Welcome to

Zeekoepan Private Game Reserve.

Where sunrise is greeted with birdsong,

The prospects a new day are welcomed by leaping antelope.

Where Cicada songs are deafening under African sun,

Where we depend on the blessing of a thunderstorm.

Spoilt by breathtaking beauty of sunsets,

Humbled by the unknown dangers lurking as night falls.

Allow us to share with you our unspoilt piece of Africa

About Us

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‖Zeekoepan, noun

Origin: Dutch

Meaning: Hippo pool.

The Reserve has been Family Owned since 1887. Old Dutch still played a huge roll in the Afrikaans Language. Named after the Abundance of Hippo in the Mkuze River, meandering through the Reserve

In The Heart of Zululand, Lies the Beautiful Zeekoepan Private Game Reserve

Zeekoepan Safaris is a family owned operation and is currently home to the fifth generation. Willem and Amanda Basson established Zeekoepan Safaris in 1987 and are the owners and sole outfitters to the property.

Located where the Elephant Coast meets Zululand, in the eastern side of Northern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Our almost sub-tropical climate has the highest rainfall in South Africa under normal conditions. resulting in lusher vegetation. This, in return, guarantees the sustainability of the highest concentration of game in South Africa.

The abundance of Animals is astonishing!

Home to Members of the Big 5, Crocodile, Hippo and Lowveld Plains Game, Our Safari vehicles will get you into position for that picture perfect moment, capturing the wonder of God's creation.

Our Luxurious accommodation, true South-African cuisine, highly trained and experienced professionals and friendly staff will ensure an unforgettable time in Africa.

Location

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This North Eastern region of South Africa, just south of Mozambique and Swaziland, is where the tourist regions called The Elephant Coast meets the well-known Zululand.

Zeekoepan lies in the perfect combination of savannah, thick sub-tropical bushlands, rivers, and mountains.

The breathtaking Mkuze River that runs through Zeekoepan provides the perfect backdrop to our accommodation facilities, while also a source of life to all the animals here.

Reconnect with wild Africa