Luxury Lodges · Amakhala Game Reserve, South Africa
Amakhala Bush Lodge
Overview
The 5-Star Bush Lodge, just 45 minutes east of Port Elizabeth, offers a luxurious escape in the Amakhala Reserve.
Set in an open valley surrounded by rolling hills and lush vegetation, this lodge blends perfectly with its natural surroundings. Tucked among the treetops, it features 8 private, en-suite tented and thatched suites, each with a viewing deck and plunge pool.
Guests enjoy amenities like air-conditioning, fireplaces, large baths, and alfresco double showers. The main lodge includes a comfortable lounge, bar, and outdoor boma for relaxing after a day of adventure. On-site spa treatments further enhance relaxation.
Amakhala Game Reserve, home to the Big 5 and diverse bird species, offers stunning scenery. Twice-daily game drives in open 4×4 vehicles allow guests to explore the reserve's natural beauty, with morning and late afternoon/evening expeditions included in the stay.
Suites & Rates
Choose how you stay
Bush Lodge
The luxury tents all have thatched roofs, tented walls and wooden decks with private plunge pool and overlook the watering hole. There are four luxury tents situated on either side of the main lodge...
King / Twin Luxury Safari Tent
Built in the bush at the top end of an open valley in the reserve, each of the Double Luxury Tents overlook a watering point with sky views. All buildings are thatched roofs, tented...
Luxury Safari Family Tent
Built in the bush at the top end of an open valley in the reserve, each of the Family Luxury Tents overlook a watering Kingsize bed with bath in main room, twin beds in...
Details
Good to know
Accommodation & amenities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Heater, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee
Languages spoken
Afrikaans, English
Ideal for
Big 5, Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
On-site activities
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Night Drives, Safaris
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Available)
Nearby activities
Animal Encounters, Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Hiking, Horse Riding, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Property facilities
Bar, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Spa, Vegetarian
Location
Where you'll be
Video
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Amakhala Game Reserve
A video on the magnificent Amakhala Game Reserve, aimed on informing viewers on on the plains, its wildlife and the foundation behind the conservation of these and different local communities.
Activities
What you can do
Bush Lodge
Big 5 Wilderness Walk Walking trails with a FGASA accredited Professional Trails Guide as well as a Specialist Birding Guide (SKS Birding Thicket Biome) offers guests the opportunity to get off the beaten track and follow the myriad of elephant and rhino trails that crisscross this ancient landscape. Lucky walkers might even get the opportunity to track and view some of these African leviathans. No less important and even more interesting are the countless small creatures and their tracks and signs that may be encountered on foot. DURATION:2 to 3 hours TIME: NB: Arrangements to be made with the lodge prior to arrival PRICE: R 800 per person MINIMUM AGE: 16 NUMBER OF PEOPLE: minimum 2 / maximum 8
Game Drive
Become part of Africa as you experience our Big 5 Safari Adventure on malaria free Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.. Included in your stay are morning and evening game drives leaving from your lodge. You will be guided by informative, professional rangers through Amakhala Game Reserve in open Land Rovers. Here you can return to nature and explore the abundant wildlife, the diverse vegetation and the dramatic landscape of the Eastern Cape.
Horse Riding
Amakhala Horse Trails offers a unique perspective of the bush: elevated on horseback, riders can enjoy incredible views of the surrounding landscape while gliding easily and quietly across terrain often inaccessible by vehicle. The unobtrusive nature of a horseback safari also allows for incredible animal sightings – riders can get as close as 10 to 15 metres from wildlife such as eland, wildebeest, zebra, hartebeest and giraffe. The trails provide an opportunity to explore 1700 hectares of African bush on horseback, including the chance to canter across open plains, take a slow trot to appreciate the views or walk quietly along secluded river lines.. Amakhala Horse Trails caters for small groups of up to 6 intermediate to experienced riders. Experienced younger riders between 10 and 15 years old may also join, if accompanied by a parent or guardian. Horseback safaris typically last between two to three hours, and the speed of the trail ride is adjusted to the riders’ level of experience. This allows plenty of time for wildlife viewing and finding the perfect spot to rest the horses and enjoy refreshments and snacks.
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