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African Safari Lodge is a 4 star graded game lodge offering Grahamstown accommodation in 3 guest rooms.
African Safari Lodge is situated on a private game reserve 17km outside of Grahamstown. The lodge is perched 20 meters above the high water mark on the Settlers dam with breath-taking views up river. Animal and bird sightings along the river banks are a guaranteed occurrence from the spacious viewing porches. The Lodge borders the Thomas Baines Nature Reserve, situated in the main water catchment area of Grahamstown at the confluence of two rivers – the dominant Kariega River flowing 40km further to meet the Indian Ocean at Kenton-on-Sea.
Book the African Safari Lodge as an entire unit on a full board basis or you can book the three rooms (Impala, Nyala and Kudu) individually on a B&B basis.
The lodge has a spacious patio with braai (barbeque) area one overlooks the river where one can view zebra, buffalo and antelope, among many others animals and birdlife.
There are also two beautiful river units overlooking the Kariega River has been added to the Private Game Reserve. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen with en-suite bathroom, shower and bath, DStv, private patio with braai facilities with stunning views over the river.
Please see the individual unit descriptions with photographs below, to assist you with your choice.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in the rates.
Game Drives, River / Boat Cruises, Guided Hiking Trails, Canoeing / Kayaking, Fishing, Target Shooting, Clay Pigeon Shooting.
Malaria-free, the area is known as Frontier Country embracing a variety of cultures, from existing tribes and others establishing themselves as early as 1812. Perfectly balanced, African Safari Lodge is a nature lover’s paradise with dense ravine thickets, scattered thorn trees and open areas making this an idyllic outdoor experience.
The African Safari Lodge philosophy is driven by making quality and lasting friendships, bringing guests closer to nature and ensuring that they experience enduring memories. The lodge can be booked in its entirety or per person depending on the need.
There is a 4,5km gravel road leading to the lodge It could be a slight challenge for sports cars with low profile tyres. If guests cross the speedbumps at an angle and stick to the speed-limit it should alleviate most of the concerns. Road maintenance is done on a regular basis.
Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.
The fully serviced main lodge features three en-suite bedrooms, a loft room, a guest lounge and kitchen facilities (with a 5-burner gas stove, fridge / freezer, microwave oven and all utensils). Each room is furnished with either a King-size bed or twin beds. Amenities available to guests include fans, heaters, hairdryers and tea / coffee making facilities. There is a radio and TV with DStv. The lodge has a spacious patio with braai (barbeque) area one overlooks the river where one can view zebra, buffalo and antelope, among many others animals and birdlife.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
The self-catering River Unit overlooks the Kariega River has been added to the Private Game Reserve. Fully equipped Kitchen with en-suite bathroom, shower and bath, DSTV, private patio with braai facilities with stunning views over the river.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
The self-catering River Unit overlooks the Kariega River has been added to the Private Game Reserve. Fully equipped Kitchen with en-suite bathroom, shower and bath, DSTV, private patio with braai facilities with stunning views over the river.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
Kudu Room is furnished with a King-size bed or twin beds if preferred and has an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The room has a river view. Amenities available to guests include fans, heaters, hairdryers and tea / coffee making facilities.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
Impala Room is furnished with a King-size bed or twin beds if preferred and has an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Amenities available to guests include fans, heaters, hairdryers and tea / coffee making facilities.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
Nyala Room is furnished with a King-size bed or twin beds if preferred and has an en-suite bathroom with a shower and bath. Amenities available to guests include fans, heaters, hairdryers and tea / coffee making facilities.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
RATES INCLUDE:
Accommodation, Complimentary Tea and Coffee and all meals
RATES EXCLUDE:
Telephone calls, all beverages, laundry, gratuities, transfers and tourism levies.
1 Review from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.
Verified review
The accommodation was very neat and well maintained with an excellent breakfast. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The only thing maybe missing was a map of the area for a game drive.
September 2020
Hans S. (East London)
Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.
Closest airport(s)Port Elizabeth Airport - 120km
Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 11h00
Payment methods accepted by the propertyMastercard, Visa, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com
Listed on SA-Venues.com since September 2016
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