Kateka

The word Kateka means “be blessed” in Tsonga, one of the languages spoken in this northern eastern region of South Africa. This perfectly embodies the visceral reaction elicited by time spent at Kateka, it is truly a blessing.

Time spent at Kateka will have you breathing out and tuning in to the ways of the wild. Out on a game drive, search for the flick of an ear, the swish of a tail in the bush. Feel the thrill of a sighting, the discovery of a hiding spot, the satisfaction of spending time with wildlife in pristine natural habitat. Let the perfume of wild sage, knobthorn blossoms or the unmistakable rich scent of rain on African soil permeate your safari, these signature scents of the wild. After dark, listen for the whoop of a lone hyena, the peal of a pearl spotted owl trilling through the night. Let these wild sounds lull you to sleep.

About the Kateka

The Kateka Experience

With an unusually low density of vehicles, this region of Klaserie sets the ideal scene for a holistic wilderness experience not found elsewhere in Greater Kruger.  

Explore the Klaserie on a guided game drive, with plenty opportunities for excellent game viewing and wildlife photography. Enjoy your morning coffee in the crisp air out in the bush, and end the day with evening sundowners as the sky turns pink.

There’s nothing like appreciating lion spoor up close, watching a dung beetle push his expertly rolled sphere or patiently waiting for a tortoise to cross your path on a guided bush walk. Smell the sweet scent of wild aniseed beneath your feet, as you follow the quiet footsteps of your guide, crossing over from spectator to participant in the wild ways of the Klaserie.

Unwind from your safari activities in our wellness centre, where our spa team will treat you to a variety of treatments. Under the expert supervision of one our talented wellness experts, let the calming, natural sounds of the bush guide your rooftop yoga session above the spa.

Prioritise wellness on your safari with a session in our gym, kitted out with top of the range F45 equipment. Classes will be given in line with trending global fitness spaces, with views over the surrounding bushveld.

Finish off with a dip in our indoor spa pool, then get back to the routine of thrilling game drives, delectable meals and downtime in our luxurious suites.

Enjoy our expertly prepared meals in a variety of settings at Kateka. Delight in a rooftop dinner in the fresh air, while the milky way does a slow dance across the inky sky, or take your dinner by the fire, the way meals are meant to be shared in Africa. Dine in style in the wine cellar, surrounded by our collection of fine South African wines, with front row seats to the nightly parade at the waterhole.

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Features

The lodge is rated as 5 by Unspecified.

Room facilities include Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah,

The lodges appeals to a number of special interests such as Big 5, Birding, Flora, Gourmet, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife,

There are numerous activities on site such as Big 5, Bird Watching, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, High Tea, Massages, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided),

The property boasts a number of facilities Bar, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Spa,

Languages spoken include and available services are Airport Shuttle (Available),Credit Card,Room Service,

Activities

The lodge offers some unique activities to suit your tastes.

Spa & Wellness

After an exciting morning of safari activities, find refuge from the warm midday sun in the Wellness Centre. Cool off in the spa pool, and indulge in a luxurious treatment in the capable hands of our wellness team. Start your day as the birds awaken and the sun rises over the bush, with calming rooftop yoga, or an active session in our state-of-the-art F45 gym.

GAME DRIVES

Traverse 14 500ha of Klaserie Private Nature Reserve on morning and evening game drives, under the care of our experienced, passionate guides and trackers. Encounter iconic African wildlife in their pristine natural habitat, from breeding herds of elephants to a sounder of warthogs and their piglets, and all fascinating creatures in between. The Klaserie is renowned for excellent birding; delight in the sound of an African fish eagle calling over the Klaserie River, Saddle-billed storks strutting around the waterholes and vultures keeping watch from the tallest trees.

BUSH WALKS

Explore the Klaserie on foot, under the guidance of our experienced and knowledgeable guides. An immersive, unhurried experience; walk quietly along a well-trodden game path, count the toes of a leopard and memorise the shape of its tracks. Crush wild sage between your fingers, take in the scent of the earth dug up in the night by an aardvark. Let your primal senses come alive, listening out for the breaking of branches, the thudding of hooves, the flap of wings. Appreciate small wonders up close; a feather in the dust, a clutch of eggs, a spider’s web glinting gold in the sunlight.

Scenic Helicopter Flight

Take to the skies on a chartered flight with Mpumalanga Helicopter Company. Depart Kateka and admire the citrus and game farms from an eagle’s point of view. Ease through the magnificent, lush Blyde River Canyon, the largest green canyon on earth. Enjoy outstanding photographic opportunities over the canyon, where waterfalls cascade over the rocks and the Blyde River carves a dramatic winding channel through the canyon.

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