Title: Safari Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve All-inclusive lodge with 12 outdoor pools and free breakfast ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9750000/9741100/9741066/5203d077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; African cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9750000/9741100/9741066/1e567ec9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9750000/9741100/9741066/9828210b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9750000/9741100/9741066/8ce1f294.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; African cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9750000/9741100/9741066/2bc66605.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Escape to Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve, nestled close to the breathtaking Amakhala Game Reserve. Immerse yourself in nature with game and wildlife viewing, relax by one of 12 outdoor pools or unwind with a massage at the spa. Enjoy full breakfast and meals at the on-site restaurant, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and take advantage of laundry facilities. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - All-inclusive - Pool - Breakfast included - Room service - Spa ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 13 - Oct. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=9741066&PinnedHotelID=9741066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=9741066&PinnedHotelID=9741066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=9741066&PinnedHotelID=9741066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=9741066&PinnedHotelID=9741066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9741066&PinnedHotelID=9741066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9741066&PinnedHotelID=9741066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=9741066&PinnedHotelID=9741066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=9741066&PinnedHotelID=9741066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9750000/9741100/9741066/dd9ab8d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room (King) ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Private plunge pool Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Ceiling fan - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9750000/9741100/9741066/dd9ab8d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room (King/Twin) ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Private plunge pool Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Ceiling fan - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin 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 Paterson travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Paterson.dx6051426) [View more Lodges in Paterson](https://www.expedia.ca/Paterson-Lodges.d6051426-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-33.50415%2C26.02930&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Asyt8_jIWL4A0Vl9sePUJ5HzzP0=) N2 about 70km from Port Elizbaeth, on the way to Grahamstown, Paterson, Eastern Cape, 6130 ### What's nearby - Lalibela Game Reserve - 35 min drive - 34.9 km - Sundays River Dunes - 37 min drive - 42.7 km - Matyholweni Gate - 42 min drive - 48.0 km - Olifantskop Pass Lookout - 51 min drive - 37.6 km - African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 57 min drive - 60.0 km ### Getting around - Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 64 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Addo Brauhaus - ‬13 min drive ## About this property ### Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve Luxury all-inclusive lodge Take advantage of free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace at Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a body treatment, or aromatherapy. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - 12 outdoor pools along with sun loungers - Free self parking and valet parking - A safari, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and wedding services - A front-desk safe, game drive on site, and concierge services Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as private plunge pools and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and bathrobes. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries - Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators ### All-inclusive details This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply). ## Similar properties ![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3080000/3071700/3071658/f46ecb07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve Paterson - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Spa 8.6 Excellent 19 reviews CA $1,366 CA $1,624 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=3071658&PinnedHotelID=3071658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9650000/9642300/9642273/2118c03a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve Sidbury - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Parking included 10 Exceptional 22 reviews CA $1,162 CA $1,359 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=9642273&PinnedHotelID=9642273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9650000/9642600/9642577/7f03b1b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve Sidbury - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 34 reviews CA $870 CA $1,023 total includes taxes & fees Oct 17 - Oct 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=9642577&PinnedHotelID=9642577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16480000/16473800/16473784/305727be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hopewell Private Game Reserve Colchester - Parking included - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Game room 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews CA $1,810 CA $2,112 total includes taxes & fees Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=16473784&PinnedHotelID=16473784&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17510000/17509000/17508961/c3c21420.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Founders Lodge by Mantis Paterson - Pool - All-inclusive - Spa - Parking included 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $1,721 CA $1,979 total includes taxes & fees Nov 13 - Nov 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=17508961&PinnedHotelID=17508961&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, free cabanas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3009100/3009023/97b33188.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HillsNek Safari Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve Sidbury - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=3009023&PinnedHotelID=3009023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29160000/29151300/29151233/e1776d44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shamwari Bayethe Paterson - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Spa 10 Exceptional 16 reviews CA $2,745 CA $3,173 total includes taxes & fees Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=29151233&PinnedHotelID=29151233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Check-in end time: 2 PM Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Guests must arrive before 2 PM to attend the game drive. