Top 6 Lodges in Amakhala Game Reserve, South Africa

May 25, 2023 Timmy Ribble

Discover the best Lodges in Amakhala Game Reserve, Eastern Cape including Quatermain's 1920's Safari Camp, Bush Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve, Woodbury Lodge, Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve, Bukela Game Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve, Hlosi Game Lodge.

1. Quatermain's 1920's Safari Camp

Follow The N2 From Port Elizabeth, Amakhala Game Reserve 6130 South Africa
Excellent
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5 based on 334 reviews

Quatermain's 1920's Safari Camp

Quatermain's Camp is an intimate 6 bed tented safari camp situated on the beautiful Amakhala "Big 5" Game Reserve. We offer two four hour game activities per day, with knowledgeable and qualified rangers, fantastic South African bush cuisine and a friendly and personal experience. Come and let Julie and Riaan show you the delights of the African bush.

Returning visitors from the UK - can't recommend enough !

Reviewed By Hannah K

Returned for a second time and invited friends along after a fabulous first visit ! Exceptional service from all staff. Really passionate and knowledgeable about the animals and plants in the area. We always love seeing the beautiful animals! Camp and accomodation are a wonderful bush experience and the food is excellent. Will definitely be returning for a third time !

2. Bush Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

N 2 Between Port Elizabeth And Grahamstown 65 Km From PE, Amakhala Game Reserve 6130 South Africa
Excellent
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5 based on 234 reviews

Bush Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

Discreetly positioned in the bush at the top end of an open valley in the reserve, each of the superlative en-suite, tented and thatched suites overlook a watering point with big sky views.Each suite has a secluded private viewing deck with intimate plunge pool. Within the spacious interior hot and cold air-conditioning, an atmospheric fireplace, large oval bath and romantic alfresco double showers make this the perfect bush retreat.

superb stay

Reviewed By S650FQsarahd

We have just experienced a wonderful 4 night stay at this amazing lodge. The facilities were fabulous , the food delicious and the staff so attentive. The game drives were truly out of this world , James our guide was so knowledgeable and each day was such a unique experience . I can thoroughly recommend a stay here , i can’t wait to return

3. Woodbury Lodge

75km on the N2 Between Port Elizabeth And Grahamstown, Amakhala Game Reserve 6130 South Africa
Excellent
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5 based on 409 reviews

Woodbury Lodge

Opened by the Gush family in 1999, Woodbury Lodge is an intimate, family-run lodge on Amakhala Game Reserve. Many of our staff have grown up in the area and take pride in ensuring that your African safari experience is a memorable one. Woodbury Lodge offers a secluded base from which to experience exciting Big Five game viewing in the heart of the Eastern Cape bushveld. Nestled discreetly against a cliff in lush riverine bush, the Lodge offers spectacular views of the Bushman’s River valley. Guests are accommodated in seven comfortable stone–and–thatch sleeping lodges, surrounded by indigenous trees alive with birdsong. Each room has air conditioning, en–suite bathrooms with heated floors and a private deck with magnificent views over the plains. Within the portfolio are two family lodges which sleep up to four guests, allowing families to enjoy the African bush together. The seclusion of each suite, along with the

Once in a lifetime

Reviewed By kimberleylambe

Myself & My husband spent 4 night at Woodbury Lodge for our honeymoon and cannot speak highly enough of it!! Cleanliness, Service, experience 10 out of 10!! We would absolutely love to return in hopefully the near future. The sights we experienced on our game drives & walking trails were unforgettable… memories to last a liftime. The food was delicious and not shy on portion sizes either!! Woodbury Lodge really felt like a home away from home, We can’t thank the staff enough for their hospitality especially our game driver seamus, top guy!! The whole experience just really topped off our honeymoon nicely and will never be forgotten.

4. Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

Amakhala Game Reserve 6130 South Africa
Excellent
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4.5 based on 363 reviews

Safari Lodge -  Amakhala Game Reserve

Surrounded by indigenous bush, the stylish Safari Lodge is part of the 7500 ha, Big 5, malaria free, Amakhala Game Reserve. Safari Lodge is only 45 minutes from Port Elizabeth. African tribal design inspired the creation of this intimate thatched lodge, and eleven unique safari huts offer all the comforts. Soak in a luxurious double bath or splash off the dust in an outdoor shower before sharing your day's adventures around the fireside under a canopy of stars. On a recommended three day safari enjoy game drives with a professional guide in open Landrovers, sun downers on a river cruise and a visit to Addo National Elephant Park. Fair Trade in Tourism accredited.

