Kariega Main Lodge

This malaria free "Big 5" private Game Reserve set in 5000 hectares of pristine wilderness high above the picturesque Kariega River valley, just 80 minutes from Port Elizabeth. This malaria free game reserve incorporates contrasting riverine, bushveld and grassland eco-systems and hosts more than 25 species of game, including Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, Giraffe, Zebra, Eland, Wildebeest, a wide variety of Antelope and more that 250 bird species. A natural extension of a trip up South Africa's famous Garden Route, it's in a stretch of country that is startling in its quiet beauty with raptors circling overhead and sleek antelope grazing contentedly in the bushveld.

Kariega Main Lodge comprise 20 luxurious and spacious, fully serviced 4 star 1,2,3 and 4 bedroomed log chalets, all en-suite with their own viewing decks, some with private pools. Ukozi Lodge accommodates 20 guests in ten superbly appointed luxury suites crafted from log, with panoramic views from private decks. The lodge boasts unique African-style lounges, restaurant and boma with an outdoor heated pool. Unique features of the Kariega experience is the ability to walk safely on marked trails close to abundant game and birdlife, and the diversity of the activities and attractions it offers which include game drives with experienced rangers, river cruises on the popular "Kariega Queen", canoeing, mountain biking, fishing and swimming in beautiful river pools. The golden beach of Kenton-on-Sea is a mere 15 minutes away. Nature lovers in search of the Big 5 can take advantage of Kariega's varied range of affordable safari excursions to nearby reserves such as Shamwari and the Addo Elephant Park