Kaingo Game Reserve

Kaingo is a destination of outstanding scenic beauty, an African Eden. Situated 2.5 hours from Johannesburg, this is the perfect malaria-free safari holiday!

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"What a beautiful bird!" exclaimed our guest from behind binoculars.
"Where?" was the next question, from me.
"There" was the reply.

They got this photo of a magnificent Giant Kingfisher.

Did you know that they line their nests with crab carapaces and fish bones before nesting?

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Traffic congestion and road rage takes on a different meaning on Kaingo! Reverse gear comes in very handy when the safari vehicle seemingly heads up the wrong way in a one way bush path – or at least that is the assumption as 50 buffalo hastily make their way towards the vehicle.

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Young animals of all species tend to have more fun than their older counterparts. These two for example. Young males, training for the day that they're in line to face off against a strong opponent for domination of a herd of females. For now though, fun is the name of the game!

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"The day that Melany saved a Safari". Our latest weekly blog post is available on our website. Come read all about the experience on our wonderfully informative #KaingoNews blog. Also feel free to read our other blog posts and emerge yourself in daily life on Kaingo Game Reserve.

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#Poetry @kaingo_reserve

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Many smaller potholes and features can be explored and the area is frequented by Cape clawless otters which hunt for frogs and crabs in the myriad of pools and ponds. #KaingoWildlife

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The Kaingo potholes is a favourite stop on a game drive. Over millennia the rushing waters of the Mokolo river have formed the most amazing rock features. Some rocks have massive holes carved in them, big enough for a friendly Kaingo guide to stand in! #KaingoExperience

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Winter… for us at Kaingo it brings up images of a warm coffee on a morning game drive. Not that the bushveld has much of a winter. Today started off at 8 degrees celsius and it quickly warmed to 24 degrees. Mild winter days for full enjoyment of nature and all it has to offer.

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Kaingo is a place of great diversity. Not only can you enjoy the most amazing bushveld scenery but take a long relaxing walk on the beach. Yes you read correctly – Along the Mokolo river we have a wonderful sand beach where you and your loved one can enjoy the fresh Kaingo air.

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Feeling like staying in your pajamas all day this winter? These guys never take theirs off! The unique stripes of zebras make them one of the animals most familiar to people. #KaingoFact: Stripes on zebras are like human fingerprints; each one is unique. #KaingoWildlife

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Why not make your winter less dull by coming to visit us? Come enjoy a hot cup of coffee at Kaingo with the most beautiful winter views and create some special winter memories along the way. #KaingoWildlife #KaingoWinter

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Winter on Kaingo Game Reserve is a very special time of year. The underbrush is less dense, allowing for a better view of smaller mammals and critters, and birds stand out like splashes of colour against the contrasting winter canvas of the bushveld.

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World Meat Free Week, 11-17 June 2018. Kaingo takes pride in catering for all dietary requirements. South African cuisine is as diverse as its population and the menus carefully created by Kaingo's chefs reflect this. #wmfw #KaingoCraftedCuisine

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"The poetry of earth is never dead." - John Keats.

So many beautiful spots to visit that it's just too hard to pick one... Come enjoy the beautiful landscapes, botany and scenery at Kaingo Private Game Reserve.

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Here at Kaingo's Elephant Lodge, we offer only the best quality accommodation and our staff members are fully committed to making each moment of your stay memorable. Please visit our website for more information on https://t.co/fToRFDum3u

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Our reception area is often the first indoor area guests will see upon arrival at #ElephantLodge. This beautiful welcoming area gives a great feel for what to expect in other lodge areas and mimics the warmth you'll experience throughout your stay with us. #KaingoAccommodation

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They're amazing with kids and adults alike on walks, game drives and activities, and make every effort to give all guests the ultimate Kaingo experience. #KaingoHeroes

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Yes indeed, winter is upon us. However, that shouldn't deter you from enjoying our amazing #WalkingTrails with our #FieldGuides. They are experts in their field, loaded with fun and interesting facts of all our wildlife, botanical plants, etc., and have the warmest personalities.

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The finfoot is an underwater specialist with a long neck, a striking sharp beak, and bright red, lobed feet. #KaingoBirding #KaingoExperience @BirdLife_SA

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Kaingo is home to the rare and very secretive African Finfoot. Even experienced ornithologists see them very rarely, making them a prized sighting for birders and twitchers. As they are so elusive, it is not known if they spend most of their time in the water, or on land.

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#KaingoFact: At Kaingo, the finfoots are seen regularly along the Mokolo river during a game drive or on our river cruises. The finfoot feeds on aquatic invertebrates, including both adults and larval mayflies, dragonflies, crustaceans, also snails, fish and amphibians.