Kariega Main Lodge | Eastern Cape Lodges

Highlights

Game Drives
Safari Walks
Kariega Health Spa
River cruises
Mountain Biking
Canoeing
Fly-fishing
Hiking

Information

Lodge type; Safari Lodge
Location; Kariega Reserve
Lodge size; 24 Log chalets
Recommended stay; 2-5 nights

Introduction

Kariega Main Lodge offers families, friends and couples a relaxed and friendly environment to enjoy the African bush. Located on a hilltop on the eastern side of the Kariega Reserve with views out over the surrounding hills and valleys.

The main public areas and log chalets blend perfectly in with the surrounding bushveld, walking around the lodge one will be surprised at the amount of birdlife fluttering around in plain sight.

Kariega is well known for her "Big Five" safaris and spectacular wildlife and birdlife; the area is, of course, malaria-free making it a perfect safari destination for young families.

Reserve Information

10 000 hectares, "Big 5" and "Malaria Free", this is the Kariega Game Reserve. Located in the Eastern Cape, Kariega's landscape and topography are arguably the most beautiful of all the Eastern Cape game reserves, resulting in stunning views and vistas not forgetting the fantastic wildlife and birdlife on show.

Guests can expect to be enthralled with the sightings of lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, leopard, hippo, hyena, giraffe, zebra, eland, kudu, wildebeest, waterbuck and a variety of antelope, as well as a myriad of bird species, including nesting fish, martial and crowned eagles.

Rooms and Suites

24 Log chalets, with sizeable private viewing decks (some with private pools) offering privacy and stunning views of the Kariega River valley. All the log chalets are air-conditioned, with en-suite bedrooms, fireplace and satellite TV.

King-size bed (can be made up as twin bed)
En-suite bathroom
Inside shower and Ornate bathroom
Large private viewing deck (some with private pool)
Air-conditioning
Bar fridge
Internet connectivity (at reception)
Safe and telephone

Cuisine and Wine

The lodge has been expertly integrated with the surrounding bush to create a natural environment where the guests can enjoy traditional meals in the restaurant or boma, a drink at the bar or a quiet a swim in the pool.

The restaurant area accommodates around 80 visitors; there is a small bar at which there is an excellent selection of beers and wine. The boma area is a must for dinners if the weather is playing fair.

Facilities

A large swimming pool on offers for those hot summer days. Around the corner from the pool, there is a gym and wellness centre that offers spa treatments.

Activities

Inclusive activities;

Morning and evening game drives
River cruises
Guided safari walks
Canoeing on the Kariega or Bushmans Rivers
Fishing

Child Friendly

Kariega Main Lodge is child and family friendly with accommodation, meal menus and activities dedicated towards the little ones.

Spa and Wellness

The Wellness Centre at Kariega Private Game Reserve is the perfect place to rest, relax and rejuvenate body, mind and soul. Treat yourself to the luxury and pampering you deserve in beautiful, tranquil surroundings and indulge in our range of treatments and therapies, including various relaxing or energizing massages, facials and the like.

Situated at Main Lodge, the Wellness Centre is also ideally positioned to service guests from Ukhozi Lodge and The Homestead. The centre comprises two treatment rooms and a gym.