Kuname Lodge

There are two Sunken Photographic hides.

One Hide faces east and the other sunken photographic hide faces west.
Inside there:
4x – 5x – leather chairs
Gimbles to place the cameras on for photos
bean bags to make use of
chair cushions to sit on for more height if needed.

Enjoy an absolutely and unforgettably thrilling experience with 40 minute flight through the famous Olifants river gorge.

Celebrate the magnificent view of the lowveld from the top of the highest outcrop on Karongwe with a short climb accompanied by a guide. Enjoy a sundowner with the backdrop of the Drakensberg mountains whilst soaking in the 360 view of the valley whilst sipping on your favourite refreshments and picnic snacks.

Enjoy a relaxing time under the bright beautiful African Sky.

Reclining in a hammock while learning about the the night sky. In summer Orion and his dog Sirius can be seen chasing Taurus and Pleiades a cross the sky. In winter Scorpio and Corvus the crow is visible along with the ever present Southern Cross, Magellanic clouds and coal sack. With planets making appearances at certain times of the year, the rings around Saturn the many moons of Jupiter visible through good binoculars.

Relax in the bush with a soulful meditative yoga experience – Ubuntu Yoga – which is a gentle African flavored practice. The fee also contributes to the Ubuntu Yoga Project at Nourish Eco Village. ( NPO) to help train promising local candidates and help them earn their certification.

Leave your legacy in Africa and plant a tree in our local community or donate a tree.

A t-shirt is given to you complimentary with every tree that is donated and leave knowing that you have made a very positive contribution to the environment. Choose between a fruit tree or indigenous tree.

Make memories with your partner or friends while enjoying a unique traditional Shangaan African dinner. Cuisine in particular gives us distinct glimpse of a culture and its people. This fun filled experience will leave you with a new appreciation of cultural diversity which goes hand in hand with the whole experience and understanding of the beautiful Shangaan Culture.

Experience gin pairing and gin tasting for an afternoon special event.

If you are a gin lover – experience the gin pairing and tasting notes with variations .

Take Pleasure in interactive cooking lessons of traditional South African cuisine with our local chefs and get to test your cooking skills afterwards. Choose between African and traditional warm Afrikaans Cuisine.

Visit our local community 1 hour away in a nearby village.

This tour allows you to see how the local people live, their culture and day to day program.

It also gives you the opportunity to interact with the children at grass roots level and generally a very enriching experience.

Take a opportunity to experience a once in a life time – first hand anti-poaching excursion on foot with an anti-poaching specialist. Learn more about the tracking methods and more about the plight of poaching of our precious wildlife. This experience will leave you with a clearer understanding and unforgettable memory.
A walk with Karongwe Private Game Reserve anti-poaching team is like taking a step into a completely different world. This is not just a walk through the bush. You walk through the bush while being aware of not just the wild animal but also of the so called kill zones and possible ambush zones and escape zones. You become aware of possible poacher might be waiting for darkness you also become aware of where to walk and where not to, you really become exposed to how real this war for conservation really is.

Even though this walk is filled with the dangers of not only the nature but also the poacher you definitely find sense of safety with the experience of the anti-poaching team.

4 hours broken down into 1 hour and 45 minute lessons. Each section will include a short guided practical session and the time for questions.
Lessons breakdown:
– introductions
– camera settings
– camera gear
– phone vs camera photography
– types of composition
– making an image
– building a colour style
– editing on your phone
– Lightroom
– editing on camera

Participants:
– will receive workbook
– each lesson will be recorded
– WhatsApp group

Karongwe Portfolio is proud to offer relaxing African spa treatments.
From heavenly aromas to herbal purity this unique body range of treatments is mesmerizing and awes-inspiring luxury.

African Awakening –
Drawing inspiration from the Marula tree and the African traditional healing beliefs, an ultra relaxing indulgent full body massage was created.

African Vigour –
A warm aroma blend infused with circulatory- boosting essential oils is coupled with a deep tissue massage relieving deep seated tension in the muscle.

Body exfoliation –
Our cleansing preparatory body scrubs are made of 100% natural blend of plant botanicals to gently and effectively eliminate dead skin cells.

Body Wrap –
Let your mind drift off while you are cocooned in a comforting envelopment of fragrant oils and African body wraps from our therapeutic range.

Thera Naka essential care facial –
Influenced by nature and focused on naturally improving the condition of the skin.

Hand rituals – Ideal for the hard working hands – experience the healing touch.
Foot ritual – The soulful journey will take your feet through a Geranium and pine sugar exfoliation whilst soaking in the herbal salt bath.

African Wood Massage – Mimicking the rhythmical patterns of an African dance, the Thera Naka signature spa massage is designed to relax and restore your weary body.