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Destination fee: ZAR 125 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 2300 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### National rating Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization. ### Property is also known as Amakhala Safari Lodge Paterson Amakhala Safari Lodge-Amakhala Game Reserve Lodge Paterson Amakhala Safari Paterson Amakhala Safari Lodge-Amakhala Game Reserve Paterson Amakhala Safari Amakhala Game Safari Amakhala Game Reserve Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve Lodge Amakhala Safari Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve Paterson Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve Lodge Paterson ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve have a pool? > Yes, this property has 12 outdoor pools. ### How much does it cost to stay at Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve? > As of Oct 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve on Oct 14, 2025 start from CA $1,438.86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Paterson-Hotels-Amakhala-Safari-Lodge-Amakhala-Game-Reserve.h9741066.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve? > Self parking and valet parking are free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve? > Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM. ### What time is check-out at Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Does Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 2300 per vehicle applies. ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve? > Yes, the property is all-inclusive. ### Where is Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve located? > Situated in Paterson, this all-inclusive lodge is 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari and within 32 mi (52 km) of Addo Elephant National Park and African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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) 10 - Excellent 18 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.8/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 9.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hugo Dec 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Exceptional property, design, and experience with top hospitality. The common areas are picture-perfect overlooking small waterholes frequently visited by playful warthogs, curious antelope, and brightly colored birds while you eat breakfast and lunch. The villa interior surprised us in every corner from little aesthetic details, unexpected offerings in the cupboard, local bedtime stories at turndown, or staff leaving wine and glasses by the bathtub our first night. The private pools are intimate and welcome tranquil respite in between adventurous game drives during morning and afternoon. Meals were generous and varied with choice. We came for the safari park, but wished we stayed longer for the Lodge experience. Shout-out to Bulelane and his bright and playful character, who made our too-quick trip such a memorable one. ##### Hugo Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Apr 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A Perfect Stay Our stay was incredible. Desmond, our guide, gave us some incredible sights and we were really lucky to see 4 out of the big 5 alongside various other interesting animals. The reserve is vast and there is plenty to see, the fact that there are various lodges across the reserve means even if you have a fairly quiet hotel, there are plenty of rangers out doing drives which helps your chances of animals being spotted and your ranger making their way there. The accomodation is lovely, a perfect room with comfortable bed and a view of a watering hole from your private plunge pool. This includes a free mini-bar which is perfect for dipping in to to spend time on the patio. The food was fantastic, very generous and well cooked portions and the service at dinner from Sheldon and Thambo was perfect. We weren't renting a car so got a private transfer from Martin who gave us some great info on the drive from PE and it felt like our trip started early! All in, a perfect stay and I wouldn't hesitate to return. My only regret was only booking two night. All in all, a faultless stay ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beat Oct 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would! Our entire stay was nothing short of spectacular. The staff was incredibly warm and attentive, with Sheldon, our butler, doing an amazing job to make sure everything was flawless.The meals were absolutely fantastic, and as vegetarians, we were thrilled with the creative and delicious vegetarian dishes prepared just for us—each meal was a culinary masterpiece! The rooms were breathtaking—beautifully decorated and luxurious, offering total comfort. And the game drives were beyond magical! Our ranger, President, shared fascinating stories throughout, making the experience so much richer. He was determined that we see all the important animals, and we ended up seeing far more wildlife than we ever expected. This place is an absolute paradise, filled with unforgettable moments. If you're searching for the perfect escape, look no further—you’ve found it! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/549DFD41937B10297D7DC1F87511E9356D1584961728297422755.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/07FA82D3495A94406A837469A555430BAA7171B41728297426856.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/D1ED621D1ACB7C24E28204190140BAD1C2CF5BCF1728297433395.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5DA9E5F81C46574BCC56DE84A6CA355285146C351728297423020.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Beat Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Mar 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lodging, staff and services were all amazing. The guides were simply outstanding. Wonderfyl ex ##### Robert Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie Dec 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### We were treated like royalty! Everything about this safari lodge amazing The setting,the privacy,the accommodation, food,staff. We had Martin as our Safari guide who was incredible knowledgeable about everything. We were treated like royalty Highly recommend ##### Debbie Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen Mar 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Safari stay Fantastic staff and excellent ranger with great knowledge of animals and area ##### Helen Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### eric Mar 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Nós achamos um escorpião no quarto e o ar condicionado estava pingando na cabeça . Safari mais ou menos ##### eric Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian Oct 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Die Amakhala Lodge lässt keine Wünsche offen, sehr freundliches und engagiertes Team in allen Bereichen. Wir können diese Lodge nur weiter empfehlen. Besonders hat uns die Tiervielfalt auf 10000 ha sehr beeindruck ##### Christian Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Raquel Jan 25, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worst hotel in our trip. At first we would like to say that Martin our ranger was awesome and has great knowledge. but and there is a huge but all the other things like