With authentic buffalo dung walls, Camp Shawu captures the spirit of the ‘real Africa’ described by famous explorers of colonial times. This camp is situated in a 15,000 hectare private concession in South Africa's world-renowned Kruger National Park. Private decks overlooking the Mpanamana Dam, allow guests a privileged view of game gathering to drink.
Explore Africa's wildlife in and around Camp Shawu. Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino, cheetah, hippo and crocodile abound. You will return restored and rejuvenated - having absorbed the magical energy and spiritual presence inherent in the bush.
Accommodation
The Camp can accommodate 10 guests in 5 very large rooms overlooking the Mpanamana dam. All are luxuriously equipped with romantic ball and claw bath, sitting area facing open fireplace, ceiling fans and outside shower. A large verandah with reclining chairs and umbrella is the perfect spot from which to watch the game come down to drink.
Facilities
Spacious lounge
Indoor dining area
Outdoor dining area
Activities
Big 5 Game Viewing
Imagine taking in a magnificent sunset whilst you capture the moment of a pride of lions stalking their prey or possibly watching a buffalo or elephant strolling to a water hole. The rhino, with its extraordinary horns and bad temper or the leopard with its remarkable speed and skill to hunt. Many visitors to South Africa regard their trip as being incomplete without having spotted and photographed the Big 5.
Golf
Skukuza Golf Course is a magnificent course situated in the world-renowned Kruger National Park. The 9 hole, Par 72 is unfenced which means a game viewing adventure a will be included in this harmonious close-to-nature golfing experience. Play one of the most unique courses in the world!
Bird Watching
The Kruger National Park is home to more than 500 species of birds. Many of these are migratory birds like the African Hoopoe. This is also the home of the Giant Eagle Owl, the Largest of all the Owls. Birds to spot include Kingfishers, Storks, Shrikes, Weavers, Herons, Eagles, Vultures, Kites and many more. With such a variety of species of birds this truly is a bird watching haven.
Massages
Guests staying at any one of the three camps can book a range of relaxation massages at each of the camps. The lodges have a team of therapists that offer treatments including Aromatherapy Massages, Indian Head Massages and Foot Massages. The treatments can be done in the privacy of one's bedroom or on the room balconies.
Contact
Camp Shawu is part of the Shishangeni Lodge, Mpanamana Concession, Kruger National Park
PO Box 845, Komatipoort, 1340
Telephone: +27 13 735 3300
Facsimile: +27 13 735 3330
Location
By Air
Fly to KMIA, (the nearest airport).
Drive to the N4 through Malelane, stay on the N4 for about 40km until the left turn into Komatipoort.
Drive through the town of Komatipoort towards Crocodile Bridge gate (8km).
Once inside the Kruger National Park, travel for 4km and cross the Vurhami bridge.
Turn right at the first Shishangeni Lodge sign board onto a gravel road.
Turn right at the second sign board for Shishangeni Lodge (no entry sign).
Drive for about another 10km. This road will take you straight to the lodge.
By Road From The Nearest CBD
Drive through the town of Komatipoort towards Crocodile Bridge gate (8km).
Once inside the Kruger National Park, travel for 4km and cross the Vurhami bridge.
Turn right at the first Shishangeni Lodge sign board onto a gravel road.
Turn right at the second sign board for Shishangeni Lodge (no entry sign).
Drive for about another 10km. This road will take you straight to the lodge.
Please Note: Guests will be transfered from Shishangeni Private Lodge to the Camp Shonga and Camp Shawu.
Camp Shawu
