Kariega Game Reserve – Main Lodge 

Family-friendly safaris

A relaxed and friendly lodge ideal for families or groups.

Kariega Main Lodge sits at the heart of the malaria-free Kariega Game Reserve in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. A popular extension to the Garden Route, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a safari experience. Children of all ages are welcome at Main Lodge and each day there is a host of activities to keep all members of the family entertained.

Twice-daily game drives go in search of the Big Five, whilst river cruises and bush walks bring you closer to the prolific bird life of this region. There is a children’s programme, with educational interpretive walks to identify animal tracks, plants and insects. Beyond the safari experience, the golden beaches of Kenton-on-Sea are just a short drive away.\

Why we love Kariega Game Reserve – Main Lodge

  • Children love the nature-based activities and can work towards receiving their Junior Ranger Certificate

  • It's a great place to stay if you are self-driving as each of the log cabins has its own parking space

  • For a change of scenery, Kenton-on-Sea is a great beach destination and just a 10-minute drive from the lodge

  • When you are not on safari you can use the gym, take a dip in the pool or relax in the Wellness Centre

4 stars
Kariega Main Lodge is situated within the 11,500-hectare Kariega Game Reserve
It's just a 10-minute drive from Kenton-on Sea and 1-hour 40-minute drive from Port Elizabeth Airport
Suitable for children

Facilities

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Board
  • Spas & wellness
  • Activities
  • Sustainability
  • Families

Buffet meals are served in the restaurant or outdoors under the stars in the boma.

Whats Included

All meals • Twice daily game drives and a range of other activities

For those seeking some pampering between the many game activities, there is a wellness centre. A gym and swimming pool are available for those feeling a little more energetic.

Game drives, walking safaris and river safaris are just some of the many activities available here. Children have their own dedicated range of activities on the Kids on Safari programme.

Lodge Package • Buffet style breakfast, lunch and dinner • Conservation levy • 2 shared game drives per day • River cruises and guided bush walks • Canoeing • Wi-Fi in communal areas

Through the Kariega Foundation, this family-owned lodge prides itself on its conservation and community projects. To preserve this area and its wildlife for future generations, a levy per guest per night supports many local enterprises and an anti-poaching unit.

From 11.00am to 2.00pm the children’s centre is open where the ‘kiddies coordinator’ arranges a host of activities for the younger members of the family. There's a guided trail within the lodge grounds where children can learn about the plant and insect life of the reserve. They can take plaster casts of animal tracks and, after a fun test, they will receive a Junior Ranger certificate.

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