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South Africa – 3-day Amakhala Safari with Bukela Game Lodge – Private accommodated

3 days / 2 nights
Amakhala Game Reserve

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Amakhala Game Reserve

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South Africa – 3-day Amakhala Safari with Bukela Game Lodge – Private accommodated

From $1,120
Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge
Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge
Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge
Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge

Includes

2 nights safari accommodation on an all-inclusive basis
2 daily, shared game drives
Park fees

Excludes

Flights
Transfers from/to Port Elizabeth
Premium drinks
Gratuities - we recommend ZAR 180 per person/day per guide and for lodge staff
Entry visa
Travel insurance
Increase in government tax and park fees

Itinerary

Amakhala Game Reserve, South Africa

Located between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown and just east of Addo Elephant Park, the Amakhala Game Reserve is the perfect place to enjoy Big Five Safaris. Featuring spectacular topography created by the Bushman’s River, the reserve is home to a huge array of animal species - besides the big five, visitors can also spot cheetah, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, plenty of antelope species, and many other smaller interesting animals.
Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Game Reserve
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  • Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge

    Day 1 - 3

    Bukela Game Lodge is a romantic and secluded safari destination tucked away into indigenous trees and bushes at the top of a hidden valley. This tranquil spot is definitely the perfect setting for an intimate game reserve experience.
    Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge
    Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge
    Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge
    Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge
    Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge
    Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge
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Day 1

Day Notes:

Arrive at the lodge no later than 2pm, so that you still have time to settle in, before you join your first shared afternoon game drive.

Transfer TIme: ~1 hour

  • Check-in to Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 2

Day Notes:

Enjoy an early morning game drive. You will wake up and have tea and coffee before the game drive starts. Then, you are off to find as many animals as possible before they all find trees to hide under in the heat of the day.

When the game drive returns to the lodge, you will be served a delicious hot breakfast and have time to relax. You can sit by the pool, read a book, take a nap, and absorb being out in the bush. There is a close by water hole that is often frequented by a variety of wildlife.

Then you will depart for the shared afternoon game drive and return to the lodge for dinner.

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drive

Day 3
  • Shared morning game drive

  • Check-out from Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Amakhala Game Reserve
South Africa
Day 1-2

Amakhala Game Reserve

Located between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown and just east of Addo Elephant Park, the Amakhala Game Reserve is the perfect place to enjoy Big Five Safaris.

Accommodations

Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge
Amakhala Game Reserve
Day 1-3

Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge

Bukela Game Lodge is a romantic and secluded safari destination tucked away into indigenous trees and bushes at the top of a hidden valley.

1 September - 19 December 2025 & 11 January - 30 April 2026

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 22,980
  • Single/solo traveller: ZAR 29,685
  • Per child sharing, 3-11 years: ZAR 11,400

20 December 2025 - 10 January 2026

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 26,300
  • Single/solo traveller: ZAR 34,000
  • Per child sharing, 3-11 years: ZAR 13,060

May - July 2026 - STAY A THIRD NIGHT FREE AND ONLY PAY FOR PARK FEES

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 19,280
  • Single/solo traveller: ZAR 24,875
  • Per child sharing, 3-11 years: ZAR 9,550

August 2026

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 26,340
  • Single/solo traveller: ZAR 34,050
  • Per child sharing, 3-11 years: ZAR 13,080

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