Unfenced Big 5 Game Lodge
Where Elephants and Buffalo Move Freely Through Camp
Luxury in the Heart of the Wild
Where Nature Meets 5-Star Comfort
Home To The Big 5
Remarkable Wildlife Encounters in a Malaria-Free Area
Luxury Safari Tents
Modern Amenities Ensuring Ultimate Comfort in the Wild

Five Star Safari Stay

Big 5 | Malaria Free Destination

Bukela Game Lodge offers all-inclusive, luxury 5-star accommodation on a malaria free private game reserve in the Eastern Cape. The lodge is situated in rolling hills approximately 95 kilometers from Gqeberha, providing a tranquil escape and an authentic big 5 safari experience.

Accommodation comprises two Luxury King Suites, two Luxury King or Twin Suites, and 10 Luxury Safari Tents, accommodating up to 28 guests in total. The Luxury King Suites are furnished with a king-size bed that can be converted into two single beds and feature an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, spa bath, toilet, and washbasin. The Luxury King or Twin Suites contain a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a bath, shower, toilet, and washbasin, and are separated from the main lodge by wooden walkways.

In-room facilities include air-conditioning, underfloor heating, a fireplace, a bar fridge, a private wooden deck, and an outdoor shower. The Luxury Safari Tents are furnished with a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath, toilet, and washbasin. These tents also feature air-conditioning, electric blankets, a minibar, a wood-burning fireplace, an open-plan lounge, and a viewing deck.

Two daily game drives are included in the rates at Bukela Game Lodge, 1 in the morning and 1 in the afternoon.

The reserve is home to abundant wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, black and white rhinos, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo, roaming freely over a 7,500-hectare malaria-free conservancy. On-site facilities include game drives to view the Big Five, guided walks, bird watching, and game viewing.

Exquisite Accommodation

Luxury Safari Tent

Our Luxury Safari Tents combine modern comfort with nature, offering stunning views and all-inclusive experiences.

Luxury King Suite

Our thatched suites offer luxury with bush views, indoor and outdoor showers, air-con, a fireplace, and all-inclusive...

Luxury King/Twin Suite

Our luxury king/twin suites feature king-size or twin beds, en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, a fireplace, and all...

Unforgettable Experiences

Night Drives
Night Drives

Level up your safari experience by adding a night drive to your trip. Your dedicated, professional game ranger will take you out on the open air cruiser at approximately 21h00 to experience a different dimension of the bush and to view exciting nocturnal wildlife that you may never see in the daylight hours. Take home precious memories of a mesmerising star studded sky against the uniquely African lullaby of nightjars and owls.

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The Bukela Spa

Invigorating massages, calming scrubs and soothing facials allow for total relaxation during your stay with us. All products used are by the Healing Earth company, a premium African spa brand that believes in using organic and indigenous ingredients wherever possible. All are free from parabens, synthetic fragrances, preservatives, colourants, petro chemicals and DEA, as well as being environmentally and animal friendly. 

Advance bookings are essential. 

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The Bukela Spa
Eco Friendly
Conservation

For over 25 years, Amakhala has spearheaded impressive conservation successes, restoring fragile ecosystems, protecting endangered species and fostering sustainable tourism.

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Night Driving
Activities

From star gazing to spa treatments, archery to night drives and guided bush walks, there are a number of extra activities that one can enjoy during their stay at our lodge. 

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Big 5
Unfenced and Untamed

Experience nature up close at our unfenced camp. Exceptionally private and surrounded by untouched wilderness, Bukela's open ecosystem lets game move freely in their natural habitat. 

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"Bukela Game Lodge was an incredible experience! The lodge is beautiful, and the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome. I loved the morning game drives and seeing wildlife up close. The food was delicious, and I really appreciated the attention to detail in everything. If you're looking for a place to relax and enjoy nature, Bukela is the perfect spot!"

Sarah Johnson

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Central Reservations

Tel:

+27 21 424 1530

Email:

reservations@lionroars.com

Bukela

Tel:

+27 42 235 1253

Email:

bukela@lionroars.com

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Bukela