food/service/accomandtion was absolutely terrible. It's not even a 2 star hotel. The food was not tasty at all so we moved to salads instead. The waiter as you call him "butler" never rememberd which course we ordered and called us the wrong names which obviously you are trying to remember unscusfully (you rather just don't call us in names it's absurd). We had a leak in our toilet and you talked about how much you suffer from lack of water but no one came to fix it after we told the butler and the woman in the front desk to fix it. The room needs a face lift and some cleaning of most of the sanitary (attached photos). In the day of the check out we came back from the morning safari around 10 a.m and wanted to take a fast nap before we hit the road for a couple of hours but unfortunately there were no sheets on the bed. Do yourself a favor and just go stay in some lodge and book a day safari - you will save lots of money and you will get a much better service. If you got to this point and see all the good reviews and think we are just tallking nonsense we must say this is the only place and obviously the most expensive place that we had suffered in are whole trip. ![Besides its dirtiness I'm not sure you can see the leak. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2BFD5D32A306DE9A0611278641E45ECD470A6DA71579929742341.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/DABA630C6995330CAACBAB9440DBD5C29F41A8751579929801212.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/99BF5D1E1E5F8F2ED26C2C0D4CC84DC138E13CA21579929875835.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![No sheets ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/408A25CB86002003ED8E60931A41AC9AA3B8D72C1579929895813.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Raquel Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shirley van Jan 6, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Rustic luxury Gorgeous rooms with private splash pools, delicious food, fabulous staff. Water hole at the lodge. The game drives are nicely timed and there is a good variety of animals. Easy to reach from PE or EL airport. ##### Shirley van Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham Feb 2, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Glad we chose Amakhala We loved Amakhala, excellent game viewing, very good guides and friendly staff. ##### Graham Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 3, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities My husband and I stayed in November and had the most amazing time at this beautiful lodge. The room was well appointed and private. We stayed in room 2 which had a direct view of the watering hole and we had several visitors including Norman the elephant and water buffalo at night. I recommend requesting this room or rooms 1 - 4 if you want to be near the watering hole. Food was excellent and dinner was nice as all of the guests (only 11 rooms at the lodge) dinned together along with the guides, so we got to make friends. You get two drives a day with your stay. Morning drive at 7 am for about 3 hours, followed by breakfast (you get muffins and tea/coffee before the drive to hold you over). After breakfast you get a break for a few hours where you can enjoy your plunge pool, the hotel pool, or get a massage in your room if you like. Then afternoon drive, followed by dinner. After the drives, we were always greeted with drinks like a hot chocolate in the morning or a cocktail in the evening. Afternoon drives also stop at a scenic location for drinks and snacks. Our guide, nicknamed Fish, was great at finding animals and we got to see almost all of the animals we wanted. All in all, we had a wonderful stay and I highly recommend this lodge. The lodge is located about an hour's drive from Port Elizabeth. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CORNEL Dec 27, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### CORNEL Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 22, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Safari camp well provisioned with lovely staff Game quite limited but what we saw was good. You have to drive many miles to find them. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny, Surrey Jan 30, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely location in the heart of the reserve. We really enjoyed our first safari on the Amakhala Game Reserve. The Safari Lodge was extremely well located with good facilities. It was well laid out and comfortable. It was the staff, however, who made the stay so enjoyable. Excellent service and very friendly. ##### Jenny Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 2, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Personal Safari Lodge Had an amazing safari experience! Fantastic Ranger, Ngurny and Amazing Host, Cameron! They were both very helpful and a pleasure to be around! The rooms were amazing and all the staff were very friendly. It was a very personal place to stay and very relaxing! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria, West Palm Beach,Fl Oct 5, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Safari experience Booked this All inclusive Safari by recomendation.Did not go wrong.From the reception from staff members the first day to the wonderful facilities, everything was wonderful.2 game safaris daily,rangers expertise extraordinary.Loved it all. ##### Maria Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicky, London Apr 21, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Outstanding Safari Experience Visiting Amakala Safari Lodge was the perfect end to our SA trip. From the moment we arrived, the staff all really looked after us. We went out on 4 game drives which were spectacular, and our driver was both incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, making it a very enjoyable experience. The all inclusive menu was varied, delicious and plentiful and it was great having a selection of drinks included in the room too. The room itself was very spacious and felt quite luxurious whilst keeping its lodge-style charm, such as with the exhilarating outdoor (hot!) shower. This is one of the smaller game lodges, which on the plus side means it's slightly easier to spot the animals on game drives, however for those who have been to larger game drives it may feel a little too easy! However having experienced both, we absolutely loved our time here and would happily return. ##### Vicky ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Apr 3, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Awesome! We spent nights at Amakhala as part of our South African tour and the place is amazing! Everything about the lodge is great! The perfect private lodges, the amazon food in the restaurant, the brilliant staff. The best part is the game drives. Up close to all the big animals including rhino and even a cheetah kill. The only thing that didn't work was the wifi. However, a couple of days meeting new people and sharing conversations and photos from the game drives make a pleasant change form a life online. Safari lodge makes is a fantastic safari stay. ##### Andrew ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 15, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Sehr schöne Umgebung, ruhig und entspannend. 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