Kuganha, once a three-tented camp just two and a half hours drive from Cape Town, was renowned for its immersive wildlife excursions, outstanding cuisine, and the kind of remote tranquillity that nourishes the soul. Now, this iconic retreat is being meticulously redesigned and is set to reopen in Summer 2025.
The new camp will feature a stunning main lodge with an entertainment area, a safari boma, and an infinity pool. Along the serene edge of a Karoo dam, ten exquisitely appointed tents will be thoughtfully positioned to harmonise with the surrounding landscape.
Where Remote is the New Luxury
This newly envisioned lodge promises amenities and services never before seen in its class. Each of the ten tented units will include its own dedicated wet spa room—complete with a cold plunge pool, sauna, steam room, twin hot tubs, a private deck pool, a Jacuzzi, and a salt floatation pool.
This unparalleled level of luxury ensures guests can fully relax, reconnect with themselves, and embrace the restorative power of nature.
Kuganha’s concept of ‘remote is the new luxury’ resonates throughout. The camp will offer a carefully curated two-night stay designed to immerse guests in a journey of personal renewal amid the untamed beauty of the Karoo. Enhancing the experience further, the main lodge will surprise with a wine cellar, a whisky room, and a 24-hour pantry.
Every moment, from arrival to departure, will be thoughtfully choreographed, with meals and beverages selected to reflect the distinctive flavours of the Tankwa Karoo.
A Signature Journey of Self-Conservation
The safari experience is set to be equally extraordinary. Guests can explore the 10,000-hectare private reserve on intimate, personalised guided expeditions, encountering abundant wildlife, including the Big Five, and delighting in a vibrant birdlife.
Sunset drinks beside the Kuganha dam will add a peaceful interlude to the day’s adventures, while talented chefs showcase a menu inspired by the local environment—each bite delivering an unexpected delight.
With a host of activities rooted in the landscape, guests will rediscover nature in its purest form. Here, barefoot luxury becomes more than a promise; it is a defining feature of your stay.
The Cape Town safari experience has never been more exceptional, promising unforgettable encounters just a short journey from the city.
With its exclusive luxury tented units, Kuganha’s rebirth offers guests a once-in-a-lifetime experience—a signature journey of self-discovery and conservation in the heart of the Western Cape’s remote Karoo wilderness.
A Glimpse into the Future
To mark this exciting transformation, the Aquila Collection—alongside ILTM—recently hosted an exclusive site visit to Kuganha. Guests were given a rare behind-the-scenes look at the progress and vision guiding the rebuild.
Set against the backdrop of the sweeping Karoo plains, the visit offered a tangible sense of what’s to come: a redefined standard of safari luxury, rooted in nature and designed for meaningful reconnection. This moment marked more than just a preview—it was a celebration of rewilding in its truest form.
