Balule Satellite Camp Kruger National Park

Although Balule is a fenced camp it maintains a true wilderness atmosphere. There is no electricity at the campsites so guests rely on solar lights, gas, or lanterns which adds to the magic of the evenings. We travel with a rooftop tent so our priority was to find a shaded area with a tree high enough for our setup. We also like to camp near the fence, always hoping to spot hyenas or other nocturnal wildlife walking past at night. The camp staff were friendly and available to open and close the gate when needed. Balule is conveniently located close enough to the Olifants River viewpoint so we often spent our evenings there, enjoying the sounds of the river and the view of hippos and crocodiles below. One thing to keep in mind: if it rains, the Olifants River can rise quickly making the low-water bridge temporarily impassable. Balule may be simple but that is exactly its charm, it is a place where you can truly unplug, unwind, and go beyond the typical Kruger experience.