Title: Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=17471990&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris Lodge in Colenso with an outdoor pool and free breakfast ## Photo gallery for Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris ![Property grounds - Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris (Colenso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17480000/17472000/17471990/b0295ed7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris (Colenso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17480000/17472000/17471990/17e49580.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris (Colenso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17480000/17472000/17471990/aa8b57e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, Valley View - Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris (Colenso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17480000/17472000/17471990/07976485.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views - Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris (Colenso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17480000/17472000/17471990/074cb5a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Consider a stay at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris and take advantage of free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=17471990&PinnedHotelID=17471990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=17471990&PinnedHotelID=17471990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=17471990&PinnedHotelID=17471990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=17471990&PinnedHotelID=17471990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=17471990&PinnedHotelID=17471990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=17471990&PinnedHotelID=17471990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=17471990&PinnedHotelID=17471990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=17471990&PinnedHotelID=17471990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Valley View ![Deluxe Suite, Valley View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17480000/17472000/17471990/efc884d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, Valley View ### Highlights Ceiling fan Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping - 484 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, Valley View ![Standard Room, Valley View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17480000/17472000/17471990/07976485.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Valley View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Ceiling fan Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping - 484 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Loft (Room) ![Loft (Room)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17480000/17472000/17471990/b7c93dfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Loft (Room) ### Highlights Sofa bed Ceiling fan Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping - 700 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Colenso travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Colenso.dx3000000482) [View more Lodges in Colenso](https://www.expedia.ca/Colenso-Lodges.d3000000482-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-28.74776%2C29.82144&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2_dmitafa5345NY7KnZu-9Suuo0=) 15689 Route 103, Grobbelaars Kloof, Colenso, KwaZulu-Natal, 3360 ### What's nearby - Bloukrans Monument 18 min drive \- 24.6 km - Winterton Museum 28 min drive \- 47.9 km - Murchison Mall 28 min drive \- 37.7 km - Ladysmith Library 28 min drive \- 37.7 km - Emnambithi Cultural Centre 28 min drive \- 38.4 km ### Restaurants - Colenso Hotel 15 min walk - Colenso club 10 min walk ## About this property ### Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris Lodge in the mountains At Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris, you can look forward to free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - A safari, game drive on site, and a 24-hour front desk - Barbecue grills and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris offer amenities such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14840000/14834000/14833953/w494h494x3y3-367215fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mountain View Guest House Glencoe - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 7.0 Good 6 reviews CA $79 CA $91 total includes taxes & fees Jan 26 - Jan 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=14833953&PinnedHotelID=14833953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100150000/100140600/100140501/e5704900.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hidden Gem with magnificent lake and mountain views. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Serena Apr 17, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Well earned break after a week of polo.. Two night stay with three game drives. Sadly missed the elephants and rhino but plenty more to see on each trip. Nice room and food great. Excellent hospitality. ##### Serena ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [33 The Bridge Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Lucia-Hotels-33-The-Bridge-Resort.h38866374.Hotel-Information) > > [Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ladysmith-Hotels-Esiweni-Luxury-Safari-Lodge.h33761660.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9459.Hotel-Information) > > [Nkambeni Safari Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Nkambeni-Safari-Camp.h2202798.Hotel-Information) > > [Tembe Elephant Park](https://www.expedia.ca/UMhlabuyalingana-Hotels-Tembe-Elephant-Park.h33711138.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Sibaya Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Hillhead-Hotels-Royal-Sibaya-Hotel.h19629214.Hotel-Information) > > [Nutmeg Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Howick-Hotels-Nutmeg-Guest-House.h14890929.Hotel-Information) > > [Ridgeton Towers](https://www.expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Ridgeton-Towers.h30793216.Hotel-Information) > > [Jock Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Jock-Safari-Lodge.h1197267.Hotel-Information) > > [Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid)](https://www.expedia.ca/Vermaaklikheid-Hotels-Thorn-Feather.h61102048.Hotel-Information) > > [Leopard Tree Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Lucia-Hotels-Lalapanzi-Guest-House.h18236837.Hotel-Information) > > [Pavilion Hotel Durban](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Pavilion-Hotel-Durban.h11057116.Hotel-Information) > > [First Group The Palace All-Suite](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-First-Group-The-Palace-All-Suite.h4130645.Hotel-Information) > > [Riverbend Chalets Self Catering](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Riverbend-Chalets-Self-Catering.h45388238.Hotel-Information) > > [Thatchings Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Currys-Post-Hotels-Thatchings-Guest-House.h3808542.Hotel-Information) > > [The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Beryl Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.ca/Abaqulusi-Hotels-Villa-Beryl-Guesthouse.h15749180.Hotel-Information) > > [Seaside Apartment @ Perna Perna Umdloti](https://www.expedia.ca/Umdloti-Hotels-Perna-Perna-Umdloti.h69823538.Hotel-Information) > > [SpionKop Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ladysmith-Hotels-SpionKop-Lodge.h6273598.Hotel-Information) > > [The Blue Waters Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-The-Blue-Waters-Hotel.h11158.Hotel-Information) > > [The Capital Zimbali](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballito-Hotels-The-Capital-Zimbali.h68207378.Hotel-Information) > > [Marlin Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Lucia-Hotels-Marlin-Lodge.h6020379.Hotel-Information) > > [Sagewood, Zimbali Coastal Resort - 5 Bedroom Home](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballito-Hotels-Sagewood.h45717041.Hotel-Information) > > [Rivermead](https://www.expedia.ca/Himeville-Hotels-Rivermead.h12834703.Hotel-Information) > > [Ledges Retreat](https://www.expedia.ca/Jagersrust-Hotels-Ledges-Retreat.h31484582.Hotel-Information) > > [Zimbali Condo](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballito-Hotels-Zimbali-Condo.h14730767.Hotel-Information) > > [Mafigeni Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Gravelotte-Hotels-Mafigeni-Safari-Lodge.h3954755.Hotel-Information) > > [Sani Mountain Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Sani-Pass-Hotels-Sani-Mountain-Lodge.h36116080.Hotel-Information) > > [10 Elf Beach House](https://www.expedia.ca/Glentana-Hotels-10-Elf-Beach-House.h19397397.Hotel-Information)