Quatermain’s Camp Game Lodge in Amakhala Game Reserve Eastern Cape
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  • Property TypeGame Lodge
  • Guests6
  • Rooms/Units3
  • Minimum Stay2 Nights

Quatermain's 1920's Safari Camp is a 3 star graded game lodge offering Amakhala accommodation in 3 guest rooms.

About Quatermain's 1920's Safari Camp

Set in a secluded valley, 45 minutes from Port Elizabeth, flanked by sub-tropical thicket covered ridges, Quatermain's 1920's Safari Camp embodies the original spirit of safari.

This classic 1920's style expedition camp is modelled on the heyday of exploration, that golden era when adventure lay around every corner. Our intimate 6 bed camp offers you the opportunity to experience “Africa under canvas”, with three crisp white 1900's style safari tents fitted out with military campaign style furnishings; the choice of pioneers, hunters and explorers of that time.

Relax in the centralised boma area where local delicacies are prepared in front of you on an open fire, and dinner is served under a blanket of stars. Every effort has been made to stay true to the expedition style, with concessions only being allowed for rustic en suite bathrooms with modern conveniences. Guests at our expedition camp can enjoy the excitement of “Big 5” safaris on 2 of Eastern Cape's premier game reserves in a malaria free area.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

  • All meals included
  • All of the Big 5
  • Guided game drives included
  • Malaria-free area
  • Safari / bush walks by arrangement
  • Conservation fee applicable

ACCOMMODATION

Our comfortable colonial style tents will ensure you enjoy a genuine bush experience. Relax on your own private deck, and if you are lucky you may see an elusive bushbuck or hear the cry of the African fish eagle. Each tent is equipped with military campaign style furniture similar to that used by the early explorers.

At night as you lie under canvas one of the highlights of your stay is sure to be drifting off to sleep to the sounds of nature; you can frequently expect to hear jackals calling, the beautiful voice of the fiery-necked nightjar, maybe a screeching barn owl, or if you are fortunate, the roar of lions.

At Quatermains Camp we will do our very best to make sure that you are enveloped by the natural world and that you will return home refreshed and with a new sense of wonder and understanding of the wildlife around us.

GAME DRIVES

To experience the real nature of the African bush and enjoy some of the many wildlife encounters this area has to offer we run twice daily game drives. Your hosts Riaan and Julie Brand are both experienced rangers and will do their upmost to ensure that you have a safari that you will never forget. As we operate in "Big 5" areas you have a chance of seeing elephant, white and black rhino, leopard, buffalo and lion as well as a variety of other game including hyena, cheetah, zebra, giraffe, many species of antelope and much more. As well as the larger, more obvious creatures your hosts will delight in showing you the smaller but no less important members of this ecosystem as well as the birds and plants.

Even during inclement weather the game drives are not to be missed and your drive is made quite comfortable by the provision of waterproofs and blankets. A mid drive stop to have a welcome coffee on the morning drive or a cool sundowner in the afternoon all adds to the experience of a lifetime.

BIG 5 WALKS

If you wish to get closer to the nature surrounding you at Quatermain's camp, why not take part in a Big 5 Walk? Your host Riaan Brand is a qualified trails guide and will take you onto one of the adjacent game reserves where you can really gain perspective of what it is to be in the African bush and how insignificant you begin to feel when watching game without the confines of a vehicle. A Big 5 Walk could really be the highlight of your stay.

BUSH WALKS

Guided bush walks can be conducted upon request. This can be a wonderful way to really learn about the environment of the camp; from watching birds, to looking at plants, to discovering the geology of the area and if you are lucky you may well see some of the larger wildlife that lives in the vicinity, such as many species of antelope.

The camp is situated in a "soft game" area and as such has no dangerous animals present. This may be the perfect activity for those who don't feel quite ready for a guided "Big 5" walk or who just want to relax closer to the camp.

BIRDING SAFARIS

The area surrounding the camp contains suberb and diverse birdlife encompassing fynbos, thicket, and grassland biomes. We also have the Bushman's River which ensures we see a wealth of water birds. Your host Riaan Brand is a specialist bird guide and can introduce you to the many beautiful species that surround us at Quatermain's Camp. You'll never look at birds in the same way again.

Features you'll appreciate

  • parking
  • airport
    transfers
  • braai / bbq
  • room service
  • wake up
    calls
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied

On Site

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Parking (off street)
  • Smoking: in demarcated areas
  • Wake up calls

Food & Drink

  • Bar (honesty bar)
  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee
  • Room service

Transfers

  • Airport transfers
  • Other transfers available
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Every effort has been made to stay true to the expedition style, with concessions only being allowed for rustic en-suite bathrooms with modern conveniences. Our comfortable colonial style tents will ensure you enjoy a genuine bush experience. This tent is furnished with a double bed or twin beds, a cupboard for clothes, covered deck area, colonial chairs and a table on the deck.

  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied

Qty: 3
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

RATES INCLUDE:
Accommodation, all meals, 2 game drives per day and ‘sundowners’

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Guest Reviews

267 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

I booked Quatermain's Camp as a surprise birthday present for my husband and we could not have been more delighted. Quatermain's is a really authentic safari experience and the tented accommodation gets you back to nature in a comfortable way with your own bathroom facilities. The staff were welcoming, helpful and fun and as they told us, to them this was not a job but a way of life. Even though we were only there for 24 hrs we had 2 great game drives and the knowledgeable guides went to a lot of effort to ensure we saw as many of 'The big Five' as possible. The excellent meals were complemented by anecdotes and companionship from the staff and the surprise bottle of bubbly for my husband was an extra special treat. Thanks to you all for a great experience, it was really appreciated.

April 2019

Wendy Tindale (Sheffield)

Verified reviewexcellent

We have had the most amazing time! Great game drives; watching these amazing animals with a glass of wine in your hand could never be bad! Had drinks around the fire, and the braai. Such an experience, really incredible - will definately be recommending it! Thanks so much for making us feel so welcome - hopefully we can come back one day.

March 2018

Luc (Bristol)

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Need to Know

Response timeQuatermain's 1920's Safari Camp typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyRegret no children under 12.

Closest airport(s)Port Elizabeth Airport - 75km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 13h00
Check-out by 11h30

Payment methods accepted by the property Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since March 2009

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