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Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

–Excellent location - show map
+85 photos
Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.6

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About this property

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. Amakhala Game Reserve serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Special diet menus are available upon request. Other facilities offered at the lodge include a souvenirs shop. Massages are available upon request and activities include games drives, bird watching and nature walks. Guests can relax and unwind on the terrace. Free WiFi and private parking is available. The Addo Elephant National Park is 76 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Fair Trade Tourism
Fair Trade Tourism

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Guests who stayed here loved

John
Canada Canada
“The staff were all attentive and enthusiastic and service was highly personalized. The game ranger was extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. And the real stars were the animals. I learned a lot about game preservation and came home with some...”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Serene setting. Very friendly staff. Lovely food. Enjoyed the game drives and felt very well looked after.”
Fiona
Ireland Ireland
“Everything about our stay was fantastic. The staff were super and so helpful, rooms were beautiful and spacious and the food was delicious. The game drives were also amazing.”
Corinna
Italy Italy
“Beautiful small lodge located in amazing private reserve! The rooms were stunning and we could see giraffes and warthogs from our terrace! The staff was super nice and attentive and always made sure we had everything we needed! The food was...”
Davinia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Loved everything! The lodges, the game drives, the staff, the food, the pool! A dream come true.”
Samantha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautifully appointed, intimate lodge within Amakhala. Friendly, helpful staff and excellent rangers. The rooms are beautiful and we had animals at the watering hole outside our room most nights. The food was plentiful and delicious.”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely cottages, great food. Game drives very good with Martin our guide who is extremely knowledgeable and informative.”
Aoibheann
Ireland Ireland
“We had the most amazing two days here for part of our Honeymoon. The staff were incredible, so friendly and accommodating. Mr. President's game drives meant we saw almost everything we could in 2 days. We 100% recommend and hope to return ourselves!”
Stephanie
Belgium Belgium
“Everything about our stay was wonderful! The staff was super welcoming; lodges are perfect, very romantic and good food as well. Game drives were great. Would absolutely recommend!”
Sodo
South Africa South Africa
“It's very accessible from the N2 main national road between Grahamstown and Port Elizabeth Eastern Cape. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. The Safari drives we got to see most of the animals available there. The Ranger was very...”

Managed by Mike Weeks Safari Lodge

Company review score: 9.4Based on 9,954 reviews from 19 properties
19 managed properties

Property information

***We reserve the right to not refund card fees (transaction costs) in the case of any cancellation or situation where funds need to be reversed back to a credit card/debit card.***

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 9 years are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note compulsory conservation and park fees are applicable and excluded from the rates. Please contact the property in advance, prior to arrival for these charges.

Please inform Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.