Kariega River Lodge is a beautiful river-side lodge offering peace and tranquillity to the most discerning of guests. This stunning stone and thatch safari lodge comprises 10 decadently luxurious and air-conditioned suites decorated in a blend of traditional safari and crisp modernity. The Lodge itself offers spectacular dining over-looking the river, an outdoor pool and an exclusive library. Unique activities include daily boat trips to Kenton beach, as well as excellent fishing and canoeing.
Luxurious peace and tranquility along the banks of the Bushmens River.
Book 3 nights or more and receive a free return transfer from Port Elizabeth!!
Kariega River Lodge Rates
2017
Rates 2017
RIVER LODGE (4 star superior)
TOTAL ACCOMODATION – 10 luxury suites.
(Per person per night sharing fully inclusive (all meals selected beverages and activities).
| High Season: 1 to 31 Jan & 1 Mar to 30 April 2017 |
Peak Season:
1 to 28 Feb 2017 |
Low Season:
1 May – 30 Sept 2017 |
High Season:
1 Oct – 17 Dec 2017 |
Peak Season:
18 to 31 Dec 2017 |
- Per person per night sharing (+50% single supplement).
Children Game Drive Policy:
- Children 11 years and older can enjoy game drives, but it is in the Ranger’s and ultimately the General Manager’s discretion as to whether they can be taken into sightings of the more dangerous “Big-5” animals, for safety reasons.
- A tailor-made Children’s Program is available at Main Lodge for kids every day from 11h00 to 14h00.
- No children 10 years and under (11 years & older pay adult rate).
Group Driver/Guide Policy:
- Less than 10 Pax, 1 Driver/Guide at per night on a B&B & lunch basis.
- 10 + Pax, 1 Driver/Guide free of charge on a B&B & lunch basis.
- 15 + Pax, 2 Driver/Guides free of charge on a B&B & lunch basis.
- 20 + Pax, 3 Driver/Guides free of charge on a B&B & lunch basis.
- Dinners =
Kariega River Lodge Facilities
- Luxury suite with king-size bed (twin or double).
- Private viewing patio.
- En-suite bathroom.
- In-side shower and Ornate bath.
- Double vanity basin.
- Air-conditioning and overhead fan.
- Internet connectivity.
- Safe and telephone.
- Tea and coffee facilities.
Kariega River Lodge Activities
Game Drives
Guests are taken out twice daily in open safari vehicles, usually in the early morning and late afternoon, although times are dependent on the season and weather. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the African bush, while your skilled ranger provides hidden details and fascinating facts about the surrounding wildlife. Game drives are the center of the Kariega safari experience and guests will be thrilled by close-up encounters with lion, elephant and an abundance of other African wildlife.
Safari Walks
Kariega offers a variety of well marked hiking trails on the predator-free, eastern section of the reserve. This provides our guests with the opportunity of walking safely amongst more than 25 species of game and an abundance of birdlife.
River Cruise
An abundance of bird and animal life makes for exciting game viewing whilst enjoying the peace and tranquility of the dramatic river valley. During one of the morning game drives, guests at Main Lodge, Ukhozi Lodge and the Homestead will enjoy a majestic cruise down the Kariega River on the “Kariega Queen”. At River Lodge, optional daily boat cruises ferry guests down the Bushman’s River, through the quaint village of Kenton-on-Sea and to its picturesque beaches.
Canoeing
Take one of the canoes for a leisurely paddle down either the Kariega or the Bushman’s rivers and watch in blissful silence as the river birds and animals go about their daily business.
Fishing
Guests at Main Lodge and Ukhozi Lodge are welcome to bring their own fishing equipment for fishing in the magnificent Kariega River. River Lodge is equipped with rods and is perfectly situated for the keen fisherman. Here, guests can fish from the Bushman’s River bank or from a canoe or boat.
Kariega River Lodge Reviews
“My wife and I, and two other couples, spent three nights at Kariega River Lodge in November. It was superb! It was, to me, the perfect blend of great service and friendly informality. Our room was a very luxurious thatched suite right next to the river about five minutes walk from the main lodge, but we didn’t have to walk there, we just used one of their golf carts. Great idea! The food was delicious and plentiful. They even made me a birthday cake and sang a local version of Happy Birthday!” –Gumboot50
“The staff at the Lodge itself were fantastic and so kind. The food was great (especially for a fussy vegetarian!), as was the comfort and décor in our room on the river’s edge. We were both so very sad to leave, and are still adjusting to life back in the UK over a month later. I’m not sure when we’ll be back, but hopefully it won’t be long.” –hthomsit
“From the moment we arrived we were met with a hot flannel and a nice cool drink. The service stayed this good the whole trip. Our room was beautiful and private with a river view.The food and drink was really nice over the few days especially the African buffet dinner experience with a taste of some traditional food. The game drives were great, we saw 4 of the big 5 just missing out on the elusive leopard. Our ranger Dave was fantastic, very knowledgeable and made great effort to get us the viewings we wanted of the big game. It was our first taste of safari and has made us want to do more in the future.Thank you all at River Lodge for a perfect few days!” –NJefferies
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Kariega River Lodge Rates
2017
Rates 2017
RIVER LODGE (4 star superior)
TOTAL ACCOMODATION – 10 luxury suites.
