As one of South Africa’s premier lodges with wildlife views, we’ve designed every corner of the camp to keep you immersed in nature’s theatre, whether you’re sipping a sundowner, enjoying a long lunch, or relaxing in the comfort of your suite.

New Spaces, New Perspectives

Fresh from our 2025 refurbishment, Kings Camp now offers even more ways to connect with the wild. Our newly opened Observation Lounge and Photographic Studio boasts sweeping views over the waterhole, where elephants often wander in to drink and birdlife flits through the surrounding trees. Whether you’re an avid photographer or simply love to watch the wilderness unfold, this elevated space offers the perfect vantage point—and even lets you print your favourite shots as keepsakes.

Sundowners, Stories & Stargazing

The new glass-encased bar opens out onto a sun-drenched veranda and Social Fire Pit, where golden-hour gin and tonics are paired with sightings of kudu, giraffe, and warthogs moving through the bush. As evening falls, guests gather under a canopy of stars to share sightings and stories around the fire—often accompanied by the distant call of lions or the whoop of hyenas.

Dining with a Wild Backdrop

Our expanded Dining Terrace, now fully weatherproof, ensures that breakfast and lunch are always served with a view. Enjoy your morning coffee as impala graze nearby or linger over a long, lazy lunch in the warm Lowveld sun—surrounded by the sights and sounds of the bush.

Relax, Read, Repeat

Need a quiet moment between activities? The new Relaxation Lounge offers a tranquil haven for board games, good books, and midday daydreaming—all within view of the wild. This peaceful indoor space connects seamlessly with the rest of the lodge via covered walkways, including discreet access to The Kings Warren, our unique underground hide where you can observe wildlife at eye level.

A Waterhole of Your Own

For those staying in our luxurious suites, the views don’t stop at the lodge. Each suite opens onto a private deck with a plunge pool, where you might be lucky enough to witness a nyala or elephant stop by for a drink. It’s just one more way we bring the bush to you—beautiful, unscripted, and always unforgettable.

From dawn to dusk, Kings Camp is more than just a place to stay—it’s a front-row seat to the wonders of the Timbavati. Whether you’re a first-time guest or returning for another adventure, our newly refurbished lodge promises a deeper connection to the wild, all from the comfort of refined luxury.