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Loadshedding Proof
Samara Karoo Reserve is a highly recommended Eastern Cape game lodge providing a wildlife experience for discerning tourists visiting Karoo Heartland.
Samara Private Game Reserve is situated in the malaria-free Eastern Cape where time stands still inviting you to pause, breathe, reflect. Here you will find the very inviting Karoo Lodge, offering fabulous accommodation near Graaff-Reinet.
It is the haunting beauty of this fragile area that first inspired Samara's campaign of rehabilitation and renewal. Since 1997 their main objective has been to realise the land's full potential, not only as an area of outstanding natural diversity - this vast area includes four of South Africa's seven biomes - but also as home to an ambitious programme of game reintroduction especially that of the highly endangered cheetah, into its natural habitat. Samara is located in a malaria-free area.
Discover the Africa one always dreams and reads about with spectacular sunsets and starry skies, surrounded by 70 000 protected acres in the Great Karoo.
What to expect at the lodge/reserve
Colonial style accommodation and comfort is offered in the Karoo Lodge and The Manor. Relax on the wide wrap around veranda, cool off in the pool or pamper yourself with a soothing in-room massage.
For an off-grid safari experience focuses on walking safaris and reconnecting with nature, book the Plains Camp tented suite for two or all four tents for a larger group.
Indulge in the delectable offerings of our Karoo Kitchen – food which is influenced by the past but with a modern twist. Meals are all served in magical settings, both in-door and out.
Your professional guides will introduce you to the highly endangered cheetah, enabling you to participate in an exclusive interaction with these graceful predators.
Discover the secrets of Samara as you explore the untouched Plains of Camdeboo viewing magnificent herds of antelope or gaze down on the same plains from the mountain plateau where the endangered Cape Mountain Zebra have found safe haven.
Fossils that predate the dinosaurs and well-preserved Bushman paintings offer a fascinating insight into some of the historical intricacies of our Earth's past.
Guides can take kids on shorter game drives where they can spot the 'funny five'. Children can enjoy track identification, outdoor classroom excursions, african arts, t-shirt making, board games, orienteering and more.
What is loadshedding? It refers to the temporary suspension of electricity provided by Eskom, South Africa's electricity provider, to reduce consumption and thereby the load on the national grid. To compensate, South African property owners are turning to solar power, inverters with backup batteries or in some cases generators to keep the power on, wherever feasible.
Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.
The Karoo Family Suites are standalone cottages located within the grounds of Karoo Lodge. Each comprises two inter-leading bedrooms, each with fireplace, air-conditioning, luxury en-suite bathroom and outdoor shower, sharing a private covered patio.
Qty: 2
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-13 years are allowed; over 13 years treated as adults
The Karoo Suites are standalone cottages located within the grounds of Karoo Lodge. Each contains a bedroom with fireplace, air-conditioning, luxury en-suite bathroom, private covered patio and outdoor shower.
Qty: 8
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-13 years are allowed; over 13 years treated as adults
Spacious suite within The Manor, containing a bedroom, bathroom with separate bath and shower, air-conditioning and a private patio with outdoor seating. The suites have access to a shared living room, dining room, bar, lounging alcove and pool.
Qty: 4
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: not allowed in this room type
Exclusive-use of The Manor. Four spacious suites each contain a bedroom, bathroom with separate bath and shower, air-conditioning and a private patio with outdoor seating. The suites have access to a living room, dining room, bar, lounging alcove and pool.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 8 guests (max 8 adults)
Children: ; over 13 years treated as adults
This off-grid safari experience focuses on walking safaris and reconnecting with nature in elegant simplicity. Each Tented Suite comprises a bedroom, en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, fireplace and seating area.
Qty: 4
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: not allowed in this room type
Exclusive use of Plains Camp. This off-grid safari experience focuses on walking safaris and reconnecting with nature in elegant simplicity. Four Tented Suites each comprise a bedroom, en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, fireplace and seating area.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 8 guests (max 8 adults)
Children: from 0-13 years are allowed; over 13 years treated as adults
RATES INCLUDE:
All Meals
Game Drives
RATES EXCLUDE:
Quoted rates exclude conservation contribution which funds vital conservation & community projects through Samara's registered public benefit organisation
3 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.
Verified review
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 review
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)
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
Early check-ins and late check-outs are possible by prior arrangement, however guests may have to wait in the common areas of the lodge as their room may need to be used.
Payment methods accepted by the property Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Diners, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com
Listed on SA-Venues.com since June 2015
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