Quatermain's 1920's Safari Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

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About this property

Offering an intimate Big 5 safari experience, Quatermain's 1920's Safari Camp features a boma bonfire and BBQ facilities. It is located in the Amakhala Game Reserve. The colonial-style tents come with a private patio and outdoor seating. They also have military campaign-style furniture and rustic bathrooms equipped modern facilities. All meals and beverages are provided by Quatermain's Safari Camp in the communal boma bonfire area. Also available are Big 5 safaris, guided bush walks and bird watching. Addo Elephant Park is situated 50 km away and Grahamstown is 47 km away. The camp is a 45-minute drive from Port Elizabeth, and 1 hour’s drive from Port Elizabeth Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

FREE private parking!

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2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Tamara
Australia Australia
“Everything! Attention to detail is top notch, it’s intimate, cozy, authentic. It’s a real experience. Would gladly go back.”
Elke
Germany Germany
“We loved every bit of the experience. The game walk was one of the best and most interesting experiences we've ever had, highly recommend. All staff was extremely friendly and we felt very spoiled. The tent has everything and more than we needed...”
Rita
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is such an amazing place with passionate and delightful people looking after you throughout your stay. A very special place. We stayed for three nights and took up the option of a walking trek and overnight stay in a cave/ overhang shelter on...”
Rachel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful tent, well looked after and staff were amazing. Guides are knowledgeable and eat with you in the evening”
Anka
Slovenia Slovenia
“Exceptional experience and superb staff! Only 6 guests in the whole camp and on the game drives. Sleeping in the bush can be a bit unnerving for safari beginners :-)”
Geraldine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Can’t tell you in a few words how special this place is. If you want a real bush experience led by fantastic staff, this one is for you!”
Cowan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was comfortable and had all the amenities you would want but was homely and fitted in with bush life. The addition of the hot tub was a lovely luxury.”
Jacqui
South Africa South Africa
“The hosts sent lots of valuable information before our arrival.”
Sue
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything about Quartermains was fantastic. The location, the guides the food the experience were all amazing. We had a real sense of being close to nature.”
Bettina
Switzerland Switzerland
“An unique experience, we enoyed every second of this trip. Thank you so much Riam, Johan and Dave😊”

Managed by Riaan and Julie Brand

Company review score: 9.4Based on 9,954 reviews from 19 properties
19 managed properties

Company information

Your host Riaan is a FGASA Level 3 guide and has been working in the bush for 20 years. He is passionate about birding and is specialising as a bird guide, he also hold a Professional Trails Guide and Tracker Level 2 qualification. Julie Brand is a FGASA Level 2 guide who has been working in the bush for 16 years. She is currently busy raising two busy 'bush boys'. She also runs the reservations office for the camp.

Property information

Our mission is to offer our guests a safari with a difference. Our emphasis is on personal attention and wildlife viewing, whilst offering an affordable and rustic, yet comfortable "back to nature experience."

Neighbourhood information

We feel very blessed to be part of the stunning Amakhala Game Reserve. Amakhala is a "Big 5" reserve that is renowned for its truly unique topography and wildlife.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 13:00 to 14:00
Check-out
Until 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note compulsory conservation and park fees are applicable and excluded from the rates. Please contact the property in advance, prior to arrival for these charges.