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AMAKHALA GAME RESERVE (Boutique Hotel)
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Among the Frontier Settlers some five generations ago, our families settled in the Eastern Cape to farm sheep and cattle on the wild and often hostile Zuurveld. We are still here in the now historic and hospitable Frontier Country, only today our Private Game Reserve offers a wildlife experience that will capture your imagination, refresh your soul and help to conserve our natural heritage.
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| OVERVIEW |
Weary travellers through our uniquely beautiful Valley Bushveld have always appreciated the warm hospitality of the Eastern Cape.
Amakhala Game Reserve began in 1999 as a joint conservation venture and today has six independently owned lodges. All are owner managed by the descendants of the original families who arrived here with the British settlers of 1820. The lodges offer various styles of accommodation, which include two gracious colonial homesteads, two classic bush lodges, an historic inn, a Settler farmhouse and an authentic ox-wagon camp.
Amakhala Game Reserve offers a range of morning and evening safaris and other activities to enable our guests to experience the fascinating flora, fauna and bird life of the Eastern Cape. This is your opportunity to return to nature. Go on game drives in an open Land Rover in search of our wildlife -- or take a night drive with cheese and wine sundowners. Relax on a slow river cruise down the Bushman’s River. The riverine bushveld offers excellent bird watching with a good chance of seeing the majestic African Fish Eagle and all three species of Kingfisher. A guided walk with one of our qualified rangers will both fascinate and enthral you with an in-depth view into the hidden treasures of the African veld. Canoeing on the Bushman’s River will also give you a better insight into the tranquil riverine ecosystem. A leisurely paddle is often the perfect way to be at one with nature. Visit the famed neighbouring Shamwari Game Reserve for the opportunity of finding wild lion.
The Amakhala Conservation Centre, funded by the Sindisa Foundation, promote environmental awareness, identifies and supports research projects and advises on various conservation projects.
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| ACCOMODATION |
The Safari Lodge
This intimate thatched lodge with its unique air-conditioned safari huts offers all the comforts of a luxury four star lodge and is an undisturbed retreat where you can regenerate your soul and tune into the sounds of nature.
Leeuwenbosch
The Country House on Leeuwenbosch caters for the whole family. We offer two family suites, baby sitting services and a children’s programme.
Shearer’s Lodge has been beautifully converted into four luxury en-suite rooms, three twins and one really special honeymoon suite and surrounded by indigenous gardens.
Woodbury Lodge
Guests are accommodated in five comfortably appointed stone-and-thatch sleeping lodges, each with air-conditioning and en-suite bathroom.
Reed Valley
This colonial lodge encompasses South Afgrica’s historical past and provides a personalised homely experience.
Each room has a separate entrance onto a private patio. Children of all ages are welcome.
Reed Valley Bush Lodge
a brand new African retreat on Amakhala Game Reserve. Built in the bush at the top end of an open valley in the reserve, each of the four rooms overlook a watering point with big sky views. All buildings are thatched roofs, tented walls and wooden floors.
Carnarvon Dale
This Settler farmhouse consists of, the Bottom House, and an elegantly restored early Edwardian cottage, the Top House. On offer is a choice of en-suite serviced bedrooms meeting three star grading requirements. A family suite is available on request. All rooms are B & B.
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| FACILITIES |
Each suite features a fireplace, sitting area, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, under floor heating, air-conditioning, private veranda, large en-suite bathroom with spa bath and shower, and an outside courtyard with shower.
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| SAFARIS |
Amakhala Game Reserve offers a range of morning and evening safaris and other activities to enable our guests to experience the fascinating flora, fauna and bird life of the Eastern Cape. This is your opportunity to return to nature.
Go on game drives in an open Land Rover in search of our wildlife -- rhino, elephant, cheetah, buffalo, giraffe, black wildebeest, zebra, tortoise and over 16 antelope species or take a night drive with cheese and wine sundowners before searching for elusive nocturnal animals such as lynx, porcupine and spring hare
Relax on a slow river cruise down the Bushman’s River. The riverine bushveld offers excellent bird watching with a good chance of seeing the majestic African Fish Eagle and all three species of Kingfisher. Amongst the game drinking at the river’s edge, the rare Cape Clawless Otter might also be sighted.
A guided walk with one of our qualified rangers will both fascinate and enthral you with an in-depth view into the hidden treasures of the African veld.
Canoeing on the Bushman’s River will also give you a better insight into the tranquil riverine ecosystem. A leisurely paddle is often the perfect way to be at one with nature.
Visit the famed neighbouring Shamwari Game Reserve for the opportunity of finding wild lion. Early reservations will ensure availability.
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