Rhino Walking Safaris
Mutlumuvi Concession Plains Camp, Kruger National Park 1350 South Africa
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Plains Camp is situated in the heart of a private 12 000 hectare wilderness concession 10km north east of Skukuza Rest Camp in the world famous Kruger National Park. The concession is an environmentally sensitive area which was previously unexplored, with huge diversity of both fauna & flora - an ideal setting for wilderness walking safaris in an internationally renowned big five area.It comprises of 4 en-suite luxury African explorer style tents with all the comforts of home with the African Wilderness on your doorstep. Built in authentic pioneer tradition, it has the serenity of a 19th century naturalist's rest, nestled in an Acacia Knobthorn thicket.Expansive decks surround the lounge and dining areas from where one can survey the vast Timbertene Plains and watch the big 5. The plunge pool is an ideal place to retreat during the heat of the day while the animals drink at the nearby waterhole.Guests can choose to walk to "Sleep Outs" - a giant tree house and spend a night under the African Skies.
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Mutlumuvi Concession Plains Camp, Kruger National Park 1350 South Africa
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Charming chalets, a little bit too cold for us, also in the restaurant (wintertime!) , friendly staff, good food, and fantastic game drives due to our guide Vusi. We saw a leppard eating an impala, wild dogs, which is most unusual. Thks.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Responded 25 Sept 2023
Thank you for your feedback. This passed winter was an exceptionally cold one for all of us as well! Best to pack your scarves and beanies, gloves and jackets when visiting the Kruger during winter. One great positive is the wonderful sightings one gets to see during the drier, colder months. We do hope you visit us again, maybe in Spring or Autumn when it's not too cold or too hot. Warm Regards
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What an incredible experience! We come regularly to visit the Kruger-nationalpark, but our 3-nights-stay at Rhino Walking Safaris was the best experience we ever had. The camp ist beautifully situated in the middle of the bush, with all the comfort you need, but in total respect for the nature around. The service was excellent in every way- from delicious food to the organization of the day- everything was perfect for us. But the best thing, of course, where the morning- and evening walks with our two guides Darryl and Orens. We learned a lot about animals, plants and we were lucky to see many of them: from buffalos to lions, elephants, hyenas or even wild dogs, an black rhino and a serval - it was amazing! And we always felt save. Thanks again to our guides.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Responded 25 Sept 2023
Dear Antje, WOW! Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We are so pleased with hearing that you had the best time. Your sightings were incredible! We would love to see you again in the future. Darryl sends his regards and hopes to see you soon. Warm wishes from Rhino
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If you have the opportunity to stay here - go fir it. It was the highlight of our South Africa trip. The team was exceptional in their work, but what made it special was that they really made us feel at home. The food was the best we had in South Africa and the experience of sleeping in these luxurious tents was something else as well. Thank you very much for taking such good care of us! To our safari guide Darryl: Thank you especially for your patience with all our questions - and we had a lot of them :D. Being able to see the animals and to learn so much about them was amazing. If you’re looking for a great overall experience and the chance to see the nature of South Africa not only from the top of a car, this is the perfect place for it.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Responded 22 May 2023
Dear Katarinainalna Thank you so much for the wonderful review. So glad you had a great time. I will be sure to pass on your compliments to Darryl and his team. I agree with you, it is always great to be able to experience nature from ground level too, something special. Kind regards Nikki Meyer Regional Operations Manager
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This is the place to stay, in the park versus having to drive in and out everyday. Staying in a luxurious tent watching elephants and hyenas walking by, 5 star dining, amazing waking safaries tracking rhinos, hippos, this is the way to do a safari. The evening drives combine perfectly with the walks, seeing every animal you could wish for and ending with sun downers in the most beautiful settings. Highly recommend!!!
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Responded 25 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your very valuable rating and recommendation. We appreciate your feedback and we just love the fact that you had a wonderful stay. We really hope you do return one day and tell all your friends about us. Warm Regards from the Kruger park and the team at Plains Camp!
