ABOUT NZUMBA
Unspoiled Escape in the Greater Kruger National Park
Nzumba Camp, our little piece of paradise, located in the North-Western part of Klaserie Private Nature Reserve which lies nestled between the Timbavati, Balule & Kruger National Park. The private nature of this remote wilderness sanctuary enables our valued guests to embrace, in their own time, the sounds, sights and smells of this authentic African bushveld experience. Devoid of other vehicle activity, you will be able to enjoy exclusive sightings, therefore offering great photo and video opportunities. A home-away-from-home feeling envelopes you as our passionate team indulges you and our inspired chefs take you on a culinary journey.
Nzumba traverses 7 000ha of pristine bushveld including the picturesque Klaserie River, which is the life blood of the reserve, as well as the well-known Olifants River which flows into the Kruger National Park. Safaris within this untamed region of the Greater Kruger National Park focus on the bush and its eco-systems, with the added excitement of getting involved in the tracking of Africa’s big game. Our experienced guides have taken great time to develop their safaris to ensure that you come away with a better understanding of this very special environment. Greet the day with an early morning gamedrive, being part of nature waking up, which includes a delectable coffee stop with homemade treats, as part of this experience.
Complete your day’s activities with an afternoon gamedrive, enjoying a drink watching the iconic African sunset before returning to camp on a nightdrive, enjoying the excitement that comes with viewing nocturnal animals.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
MATT & MEGAN
LODGE MANAGERS
The moment Matt arrived at his first safari in South Africa at eleven years old, he knew instantly that one day, he would live and work in the African bushveld.
After studying a degree in zoology in the UK, he pursued his childhood dreams of becoming a field guide.
Matt developed a close friendship with one of his peers on his training course, who has since become his brother-in-law.
Matt and Meg have spent some time in Namibia, where they continued to deepen their love for the adventures of wildlife, and moved back to South Africa to be a bit closer to Megs’s family after getting married in 2021.
After living in the city for far too long, they were determined to get back into the bush again which led them to the hidden gem that is Nzumba.
We both love going the extra mile and creating an unforgettable experience for guests, as Matt experienced firsthand when he was eleven.
We would love to make your dreams come true here at Nzumba, and impart our passion onto you. After watching hyenas move silently through the night at the lodge waterhole, we knew instantly that Nzumba was going to be a special place for us, and can’t wait to make it a special place for you too.
the Lowveld has to offer. From breath-taking scenic views, ticking birds off the list, to many enamouring Big5 encounters.
WILL & ABBI
ASSISTANT LODGE MANAGERS
With Will spending his family holidays in Kruger National Park almost every year since he was born, his love and passion for nature never stopped growing.
At first Will pursued a career racing superbikes which formed 16 years of his life taking him to race in various places like Spain, Holland and France. This all changed during Covid and gave reason for Will to change his favorite family holiday into a career.
Abbi from a very young age always knew she wanted to work in nature. Originally being from Cape Town, she was constantly surrounded by it.
By fate Will and Abbi applied to do the same field guide course and bonded instantly over their love for nature. After this they spent a short while working apart with Abbi in Namibia and Will here in the Lowveld.
Will and Abbi ended up together again in the Greater Kruger area and this has been their dream ever since. During their time together Will has since completed his FGASA level 2 and is currently in the process of becoming a lead trails guide! Abbi enjoys most enhancing guests experience by creating unforgettable memories with them through kindness, laughter and attention to detail.
Both Abbi and Will are eager to share their love for nature with everyone who joins them at Nzumba!
Will: “I was very fortunate to be shown nature in such a beautiful and inspiring way and I hope to show guests nature through my eyes too!”
Abbi: “We always like to tell our guests that they arrive as friends but leave as family, this idea is something I hold close to my heart”