(Per person per night sharing fully inclusive (all meals selected beverages and activities).High Season:
1 to 31 Jan &
1 Mar to 30 April 2017Peak Season: 1 to 28 Feb 2017
Low Season: 1 May –
30 Sept 2017
High Season: 1 Oct –
17 Dec 2017
Peak Season: 18 to 31 Dec 2017
- Per person per night sharing (+50% single supplement).
Children Game Drive Policy:
- Children 11 years and older can enjoy game drives, but it is in the Ranger’s and ultimately the General Manager’s discretion as to whether they can be taken into sightings of the more dangerous “Big-5” animals, for safety reasons.
- A tailor-made Children’s Program is available at Main Lodge for kids every day from 11h00 to 14h00.
- No children 10 years and under (11 years & older pay adult rate).
Group Driver/Guide Policy:
- Less than 10 Pax, 1 Driver/Guide at per night on a B&B & lunch basis.
- 10 + Pax, 1 Driver/Guide free of charge on a B&B & lunch basis.
- 15 + Pax, 2 Driver/Guides free of charge on a B&B & lunch basis.
- 20 + Pax, 3 Driver/Guides free of charge on a B&B & lunch basis.
- Dinners =
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Kariega River Lodge Facilities
- Luxury suite with king-size bed (twin or double).
- Private viewing patio.
- En-suite bathroom.
- In-side shower and Ornate bath.
- Double vanity basin.
- Air-conditioning and overhead fan.
- Internet connectivity.
- Safe and telephone.
- Tea and coffee facilities.
- + Activities
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Kariega River Lodge Activities
Game Drives
Guests are taken out twice daily in open safari vehicles, usually in the early morning and late afternoon, although times are dependent on the season and weather. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the African bush, while your skilled ranger provides hidden details and fascinating facts about the surrounding wildlife. Game drives are the center of the Kariega safari experience and guests will be thrilled by close-up encounters with lion, elephant and an abundance of other African wildlife.
Safari Walks
Kariega offers a variety of well marked hiking trails on the predator-free, eastern section of the reserve. This provides our guests with the opportunity of walking safely amongst more than 25 species of game and an abundance of birdlife.
River Cruise
An abundance of bird and animal life makes for exciting game viewing whilst enjoying the peace and tranquility of the dramatic river valley. During one of the morning game drives, guests at Main Lodge, Ukhozi Lodge and the Homestead will enjoy a majestic cruise down the Kariega River on the “Kariega Queen”. At River Lodge, optional daily boat cruises ferry guests down the Bushman’s River, through the quaint village of Kenton-on-Sea and to its picturesque beaches.
Canoeing
Take one of the canoes for a leisurely paddle down either the Kariega or the Bushman’s rivers and watch in blissful silence as the river birds and animals go about their daily business.
Fishing
Guests at Main Lodge and Ukhozi Lodge are welcome to bring their own fishing equipment for fishing in the magnificent Kariega River. River Lodge is equipped with rods and is perfectly situated for the keen fisherman. Here, guests can fish from the Bushman’s River bank or from a canoe or boat.
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Kariega River Lodge Reviews
“My wife and I, and two other couples, spent three nights at Kariega River Lodge in November. It was superb! It was, to me, the perfect blend of great service and friendly informality. Our room was a very luxurious thatched suite right next to the river about five minutes walk from the main lodge, but we didn’t have to walk there, we just used one of their golf carts. Great idea! The food was delicious and plentiful. They even made me a birthday cake and sang a local version of Happy Birthday!” –Gumboot50
“The staff at the Lodge itself were fantastic and so kind. The food was great (especially for a fussy vegetarian!), as was the comfort and décor in our room on the river’s edge. We were both so very sad to leave, and are still adjusting to life back in the UK over a month later. I’m not sure when we’ll be back, but hopefully it won’t be long.” –hthomsit
“From the moment we arrived we were met with a hot flannel and a nice cool drink. The service stayed this good the whole trip. Our room was beautiful and private with a river view.The food and drink was really nice over the few days especially the African buffet dinner experience with a taste of some traditional food. The game drives were great, we saw 4 of the big 5 just missing out on the elusive leopard. Our ranger Dave was fantastic, very knowledgeable and made great effort to get us the viewings we wanted of the big game. It was our first taste of safari and has made us want to do more in the future.Thank you all at River Lodge for a perfect few days!” –NJefferies
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