4 Day Katekani Lodge Kruger National Park Safari

Posted By : Michel K
Dear Viva Safari Team

we really enjoyed our 4 day tent Safari. We felt super warm welcomed and appreciated the lovely staff of yours, the optimal koordination of Safaris, bush walks, transfers and Verpflegung.
We had a good time in the surprisingly comfortable tent, eventhough folks of us, who stayed in the treehouse, indeed had a better view from their rooms.

We can not thank you guys enough for the time in Balule National Reserve and the Kruger National Park.

Greetings Michel & Franzi
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Posted On : 2023-01-26 22:56:21

Posted By : TararaakTravels
If you do one thing for yourself following the fallout of 2020, book this right now!
I don’t even know where to start expressing my thanks to the wonderful people of Viva Safaris. I booked last minute whilst on a trip in Botswana that went a little pear shaped (but that’s a different story entirely). This is a trip that caters for everyone, whether you are travelling solo, with family or for a romantic getaway!

Firstly, the organisation is first rate. I didn’t have to think of a thing. Communication was quick to the point and everything ran like a well oiled machine. There was structure but you didn’t feel rushed or boxed in. Everything moved smoothly and I didn’t have to think about a thing. From the moment we were picked up in Joberg we were met with friendly smiles, told exactly what was going on and the plan for the day. The journey was comfortable with plenty of stops and it did not feel like too long of a drive despite the whole journey being around 7 hours. Views are beautiful, but maybe bring a book to entertain you or take the time to snooze. You’ll have a couple of action filled days ahead and an early start or two but everything is totally worth it.

Which brings me nicely to the activities. Every single day was filled with something new, I won’t say too much about what you get up to because the pleasant surprises along the way just added to our experience. I will just say that I felt that our time was filled perfectly with a healthy balance of knowledgable friendly and thoughtful guides/staff, activities, downtime (wine time), exciting animals and learning opportunities all with a beautiful Africa backdrop.

The accommodation is beautiful. I love Katenkani and I would say it is my favourite place I have stay in. I will definitely come back to this little sanctuary and not just to my gorgeous tented lodge but for the people there. Thoughtful, welcoming with big hearts and smiles is how I can describe the people of viva we shared out time with. Tiger’s food is exceptional. He is a young, bright lad with a raw talent in the kitchen. I spoken to him for no more than a couple minutes about dietary requirements and preferences on the journey up the first day and thought no more of it. The excited and passion just beam from him. Food is normally an afterthought on organised trip and here it definitely wasn’t. It was a highlight even after seeing the big 5!!! The only little thing I would say is that I would have appreciated a little more choice for drinks, but given that I told myself I should be detoxing this was probably in my best interests.

The trip has been a retreat for me, it ticks all the boxes and I will most certainly come back to this incredible bunch of people that feel like a family. Thank you all so very much, I feel so privileged to be one of your first visitors since COVID-19. This has been more than a home away from home. I feel utterly spoilt. Sending lots of big love from Tara and Charlotte! We will be back :)
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Posted On : 2020-12-04 03:15:30

Posted By : L1482LCgianlucac
Katekani lodge is a perfect safari destination, the staff is extraordinary, momsah is a great hostess she gives you a warm welcome to the lodge and constantly keeps in touch with the guests. Tiger has prepared some of the best dishes we tasted in South Africa he is also extremely entertaining and fun to be around.

The rooms in the the katekani lodge are truly amazing and give you a sense of luxury while being immersed in the wild.

All round a unique experience which is made even more pleasant due to the staff and accommodation being top quality. I would definitely recommend the katekani lodge and viva safari in general to anybody looking for a safari destination.
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Posted On : 2020-02-12 14:21:28

Posted By : Mabali077
The hosts especially those from the Kanekani lodge are unbelievable.
We spent such so great days with them we 'll never forget!

Tiger is the most amazing 5 star bush cook who celebrates food, it's so delicious!
Also, the whole crew is so politely and such familiar.

We highly recommend to book the Kanekani lodge, it made a very good trip to a perfect one. Also, Charl as our tour guide is somebody who has so much passion for the animals that is incredible. We are going to come back if we can at the same place for sure!

Kind regards Romina & Marc
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Posted On : 2019-11-21 12:09:13

Posted By : Cyncapetown
This trip was one of our best ever. When we arrived the staff welcomed us with big smiles helping us to our room. It blew us away as we had our own slash pool which cooled us down in between our trips to the parks. We had 3 course meals which was delicious and presented to beautifully. We had amazing viewings both in the private parks and in the Kruger. The one private park we even saw mating leopards. I would recommend this trip to anyone who is looking for adventure and an awesome experience.
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Posted On : 2019-08-15 13:03:12

Posted By : Chellatablet
As this was my first ever time in the Kruger, I had the best experience with Viva Safari and highly recommend it to anyone that havent been or have been but looking for something amazing. Their staff is so friendly they felt like family, the places we stayd was absolutely amazing, and the drives were amazing and guides so well informed and friendly.Was defnitally an experience Id never forget. In one word summed up: Amazing. The entire experience was just incredible and unforgettable.
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Posted On : 2019-08-14 02:25:56

Posted By : leebracewell
From a safari point of view, I can’t fault it, we saw lots including the big 5. The guide staff were very knowledgeable and enthusiastic.

We booked the katakani lodge which was more expensive thinking we would get a little time to relax and enjoy the pool, unfortunately we was so booked up with game drives we hardly had any time to enjoy the lodge. Katenkani lodges are stunning and in a gorgeous location, it would have been nice to have a few hours to relax.

At tremisana, we were put into room guest house 1 which didn’t have a working shower, after 32 hours of travelling we really needed a shower, I reported it to the hotel staff but they really came across like they didn’t care and did nothing about it.

Namsa and Tiger at Katekani were amazing, very friendly and attentive. Tiger, your food was amazing, I see you are very passionate about cooking and delivered top class tasty food. It was lovely to meet you both.
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Posted On : 2018-11-14 01:20:30