Maybe a bit of choice for dinner.

Beautiful location and lodges. Loved the small group numbers and communal dining. Game drives were amazing. Great food

Stayed in March 2024

That it’s mostly full 😉 excellent for them 😄

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

Stayed in March 2024

Friendly and helpful staff, incredible game drives, very comfortable and luxurious accommodation.

Stayed in March 2024

Second time to this property lodges need a bit of a freshen up last year was seven years ago

Stayed in February 2024

Fantastic views from lodge. Walking trail to hide is recommended as you can see animals at the watering hole. The game drives were excellent due to the knowledge of Rob and his colleagues. Seeing the male lion was a real thrill. The bar and dining areas are lovely. Pool water is cold but on a hot day this is very welcome. The staff were all very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in March 2024

There is nothing to dislike.

The game drives were simply superb. Rob our ranger was excellent and made sure each of our trips in 2 days were a unique experience. The staff are so warm and welcoming. The cottages are lovely and comfortable. The service is impeccable and the food is delicious.

Stayed in March 2024

Very friendly knowledgeable staff especially Rob the guide. Good food and comfortable accomodation. Will definitely return.

Stayed in February 2024

My only negative was that our room was in need of a refurb. All the other guests raved about their rooms so I can only assume that we were a bit unlucky. The bathroom extension was very smart but the main room whilst in a great position was shabby. However I wouldn’t let that stop anyone from booking- I reported our feedback so hopefully they will redecorate!

Well designed, tastefully set into the landscape, great facilities- both indoor and outdoor eating areas, a plunge pool and small swimming pool, enough sun loungers for everyone, air con for the lodges, mosquito nets around the beds although they weren’t needed, lovely private outdoor balconies attached to each room/ lodge, daily room service, great food, great guides who worked really hard to find as many animals/ sightings as possible each game drive, the whole set up was well organised and the cam staff were well trained, friendly and really helpful.

Stayed in February 2024

NONE

It is one of our best holiday ever we had. We enjoyed every single minute of our staying at the Woodbury Lodge. We got engagement at the game drive break with beautiful sunset. From game drive, restaurant foods to accommodation were all so perfect and met our needs. We thank to all staff and game drive ranger Rob Smith for all their hard working. We were so impressive with Rob Smith - fully knowledge all about the animals and trying his best to taking us to sightsee the different animals as possible.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

The staff were so friendly and helpful. The food wonderful, game drives superb (thanks Nico). The whole ambiance was relaxing, you were made to feel so welcome and cause of its smaller size, it was quite intimate. The pools and decking area are fantastic as are the views.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

Everything

Stayed in February 2024

Our tour guide Tim was amazing, we saw so many animals and had a great time with the other guests at the mealtimes together. It was the highlight of our trip in South Africa.

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing

Great staff and game drives

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing negative to say

I have been blown away by the kindness I accidentally left something and they work hard to help em get it back and the view magnificent

Stayed in January 2024

Everyone eating together at one table was a bit of a shock but we quickly got used to it.

One of many lodges in a vast safari reserve - and I mean vast. Safari drives were over three hours and we saw the big five and many many other wildlife. The all inclusive nature of the lodge was exemplary - lovely meals (although little choice) and uniquely we were offered bottles of wine to take to our rooms.

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing.

Choose Woodbury lodge if you want a family vibe, a community feel and top quality rangers. This place prioritises safari above all else - it's not as high end as other resorts, but that's part of its charm! We actually visited a 5 star lodge in the reserve when we visited some hippo bathing in their watering hole, and I can confirm you'll have a much more luxurious experience elsewhere. But this was not our vibe, and we loved befriending other guests and sharing stories around the dinner table at Woodbury. There was an equal mix of honeymooners like us, and families from children to young adults with their parents. The rangers were incredible. Rob was our ranger and he was an expert tracker, taking time to stop and show us different footprints, along with sharing his techniques for locating animals by picking up on signals. We almost always found what we were looking for and Rob was often the one letting other rangers know where to find them. He took great pride in giving every group an awesome experience and even added on time to our drive to enable those staying for one night to see more. His knowledge was incredible and he was so respectful of the animals. We stuck to the roads to keep a respectful distance, and due to all rangers of Amakhala sticking to this the animals have learned to trust the vehicles, and would cross roads right in front of us giving us an up- lose view, but on their terms. The rest of the staff were fantastic. They let us check out one hour late as no one was staying in our room that night. Essential as Rob had kindly given us extra safari time that morning as we agreed with others in our vehicle that we'd be willing to set off at 5am (vs. the usual 5.30am). Our room was refreshed several times throughout the day, the food was delicious (hearty, big portions, very tasty), the fridge was super cold and stocked with any drink you could wish for, and the snack & drink breaks out on safari were wonderful.

Stayed in January 2024

I thought the lodge was looking a bit 'tired' and felt that the value for money was not quite what I would expect. Our guide, whilst knowledgeable and fabulous on the game drives, was incredibly gregarious and loud at dinner and the entire conversation related around herself which grew quite tiresome. Our dinner meal of steak was tough and almost inedible but the lemon meringue for dessert made up for it. Guests said the dinner the night before was exceptional, so I guess just a matter of luck.

The lodge lounge has beautiful decor and was relaxed. We enjoyed dining with other guests and our waiter was exceptional.

Stayed in December 2023

I wanted to have 1 night in a safari experience and this place was really good!! It was easy to find. They have a nice pool area with drinks. We had a good lunch and dinner included. We had an evening and morning safari also included. All the crew from the hotel and safari were super friendly. The Safaris were great. We saw many animals, the guide Rob was like a Wikipedia, he had so many interesting things to tell and answered to all our questions. The rooms are quite luxurious considering that it is a hut.

Stayed in December 2023

Rather lacking in the bigger game viewing but that was probably luck of the draw as people a day ahead had seen everything.

Unusually good views of the reservation from the lodge. Able to see quite a lot of game from the sitting areas. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the bird life and was an excellent driver.

Stayed in December 2023

The staff were great and went above and beyond to ensure our daughters allergies were accommodated.

Stayed in December 2023

Food can be a bit hit and miss but nothing bad. If you are in Dassie or Jackal, it's a bit of a hike up to the room in the evening.

Exceptional game drives by Rob Smith who we found to be super passionate and informed. The man had hawk eyes to spot the animals he did - either really far or really small. Made the early morning starts worthwhile. The hotel is low key and laid back with a good pool and open bar. It was a real treat and one we won't forget quickly.

Stayed in November 2023

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Cléan comfortable stylish friendly small great food only 12 guests we loved it well planned and organised

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing to dislike.

Staff made us feel very welcome, they were very professional and friendly. Rooms were clean and comfortable and there was plenty of delicious food. The drives were wonderful; our guide, Lenny, was incredibly knowledgeable about the area, the animals, birds, insects and the flowers. We saw everything we hoped for.

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing

Wonderful rooms and facilities. Exceptional safari experience

Stayed in October 2023