About this place
Talamati, a Xitsonga word meaning "lots of water", is a bushveld camp in the central-western Kruger National Park, set above the bed of the Nwaswitsontso River. Despite the name the river is usually dry, but its clay soils hold water below the surface, and the camp overlooks a productive valley that draws game throughout the day and night.
The camp sits in a sloping valley and hill landscape dominated by knob thorn and bushwillow, recognised as a good game-viewing region. Giraffe, kudu, eland, impala, zebra, rhino, buffalo, lion and hyena all move through the area, and the camp's waterhole and bird hide reward patient watching, including after dark.
Reached only by resident access roads, Talamati offers a quiet, self-catering bush stay within reach of the larger rest camps. A reception with a small shop, a communal boma and individual braais serve the units, and guided bush walks and game drives are available with trained field guides.
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Around the camp
Talamati as SANParks lays it out. Choose the part of camp you would like; we ask for it when you request availability, and SANParks assigns the unit when they confirm.
Where would you like to be?
Schematic, not to scale.
What the codes mean
SANParks names every unit by a code. The letters say what it is, the number says how many it sleeps, and any letters after that mark a view, an accessible unit or a perimeter position. Tap a code for that room's rates and photos.
Not sure which code to ask for? Dassie has the Talamati key in front of it.
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Availability
Any available room
4 rooms, sleeps 4 to 6
Check-in
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October 2026
November 2026
A night is shown as unavailable only when every room is taken.
Where you'll sleep
Choose a room type. We confirm availability with SANParks once you send your dates.
Cottage CO4
Own kitchen
4 guests
Sleeps up to 4 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 2 single beds - Double sleeper couch in lounge - Fan - Kitchen - No restaurant facilities available in this camp - No smoking - WC, shower and bath
Guest Cottage GC6
Own kitchen
6 guests
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - 2 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds - Double sleeper couch in lounge - Fan - Kitchen - No restaurant facilities available in this camp - No smoking - WC and bath - WC and shower - WC, shower and bath
Guest Cottage GC6D
Own kitchen
6 guests
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 2 single beds - 1 bedroom with double bed - Braai area with sand surface - Double sleeper couch in lounge - Fan - Kitchen - No restaurant facilities available in this camp - No smoking - No veranda - Plastic chairs - WC and bath - WC and shower
Guest Cottage GC6E
Own kitchen
6 guests
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - 2 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds - Double sleeper couch in lounge - Fan - Kitchen - No smoking - Veranda - WC and bath
Nature
What lives at Talamati Bushveld Camp
3 animals, 56 birds and 14 trees and plants recorded here or nearby.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
Location
±19 km from Orpen Gate · nearest town Hoedspruit, ±65 km · nearest airport Skukuza Airport (SZK), ±45 km
Straight-line distances. Park roads are slower, so allow more time than the numbers suggest.
Important information
Check-in and check-out
Check-in Time
14:00 - 18:00
Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.
Check-out Time
By 10:00
Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.
Cancellation and changes50% refund 30+ days
Refund schedule
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
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Pet policyNo pets
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed
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Before you book
Payment terms
Payment is required at the time of booking to secure your reservation.
Cancellation PolicyStrict
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
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House rules
Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Talamati Bushveld Camp located?
Talamati Bushveld Camp is inside Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga, about 19 km from Orpen Gate. The nearest town is Hoedspruit, about 65 km away, and the nearest airport is Skukuza Airport (SZK), about 45 km away. These are straight-line distances; park roads are slower.
How many guests can Talamati Bushveld Camp accommodate?
CO4 (COTTAGE) sleeps 4, GC6 (GUEST COTTAGE) sleeps 6, GC6D (GUEST COTTAGE) sleeps 6 and GC6E (GUEST COTTAGE) sleeps 6.
How do I book Talamati Bushveld Camp?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with SANParks, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom. Nearby Spekboom stays book the same way if you want to mix nights inside the park with a stay outside.
Book your stay
Request to book. Send your dates and we will confirm availability with SANParks.
Nothing is charged until the host says yes
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