FAQ

• We are approximately 50-minutes flying time from Johannesburg’s OR International Tambo Airport.
• Scheduled or private charter flights land at Hoedspruit’s Eastgate airport or Kateka’s Airstrip, where either a helicopter or vehicle will be waiting to transfer you to the lodge.

• Alternatively, enjoy the 6-hour scenic drive from Johannesburg to Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, with a further 20 minute drive to the lodge within the reserve.

From Johannesburg

• From Johannesburg follow the N1 towards Polokwane
• Exit onto R71 towards Tzaneen
• Continue on R71 through Magoebaskloof, at Tzaneen keep on R71
• Follow R71, past Letsitele and Gravelotte (take note the R71 becomes R526)
• At the T-junction turn right onto the R40 (signs indicating Mica, Hoedspruit)
• Pass through the town of Hoedspruit and take the R40 road towards Eastgate Airport
• Approximately 8km’s after leaving Hoedspruit, turn left towards Eastgate Airport, you will pass through the Guernsey control gate
• Travel for about 27km’s passing the airport, cross the Klaserie River Bridge, ahead you will see the Enkhuhlu Timbavati/ Klaserie Private Nature Reserve Control Gate
• At the gate, inform the security personnel that you are travelling to Kateka and settle the gate fee, payable in cash or card
• Travel approximately 21km’s straight on the tar road, speed limit is 50km p/h.
• The sign to Kateka is on the right of the road, you will turn left, travel 1.1km down the sand road and you will arrive at the Kateka entrance

From Hoedspruit

• From Hoedspruit take the R40 road towards Eastgate Airport
• Approximately 8km’s after leaving Hoedspruit, turn left towards Eastgate Airport, you will pass through the Guernsey control gate
• Travel for about 27km’s passing the airport, cross the Klaserie River Bridge, ahead you will see the Enkhuhlu Timbavati/ Klaserie Private Nature Reserve Control Gate
• At the gate, inform the security personnel that you are travelling to Kateka and settle the gate fee, payable in cash or card
• Travel approximately 21km’s straight on the tar road, speed limit is 50km p/h.
• The sign to Kateka is on the right of the road, you will turn left, travel 1.1km down the sand road and you will arrive at the Kateka entrance

What wildlife can I expect to see?
The Klaserie Private Nature Reserve is home to the “Big Five” and many other iconic African wildlife species, including breeding herds of elephants, warthogs, and numerous other creatures. The area is also renowned for excellent birding opportunities, featuring African fish eagles, saddle-billed storks, and vultures.

Kateka offers:

• F45 Gym
• Infrared Sauna
• Indoor Ice Bath and Heated Jacuzzi
• Roof Top Yoga Deck
• Wash and Styling Bay
• Boutique Shop

• Yoga: Complimentary classes with instructors on the rooftop overlooking the African savanna, or private one-on-one sessions available.
• Meditation & Mandla Beading: Disconnect from technology and enjoy this relaxing art form with a side twist of prayer & meditation.
• Art Therapy: Express yourself artistically through coloring, drawing, painting, collage, or sculpting. Adult art therapy coloring books are provided in rooms, with additional options available through wellness therapists.

Wellness is integrated into all aspects of the guest experience at Kateka. The lodge encourages guests to focus on themselves and their well-being in a serene environment that allows them to disconnect from external distractions and immerse themselves in the healing power of nature.