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Calao Tented Camp

Guernsey Road, Hoedspruit 1380, South Africa
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Chicago, Illinois
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2012

+ real bush experience : sleeping to the sound of crickets and waking up to the singing birds + lovely hosts + outdoor kitchen and dining area with gas stove, pots, cutlery + a zip-closed insect-free tent with nice and long bed (my husband is tall and he liked it) + solar lamps at night + they had a nice... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 August 2012

We had chosen Calao Camp based on the many positive reviews we had read and we are happy to report that we were very pleased with our choice! Martine and Jean Marc were the perfect hosts, discreet but welcoming, attentive, always willing to help out and paying attention to details in order to make our 4 night stay comfortable and... More

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 July 2012

Very nicely located near Kruger NP. The ultimate bush experience with very friendly owners and neighbors! We will go back whenever we are near! Pepijn A

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UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2012

Lovelly time in Calao. Perfect location just outside Kruger (30 mins) in the middle of the savanah you can hear all the animals. Good tents where you can barbecue and excellent service and reccomendations from lovelly Jean Marca and Martina Mario Read more: http://www.calaosafaris.com/commentaires/

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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012

My husband and I and 2 friends booked a weekend at Calao. We were upgraded to their 2 Luxury tents on arrival as there was no-one else staying there. The tents were beautifully done out, yet simple, lovely en suite bathrooms and piping hot water. Management provided all the utensils we required as well as a small fridge and also... More

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England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2010

From the moment we were collected from Hoedspruit Airport we were made to feel relaxed and we enjoyed every minute of our stay. Jean Marc took care of us and arrange a bush walk around a nearby reserve which was a fantatic way to get the UK flight out of our legs and get a taste of South Africa. We... More

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Chartres, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013
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Liege, Belgium
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013
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Brest, France
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2012
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Address: Guernsey Road, Hoedspruit 1380, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > Limpopo Province > Hoedspruit
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Swimming Pool
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Ranked #7 of 58 Speciality lodging in Hoedspruit
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Self-catering tented camp or DBB, at reasonable price in Kruger's area (35 mn from Orpen gate).A touch of adventure with comfort for the whol family! Enjoy the African bush, great birding; walk along Klaserie river in a quiet and safe surrounding. Ideal for families. Centrally located between Kruger park, Drakensberg's panorama route & famous private game reserves (Kapama, Thornybush, Timbavati). Big safari tents with bush bathrooms or bathrooms ensuite.Traditionnal Afrikaner dinner and breakfast on request. Big 5 game drives in private game reserves or game walks can be easily arranged. Lots of activities around including an exclusive cultural tour. ... more   less 

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