Experience world-class service at Bush Lodge – Amakhala Game Reserve
Situated in the Amakala Big Five Game Reserve, Bush Lodge offers an intimate lodge experience. It features an outdoor swimming pool, viewing deck and a number of game drives and bush walks.
The luxury tents have a deck with private plunge pool and views of the surrounding bush. They come with thatched roofs and wooden floors, as well as a fireplace and minibar.
Guests can enjoy all-inclusive meals in the dining area and relax in the shared lounge or by the outdoor fireplace. In addition to game drives and bush walks, there is also the opportunity for bird watching.
Bush Lodge is located 50 km from Addo Elephant Park and 47 km from Grahamstown. Port Elizabeth Airport is 100 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
“Lovely lodge with great African feel. Top class food and service and excellent game drives.”
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Claire
United Kingdom
“Fabulous location and views. Large lodge beautifully fitted out and extremely comfortable. Lovely communal area for meals and drinks and the food was fantastic. All of the staff were amazing, so polite, helpful , fun and knowledgable. ...”
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Juliet
United Kingdom
“Wonderful accommodation- clean, had character and spacious with pots of lovely extra touches”
Richard
United Kingdom
“The staff, lodges, location, food and, above all, the safaris were all excellent. You were made to feel part of the Bush Lodge family from the start of our stay until the end.
Thanks especially to Roan, our ranger, for an amazing 5 game drives....”
“Just wow! Great game reserve, wonderful set up, friendly staff, great game drives with Brett, lovely food and wine”
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Jason
United Kingdom
“Great game drives and knowledgeable guides
Polite and helpful staff
Tasty food (plenty of it!)
Lovely chalet/tent, nice and private too”
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Lewis
United Kingdom
“The staff and service are second to none. They can’t do enough for you!”
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Kim
United Kingdom
“Everything about Bush Lodge is marvellous. The staff are wonderful, accommodation is luxuriously comfortable, food is plentiful and then there are safari drives too.”
Lavinia
United Kingdom
“We spent three amazing nights at The Bush Lodge for our honeymoon, and it was unforgettable. The staff, especially Athi and Gunther, were incredibly helpful and attentive. They even baked a cake for my 30th birthday and provided a bottle of wine...”
Property surroundings
House rules
Bush Lodge – Amakhala Game Reserve takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 13:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children older than 12 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note compulsory conservation and park fees are applicable and excluded from the rates. Please contact the property in advance, prior to arrival for these charges.
Please inform Bush Lodge – Amakhala Game Reserve in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.
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