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We can confirm that it’s not called “charming Chacma” without good reason. Chacma is a serene camp built around a small pan in the uncrowded and wildlife-rich Maseke Game Reserve, which forms part of the Greater Balule region. The landscape here is unique – one can expect undulating terrain strewn with boulders and flecks of mica in certain areas. There is a high density of elephants in the area, which regularly frequent the grounds in front of camp. Chacma’s huge drawcard is it’s on-site pan/waterhole that almost feels like it’s in camp! Elephants, kingfishers, plains game and the occasional curious big cat can be spotted at the pan. This is the camp to visit if you enjoy languid days sitting on poolside patios watching wildlife. With just three rooms, guests are always ensured a hands-on, personalised safari experience at Chacma Bush Camp.

The camp lifestyle at Chacma Bush Camp

There is a slow pace of life at Chacma Bush Camp, where downtime is spent swimming or relaxing on the sun loungers around the pool. During the midday heat, it’s not uncommon to see large animals like elephants and buffalo making their way down to the waterhole in front of camp. More active individuals choose to make their way up to the koppie behind the camp to enjoy the views. Evenings are spent relaxing in the boma area around the campfire, under the star studded night sky.

The safari accommodation offerings at Chacma Bush Camp

Chacma sleeps a maximum of 10 people in total, in a variety of room configurations.

Best for multigenerational families or friends travelling: The Klipspringer chalet is the largest chalet and comes complete with a refreshing outdoor shower. There is an ensuite toilet for privacy. In total, this room has capacity to sleep four adults or two adults and four children. The bed configuration comprises a King size bed/converter, sleeper couch and two stretcher beds. It works well for a close-knit family. Views are of the swimming pool and wilderness; and it’s the first room you see upon entering the property.

Best for families with small kids/teens: The Grysbok chalet is adjacent to Klipspringer. This chalet has two separate bedrooms, which is great for those wanting more privacy. It can work for friends travelling who are comfortable sleeping in bunk beds. The main bedroom is perfect for two adults, and the smaller bedroom has bunk beds ideal for two children. Bathroom wise, there is a large indoor shower and en suite bathroom. The view is of the wilderness, pool and main area.

Best for Romantics: The Steenbok chalet has a bedroom that overlooks a patio and portion of the pan/waterhole. There is an expansive bathroom leading off from the main bedroom. This chalet can sleep four people and has exquisite direct views of the waterhole. It adjoins the main area and is not a freestanding chalet like Klipspringer and Grysbok. Although it can sleep four, two of them will be on a sleeper couch bed.

The safari experience at Chacma Bush Camp

There is a set schedule for the safari experience at Chacma, but allowances are made for special occasions. The safari experience centres around two game drives per day, each one conducted during prime predator time. The evening game drive moves into the night, taking advantage of the opportunity to spot nocturnal predators as they rouse from their daylight slumber. Morning drives you will spot a plethora of birdlife and early-morning antics from plains game. The drive departs early enough for you to potentially spot crepuscular creatures. Morning drives stop for coffee and evening drives stop for sundowner drinks of your choice. In-camp activities include koppie walks to the backdrop of camp to enjoy vistas from above. Extra activities include a traditional braai, special occasion setups, sundowners experiences, bush walks and/or bush breakfasts.

Cool ways to experience Chacma Bush Camp

• Combine it with a dedicated 3-day Kruger walking safari at Africa on Foot Wilderness Trails
• Bring the family and book all the rooms – sleeps
• Propose to a loved on in front of elephants on your private patio of the Steenbok Chalet
• Bring your camera and walk up to the koppie behind camp – insane bird’s eye view of the Greater Kruger
• Do some lengths in the pool while the elephants splash and make a noise at the adjacent pan/waterhole at camp. So surreal!

 

Chacma Bush Camp is a safari hideaway in the Maseke Balule Game Reserve, and is a place where safari dreams come true.