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Situated within the Amakhala Game Reserve, Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve is a thatched lodge offering an outdoor swimming pool, garden and sun terrace. The Port Elizabeth Airport is 88 km away.

The Africa-inspired rooms are elegantly decorated and are fitted with a seating area, safe and mosquito net. Each unit features a private plunge pool and patio.

We had a great time at the Safari Lodge. Food was great, staff was super friendly and always helpful, wonderful reserve and awesome ranger. Highly recommend it!

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9.3
Superb
199 reviews
Price from
€ 406
per night

Set against a cliff above the Bushman's River valley, Woodbury Lodge is located in the malaria-free area of the Amakhala Game Reserve. This family-run property boasts two outdoor pools and the meals are all inclusive.

Thanks to Kristin and Thando for the wonderful drives and excellent hosting. Thanks to Timothy for considering the special occassion and providing us with complimentary Champagne and the personal letter. It was really touching. Excellent game viewing

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9.2
Superb
259 reviews
Price from
€ 400
per night

Located in the heart of the Amakhala Game Reserve, Woodbury Tented Camp offers an authentic outdoor experience in safari tents. The camp overlooks the ancient floodplain of the Bushmans River.

The en suite canvas tents have a patio and offer views of the valley. Each has a built-in shower, hot running water and electricity.

Gorgeous tented camp set in a lush area, lovely main building with excellent meals served by friendly, attentive staff, tents set off individually for privacy, each with a sweeping view of the preserve. Our guide, Lenny, was very experienced and we learned much about the many animals we saw - lion, cheetah, elephant, rhino, giraffe, many kinds of antelope, warthog, more! We did 6 3 -hour drives; suggest booking enough time to do at least 4-6.

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9.5
Exceptional
381 reviews
Price from
€ 284
per night

Situated in the Amakala Big Five Game Reserve, Bush Lodge offers an intimate lodge experience. It features an outdoor swimming pool, viewing deck and a number of game drives and bush walks.

The luxury tents have a deck with private plunge pool and views of the surrounding bush. They come with thatched roofs and wooden floors, as well as a fireplace and minibar.

What can I say .. the accommodation was great, lodge staff were wonderful - caring, professional and friendly and catered to our needs. I've stayed at other lodges in South Africa but this stay was more relaxed, it felt more like a family stay. We met some other guests we now keep in touch with. Our guide Roan was the best, passionate and very knowledgeble and able to answer all questions and find animals and plants we wanted to see. And of course the wildlife and fantastic setting of Amarkhala were the icing on the cake!

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9.6
Exceptional
214 reviews
Price from
€ 450
per night

Offering an intimate Big 5 safari experience, Quatermain's 1920's Safari Camp features a boma bonfire and BBQ facilities. It is located in the Amakhala Game Reserve.

The colonial-style tents come with a private patio and outdoor seating. They also have military campaign-style furniture and rustic bathrooms equipped modern facilities.

fantastic game drives, and an even more wonderful and knowledgeable staff!

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9.8
Exceptional
101 reviews
Price from
€ 260
per night

Located within the Amakhala Game Reserve, Tygerfontein Safari Villa offers accommodation in Greater Addo, 32 km from Addo Elephant National Park.

This self-catering villa features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, terrace and BBQ facilities. It has 4 bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen and a large living room opening onto the terrace.

Amazing "character" filled house. It was like staying as a guest in a fully furnished mansion of the early 1900's. A place of stories, family portraits and mystery. Every room filled with fascinating personal family memorabilia.

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9
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
€ 140
per night

Located in the Amakhala Game Reserve, this lodge is set on the banks of Bushman’s River. It features an outdoor pool and luxurious tented chalets with panoramic views of the plains.

HillsNek Safaris has spacious tents with a private bathroom and outside shower. Each tent is elegantly decorated with wooden furniture, and offers a fan and tea-and-coffee-making facilities.

Food was excellent. Staff super friendly and helpful. The lodge and rooms far exceeded my expectations.

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9.8
Exceptional
86 reviews
Price from
€ 441
per night

Situated within the Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape and offering an intimate Big 5 experience, these luxury lodges feature exclusive furnishings and private terraces. Safari trips with rich game-viewing opportunities are offered on site.

