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Kichaka Lodge is located within the pristine Lalibela Wildlife Reserve, offers an immersive safari experience in the untamed landscapes of the Eastern Cape. Overlooking a thriving waterhole, guests can witness elephants, hippos, and a wide array of wildlife in their natural habitat. From open-vehicle safaris and guided bush walks to exceptional dining and intimate wildlife encounters, every moment at Lalibela connects visitors to the raw beauty and soul of the African bush.
Lalibela Lodge Experiences
Constructed from natural stone and thatch, Kichaka Lodge harmonizes with the surrounding bush and offers breathtaking waterhole views. Guests enjoy luxurious accommodations, elevated comfort, and a wide range of facilities, including a rim-flow swimming pool, spa, fully equipped gym, cocktail bar, and indoor/outdoor dining options. Open-air boma dinners under the African sky provide an unforgettable culinary experience, while private decks and plunge pools allow for tranquil moments of seclusion.
Lodge Features
Accommodation
Luxury Suites
Each suite is designed for privacy and comfort, featuring a private deck with a heated plunge pool, outdoor shower, and elegant interiors. Large windows frame views of the waterhole and surrounding bush, offering an immersive safari experience from the comfort of your suite.
Activities
Open-Vehicle Safari
Explore Lalibela in an open 4x4 safari vehicle, led by expert rangers who guide you through diverse landscapes in search of extraordinary wildlife. With no fixed routes, each drive promises unique encounters.
Safari Walks
Experience the bush on foot with guided walks, from Big Five excursions to gentler explorations in predator-free areas, offering a closer connection to nature.
Wildlife Experiences
Lalibela is home to an impressive variety of species, including the Big Five, plains game, and abundant birdlife. The waterhole near Kichaka Lodge provides a unique vantage point for observing wildlife in a natural setting.
Wildlife Encounters
Beyond game drives, witness remarkable wildlife moments around the lodge—from elephants passing nearby to lions calling at night—creating unforgettable, immersive experiences.
Dining
Savor locally inspired cuisine in stunning settings, from relaxed indoor and outdoor meals to lantern-lit boma dinners under the stars. Every meal at Lalibela celebrates fresh ingredients, rich flavors, and authentic hospitality, creating an unforgettable culinary experience.
Time is luxury. We streamline your choices for the perfect safari.
✅ Free travel insurance before 31 Dec 2025
✅ An expert will reach out to you within 24 hours
✅ SAFARI.COM voted Africa's Leading Safari Company in the World Travel Awards 2024 + 2025
✅ Same price as booking direct, with expert care included
✅ With you before, during and after your safari
✅ We handle it all. Flights, transfers, lodging & activities

November 25, 2025
Booking was extremely efficient and…
Booking was extremely efficient and well organized. This company is very good helping to organize within you budget. highly recommend
September 20, 2025
Fast, clear great price
Fast, clear very good price.
September 9, 2025
Denise was very helpful with planning…
Denise was very helpful with planning our lodge/ safari experience. She helped me find a price that worked for me and an amazing lodge. She was very prompt and great to work with!
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