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Each of the stone and thatch lodges at Woodbury Lodge have a private deck with panoramic views of the game reserve. They are all air-conditioned and have en suite bathrooms. The lodges are connected by stone walkways tucked away into indigenous trees.

Everything was perfect. Beautiful room, stunning views, fantastic game drive, delicious food, great atmosphere with other guests. Very comfortable stay and excellent value for money

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9.2
Superb
261 reviews
Price from
£333
per night

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

The nearest shops are 30 km from Tygerfontein Safari Villa, while Grahamstown is 60 km away.

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
£116
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.

Guests can have their dinner while enjoying the African sunset, or use the barbecue facilities. The lodge’s bar serves refreshing drinks.

The location of Hillsnek is breathtakingly beautiful! The camp is small & intimate and the staff are very warm and friendly - nothing was too much to ask! Our ranger, Brogan was incredibly knowledgeable and accomodating - we left having seen 4 of the Big 5. Brogan ensured our morning coffees and sundowners were set against incredible scenery! We loved this! Meals were tasty and varied and the Wednesday evening Braai was awesome! Loved the feel of the boma and the food was lovely! Our tents were just AMAZING! All the tents are set well apart giving a lovely feel of privacy. Each tent is thoughtfully laid out and beautifully presented - lovely sense of luxury. Highly recommend Hillsnek and the wonderful team that work there! Thank you for an amazing couple of days!

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9.8
Exceptional
86 reviews
Price from
£368
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.

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
£365
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.

Bukela Lodge offers all-inclusive dining, and guests can enjoy drinks at the onsite bar. The lodge also offers wildlife viewing opportunities, and 2 game drives per day are included in the rates.

The luxury lodge, which was spacious, well appointed and overlooked a watering-hole

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8.7
Fabulous
177 reviews
Price from
£430
per night

The malaria-free Hopewell Private Game Reserve is set on 3000 hectares of African bush with an abundance of wildlife and birds. Guests can enjoy panoramic views, game drives and free WiFi.

All meals and drinks are included and served at the main lodge or outdoors in the boma area.

Included daily guided game drives, conducted in an open safari vehicle.

EVERYTHING, the staff Stanley the ranger was amazing, as were all the rest of the staff. The animals, food, accommodation, our fabulous welcome. It was our first visit to SA and a game reserve it was amazing. The highlight of our 3 week holiday was meeting Tahboh ( sorry if not correct spelling) of the orphaned cheetah. One of the most amazing things I’ve done.

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9.6
Exceptional
56 reviews
Price from
£496
per night

Situated in the Amakhala Game Reserve, Leeuwenbosch Shearers Lodge offers country-style accommodation and boasts an outdoor pool and terrace. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site.

Guests are able to arrange a late morning Day Safari directly with the property at an additional charge. Leeuwenbosch Shearers Lodge features extensive gardens with a chapel.

It’s a very charming family-run lodge, with amazing staff and great game drives. We immediately felt at home, waved all the staff goodnight in the evening (and even the 3 very cute dogs) and were almost a bit sad we had to leave. Definitely worthwhile!!

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8.9
Fabulous
147 reviews
Price from
£74
per night

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Ideal for nature-lovers looking for a self-sufficient getaway, lodges are fully furnished and self-catered. Usually made of wood and surrounded by forests or mountains, lodges can be part of a group or a single unit. More remote than holiday homes, lodges are popular for safari trips.
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  • Avg. price/night: £520.83
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 125 reviews
    The Hlosi game lodge and the reserve were one of our highlights of our SA trips. We had a lovely very spacious house and deck with 2 bathrooms with in- and outside showers. Restaurant and deck with view to the waterhole with 2 hippos was amazing. All game drives were breathtaking and “successful”. We saw all big five (replacing the leopard by cheetahs) plus giraffes, zebras, kudus, etc. very close. It was our best location to spot many animals.
    Kirsten
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £507.28
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 200 reviews
    Everything! The lodges were clean, cosy and comfortable. We had a great nights sleep. The small pool on our veranda was a real treat when the sun came out, and you can look out over the grasslands spotting antelopes and warthogs.
    Riana
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 261 reviews
    Beautiful location and lodges. Loved the small group numbers and communal dining. Game drives were amazing. Great food
    Janet
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £507.28
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 200 reviews
    Food was absolutely wonderful. Staff were amazing - friendly, efficient and professional. Having spent countless days in the South African bush, this was a step above it all. To have a game ranger like Martin conducting our twice daily drives was the “cherry on the top”. His lovely attitude, enthusiasm and incredible knowledge makes the Safari Lodge a definite return location.
    Noel
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £563.18
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 216 reviews
    Everything here is incredible, you'll be blown away by the set up, the staff, the food, the safari, the rooms, the scheduling, the drinks options, it's all spot on. The reserve itself is great, so big it feels like a lot of effort to see the animals but still small enough that we saw all of the animals we could have asked to see. The guides were incredible, so helpful, chatty and accommodating and all of the time spent at the lodge is exceptional - chill/drink/eat/coffee/swim, do what you want its all there!
    Joshua
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £563.18
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 216 reviews
    Everything, amazing lodge, rooms. The food was fantastic, the staff were wonderful, the safari was wow !! I saw all the animals. Had to pinch myself....they made me a beautiful cake for my birthday 🎂 Highly recommended 👌
    Sharon
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £507.28
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 200 reviews
    We loved our time at the lodges! Room cle
    Sinéad
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £507.28
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 200 reviews
    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!
    Catharina
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 261 reviews
    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.
    Mike
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 261 reviews
    The lodges are set in a great location and all the staff were friendly and provided excellent service. The 2 safari drives per day were great with Seamus, our engaging and knowledgeable guide. Facilities and food and drink (free bar) were good. Lodges were clean and comfortable.
    Martin
    Young couple