PRIVATE GAME BUSH LODGES |
Geiger’s Camp
Timbavati Game Reserve, Mpumalanga, Luxury South African Safari
Location:
Privacy, elegance with a hint of rustic charm, and a great sense of tranquillity, this is what guests can look forward to at Geiger’s Camp.
An opulent African adventure is in store, in the Timbavati and Umbabat Private Nature Reserve. Perched on a ridge, this hideaway boasts
panoramic views of the Nhlaralumi River and Big Five terrain.
Geiger’s Camp was originally a traditional family house and thus maintains a homely atmosphere, beyond its luxuriousness. Walls are decorated
with stunning artworks, painted by owner, Marion Geiger-Orengo, brining the splendour of the outdoors inside.
Accommodation:
An exclusive hideaway built from rock and stone, Geiger’s Camp comprises four private rooms, each with its own private deck overlooking the bush.
This camp is ideally suited to families or small groups of up to six persons travelling together. Each room has been uniquely and tastefully styled
by owner, Marion Geiger-Orengo along with Cape Town interior decorator, David Strauss, bringing together an eclectic mix of furniture and décor.
The camp’s main deck has a private oval infinity pool with uninterrupted views of the bush, but guests are also able to make use of the Main Camp’s
facilities, only two kilometres away.
DINING
Dining at Motswari Private Game Reserve is a unique African experience, with a hint of fine dining flair.
Meals are taken either at a scenic location out on the trail with one of the highly-trained guides or in the lounge area and, depending on the
season, evenings can be spent dining in the bush or inside the open-air boma, a traditional meeting-place.
Meals are accompanied by an award-winning selection of Southern African wines.
Visits to Motswari Main Camp and Geiger’s Camp (as well as the Giraffe’s Nest Hide) are inclusive of brunch, high tea (late lunch) and dinner.
Bush breakfasts are specially arranged on occasion. A romantic dinner for two may also be experienced, when staying at Giraffe’s Nest Hide.
OPEN AIR BOMA
Lanterns and a controlled fire pit set an alluring atmosphere at the private, open-air boma, located at Geiger’s Camp. Indigenous vegetation and African décor
further add an inviting touch to this sophisticated dining area, which includes only a handful of tables – each one attractively laid, with great attention to detail.
SWIMMING POOL
Geiger’s Camp includes a private infinity
pool which is exclusively available to
the camp’s guests. The swimming pool
is conveniently located on the terrace,
just beyond the camp’s rooms, and
offers direct views over the bush. Artistic
loungers, outdoor tables and chairs, and
large cushions around the pool create a
welcoming environment. Geiger’s Camp
guests are also free to make use of the
pool located at Motswari Private Game
Reserve’s main camp.
GAME DRIVES
Outstanding game viewing opportunities are taken in from the vantage
point of an open Land Rover on morning and evening game drives. These
experiences are led by professional field guides and trackers who share
valuable insight into the wild.
A private vehicle and guide can be arranged for a minimum of four guests,
at an extra cost per day. This is inclusive of two game drives per day.
SAFARI WALKS
The finest of nature’s details are discovered on the reserve’s special guided
safari walks, which can be arranged on request after the morning game
drive and breakfast. This experience is led by a professional guide and
provides guests with the opportunity to view small fauna and flora from a
unique perspective.
SAFARI INTEREST TALKS
Fascinating information, covering various topics,
is shared by the reserve’s experienced game
rangers in a relaxed environment. Guests are also
able to pose questions and learn more about
the exquisite environment in which they find
themselves. This discussion takes place over
a lovely high tea, which includes a wonderful
range of eats.
GIRAFFE’S NEST HIDE:
OVERNIGHT EXPERIENCE
A short game-drive away from Main Camp, a private under the
stars experience for two awaits. At this special location,
overlooking the Xanatsi Dam, guests staying at Main Camp or
Geiger’s Camp have the opportunity to be treated to a luxury
tree-house sleep out, at an additional cost. Open-air viewing
of the skies is possible, yet the room is completely secure
and extremely private, and can be covered with a retractable
canvas roof.
Guests are escorted to the dam by a guide, shortly before
sunset, and are then left to enjoy the tranquillity and privacy
of this amazing location until the following morning. Drinks
and a delicious simple dinner will be provided. Adding to the
comfort of this location, an eco-bathroom is available upstairs
so there is no need for guests to leave the platform above the
landscape.
CHILD POLICY
• Children under the age of sixteen are only
permitted when the camp is booked for exclusive use
• Children must be older than sixteen to participate in game drives
• Children may join on game drives at the guide’s discretion
• Persons must be sixteen years or older to participate in bush walks
• Persons must be eighteen years or older for the Giraffe’s Nest Hide overnight experience
All photos / info supplied with permission by Geiger’s Camp / Newmark Hotels