🙂 Stunning views over the vast Olifants River and plains
The 2, 3 and 4 single-roomed thatched bungalows fitted with en-suite facilities and kitchenettes afford panoramic views across the surrounding bushveld. One of the 2-bedded huts are specially fitted with aids for those with mobility difficulties, so they may also enjoy authentic Kruger Park lodging.
Because Olifants Camp is situated in a transitional zone, 2 distinct types of vegetation can be found, offering a wide range of game. In the north, the low lying Mopane trees provide cover for Zebra, Impala, Kudu and Elephant.
To the south, rolling plains are dotted with Buffalo, Giraffe and Kudu. While along the Olifants River, wildlife such as Lion, Crocodiles and Hippopotamus can be viewed on gameviewing and sightseeing excursions in Kruger Park, as well as an abundance of birdlife such as Owls, Storks and Eagles.
Game viewing is possible from Olifants Rest Camp where a shaded lookout platform is positioned. Here at your Kruger Park accommodation you are sure to spot Hippopotamus, Crocodiles in the Olifants River as well as the occasional Lion kill.
Around the Olifants River, guided game walks are the perfect way to learn more about the bush from close up. Morning or evening bush braais (barbeques) can be enjoyed as you soak up the warmth of a campfire and Kruger Park nightlife. Olifants Camp, like the other Kruger Park accommodation facilities, is suitable for year-round visits, but the summer months are often hot and balmy, (40 C / 104 F), interrupted occasionally by sporadic thunder showers.
‘Olifants’ is the Afrikaans word for Elephants, which are commonly found in the area. Kruger National Park attractions include seeing the tusks of 6 of the famous Magnificent Seven Elephants, which used to be on display at the reception but can now be found at Letaba.
The camp is warm and welcoming and will win many staunch supporters for Kruger Park accommodation.
Olifants’ luxury guest houses are fitted with lounges, en-suite bathrooms and several exclusive sightseeing lookout decks, as well as cable television. Each guest house can sleep, 8 guests. We stayed in Lebombo which sleeps 8 guests in 1 room fitted with a queen-size bed and 3 rooms each fitted with 2 single beds. There are no camping or caravan facilities available at Olifants Camp.
