General Information:

This internationally renowned malaria-free "Big-5" private game reserve is set in 9000 hectares of pristine African wilderness incorporating the picturesque Kariega and Bushman’s Rivers, just 10 minutes from Kenton-on-sea and 80 minutes from Port Elizabeth. Situated in the heart of 1820 Settler Country, the reserve is a natural extension to a trip along South Africa’s famous Garden Route. Kariega offers a combination of “Big-5” game viewing and an expansive variety of fauna, flora and birdlife in a landscape that spans across 5 different eco systems offering the most dramatic views and vistas. The result is very powerful and truly unique to Kariega. In addition to unforgettable game viewing from open vehicles with qualified game rangers, the Kariega experience is unique in its offering of safe walking close to abundant game and birdlife and a diversity of activities which include river cruises on the popular “Kariega Queen”, canoeing, mountain biking, fishing, a spa and gym and visits to the nearby golden beaches of Kenton-on-Sea.

Accommodation:

The Main Lodge offers families, friends and couples a relaxed and friendly environment to enjoy the African bush. All the log chalets are air conditioned, with en-suite bedrooms and large private viewing decks. The Main Lodge comprises of spacious and comfortable air-conditioned log chalets, all en-suite, with private viewing decks. The lodge and pool are expertly integrated with the surrounding bush.

Dining:

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

Activities:

Kariega is unique in it’s offering of a diversity of Activities which include:

• Morning and late afternoon game drives in open vehicles with experienced game rangers
• River cruises on both the Bushmans and Kariega Rivers
• Safe hiking close to abundant game and birdlife.
• Canoeing and mountain biking
• Visits to the nearby beaches of Kenton-on-Sea

The Kariega Wellness Centre is the perfect place to rest, relax and rejuvenate body, mind and soul. Situated at Main Lodge (but also available to Ukhozi Lodge and The Homestead guests) the Wellness Centre comprises two treatment rooms and a well equipped gym.  Treatments for River Lodge guests are provided in the comfort of their own suite. The range of treatments and therapies include various relaxing or energizing massages, facials and the like.