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We thoroughly enjoyed our walks in nature and were very pleased with the information given by our Guide Darryl and the professional way he led our adventure. Even with a close proximity to animals in the Big Five category we were at ease
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 25 Sept 2023
Hi Mac, We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience. Thank you for sharing your feedback on this platform. We will be sure to praise Darryl on his great feedback. Warm Regards
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Thoroughly relaxing, well paced adventure with access to a plethora of animals when their mood dictates...excellent for observing. Food, accommodation and staff exceeded expectation - thoroughly recommended for anyone wishing to get away from the rat race.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Responded 30 Jan 2023
Dear Andrewbuk940 Thank you for the lovely review, we are delighted that you enjoyed a bit of peace in the African bush. It brings us great pleasure to look after you and make your stay special. Kind regards Nikki Meyer Operations Manager
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Linda G wrote a review Nov 2022
Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom181 contributions176 helpful votes
We stayed for two nights in Plains camp and had one night ‘under the stars’. The accommodation, food, company and sightings were memorable, exceptional and a highlight of our four week trip in South Africa. Arrival: make sure you follow the directions sent from the lodge, do not rely on sat nav. Easy to follow, car is parked at the lodge you are then transferred to the camp which is about 20 minutes. Accommodation: gorgeous, large comfy bed, bathroom good. Great tents. Food: we are both vegetarian, the food was fantastic and there was certainly plenty of it. Drink prices very very reasonable. Days: we did two bush walks a day, one in the morning the other in the early evening (before dark). We were lucky and had exceptional sightings but also learnt so much about the birds, flora and animal habits. Great guide, thank you Andrew plus colleagues. No rush. We were lucky enough to sleep under the stars at another camp about 20 minutes further in the bush for one night. Beautiful night, mesh tent in the tops of trees. This is definitely an experience not to be missed. After this we stayed in a ‘posh’ lodge with game drives, great but not a patch on Plains camp.…
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 30 Jan 2023
Hi LindaG733 Thank you for the super review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your get away in the bush, and the simplicity of a sleepout, sometimes the spectacular is found in life's little enjoyments, especially in nature. We hope that one day we might have the pleasure of hosting you again. Kind regards Nikki Meyer Operations Manager
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Had a great stay here. The main thing going in is to set expectations on animals. Bottom line is a variety of animals visit the plains camp and are viewable right outside the tents. But this is more of a bush walk experience than “safari”. Just don’t expect much in terms of animal encounters during the walks, and enjoy the nature itself. The guides take meals with the guests so it is a very personal experience which is also nice.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 30 Jan 2023
Dear Dave Dewey Thank you for the great review. You are right, sightings on foot are not as frequent as from a vehicle, but they are super special, and appreciation of nature in between is the right mindset to go with. It's a lovely alternative to game drives, with more opportunity to use all of your senses. A combined booking of Rhino Post (for game drives) and Plains Camp (for walking safaris) is ideal if one has the time. We are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you taking the time to post a review. Kind regards Nikki Meyer Operations Manager
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We have been to Plains Camp three times and every time we enjoy it more. A wonderful place to recharge. Love that there is no Wifi at Plains Camp, don't change that in a world where there is internet overload everywhere. Our four young adults loved it!
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Responded 30 Jan 2023
Dear Claire You really are a loyal supporter, and have become one of the family. So glad you had another lovely stay, and hopefully next time I'll see you, it was wonderful to meet you and your family on the previous trip. We love it when guests turn into lifelong friends. We appreciate the time and trouble you took to write a review, and the fact that you appreciate the break from the Wifi - it can be a contentious subject, but sometimes it's good to have a place where you can truly tune out from the busy world and immerse yourself in nature. Kind regards Nikki Meyer Operations Manager
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Having never done a walking safari trip before, my family and I were a little hesitant to book this trip however, once meeting the rangers and getting to the accommodation, we felt much more relaxed. The experience enabled us to be in the bush like we never had before and see many things that we perhaps would have just driven passed quickly normally. Darrel and his team were extremely welcoming and we would love to return in the future.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Responded 30 Jan 2023
Dear Erinfutter Thank you for the great review, we are so happy to have walking converts! There really is a different perspective when you're on foot, taking it a bit slower and utilising more of you senses. We look forward to your next visit. Kind regards Nikki Meyer Operations Manager
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US$926 - US$1,070 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, a lounge, and airport transportation.
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Guests can enjoy a lounge during their stay.
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Yes, secured parking is available to guests.
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The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Afrikaans.