Gravelotte Accommodation at Nkuwa Wilderness Camp
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  • Property TypeGame Lodge
  • Guests12
  • Rooms/Units4
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    • FEATUREBraai / BBQ

About Nkuwa Wilderness Camp

Nkuwa Wilderness Camp is a private off-grid safari retreat in the Selati Game Reserve, adjoining the renowned Kruger National Park. Situated within a 27,500-hectare Big Five wilderness area, this authentic four-tent bush camp delivers an intimate and environmentally conscious safari escape.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

  • All meals included
  • All of the Big 5
  • Guided game drives included
  • Safari / bush walks by arrangement
  • Conservation fee applicable

Accommodation

Nkuwa operates entirely off-grid, inviting guests to step away from modern distractions and reconnect with nature in a peaceful, low-impact setting where simplicity and calm take centre stage. The camp has been thoughtfully created to harmonise with its surroundings beneath a majestic Sycamore Fig Tree, from which it takes its name in the local Tsonga language.

With only four luxury en-suite safari tents, the atmosphere remains exclusive, relaxed, and personal. Each tent is positioned along a natural drainage line to provide privacy, comfort, and an immersive connection to the African bush. Guests can unwind to the soft chorus of cicadas, the distant cry of a fish eagle, and the unmistakable tranquillity of the wild, free from crowds, noise, and interruption.

Please see the individual room descriptions with photographs below, to assist you with your choice.

Full Board Experience

Evenings at Nkuwa are centred around the campfire beneath clear skies filled with stars untouched by city lights. Guests can exchange stories, enjoy hearty meals, and take in the timeless rhythm of the bush around them. Nkuwa Wilderness Camp offers more than a safari holiday, it is a return to nature and a celebration of Africa’s raw and enduring beauty.

Safari Experience

Game drives and guided walking safaris create a meaningful connection with the landscape, led by knowledgeable guides eager to share their passion and insight. The Selati Game Reserve supports an impressive variety of wildlife, with more than 50 mammal species and over 300 bird species, along with remarkable plant life such as the rare Encephalartos dyerianus cycad, found only in this region.

Location

Nkuwa Wilderness Camp lies in the centre of the Selati Game Reserve, a vast Big Five wilderness area in Limpopo bordering the Kruger National Park Covering 27,500 hectares of unspoilt bushveld, the reserve allows wildlife to move freely across the landscape.

During the dry season, vegetation thins out and animals gather around waterholes, creating excellent game-viewing opportunities. In the wet season, the bush becomes lush and wildlife spreads more widely across the reserve. Guests staying for two to three nights have a strong chance of seeing the Big Five. Other commonly sighted animals include giraffe, zebra, warthog, impala, kudu, waterbuck, wildebeest, bushbuck, baboon, and hyena.

Birdlife is prolific, with hornbills, rollers, eagles, kingfishers, and starlings regularly seen. Thanks to the reserve’s varied habitats, there is always the possibility of encountering rarer species such as wild dog, cheetah, or civet.

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Features you'll appreciate

  • always on
  • parking
  • braai / bbq
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Fan(s)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Smoking: not allowed

On Site

  • Fire pit
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Parking (off street)
  • Smoking: none indoors

Loadshedding Facilities

What is loadshedding? Currently suspended.

  • Solar power

Food & Drink

  • Communal Kitchen
  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Tented Suite 1

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Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 5-11 years are allowed

This Tented Suite is designed for comfort and flexibility, featuring a king-size bed that can be converted into two single beds, as well as an additional single bed suitable for a child. The tent includes both indoor and outdoor showers, along with fans to ensure a comfortable stay. Guests are provided with tea and coffee-making facilities, including hot water flasks for added convenience.

The suite extends into a private outdoor living space with a patio and stoep, where guests can relax and enjoy open-air dining in a natural setting. Outdoor furniture is provided to make the most of the surroundings.

Additional amenities include non-smoking interiors, bathroom essentials, towels, and well-appointed outdoor seating areas, all contributing to a relaxed and practical glamping experience.

  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed

Tented Suite 2

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Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 5-11 years are allowed

This Tented Suite is designed for comfort and flexibility, featuring a king-size bed that can be converted into two single beds, as well as an additional single bed suitable for a child. The tent includes both indoor and outdoor showers, along with fans to ensure a comfortable stay. Guests are provided with tea and coffee-making facilities, including hot water flasks for added convenience.

The suite extends into a private outdoor living space with a patio and stoep, where guests can relax and enjoy open-air dining in a natural setting. Outdoor furniture is provided to make the most of the surroundings.

Additional amenities include non-smoking interiors, bathroom essentials, towels, and well-appointed outdoor seating areas, all contributing to a relaxed and practical glamping experience.

  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed

Tented Suite 3

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Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 5-11 years are allowed

This Tented Suite is designed for comfort and flexibility, featuring a king-size bed that can be converted into two single beds, as well as an additional single bed suitable for a child. The tent includes both indoor and outdoor showers, along with fans to ensure a comfortable stay. Guests are provided with tea and coffee-making facilities, including hot water flasks for added convenience.

The suite extends into a private outdoor living space with a patio and stoep, where guests can relax and enjoy open-air dining in a natural setting. Outdoor furniture is provided to make the most of the surroundings.

Additional amenities include non-smoking interiors, bathroom essentials, towels, and well-appointed outdoor seating areas, all contributing to a relaxed and practical glamping experience.

  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed

Tented Suite 4

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Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 5-11 years are allowed

This Tented Suite is designed for comfort and flexibility, featuring a king-size bed that can be converted into two single beds, as well as an additional single bed suitable for a child. The tent includes both indoor and outdoor showers, along with fans to ensure a comfortable stay. Guests are provided with tea and coffee-making facilities, including hot water flasks for added convenience.

The suite extends into a private outdoor living space with a patio and stoep, where guests can relax and enjoy open-air dining in a natural setting. Outdoor furniture is provided to make the most of the surroundings.

Additional amenities include non-smoking interiors, bathroom essentials, towels, and well-appointed outdoor seating areas, all contributing to a relaxed and practical glamping experience.

  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed

FULL BOARD RATE INCLUDES
All meals, game drives, teas and coffees.

RATE EXCLUDES
All beverages, transfers, conservation levies, and any item not mentioned above.
The conservation levy of R460.00 payable to the Selati Wilderness Foundation. The levies are paid at the rest camp reception upon check-in.
Please note: Only Visa and MasterCard are accepted, no cash

CONSERVATION LEVIES
The below levy is an extra and will be added to your booking invoice.
* Selati Game Reserve Conservation levy: R460.00 per person (all guests)
* Children aged 13 - 18 Conservation levy: R305.00
* Children aged 6 - 12 Conservation levy: R155.00

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Response timeNkuwa Wilderness Camp typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyWe regret no children under the age of 5.

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00 to 17h00.
Check-out by 10h00

Payment methods accepted by the property EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

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