Lodge
Kariega Ukhozi Lodge
About the lodge
An overview of Kariega Ukhozi Lodge.
Ukhozi Lodge is a superior four-star graded lodge located in the 10 000 hectare malaria-free Kariega Private Game Reserve. The reserve which is only a one hour drive from Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, teems with wildlife including the famous Big Five, ensuring an unforgettable safari experience.
Highlights
- Located in Kariega Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa
- Experiences: Game drives, river cruises, canoeing, fishing, and guided bush walks
The Detail
Ukhozi Lodge boasts ten well-appointed Luxury Suites uniquely crafted from log. Each suite features a king-size bed or twin beds, an en-suite bathroom with a shower and bathtub, air-conditioning, a minibar, an in-room safe, tea and coffee-making facilities, a hairdryer, and a private deck with a plunge pool.
The lodge's facilities include a unique African-style lounge, a spacious dining area, an outdoor boma, and a swimming pool.
Activities at the lodge include early morning and afternoon/evening open-vehicle game drives led by professional guides, river cruises, canoeing, fishing, and guided bush walks offering up-close encounters with the fauna, flora, and smaller wondrous creatures of the African bush.
Kariega Game Reserve is a wildlife sanctuary home to an abundance of animals, including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, leopards, hippos, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, elands, kudus, waterbucks, and a variety of other antelope, as well as a myriad of bird species like the nesting crowned eagle, martial eagle, and fish eagle. You will explore various habitats that highlight five different ecosystems: valley bushveld, savannah grasslands, fynbos, riverine forests, and acacia woodland.
Ukhozi Lodge is ideal for solo explorers, couples, and families seeking a luxury safari getaway.
Price Includes
Includes: All meals, drinks, twice-daily game drives, and river cruises.
Excludes: Conservation and community levy of R150 per adult paying guest per night.
The same as booking direct
Rates and pricing.
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows Kariega Ukhozi Lodge personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.
Rates shown are per person sharing, per night, in ZAR. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 19 Aug 2027
1 May 2026 โ 31 Jul 2026
Full Board - All meals, selected beverages and activities
1 Aug 2026 โ 31 Aug 2026
Full Board - All meals, selected beverages and activities
1 Sept 2026 โ 19 Dec 2026
Full Board - All meals, selected beverages and activities
Exclusive offer
Already reflected in the rates above.
The reduced rates shown in the table apply for the periods listed. Here is what is running and why.
Stay & Pay
For minimum 3 night stays: Receive 15% off | Valid from 1 May - 31 July 2026
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Plan Your Dream Safari.
From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
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