Kariega is a vast private game reserve in the Eastern Cape, family-owned and run, covering nearly 10,000 hectares of wilderness. The Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant) are all found here, as well as other wildlife including hippo, hyena, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and kudu and birdlife is similarly impressive with more than 280 species found here. The reserve is varied with a mix of ecosystems, making game viewing here fascinating. You will spend your days exploring the riverine forest, valley bushveld, savannah plains, fynbos and acacia woodlands searching for the wildlife here. Activities include game drives, fishing, canoe trips and boat safaris on the river and guided bush walks accompanied by expert guides.
The River Lodge, which sweeps down the banks of the Bushmans River, offers guests spectacular views of the Bushmans River Valley while relaxing in beautiful surroundings. The lodge has ten thatched suites which are all superbly appointed. Each has air-conditioning, ceiling fans and a minibar and are en suite with both bath and shower. As the suites are tucked into the vegetation, not all have views of the valley. The main area is right on the river and includes a lounge, library, dining area and boma as well as a swimming pool.
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Tour ideas in The Eastern Cape Game Areas
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Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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The Eastern Cape Game Areas and nearby places
- Pumba Private Game Reserve 24 miles away
- Shamwari Private Game Reserve 32 miles away
- Amakhala Game Reserve 30 miles away
- Kwandwe Private Game Reserve 38 miles away
- Addo Elephant National Park 48 miles away
- Port Elizabeth 58 miles away
- East London 90 miles away
- Tsitsikamma Forest 156 miles away
- Plettenberg Bay 186 miles away
- Knysna 204 miles away