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South Africa – 3-day Eastern Cape Safari with Amakhala Safari 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 Eastern Cape Safari with Amakhala Safari Lodge – Private accommodated

From $885
Amakhala Safari Lodge
Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Safari Lodge
Amakhala Safari Lodge
Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Game Reserve

Includes

2 nights accommodation at Amakhala Safari Lodge on all-inclusive basis
2 daily shared game drives
Park fees

Excludes

Flights
Transfers from/to Gqberha (Port Elizabeth), which can be added
Drinks not specified (premium brands)
Gratuities - we recommend US$ 10 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 Safari Lodge

    Day 1 - 3

    The stylish Safari Lodge is secretly hidden in indigenous bush. It is a romantic thatched lodge with luxury safari huts inspired by African tribal design. Each hut is complete with a private plunge pool and a small private lounge area. Large beds are draped with mosquito nets, sparkling wine sits on ice alongside a bath filled with aromatherapy scented bubbles making this a favorite for honeymooners and the romantic at heart. Indulge in sheer relaxation as you unwind next to the pool overlooking the lush African bushveld before being ushered away on an exciting BIG-5 game drive
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    Amakhala Safari Lodge
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Day 1

Day Notes:

Make your way to Amakhala Safari Lodge to arrive by 2:00 PM, so you still have time to settle in before joining your first shared afternoon game drive. We can assist with a rental car if you are planning a more extensive journey, possibly along the Garden Route. Alternatively, we can arrange transfers from and back to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).

  • Check-in to Amakhala Safari Lodge

  • Afternoon game drive

Day 2

Day Notes:

The morning game drive starts at sunrise. You will wake up before dawn for tea and coffee before the game drive starts. Then, you are off for 3 hours 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.

After high tea, the afternoon game drive will start around 3:30–4:00 PM. It will last for +-3 hours, with a stop somewhere for sundowners. You will return to the lodge in the dark, with a spotlight to look for nocturnal animals.

  • Morning and afternoon game drives

Day 3
  • Morning game drive

  • Check-out from Amakhala Safari 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 Safari Lodge
Amakhala Game Reserve
Day 1-3

Amakhala Safari Lodge

The stylish Safari Lodge is secretly hidden in indigenous bush.

01 September - 19 December 2025

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 20,705
  • Single/solo traveller: ZAR 26,700
  • Child 3-11 years: ZAR 10,485
  • Children under 3 stay free of charge

20 December 2025 - 10 January 2026

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 23,585
  • Single/solo traveller: ZAR 46,445
  • Child 3-11 years: ZAR 11,925
  • Children under 3 stay free of charge

11 January - 30 April 2026

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 20,705
  • Single/solo traveller: ZAR 26,700
  • Child 3-11 years: ZAR 10,485
  • Children under 3 stay free of charge

1 May - 31 July 2026 - PAY 2, STAY FOR 3

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 16,705
  • Single/solo traveller: ZAR 21,500
  • Child 3-11 years*: ZAR 8,485
  • Children under 3 stay free of charge

August 2026

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 22,705
  • Single/solo traveller: ZAR 29,300
  • Child 3-11 years: ZAR 11,485
  • Children under 3 stay free of charge

*There may be a supplement for the third free night for children aged 12-16 years

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