The Outpost, In Kruger National Park - Kruger National Park, South Africa
Makuleke Region
Kruger National Park, Nightly Rates(429.66 - 429.66)4 Star
Property Description
Situated in the Makuleke region in the northernmost part of Kruger National Park, The Outpost rests high on a hill overlooking the floodplains of the Limpopo and Luvuvhu rivers. This region is bordered to the north by Zimbabwe and to the East by Crooks Corner and Mozambique. Measuring 24 000 hectares the region is well known for its abundant wildlife and excellent birding including less common species not evident in the southern and central regions of the park. The diverse terrain includes Mopane woodlands, fever tree forests, acacia thickets as well as some of the largest and oldest Baobab specimens. Guests are accommodated in 12 stand-alone en-suite rooms that are placed alongside a walkway halfway up a hill overlooking the Luvuvhu river. The style is Contemporary Africa and the emphasis is on understated luxury in a wilderness setting. The modern design with fold-away sides allows for 180-degree views of the Luvuvhu River Valley and the open feel of the rooms extends into the bathroom where guests have a view as far as Mozambique. Meals will be served in the spectacular dining area with its breathtaking views and the lodge will make use of the surrounding area to host picnic lunches and bush dinners. The lounge and bar areas offer a cool and relaxing alternative to the daybeds on the terrace overlooking the swimming pool. Game activities include game drives on open 4 x 4 vehicles, accompanied by expert guides and trackers as well as foot safaris and river safaris. The nearby Thulamela archaeological site and cultural visits to the Makuleke Village outside Kruger National Park. - All reservations must be accompanied by an email address as well as a telephone number. - Guests must be age 12 years of age or older. - Guests must arrive before Kruger Gate closing times - May to August 17:00 September to December 18:00.If guests expect to arrive later than this, they must call the lodge at +27137 358 907 to make a special arrangement for late entry. - Early check-out in policy: Early check-ins and late departures subject to availability at no extra charge
Amenities
Bar/Lounge
24 Hour Front Desk
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Express Checkout
Free Parking
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Pool
Parking
Restaurant
Safe Deposit Box
Laundry/Valet Services
Room Information
Suite - King or 2 Twin
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Suite King or 2 Twin-All suites are built on the hillside, and are connected with walkways. Each suite has a 180 degree view, with en-suite bathroom with bath and shower-Beds can slide together to form a king-size bed or move apart for twin beds - The 12 living spaces rests high on a hill overlooking the floodplains of the Limpopo and Luvuvhu rivers. Using simple, clean lines and aluminum, the unashamedly contemporary design of The Outpost emphasizes its beautiful surrounds but blends and preserves the wilderness that is its home. The bedroom, showers, bath and lounge area are all shared space that opens up onto the amazing African landscape underneath without experience-limiting walls. The Outpost is not only a visually stunning lodge, but has been designed in a manner that is consistent with attempts to minimize the lodge's building's overall environmental footprint.
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Miscellaneous Information
South African Rand is the native currency.
Check in time is 12 PM
Check out time is 10 AM
Time Zone is +2 GMT
Opened in Built in 2002
12 rooms.
0 suites.
1 floors.
Directions
Makuleke region of Kruger National Park
Hoedspruit/Eastgate Airport HDS, Pahalaborwa Airport PHW
Guarantee Policy
All reservations must be guaranteed with a valid credit card at the time of booking. A deposit of 30% of full stay including tax is due at the time of booking. The outstanding balance will be deducted one month prior to the guests arrival at the camp.
Cancellation Policy
Through the internet site where your reservation was made; cancellation must be made 4 weeks prior to arrival to avoid a penalty of full stay including tax.
Restaurant Information
* Located in main building* Fusion, organically grown vegetable, etc.* Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner* Casual Dress Code
Meal Plan
- Rates include all meals, beverages (Champagne and Special Auction wines excepted) and activites.
Recreation Information
Outdoor
* Game drives in open 4x4 vehicles* foot and river safaris* fly fishing
Located Nearby
* Thulamela Archaeological Site - 4km* Kruger National Park - 0km* Crooks Corner - 5km* Makuleke Village - 5km* Limpopo River - 4km* Luvhuvu River - 2km
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