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Pumba Private Game Reserve

Pumba Private Game Reserve

near Port Elizabeth

Located in the malaria-free Eastern Cape, Pumba Private Game Reserve offers chance of "Big Five" game drives. The reserve has been at the forefront of wildlife reintroduction in the region and is home to the rare white lion and leopard. There are two lodges in the reserve, each with its own facilities. Water Lodge and Bush Lodge have similar facilities including sun deck and swimming pool, a lounge and restaurant. Water Lodge rooms have views over the lake.

As well as game drives there are also bush walks, stargazing, bird watching and a spa if you need a little pampering. The rooms at both lodges are attractively furnished, air conditioned and have their own deck and plunge pool. Each has a slightly different feel and is located in a different part of the reserve.

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Amenities

Activities, Game Drives, Parking, Restaurant, Spa, Swimming Pool, Walking & Trekking, Suitable for Families

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A stay with AfriCamps is all about boutique glamping at the most beautiful working farms, estates, and reserves in South Africa. Their custom-designed boutique glamping tents are fully furnished with everything you need for a comfortable self-catering stay – from the well-equipped kitchens to the spacious showers. You can experience the freedom and beauty of the great outdoors, without compromising on the comforts you love. The tents are suitable for everyone, whether close friends, couples or families. 

Each tent includes:

●	Ensuite bathroom with shower
●	Fully equipped kitchen 
●	Wood-fired hot tub (at selected camps)
●	Outdoor BBQ area 
●	Tents accommodate up to 5 guests and are ideal for families and groups of friends. 
●	At each camp you can order a breakfast basket, BBQ basket and firewood at additional cost. 

Nestled among thickets of indigenous fynbos, overlooking forested hills and gorges, eight fully equipped boutique glamping tents offer the perfect base for adventure, wildlife, and relaxation. Located on the beautiful Hayterdale Trails property at the foothills of the Zuurberg Mountains, the camp offers easy access to scenic mountain biking, trail running, and hiking routes through Yellowwood forests and across rolling hills. Spot over 160 bird species, and even catch a glimpse of sable and nyala in the property's conservancy. 
For an authentic Big 5 safari experience, visit the Addo Elephant National Park, just a short drive away. 

The tents offer unparalleled views of the natural surroundings and are comfortable and spacious. For many, the name Addo has become synonymous with elephants and other wildlife due to the proximity of the Addo Elephant National Park. In addition to the wildlife, Addo offers other activities that cater to families, couples and groups of friends alike, from birdwatching and hiking to mountain biking and fishing.

AfriCamps Addo

Addo

This charming country house hotel is just a short distance from the city centre and is the ideal place to break your journey at the beginning or the end of a journey along the Garden Route or a visit to the Eastern Cape game lodges. If time allows there is plenty to do in the area including a range of beach activities as well as a visit to beachfront craft market. 

There's a restaurant and bar, lounges for relaxing and if you're feeling energetic there's swimming pool and tennis court. The airport is just a short drive away making this an ideal place if you have an early flight the next day. The rooms are tastefully decorated with lots of traditional touches, all have air conditioning and heating, tea and coffee-making facilities and a safe.

Hacklewood Hill

Port Elizabeth

Situated on South Africa's malaria-free Eastern Cape, Kariega Game Reserve spans 11,500 hectares of pristine wilderness and is home to the Big 5 as well as a multitude of African wildlife including hippo, giraffe and zebra. The reserve is also a paradise for birdlife, including resident and migrant birds. The location of the reserve makes it ideal if you are self-driving, alternatively, Port Elizabeth airport is around 1 hour and 20 minutes away. 

The Main Lodge offers families, friends and couples a relaxed and friendly environment to enjoy the African bush. The lodge has a restaurant, bar and a swimming pool. All stays include 2 game drives daily, all meals, river cruises and bush walks. 

All the log chalets are air-conditioned and have large private viewing decks. Each has a spacious lounge and living area, tea and coffee-making facilities, safety and Wi-Fi.

Kareiga Game Reserve

near Kenton on Sea

How our Tent Ratings work

These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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