.

The camp is relaxed and comfortable, and a treehouse can be booked for a night out at extra cost.

Good to know: Book the treehouse for one night of your stay; it is the highlight for many guests.

Africa on Foot, Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, Limpopo, South Africa

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2. nThambo Tree Camp — Klaserie

Five treehouse chalets at canopy height with views to the Drakensberg.

$$$ UpmarketBest for Couples · Honeymoons

nThambo has five elevated treehouse chalets of wood, canvas and thatch, built at canopy height, with private balconies looking across the savanna to the Drakensberg on the horizon.

It is small and quiet, aimed at couples and adults.

Good to know: Children must be 12 or older; follow the camp's directions, not GPS.

nThambo Tree Camp, Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, Limpopo, South Africa

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3. Simbavati Camp George — Klaserie

A family-friendly camp with twice-daily Big Five drives and bush walks.

$$$ UpmarketBest for Families

Camp George is one of Simbavati's Klaserie lodges, with twice-daily Big Five game drives led by guides and trackers, bush walks and dinners under the stars or around the fire.

It suits families, and Simbavati supports education projects in the surrounding Klaserie community.

Good to know: Opt for a bush walk instead of one drive to learn about the smaller details of the bush.

Simbavati Camp George, Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, Limpopo, South Africa

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4. Simbavati Amani — Klaserie

A small Simbavati lodge with a pool and outdoor bar between drives.

$$$ UpmarketBest for Couples

Amani is Simbavati's other Klaserie lodge, with a pool and outdoor bar for the hours between game drives, and the same Klaserie traversing as Camp George.

It is relaxed and small, a good choice for couples and friends.

Good to know: Self-drivers enter through a reserve gate; tell security you are going to Simbavati Amani.

Simbavati Amani, Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, Limpopo, South Africa

Google Maps Website

Frequently asked questions

Is the Klaserie good for walking safaris?

Yes. Camps such as Africa on Foot are built around morning walks with professional guides and trackers, with game drives in the evening.

Can children stay in the Klaserie?

Policies vary: nThambo Tree Camp takes children from 12 years old, while Simbavati's Klaserie camps are geared to families. Walking safaris usually have a minimum age.

How do I get to the Klaserie?

Fly to Hoedspruit or drive from Johannesburg; camps send directions to their gate, and nThambo advises following its directions rather than GPS.

1. Africa on Foot — Klaserie, near Hoedspruit

2. nThambo Tree Camp — Klaserie

3. Simbavati Camp George — Klaserie

4. Simbavati Amani — Klaserie

Frequently asked questions

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