Bukela Game Lodge is 5-star safari lodge situated in the Amakhala Game Reserve, an 18 000-acre private game park located in the malaria free Eastern Cape. The reserve is a Big 5 Reserve and hosts other animals such as cheetah, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and plenty of antelope species.
The lodge is secluded on the reserve and tucked away into indigenous trees and bushes at the top of a hidden valley. There are 4 thatched suites and 10 luxury safari tents, each individually styled and connected by a wooden walkway. Each air-conditioned room has an indoor and outdoor shower as well as a private wooden deck. At the main lodge you will find a reception, dining and sitting area with a central fireplace, a media and library area with Internet, games and books and a large wooden pool deck overlooking a small dam frequented by buffalo.
Malaria-free Big 5 safari - a nice tag on to a trip to the Garden Route
Day and night game drives, bush walks, archery and fishing
On site Bukela Spa for some pampering
Sumptuous high teas, private candlelit dinners and fireside boma dinners under the stars
At a glance
4 Suites & 10 Luxury Safari Tents
12 years +
Open All Year
Full Board
Safari
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INSIDER TIP
"At night, listen out for the unmistakable sounds of elephant and buffalo making their stately progress through the unfenced camp."
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ACTIVITIES
Adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most.
Big 5 Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
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Take a journey through Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge to get a flavour of its unique style and character, designed to enchant every guest.
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We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.
Virginia Hartofilis, 14th October 2021
Honeymoon to
South Africa & Mauritius
Mind blowing, relaxing, and just perfection. After all the craziness of 2020, this trip really took our breaths away and was exactly what we looking for and more.
Our trip was seamless and well planned out! We enjoyed every moment! I'm also very impressed how the whole trip was catered to work around Justin's egg/chicken allergies; this was a huge relief for us. We thoroughly enjoyed the food and memories we shared on our trip!
Absolutely unforgettable and once in a lifetime trip! First class treatment the entire trip!! Every step of the way we were taken care of, it allowed us to be completely worry and hassle free, and just enjoy making incredible memories.
+1 347-708-1755
4 Suites & 10 Luxury Safari Tents
12 years +
Open All Year
Full Board
Safari
Big 5 Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
