About Us
Pafuri Camp lies on a gentle bend along the northern bank of the Luvuvhu River, under the shade of enormous ebony and nyala berry trees. The Luvuvhu draws many different animals to its waters, from elephant, buffalo and nyala to wading birds and fish eagles. The main deck has ample room to sit and watch the daily passage of wildlife to and from the river, and the swimming pool is perfect for cooling off in the heat of the day. The dining and lounge areas are open to the river view, and a lower-level terrace is perfect for watching sunrise with a cup of freshly brewed coffee, or sipping sundowners as the sky darkens and the crickets begin to sing.

 

The Camp
The camp has 20 tents, six of which are family tents sleeping four people. Each tent is on a raised platform two metres off the ground and joined by elevated walkways. This allows wildlife to move undisturbed to and from the river, and also catches the breeze moving through the tree canopy overhead. The bathroom is en suite with both indoor and outdoor showers for those who would like to bathe under the stars! The main area, with its large decks and open-sided lounge and dining rooms, forms the centre of the camp. The tents are spread out along the riverbank on either side effectively creating two “wings” – Pafuri East and West. The colourful fabrics with which the camp is furnished have been made locally and reflect the culture of the Makuleke community. The décor has been designed to represent elements of the local heritage and history, its unique stone walls evocative of the famous Thulamela culture that existed in the area in the 1500s. Pafuri Camp blends into its surroundings and offers a superb all-round experience. The diverse Pafuri region forms an integral part of anyone’s visit to the Kruger National Park.

 

 

Pafuri Weddings
Come and celebrate your wedding with your loved ones on the gentle bend of the Luvuvhu River at Pafuri Camp. The camp is situated in one of the most remote and pristine areas of the Kruger National Park. You have various options to choose from concerning your safari wedding. We want to help you tailor your wedding to suit your needs and create an experience to exceed your wildest romantic expectations. Ceremony There are various options for the ceremony but we recommended one of the following: Under a Tree Canopy - Levuvhu East / Twin Baobabs - Levuvhu West When the intense heat of the day starts to subside, wedding guests will gather on the main deck of the lodge where they will be met by the Pafuri guides who will then transfer them to a clearing under the shade of some Appleleafs and Nyala Trees or to a magestical site where two Baobabs catch the suns last rays of the day. At the site, the guests will be met by the Pafuri Choir, dressed in traditional Shangaan clothes. The choir will entertain the guests with their dancing and singing to set the mood for an unforgettable evening! Vows will be exchanged under the big overhanging branches of a Nyala Tree when choosing ceremony site 1. Otherwise it will be exchanged under the interlinking branches of the Twin Baobabs. As the sun starts to disappear behind the trees and the shadows start to getlonger, guests are invited to toast the new couple on the start of their new life together. At site 1, the sundowners and snacks will be enjoyed at the same place where the ceremony took place. At site 2, the sundowners and snacks will be served on the banks of the Levuvhu River at the Mangala Picnic Site. Wedding Banquet After the ceremony and sundowner cocktails, guests are invited to come and celebrate the wedding by attending the Wedding Banquet which will be held on the main deck of the camp. The main deck will be covered with lanterns, candles and fairy lights, to set a romantic mood for the evening. Table décor are done according to the theme of the evening and are made up in the choice of colours of the bridal couple. Flower arrangements of their choice will be on each table, whether it is single flowers in vases or a flower arrangement as centrepiece. We will arrange for a seating plan according to the bridal couple’s wishes, accompanied by name place-tags at each table. Menus will be printed and placed on each table. The bride may bring her own wedding favors or this can be supplied by the camp. Possible ideas on wedding favors that we can provide (costs on request): • Organza Bag with Baobab Oil • Framed Photograph • Ilala Herb Basket Filled with Bath Salt • Music CD with the newly weds photo and favour music on. • Long stemmed rose on their pillows with a thank you note.

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