28-06-2025
South Africa's Royal Portfolio debuts its first luxury tented camp
The Royal Portfolio, a South African hospitality group, has opened Masiya's Camp, a luxury tented experience in the Thornybush reserve near the Kruger National Park. The opening marks the group's first tented accommodation offering.
Part of the Royal Malewane safari collection, Masiya's Camp features six tented suites designed by owner Liz Biden. Each suite includes a private wooden deck with heated plunge pool, indoor/outdoor shower, secluded sala (covered outdoor relaxation area), king-size bed, air conditioning, underfloor heating, WiFi, TV with streaming services and a fully stocked minibar.
A bedroom with king-size bed at Masiya's Camp, the Royal Portfolio's first luxury tented property. Photo Credit: The Royal Portfolio/Greg Cox
The property offers a central dining area, lounge tent with glass stacking doors, heated swimming pool, boutique shop, and bar serving cocktails and snacks. Dining options range from a la carte fine dining to wood-fired pizzas and traditional South African braais (barbecues).
Activities include twice-daily game drives led by Royal Malewane's highly-regarded guiding team, widely recognised as among the best in Africa, plus bush walks for immersive wildlife viewing. Guests can also visit the Royal Malewane Conservation and Research Centre for behind-the-scenes insight into conservation efforts. Additional experiences on offer are anti-poaching dog unit demonstrations and helicopter patrol flights.
Masiya's Camp is suitable for guests age 10 years and above. Rates cover accommodation; all meals; premium South African wines and beverages; transfers from Royal Malewane Airstrip; laundry service; twice-daily game drives; bush walks; snacks; Wi-Fi; and use of camp facilities.
