Amakhala Woodbury Lodge

Amakhala Woodbury Lodge
Amakhala Woodbury Lodge
Amakhala Woodbury Lodge
Amakhala Woodbury Lodge
Amakhala Woodbury Lodge
Amakhala Woodbury Lodge
Amakhala Woodbury Lodge
Amakhala Woodbury Lodge
Amakhala Woodbury Lodge
Amakhala Woodbury Lodge
Highlights
  • Morning game drives
  • Evening game drives
  • Boat cruise along the Bushman's River
  • Excursions to neighbouring Addo National Elephant Park
  • Excursions to the Born Free Foundation
  • Photography
  • Sundowners
  • Birdlife
Information
  • Lodge type; Safari Lodge
  • Location; Amakhala Reserve
  • Lodge size; 6 rooms
  • Recommended stay; 2-5 nights
Introduction

Amakhala Woodbury Lodge, situated on the beautiful Amakhala Game Reserve is a 7500 hectare Big 5 malaria-free game reserve in the Eastern Cape. Less than an hour's drive from Port Elizabeth, this spectacular lodge is set against a cliff above the Bushman's River valley.

It offers an intimate and tranquil experience of the Eastern Cape riverine bushveld at its best. Experience a memorable safari in a reserve steeped in history and beauty.

The lodge has recently received a four-star grading in recognition of its standards.

Reserve Information

The privately owned Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa that offers visitors the chance to view the "Big Five", lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard as well as cheetah, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and plenty of antelope species.

The reserve hosts five of South Africa's seven biomes, bushveld to savannah. For a change of pace relax on board the boat cruise while meandering lazily along the Bushman's River.

A truly special part of the country this is, the Amakhala and Shamwari Game Reserves are split only by the N2 (national road) that runs between the two.

Rooms and Suites

Guests to Amakhala Woodbury Lodge are accommodated in 6 comfortably appointed stone-and-thatch sleeping lodges, each with air-conditioning and en-suite bathroom, 2 of which are family rooms. The seclusion of the lodges and the design of the bathrooms and individual outdoor relaxation areas enable our visitors to enjoy the unique and breathtaking views at their leisure.

Cuisine and Wine

Meals with a South African flavour are served in a relaxed and stylish atmosphere in the central dining room, and guests can gather around the outdoor fire or in the attractive bar lounge for a drink and snacks before dinner. Breakfasts on occasion are served outdoors on the deck of the dining room.

Facilities

To relax, you could just recline around the communal swimming pool and enjoy some sun while the birds keep you company. In the evenings you can relax under the African stars around the central fire place while the bar keeps you well supplied.

Activities

Morning and afternoon game drives are included in the daily rates, guided by professional guides in 4x4 safari vehicles. Other activities within the Amakhala Game Reserve include;

  • Family safaris
  • Boat safari
  • Night Drives
  • Star Gazing
  • Birding
  • Bush Walks
  • Archery
  • Fishing
  • And surrounding historical sites
Child Friendly

Amakhala WoodburyLodge is family friendly with babysitting services, to fun kiddies programmes and child-friendly menus

Rates From

Rates from R4 990.00 pp

Rates Information
  • Per person per night sharing (pp)
  • Rates are in South African Rands
  • *Rates may vary according to season
Rates Include
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Selected house beverages
  • 2 game drive activities
Rates Exclude
  • Premium branded beverages
  • Transfers
  • Telephone calls
  • Laundry
  • Items of personal nature
  • Insurance
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