Named after Colonel Stephenson Hamilton, who was instrumental in establishing the world famous Kruger National Park, Hamilton's Tented Camp reflects a safari adventure of the early twentieth century, where grace and style were the epitome luxurious living.
ROOM CONFIGURARTION
· 6 tents, sleeps 12 people
· 6 Double Rooms
GENERAL INFORMATION ON ALL ROOMS
· Each luxury tent has a romantic slipper bath and out door shower overlooking the Ngwenyeni Dam
· Each luxury tent has a private veranda
· Timber walkways
· Open tented lounge
· Silver service
· Personalised cuisine
· Secluded swimming pool for ultimate privacy
STANDARD ROOM FEATURES
· All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with outdoor showers
· Mosquito nets
· Slipper baths
· Air conditioner
· All rooms linked by intercom service
VIEWS FROM THE ROOM
· Spectacular views overlooking the Ngwenyeni Dam
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES
Check In – 13h00 | Check Out – 11h00
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Only GHD card holders and online members may reserve at the GHD Exclusive discounted rate!
| * Rates are quoted per person per night and include accommodation, three meals, - From: 30/Apr/2008
To: 30/Aug/2008 |
| Room Types |
Full Seasonal Rate |
Discount |
GHD Discounted rate |
| double standard room |
ZAR 2850.00 |
10% |
ZAR 2565 |
| single standard romm |
ZAR 4000.00 |
10% |
ZAR 3600 |
Only GHD card holders and online members may reserve at the GHD Exclusive discounted rate!
| Rates are quoted per person per night and include accommodation, three meals, - From: 31/Aug/2008
To: 30/Dec/2008 |
| Room Types |
Full Seasonal Rate |
Discount |
GHD Discounted rate |
| double standard room |
ZAR 3960.00 |
10% |
ZAR 3564 |
| single standard romm |
ZAR 5940.00 |
10% |
ZAR 5346 |
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Facilities and Services:
· Swimming Pool
· Butler Service
· Transfers can be arranged from Eastgate Airport in Hoedspruit and KMI Airport outside Nelspruit
· No Cell phone reception
· Welcome drinks on arrival
· Please advise if you have any dietary requirements
· The water is safe to drink, while bottled water is placed in your room courtesy of Hamiltons Tented Camp
Activities:
· Game Drives
· Bush Walks
· Bird Watching
· Self drive in the Kruger National Park
Climate:
Summer: Min Temp 17 C / 63 F – Max Temp 37 C / 99 F
Winter: Min Temp 9 C / 48 F – Max Temp 28 C / 83 F
Summer rainfall region, generally hot in summer. Thunderstorms often occur in the late afternoon, but do not last long. Winters are dry, with cold nights and early mornings.
What to Take:
Imbali is in a malaria area and malaria tablets are recommended all year round (Please consult your doctor).
Comfortable light clothing, walking shoes, sun hats, sunglasses, sun-block, insect repellent and bathing suits.
During wintertime it is still warm during the day but it can become very cold on the game drives and at night.
It is advisable to bring warm insulated jackets
Dining:
· Silver Service Dining overlooking the river
· Private dining
· Picnics by arrangement
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| Route Description: |
How to Get There:
BY AIR:
· SA Express from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit
· SA Airlink from Cape Town to Hoedspruit
· SA Airlink from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit
· Private Charters available to private airstrip, lodge will do transfer
Situated in the Kruger National Park in the Limpopo Province approximately:
· 50km from the Orpen Gate
· 80km from the Kruger Gate
· 110km from Hoedspruit
· 150km from Phalaborwa
· 155km from Makalali Game Lodge
· 170km from Greenway Woods
· 225km from Nelspruit
· 506km from Johannesburg
DIRECTIONS TO HAMILTONS TENTED CAMP
ORPEN GATE ENTRY:
(Estimated Driving Time: 2 hours)
• Take the H7 towards Satara
• Drive for approximately 6.7km
• Turn right onto the S106 (Dirt Road)
• After 1.6km, turn right onto the S140 towards Talamati
• After 19.5km, turn right onto the S145
• After 13kms you will reach a T-junction, turn right onto the S36
• 6.5kms further the roads forks, keep right (follow the Hamiltons signage and proceed through the no entry sign)
• Carry on along this road for 2kms, going through a low water bridge
• Approximately 400 meters after the low water bridge turn right at the no entry sign
• Take the first road to your right and you will find Hamiltons Tented Camp.
KRUGER GATE ENTRY:
(Estimated Driving Time: 2.5 hours)
• Take the H1-2 towards Skukuza
• Pass Skukuza and take the H1-2 towards Satara
• After approximately 20kms turn left onto the S36 (Dirt Road), it is signposted
• Carry on along the S36 for approximately 39kms, you will pass Lugmag Dam and Nhlanguleni Picnic Spot
• After 39kms on this road you will see a no entry sign, only guests of Hamiltons may enter, proceed through
• About 200 meters thereafter, turn left at the second no entry sign
• Take the first road to your right and you will find Hamiltons Tented Camp.
Please note the following;
Gate Entrance Fees:
Fees are currently R30 per person for RSA ID/passport holders, R60 per person for SADC ID/passport holders, and R120 per person for other passport holders. Please retain your receipt or permit, as it must be handed back to the attendant at the gate on departure.
Gate Entrance Times:
Please be aware of gate entrance times into Kruger National Park as they do vary throughout the year, depending on the season. Entrance into the park via Orpen Gate should be no later than two hours prior to gate closure time and via Kruger Gate should be no later than three hours prior to gate closure times.
Gate Opening Times:
October – March 05h30
April – September 06h00
Gate Closing Times:
November – February 18h30
March - April 18h00
May – July 17h30
August – October 18h00
Speed Limit:
Whilst driving within the Kruger National Park, please adhere to the legal speed limit of 50km per hour on tarred roads and 40km per hour on dirt roads.
Safety Precautions:
Please adhere to the Kruger National Park safety precautions, and do not disembark from your vehicle unless you are in a designated area.
Cellular Phone Coverage:
Cellular phone signal is only available at the entrance gates and close to Skukuza, it is therefore recommended to make your last necessary calls at the gate upon entry.
Contact:
In case of any queries, please contact us on (013) 735 8915. It is recommended that you let us know upon your entry into the park, to enable us to estimate your arrival time and assist you in the event of a breakdown.
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Warm Welcome to Hamiltons Tented Ca
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Parking |
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Pets Welcome |
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Non-smoking Rooms Available |
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Fax (at reception) |
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Minibar |
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Air-Conditioning |
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Telephone |
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Room Safe |
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TV |
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TV With Cable Or Satellite |
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Swimming Pool |
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Water Sports |
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Bicycle Rental |
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