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Bateleur camp, place of the magnificent Bateleur EagleNamed after the magnificent eagle of the same name, Bateleur camp is Situated approximately 40km south west of Shingwedzi on the banks of the Mashokwe stream, amidstbeautiful Mopani savannah country in the north of the Kruger National Park.
Built in the 1980s, it is the oldest and smallest of the bushveld camps in the Park. As part of a relatively new concept of building smaller more luxurious camps, catering for a small number of guests, It is a private and intimate camp, with a unique atmosphere and superb game viewing. Only residents are allowed in the camp and on the access roads to the camp, which will particularly suit people who like watching birds undisturbed and those who prefer to be alone with nature. Learn more about Bateleur bushveld camp by clicking on any of the items in the menu below;
 Bateleur Eagle copyright © South African tourism General info,... The variety of Flora that can be found in the Bateleur camp region, includes the Natal Mahogany tree, Brack Thorn Mustard Tree, Sausage Tree, Apple Leaf, Mixed Bushwillow, Silver Cluster Leaf, Round Leafed Teak, Buffalothorn, Sycamore Fig, Magic Guarri, Marula, Jackalberry, Leadwood, Mopane, Wilddate Palm, Weeping Boer Bean, reeds and mixed Acacias.  Game viewing hide at the camp Bateleur Camp, Place of the Bateleur Eagle, Kruger National Park copyright © SANparks Bateleur camp offers excellent game viewing. In addition to a floodlight that has been fitted for nocturnal viewing, there is a game viewing hide inside the camp, overlooking a permanent waterhole and quite often you can see Elephants enjoying a bath. Animals often to be seen around Bateleur include the Eland, Nyala, Elephant and the rare Tsessebe, an attraction for anyone interested in the shy antelope species.  Baobab tree at sundown near the camp Bateleur Camp, Place of the Bateleur Eagle, Kruger National Park copyright © South African tourism Two dams, Silwervis and Rooibosrand, are within close range of the camp and are restricted to the residents of Bateleur camp. They offer a large variety of game to be spotted, including Hippo, Crocodile, Bushbuck and Nyala along with fantastic birdlife and you may well be rewarded by spotting one of the "Big 5". Other species to look for in this area are Blue Wildebeest (Gnu), Burchell's Zebra, and Buffalo amongst others. The rest camps in the Kruger National Park in general offer superb birding opportunities. The advantage of the bushveld camps including Bateleur camp is that there is less disturbance in the area by other visitors. Silvervis dam in particular is a great spot for birders, with spectacular birdlife all year round. Species to look for are the Greater Painted Snipe, the White-backed Duck, the Osprey and of course the Bateleur Eagle to name but a few. <<< Top of Page Map,...  Pair of Elephant bulls Bateleur Camp, Place of the Bateleur Eagle, Kruger National Park Photograph by Arno Meintjes Go to SANParks.org to view a map of the Kruger National Park showing the locationof Bateleur camp, then click on the map to enlarge. Go to SANParks.org to view a map of the Bateleur bushbeld camp showing the lay out of the camp itself, then click on the map to enlarge. <<< Top of Page Facilities,...  Game drive and Leopard encounter copyright © South African tourism The Bushveld camps in the Kruger National Park have been kept small and intimate, offering guests a private and exclusive bushveld experience. Facilities are limited to those necessary for a small group of people. These include Information and Reception, Public Telephones, and a Mini-shop stocking basic items such as firewood, ice and phone cards, but no food. Major camp facilities are available at the nearest main rest camp, which is Shingwedzi. The information desk at the reception of the camp can give you detailed information about all the facilities available, which include the following;
Accommodation,...  Guest cottage at the camp Bateleur Camp, Place of the Bateleur Eagle, Kruger National Park copyright © SANparks Bateleur bushveld camp is the best equipped of the bushveld camps in the Kruger National Park, offering seven fully equipped luxury cottages which are serviced daily. The cottages have white washed walls and are thoughtfully arranged in a grove of well-established trees on the banks of the Mashokwe river. There are barbecue facilities at each cottage and at the recreation centre. All lodging is serviced daily and supplied with bedding, towels and soap. The accommodation of Bateleur camp comprises the following;
Activities,...  Pair of Bateleur Eagles, left the Male and right the Female Bateleur Camp, Place of the Bateleur Eagle, Kruger National Park Photograph by Arno Meintjes Relax in the Bateleur bushveld camp game viewing hide, which overlooks a waterhole and watch the animals coming for a drink. Go on a night drive and take part in the nocturnal activities of the bushveld’s nightlife. Explore the bush on foot on a guided bushwalk accompanied by well trained and armed game rangers. Track Rhino, Elephant and Lion on foot and learn and observe fascinating facts about the African bush. All bookings, as well as further details for these activities are available from reception. Activities offered at the camp include the following;
<<< Top of Page Climate,...  Magnificent Kudu bull Bateleur Camp, Place of the Bateleur Eagle, Kruger National Park Photograph by Arno Meintjes Kruger National Park lies in a summer rainfall area with occasional bursts of quick summer storms (which can be quite heavy) occurring later in the day, cooling the air and settling the dust. The summer months (October to April) are hot and often quite humid. Winters are warm and mild with cool evenings. Visitors going on night drives during the winter period may require warm clothing. <<< Top of Page How to get there,...  This Hippo is keeping its eye on you Bateleur Camp, Place of the Bateleur Eagle, Kruger National Park Photograph by Arno Meintjes BY AIR: The airport closest to Bateleur bushveld camp is Gateway Airport, which is situated approximately 3km from the Phalaborwa entrance into the Kruger National Park. There are daily scheduled flights between Gateway and OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.BY ROAD VIA PHALABORWA GATE: Travelling from Johannesburg or Pretoria, take the N1 toll-road to Polokwane (Pietersburg). 40km before Polokwane turn right onto the R71 and head for Tzaneen. After Tzaneen, continue with the R71 towards Phalaborwa and the gate. Allow between 6 to 7 hours for the trip to the gate.<<< Top of Page Accommodation availability,...  Leopard relaxing on a tree branch Bateleur Camp, Place of the Bateleur Eagle, Kruger National Park Photograph by Arno Meintjes Go to SANParks.org to view a monthly calendar with accommodation availability details of Bateleur camp.
Reservations,...  Vulture on the lookout for a meal - Bateleur bushveld camp Photograph Arno Meintjes Go to SANParks.org to book your reservation for the Bateleur bushveld camp in the Kruger National Park on the official reservations page of the South African NationalPark's website. Tariffs,... Go to SANParks.org to view the tariffs applicable for the Bateleur bushveld camp on the official tariff page of the South African National Parks (SANparks) website. Top of Page |
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