Wow where do I start

Reviewed By Kyosamaggie

An absolutely fab experience from start to finish. Was met by the lovely Jean-Luke and Mandy and went to check into our beautiful lodge. Omggg right near the waterhole with our own plunge pool. The food was 5 star here with a menu choice for each meal, wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch and dinner and a mini bar in each lodge. We were so surprised one night as the staff made my sister a birthday cake and came out singing to her and we hadnt said it had been her birthday recently. The lodge was so comfortable with under floor heating and a fab outdoor shower, bath and lounge area. We took 6 game drives with the very pleasant, knowledgeable ranger Martin and we saw so many animals each time. The leopards and cheetahs were elusive but we saw 7 rhinos all together at one time including a baby, lions walked right near our jeep, I could go on forever it was sooo good. We had blankets and a hot water bottle on the morning drives which were very welcome until we got warmed up by the sun. Wifi worked great here and after our sundowner safari the firepits were lit so we could sit out with blankets and talk about our funfilled days. Jean-Luke is so much fun to be around he is a great guy and will go far, we miss him already. We cannot thank the staff enough for a fantastic safari experience which we hope to repeat sometime. If you are planning a safari you need AMAKHALA SAFARI LODGE you will not be disappointed.

5. Bukela Game Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

Amakhala Game Reserve 6129 South Africa
Excellent
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5 based on 584 reviews

Bukela Game Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

Bukela Game Lodge Is A 5-Star Luxury Lodge In The 7 500 ha malaria-free Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape South Africa. Accommodation at this tranquil game lodge is provided in four suites and ten luxury safari tents, each individually styled in African simplicity while never compromising on luxury. This secluded safari destination is tucked away into indigenous trees and bushes at the top of a hidden valley and has the perfect setting for the intimate and romantic guest experiences for which we are renowned. Connected by a wooden walkway, our thatched suites offer a remarkable private wildlife-viewing experience. Savour a crisp glass of wine in your sun-soaked spa bath, opening onto trees alive with birdsong. Indulge in sumptuous high teas, private candlelit dinners or exciting fireside boma dinners under African stars. And as you fall asleep, hear the silence broken by the unmistakable sounds of elephant and buffalo making their stately progress through the unfenced camp.

We got to see the Big 5 and plenty more.

Reviewed By Discover38706172418

We got to see the BIG 5 and plenty more besides. Early morning, afternoon and night-time game drives, for which we only had to pay addionally for the night drives. We were too exhausted to use the Spa but also managed to chill by one of the pool sides, plus they had a waterhole cam ?.

6. Hlosi Game Lodge

R342 Landman Road Off N2, Between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown, Amakhala Game Reserve 6140 South Africa
Excellent
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4.5 based on 611 reviews

Hlosi Game Lodge

Hlosi Game Lodge Offers 4-Star Family-Friendly Safari Trips In The 7 500 ha Malaria-Free Amakhala Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Hlosi Game Lodge is a small 14-room game lodge in Addo, near the city of Port Elizabeth offering rich wildlife game-viewing and luxurious game lodge accommodation for the whole family. Our six suites and eight luxury tents lie along a gentle curve of a hill above a river plain and offer wide-open views from your private deck. The main lodge includes elegant lounge and dining areas, and a hard-to-leave bar overlooking the swimming pool and waterhole. Hlosi offers a unique, intimate safari trip with personal game viewing experiences. We're privileged to be able to share our love for conservation, food and life with you. Our four double suites, four luxury tents, four family tents and two 2-roomed family suites may also be booked exclusively as an intimate venue for small team-building events, conferences and weddings.

Fantastic experience ????

Reviewed By Clairemcl662

What a wonderful way to finish off our honeymoon trip! We had a lovely 2 night stay in Hlosi Game Lodge, with fantastic food, very friendly staff and amazing game drives. Our ranger, Evans, was great fun and very knowledgable about all the animals. He made sure to give us the best experience on the drives- we saw elephants, rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes and so much more!! The only downside was the weather- it was pretty stormy with some impressive rain showers, but thankfully cleared up well for the drives. The drives were cold once the sun was gone, so I would advise lots of layers, a wooly hat, a snood and even gloves (during the winter months anyway)! Overall fantastic experience and would highly recommend a stay here!

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