Graaff-Reintet Accommodation at Samara Karoo Lodge in Karoo Heartland
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  • Property TypeGame Lodge
  • Guests40
  • Rooms/Units18
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About Samara Karoo Reserve

Samara Private Game Reserve, nestled in the malaria-free Eastern Cape, invites you to step away from the rush of everyday life, offering a tranquil setting to pause, breathe, and reflect. Here, you'll discover the inviting Karoo Lodge, providing exceptional accommodation near Graaff-Reinet.

The captivating beauty of this delicate landscape is what first inspired Samara's mission of restoration and renewal. Since 1997, the focus has been on realizing the full potential of this diverse region. Spanning four of South Africa's seven biomes, the reserve is also the center of an ambitious game reintroduction program, including the critically endangered cheetah, returning it to its rightful habitat.

Experience the Africa of your dreams, where spectacular sunsets and vast starry skies meet 70,000 protected acres in the heart of the Great Karoo.

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
  • Kids' programme

Accommodation

Samara offers accommodation with colonial charm and comfort at Karoo Lodge and The Manor. Relax on the broad wrap-around veranda, cool off in the pool, or enjoy a soothing in-room massage.

For a more secluded, off-grid safari experience that focuses on walking safaris and connecting with nature, the Plains Camp tented suites are available for a couple or for a group of up to eight guests in four tents.

Please refer to the detailed descriptions and photographs below to choose the accommodation that suits you best.

Star Bed Experience

The unforgettable Star Bed on the Milk River offers a breathtaking wilderness experience. Available to guests who have booked to stay at Karoo Lodge or The Manor, this romantic outdoor adventure provides stunning views as the night sky comes alive. Enjoy a picnic-style dinner beneath the stars, with mohair blankets to keep you warm as you drift off to sleep. Wake up to the sound of birds and witness a beautiful sunrise in the Karoo – a perfect start to another day in Africa.

Dining

Savor the delights of the Karoo Kitchen, where traditional influences are given a modern twist. Meals are served in stunning indoor and outdoor locations, creating a dining experience that's both unique and unforgettable.

Activities

Led by professional guides, you will have the rare opportunity to encounter the endangered cheetah up close, offering an exclusive interaction with these majestic creatures.

Explore the untouched Plains of Camdeboo, where herds of antelope roam freely, or take in the stunning views from the mountain plateau, home to the endangered Cape Mountain Zebra. For history enthusiasts, fossils predating the dinosaurs and well-preserved Bushman paintings offer a fascinating glimpse into the Earth's ancient past.

Children can enjoy special game drives tailored to shorter attention spans, learning to spot the ‘funny five' or participate in outdoor activities, including track identification, African arts and crafts, orienteering, and more.

Kids Programme

On arrival, children are welcomed into the Samara Cubs Programme, offering a range of exciting and educational activities for all ages, from toddlers to teens.

Guided by experienced staff, children engage in a variety of activities tailored to their age, such as learning about tracking, painting like the Khoi-San, carving walking sticks, storytelling, and Spekboom planting. Each child receives a goodie bag filled with treats and activities to enrich their experience. The bush serves as an outdoor classroom, where young explorers learn about the many creatures we share the planet with, from bugs to the “Funny Five.”

Older children can partake in more adventurous activities such as air rifle target practice, bush walks, and overnight trails, while Big Five territory walks are reserved for those aged 16 and over. These thrilling experiences often include parents, creating opportunities for the entire family to reconnect in the wild beauty of the Great Karoo.

Features you'll appreciate

  • swimming
    pool
  • always on
  • air-con
  • wifi
  • parking
  • airport
    transfers
  • room service
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Air-conditioning
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Desk
  • Disabled equipped
  • Fan(s)
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Heater(s)
  • International plug point(s)
  • Internet connection (wireless)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Safe for valuables
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Telephone (direct dial)
  • Underfloor heating

On Site

  • Air-conditioning
  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Childcare / babysitting service
  • Garden(s)
  • Guest lounge with TV
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Laundry service
  • Parking (undercover)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Smoking: in demarcated areas
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Swimming pool
  • Wake up calls
  • Wheelchair access

Loadshedding Facilities

What is loadshedding? Currently suspended.

  • Generator
  • WiFi stays on
  • Gas cooker (stove)

Food & Drink

  • Halaal Friendly
  • Bar (fully licenced)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee
  • Restaurant / dining room
  • Room service

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Transfers

  • Airport transfers
  • Other transfers available

Rooms & Rates

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

Karoo Family Suite

Qty: 2
Sleeps: 5 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Qty: 8
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Manor House Suite

Qty: 4
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: not allowed in this room type

Plains Camp Tented Suite

Qty: 4
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: not allowed in this room type

RATES INCLUDE:
Luxury Accommodation
All Meals
Game Drives

RATES EXCLUDE:
Quoted rates exclude conservation contribution which funds vital conservation & community projects through Samara's registered public benefit organisation

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Guest Reviews

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

Verified reviewvery good

Although there is not as much game as at some reserves Samara is a great place. Nice surroundings, pleasant, helpful staff. Good rangers who were particularly good with children. I would definitely go back.

December 2019

David K. (Cumbria, UK)

Verified reviewexcellent

Simply heaven. A privilege to be able to share such a wonderful place. It really was such a pleasure and we are in total admiration of the wonderful achievements you are making here.

December 2018

Gary & Katrina (London)

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Need to Know

Response timeSamara Karoo Reserve typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.
At the Manor, children under 14 are not permitted unless the Manor has been booked exclusively. Cots and high-chairs are available on request.

Closest airport(s)Port Elizabeth Airport - 293km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 11h00

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

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