Guests can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, barbecues and laundry facilities. Hlosi Lodge can arrange babysitting services and airport shuttles. A children’s safari programme is also organised on site.

Great food Awesome service Many game drives and knowledgeable ranger Very clean Interior of the main house and lodge

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8.7
Fabulous
125 reviews
Price from
€ 438
per night

Situated in the Amakhala Game Reserve, Bukela Game Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and panoramic views of the African bush.

The air-conditioned suites include African-style décor, a fireplace and a private deck with outdoor seating. They also come with an outdoor shower.

Everything! Amazing safari, food, accommodation but most importantly the staff. Thank you!

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8.7
Fabulous
177 reviews
Price from
€ 515
per night

Located in the Amakhala Game Reserve, Leeuwenbosch Country House offers luxurious country-style accommodation amidst extensive gardens with a chapel and outdoor pool. It offers games drives with the chance to see the Big Five.

The rooms are located in an historic family farmhouse with high ceilings, verandas and original features such as a fireplace. Each room has a private bathroom stocked with free toiletries.

The staff was exceptional, the game drives were awesome and the food was beyond all expectations.

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8.9
Fabulous
90 reviews
Price from
€ 260
per night

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As families grow in size, so too do the needs of a family holiday. That’s why family hotels are set up to cater for all ages, from toddlers and kids to teens and adults. Typically, you can expect restaurants with kids’ menus, games rooms, fitness centres and a pool area where children can play and parents can relax.
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Family hotels that guests love in Amakhala Game Reserve

  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 381 reviews
    Shared accommodation lovely. 2 pools, meals all together as a group. Standard of food great Jesse - Safari guide was excellent, very informative and great with the kids (9yrs & 14yrs) Tents roomy and beds and room tidied and vents in tent changed twice daily.
    Caroline
    Family with young children
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 381 reviews
    We absolutely loved everything about this camp. Perfectly located, great pool, we felt like being on Safari at a friends house. Rob (the ranger) did an amazing job with two amazing game drives, we saw a lot of animals and had great fun. Even the shower in the tent was fantastic.
    Jonatan
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: € 569.08
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 259 reviews
    Everything from the location to the staff. The reserve is beautiful. The game rangers were incredibly knowledgable and funny and a pleasure to be on a drive with. As a solo traveler I love that everyone dines together
    Samantha
    Solo traveller
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 381 reviews
    We had a fantastic stay at Woodbury Tented Camp in the Amakhala Game Reserve. The tents were spacious and had everything you need. The staff were friendly and respectful, as were the Rangers. Our ranger, JP, was good fun and very knowledgeable. He paid attention to what everyone hoped to see and fulfilled their requests if possible without hindering or distressing the wildlife. I loved the fact that we were never rushed and given the time to observe and take photos.
    Lisa
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 90 reviews
    As always it was an absolute treat to stay here. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great food, fabulous setting. Game drives always such fun. That's why we keep on coming back!
    Mary
    Group
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 381 reviews
    We enjoyed everything about our stay. We had a lot of fun on the safaris. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Our stay included many little thoughtful extras. We would love to come back.
    Malina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 608.54
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 199 reviews
    This Lodge was by far the best location we visited during our stay in Africa. We had Desmond as a game driver. He was very knowledgeable and funny. It was a real pleasure dooing the outings with him. They also had a system in which everybody was assigned to a waiter. Sheldon the waiter was also amazing.
    Peter
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 569.08
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 259 reviews
    The game drives were amazing. Rob our Ranger was so knowledgeable. Our kids had a fantastic time. Exploring animal poo was my sons best experience !!
    Henry
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews
    All kitchen equipment that we needed, we had, necessary spices & all Beds were comfy and clean linen, daily cleaning service. House is very spacious with lots of sitting areas. Kids loved playing area outside
    Sinazo
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 624.79
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 125 reviews
    Family of 5 with 3 kids. Perfect location and facilities if you want to bring your kids on a safari. Expert staff, very well run in all aspects
    Simon
    Family with young children