Welcome to the Wild Olive Tented Camp
Experience the Bush
The Wild Olive Tree Tented Camp is 100% owned by a community-based cooperative, the Muthlwarini Cooperative of the Welverdiend community, and is located on the border of both the Kruger National Park (Orpen Gate) and the Manyeleti Game Reserve. The Camp is supported and operated by Indalo Inclusive SA. A private limited social enterprise that prides itself in developing viable economic opportunities for marginalized communities in South Africa. Profits generated are directed to the creation of employment opportunities for the members of the cooperative and the community.
Both the Muthlarini Cooperative and Indalo Inclusive are further involved in the unique ownership and partnership model of the Orpen Kruger Lodge which is located on the same property.
Both Muthwlarini and The Orpen are financially supported by the Industrial Development Cooperation (IDC), The Bushbuckridge Local Municipality and Indalo Inclusive
Features and services
Relaxing in the African Sun
Wake up to the splendour of the African bush and experience the privilege of real relaxation. Whether you’re looking to spend all day at the pool for some much-needed time off, or are the first-at-gate Kruger-devotee, we have it all on offer for you.
Sometimes the best sightings happen on bush walks or drives. Other times, you might experience exceptional wildlife from the pool area. That’s the beauty of the Kruger – each day is your own adventure.
GAME DRIVES
There are daily game drives into either the Kruger National Park or Manyeleti Game Reserve, both offering exceptional Big5 experiences and sightings. No game drive is complete without taking time to slow down and celebrate the environment you’re in – stopping in the middle of the Park for coffee in the morning, or sundowners in the evening.
BOMA
Experience evening dinners under the African stars next to an open boma fire, local African dancers might surprise you with a memorable performance.
Swimming Pool
Our luxurious pool is a great option to spend time at, during hot African afternoons, relaxing in the sun on our poolside sunbeds. Order a drink of choice and experience the feeling of real tranquillity.
DINING
Our breakfast is either served during the morning game drive or as a continental breakfast for guests who wish to sleep in. Dinners are served in our open-air boma with a three-course meal selection from our a la carte menu.
PRIVATE BREAKFAST AND DINNER
Deciding to stay in your room for breakfast or dinner, just order from our menu and we will step up a private candlelit dinner or breakfast on your private patio.
CONNECTIVITY
The lodge has free WI-FI in all public areas and rooms.
CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
If you wish to experience the local cultural villages, we can arrange daily village tours.
BUSH WALKS
Bush Walks, accompanied by a Ranger, into the Kruger National Park can be arranged upon request.
Remote Workspace
Great For Large Groups
Responsible Tourism Practice
The Wild Olive is committed to achieving high standards of responsible, sustainable, and inclusive business practice. The camp operations support local entrepreneurs through procurement of goods and services. The camp aims to achieve 100% local beneficiation. In addition, the management is committed to creating conducive working conditions for its staff by adhering to standards and guideline provided by the Sustaining Competitive and Responsible Enterprises (SCORE) programme of the International Labour Organisation – https://www.ilo.org/empent/Projects/score/lang–en/index.htm as well as the South African Responsible Tourism Standard – https://tkp.tourism.gov.za/rt/certification/Pages/National-Minimum-Standard-for-Responsible-Tourism.aspx
The Wild Olive Tented Camp
Kruger National Park, Orpen Gate