Please note: Following recent flooding, Amava River Lodge is temporarily closed while restoration takes place. We plan to reopen in December 2026.

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Amava River Lodge, Kruger National Park, Olifants River (2)
Unrivalled Location on the Olifants River
Perched on a bend of the perennial Olifants River in the heart of the Balule Game Reserve, Amava River Lodge offers breathtaking upstream and downstream views. The ever-present flow of water through this untouched wilderness creates a safari setting that is both peaceful and spectacular.
Amava River Lodge, Kruger National Park, Big 5 wildlife
Part of the Greater Kruger Experience
Located within the Greater Kruger National Park, Amava River Lodge provides access to one of Africa’s richest and most iconic ecosystems—home to the Big Five and more, without the crowds of the busier southern parks. This is wild Africa, raw and real.
Amava River Lodge, Kruger National Park, Tented Camp
Intimate Tented Safari Living
With only five luxury safari tents, Amava promises a private and authentic escape. Each tent is beautifully appointed with natural materials, elegant outdoor showers, and panoramic river views, blending comfort with the surrounding wilderness in true Bundox style.
Amava River Lodge, Kruger National Park, Olifants River
Exclusive Wilderness at Your Feet
The lodge offers access to 5,000 hectares of private wilderness and 8 kilometres of pristine riverfront. Here, guests enjoy exclusive game viewing and unhurried exploration, whether on guided drives or from the sanctuary of their river-facing deck.
Amava River Lodge, Kruger National Park, Tented Camp (2)
Hands-On Conservation Experience
Step beyond the safari with a visit to nearby Kingly Conservation Camp, where guests actively take part in protecting wildlife—removing snares, patrolling fences, and supporting the reserve’s Big Five conservation efforts.
Amava River Lodge, Kruger National Park, Olifants River (2)
A True AfUnrivalled Location on the Olifants Riverrican Retreat
Perched on a bend of the perennial Olifants River in the heart of the Balule Game Reserve, Amava River Lodge offers breathtaking upstream and downstream views. The ever-present flow of water through this untouched wilderness creates a safari setting that is both peaceful and spectacular.
Amava River Lodge, Kruger National Park, Big 5 wildlife
Part of the Greater Kruger Experience
Located within the Greater Kruger National Park, Amava River Lodge provides access to one of Africa’s richest and most iconic ecosystems—home to the Big Five and more, without the crowds of the busier southern parks. This is wild Africa, raw and real.
Amava River Lodge, Kruger National Park, Tented Camp
Intimate Tented Safari Living
With only five luxury safari tents, Amava promises a private and authentic escape. Each tent is beautifully appointed with natural materials, elegant outdoor showers, and panoramic river views, blending comfort with the surrounding wilderness in true Bundox style.
Amava River Lodge, Kruger National Park, Olifants River
Exclusive Wilderness at Your Feet
The lodge offers access to 5,000 hectares of private wilderness and 8 kilometres of pristine riverfront. Here, guests enjoy exclusive game viewing and unhurried exploration, whether on guided drives or from the sanctuary of their river-facing deck.
Amava River Lodge, Kruger National Park, Tented Camp
Hands-On Conservation Experience
Step beyond the safari with a visit to nearby Kingly Conservation Camp, where guests actively take part in protecting wildlife—removing snares, patrolling fences, and supporting the reserve’s Big Five conservation efforts.

Hideaways Amava River Lodge

Greater Kruger

They say location is everything—and Amava River Lodge has it all. Nestled on a bend of the Olifants River in northern Balule Game Reserve, part of the unfenced Greater Kruger, this tented camp boasts breathtaking views from its elevated spot on the southern bank, and immersive Big Five game viewing in one of Kruger’s wildest corners. 

The river below teems with life: birds among the reeds, elephants and buffalo in the grasses, hippos and crocodiles in deep pools. Towering trees shade the camp and conceal creatures from leopards to Pel’s fishing owls. Blending seamlessly with its surroundings, the camp is raised on wooden walkways and hidden beneath a leafy canopy. A sanctuary of shifting light and untamed beauty—wild Africa at its most captivating.

Amava River Lodge, Greater Kruger
Amava River Lodge, Greater Kruger
Amava River Lodge, Greater Kruger

Your Experience

In today’s fast-paced world, stillness is a rare luxury. At Amava River Lodge, the calm of the African wilderness surrounds you, guided by the gentle rhythm of the Olifants River.

Unwind on your private deck as elephants pass by, cool off in the pool with views of the bush, and enjoy bird songs from the comfort of the riverfront lounge or beneath the stars at dinner.

Each day brings new adventure—morning and afternoon game drives through Big Five territory, coffee stops in scenic spots, and sundowners at golden hour. For a deeper connection, guided bush walks reveal the hidden wonders of the land.

Here, life is untamed, unhurried, and truly yours to savour.

season

Season

All year

Child policy

Child Policy

Children accepted from +16 years; Children aged 12 – 15 years are allowed, and the camp would need to be booked on exclusive use basis

Accommodation

5 Tented Suites

Facilities

Pool, Intimate Lounge Spaces, Boma

Safari Packages

We make enjoying the absolute best the wilds of South Africa have to offer possible, through comfortable yet elegant guest accommodation and unrivalled hospitality. Our uniquely curated African safari experiences and holiday packages are tailored to suit your needs, ensuring a one-of-a-kind journey with Hideaways.
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