Pumba Private Game Reserve

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.7

Property highlights

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About this property

The 5-star Pumba Private Game Reserve lodge has views from a private wooden deck overlooking Lake Kariega or the African bush. Located 12 mi from Grahamstown, some chalets include a private plunge pool. Pumba Game Reserve includes a swimming pool and a well-equipped gym facility. Guests can also relax at the exclusive spa and wellness center with sauna. All of the air-conditioned chalets have natural wooden or stone features, luxury furnishings and a thatched roof. A fireplace, a four-poster bed and a private bathroom are common in all very spacious interiors. A hearty buffet breakfast is served daily on the terrace and light lunches are available in the afternoon. The à la carte restaurant has gourmet cuisine and a bar/lounge area has an extensive wine selection. The lodge provides many opportunities for viewing the Big 5 and you can also organize a 4WD Safari tour. Port Elizabeth Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Bar

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, American

Free Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Nasser
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
“I loved the generosity of space & great design of rooms.”
Laura
Canada Canada
“Our best stay in South Africa. This is an amazing lodge with wonderful rooms and great staff. Our room was huge and private and the cleaning staff kept the rooms beautiful. Nightly turndown service, great food and restaurant service, wonderful...”
Fiona
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The resort is beautiful, everything has been thought of. Mini bar has beer, soft drinks, wine and sherry Food and drinks in the restaurant were lovely and more than enough food Everyone working there is lovely from Joseph who helped with the...”
Melissa
United States United States
“This was a phenomenal location from start to finish. The accommodations, food and safari were all exceptional!”
Shlomit
Israel Israel
“Amazing place, unbelievable experiences with the most heart warning staff.”
Tomer
Israel Israel
“Everything was perfect. Headman was the most professional safari guide. Very indulging lodge, great food. Amazing rooms and view. Staff are very nice.”
Sharon
Israel Israel
“Wow! the safari trips were absolutely incredible. you can see animals from your room. The room is amazing and the staff are super nice and they will do everything to make sure you are satisfied. Highly recommended!”
Lauren
Canada Canada
“Beautiful property, we overlooked the watering hole and the first thing was saw were hippos wallowing! The food and beverage options were plentiful and delicious. our room was huge, beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Of course, the...”
Mellowman
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic location, great staff , rooms had everything you needed ...Had the best ranger Thomas, so much knowledge and great to spend 6 drives with him”
Diane
Canada Canada
“The rooms, view, food, staff, and of course, why we came, the elephants.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African

Amenities of Pumba Private Game Reserve

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Check-out
From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 6 are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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