&Beyond Kirkman’s Kamp

Come to this premier lodge for sightings of leopard. Sightings of the Big Five are constant at &Beyond Kirkman’s Kamp with professional game rangers and trackers. Gracious staff serve afternoon tea on the wrap-around veranda. Enjoy sumptuous dinners in the boma around the fire while rangers share their stories of the bushveld and its wildlife. Many years ago Harry Kirkman lived in this old homestead and hunted wildlife with a keen conservation ethic.

The spirit of safari comes alive at the historic &Beyond Kirkman’s Kamp. Step back in time into the classical ambience of this original 1920s homestead and marvel at the spectacular views of the unspoiled landscape that surrounds the Sand River from each of the 12 guest suites. Delight in the early morning and late afternoon game drives, interpretive bush walks, birdwatching and impressive viewing of spotted hyena, various antelope, elephant, white rhino, buffalo and hippo. The Sabi Sand Game Reserve is famed for its leopard sightings and you may well spot one of these elusive cats resting after a successful night hunt. Wildlife is the biggest drawcard for most travellers and the guide and tracker teams are equipped with a wealth of knowledge. Game drives in the Sabi Sand are able to go off-road in search of exceptional sightings and your safari may also continue after dark, with a specially filtered spotlight used to illuminate nocturnal wildlife.

The spirit of safari comes alive at the historic &Beyond Kirkman’s Kamp. Step back in time into the classical ambience of this original 1920s homestead and marvel at the spectacular views of the unspoiled landscape that surrounds the Sand River from each of the 12 guest suites. Rolling lawns carve out a niche in a wild and tumbling landscape that host memorable game viewing in one of the most renowned Big Five regions in the world. Spacious sitting, dining and bar areas steeped in the colonial atmosphere of gracious style and luxury contain mementoes of a time long past, while the untamed outside whispers a promise of adventures not to be forgotten. Delight in the early morning and late afternoon game drives, interpretive bush walks, birdwatching and impressive viewing of spotted hyena, various antelope, elephant, white rhino, buffalo and hippo. The Sabi Sand Game Reserve is famed for its leopard sightings and you may well spot one of these elusive cats resting after a successful night hunt. Wildlife is the biggest drawcard for most travellers and the guide and tracker teams are equipped with a wealth of knowledge. Game drives in the Sabi Sand are able to go off-road in search of exceptional sightings and your safari may also continue after dark, with a specially filtered spotlight used to illuminate nocturnal wildlife.

Come to this premier lodge for great sightings of the elusive leopard. Sightings of the Big Five are also constant at &Beyond Kirkman’s Kamp Kruger National Park and all accompanied by professional game rangers and trackers. Gracious staff serve afternoon tea on the wrap-around veranda. Enjoy sumptuous dinners in the boma around the fire while rangers share their stories of the bushveld and its wildlife.
Many years ago Harry Kirkman lived in this old homestead and hunted wildlife with a keen conservation ethic. Today, &Beyond Kirkman’s Kamp Kruger Nationa Park is the restored version of this homestead and this lifestyle, only today, instead of hunting safaris, guests are taken on awe-inspiring safari drives, safari bush walks and enjoy beautifully prepared safari meals all which showcase South Africa’s important biodiversity. Impeccable lawns roll down to a rim-flow swimming pool which then drops down towards the Sand River below. Situated in the picturesque and wild Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, part of Kruger National Park, Kirkman’s Kamp still retains the historic aura of the real 1920s Transvaal homestead, reminiscent of a living museum with its antique furniture, ball and claw baths, mounted animal heads and revealing artworks. Warthogs and antelope graze on the lawns and views dominate from the elevated position across the conservation area.
Families are very welcome at &Beyond Kirkman’s Kamp where 12 luxurious cottages accommodate guests in perfect comfort and elegance. Old fashioned beds, private patios offering great views and tasteful en-suite bathrooms with claw-foot bathtubs add to the colonial feel of the accommodation with modern comforts like separate showers.
Despite the very relaxed and social atmosphere at this Kruger National Park lodge, service, meals and facilities are world-class. Enjoy a wide range of fascinating books in the library or sit by the log fire in the lounge with a drink; during hot summer days, the swimming pool is a must, with its splendid views over the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve valley.
Guests come to this premier lodge for consistently good sightings of leopard. In addition, the Big Five are in abundance and professional game rangers and trackers host guests during their stay. Gracious staff serve afternoon tea on the wrap-around veranda and in the evenings, guests enjoy sumptuous dinners in the boma around the fire while rangers share their stories of the bushveld and its wildlife.
Take a bushwalk to spot impala, waterbuck, kudu, bushbuck and nyala, giraffe and warthog. Lion prides are a huge hit and cheetah can also be seen by those lucky few. & Beyond has the vision to conserve and protect the precious and endangered wildlife and its habitat as well as the rural communities who live in this region. Children visiting the lodge get to learn more about the planet, its wildlife and its people through the Wild Child programme. &Beyond Kirkman’s Kamp is deservedly popular and we highly recommend it.