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1. Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

Paterson

John

CA $1,076

CA $1,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

2. Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve

Paterson

"Bukela is a beautiful stay, facilities are great, friendly staff and our ranger (Sim) was very knowledgeable. Foodwise is really below average, just not good especially for a 5* resort. It felt like diner was prepared during the day and heated up in the evening, just not fresh. Breakfast was really poor. Only meal that was good was the lunch. No snacks during the day. Due to this matter i will not likely to visit Bukela again nor reconmend to anyone which is regretful as the staff and facilities...

Mingyuet

CA $908

CA $1,117 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

3. Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm

Addo

Cornelia

CA $55

CA $64 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

4. Founders Lodge by Mantis

Paterson

Andrew

CA $1,786

CA $2,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

5. Woodall Country House & Spa

Addo

Ann

CA $484

CA $560 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

6. Kwantu Private Game Reserve

Sidbury

Tatianna

CA $707

CA $813 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

7. HillsNek Safari Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve

Sidbury

Jacqueline

8. Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

Sidbury

"Staff and guides were all excellent and thoroughly enjoyed the drives. Lodge and food also excellent and we met some fantastic people, however we very very disappointed with our accommodation. We had expected an individual lodge in a private and peaceful setting however we were situated in a lodge attached to another lodge just above the main lodge and kitchen block. So we could constantly hear noise of the kitchen preparations,plates and bins being emptied and staff singing and talking rather...

Rachel

CA $1,039

CA $1,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Deluxe Cottage (River Cottage ) | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Cottage (River Cottage ) | Living area

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Fish Eagle Suite ) | Terrace/patio

9. Dungbeetle River Lodge

Colchester

james

10. Stellenhof Guesthouse

Addo

Jane

CA $158

CA $184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

11. RiverBend Lodge

Addo

Lesley

CA $767

CA $888 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

African Safari Main Lodge | Terrace/patio

Premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

12. African Safari Lodge

Makhanda

Izak

CA $159

CA $184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Outdoor pool, an infinity pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

13. Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift

Kenton on Sea

Ole

CA $2,389

CA $2,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

14. Chrislin African Lodge

Addo

Gideon

CA $122

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

15. Gorah Elephant Camp

Addo

Daniel

CA $2,401

CA $2,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Individually decorated, individually furnished

16. Homestead B & B

Addo

Sarah

CA $73

CA $84 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

17. Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge

Addo

Dolores

18. The Milner

Makhanda

Frenando

CA $227

CA $263 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

19. Rosedale Organic Farm B&B

Addo

Hendrika

CA $120

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

20. Kudu Ridge Game Lodge

Addo

Karen

CA $146

CA $171 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Top Shamwari Game Reserve Hotel Reviews

HillsNek Safari Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing stay at HillsNek! Beautiful accommodation, incredible safaris, delicious food and amazing hospitality."

Founders Lodge by Mantis

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely incredible stay from the moment we arrived until we left. The staff really look after you. James our guide for the 3 days we were there was great. The food is so nice and there is lots of it! We really couldn’t fault any of it! Thank you all at Founders Andrew & Nicola"

Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"We had the most incredible stay at Woodbury Tented Camp in the AmaKhala Game Reserve. From the moment we arrived, Frankie made us feel so welcome, setting the tone for what turned out to be a truly memorable experience. The level of service was outstanding throughout. Athenkosi and Lizole looked after us beautifully during meals, always attentive, friendly, and ensuring every detail was just right. The game drives were a real highlight. Greg, our ranger, was fantastic—knowledgeable, passionate, and determined to give us the best possible sightings. We were lucky enough to see most of the Big 5 as well as giraffe and zebra, along with some unexpected treats like a black-backed jackal, a mongoose, and even a troop of baboons making an escape on our way out of the reserve. The tents were extremely comfortable, with everything we needed including air conditioning and heating, and the views over the reserve were simply stunning. Even the main pool overlooks the landscape, making it a perfect place to relax between drives. Meeting the owners, Gile and Jennifer, was another highlight. Their personal involvement and genuine care for guests really set this camp apart. This was a truly special experience, and we would absolutely love to return."

Hlosi Game Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

8/10 Good

"Great game drives "

Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay in Safari Lodge. Staff were super helpful and friendly. The game drives with Bon Bon were incredible as we saw so many animals and learnt about their behaviours. Each lodge was individually located so you had a strong sense of privacy. We even watched warthogs coming to drink at the water hole from our lodge. The food was very good. My one suggestion for improvement is either to have an indoor toilet near the dining areas or to spray the outdoor toilet with mosquito repellent each morning as the standing water meant it was full of mosquitos in the morning."

Kwantu Private Game Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"The room was amazing and the staff are super knowledgeable and friendly! We would stay here again! We were able to see all of the animals on our first game drive and that made the trip! Thank you again for making our vacation so memorable!"

RiverBend Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Truly, a five star experience that went above and beyond expectations because of Ranger John! He is an expert level two ranger; has deep knowledge of the nature and history of the land is completely unparalleled! There are many times where he was able to see animals that no one else could see because of his 40 years of experience in the bush. On one of the game drives, he smelled a carcass, and we went to explore the carcass and subsequently which led us to who hidden lions that were finished feasting on the carcass! If John had not been in tune with the sights, sounds, smells of the animals in the land, we would not have been able to see these lions!! In addition, John had shared his excellent knowledge history of politics within the region, which was extremely eye-opening! He is a renaissance man. Truly, I wish I could take John with me as a guide all throughout Africa. The food was 7/10, service in the restaurant was 8/10, the rooms itself were 8/10, but ranger John was 100/10 and truly made this an unforgettable experience."