Pungwe is a small intimate authentic safari camp which brings back the essence of a true safari experience. Our comfortable en-suite meru-style tents are reminiscent of days when safaris were all about the sights, sounds and smells of the bush. Our camp is about the bush, the animals, the unique experiences and the subsequent regaling of these by the iconic fireside.
Our guided morning safaris and bush walks put you in touch with the bush, immerse you in your surroundings and enable you to encounter wildlife at a unique level. Our afternoon/evening game drives ensure that your sightings are up-close and personal - the perfect combination to create lasting memories.
The four en-suite Meru-style tents at Pungwe offer simple elegant comfort, security, hot and cold running water for baths or showers and an exceptional feeling of truly being in the African bush. Under canvas you will not only hear, but feel the roar of the lion, the throaty cough of a leopard and the fiery necked hightjar celebrating the night.
Situated in the southern part of the 22 000ha big five Manyeleti Reserve, Pungwe shares unfenced boundaries with two world-renowned reserves, the Sabi Sand Reserve to the south and the Kruger National Park to the east, allowing for free movement of wildlife between the three reserves. This ensures that Pungwe's guests will be privy to some spectacular game viewing without having to share the sightings with numerous other visitors.
Pungwe is proud of its links to the adjacent communities - all our wonderful staff are from the surrounding villages and are passionate about both the Manyeleti and Pungwe. Some of our staff have been here for over 20 years and their wealth of knowledge of the reserve uniquely equips them to give you the experience of a lifetime. The camp purchases most of its supplies and services from local businesses and our support of local children at the Pfukani Creche in Thorndale is an ongoing project very close to our hearts.
Staying here really gives you the bush experience as it should be. With only four tents, a maximum of eight people can stay in the camp. No fences, no electricity and animals walking through the camp. The rangers are great during the game drives en walks and have a lot of knowledge about the bush. It has been the best experience of our trip!
Nadia Frijns, Vorendaal, The Netherlands
A true and authentic bush experience, wilderness at its best.
Dining under the stars, having lions chasing buffaloes 10m away from our table! Once in a lifetime! Special thanks to the staff cooking wonders on the fire, and making everything so comfortable. Will be back, for sure!
S Faill, South Africa
Pungwe Safari camp was definitely the highlight of our stay in South Africa. This was everything we could dream of for a safari. A tent with the luxury of a hotel room, wild animals right outside the camp, great food and above all - fantastic hosts... We truly felt like staying with friends we had known for a long time.
Jean V, De Haan, Belgium
Thank you to everyone at Pungwe for a truly sublime experience. I was able to connect to the African bush more than anywhere else I've been so far. From the once in a lifetime game viewing to the attentive and beautiful people that make up the Pungwe family, it was a stay I won't ever forget. The raw intimate nature of this little slice of Africa truly tunes you into what is important.
Phillipa, Cape Town, South Africa
This was truly what I was looking for - an African adventure! Food was so delicious and the tent was extremely comfortable and not having electricity or WiFi or cell service made the entire experience so much better. The staff took such good care of us. Our guide and tracker made sure we saw all the Big Five animals up very close. It was perfect from start to finish.
Peggy P, Hampton, Georgia, USA
Pungwe Safari Camp
Manyeleti Game Reserve
Mpumalanga
South Africa
Tel: +27 82 853 9533
Email: info@pungwe.co.za
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