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About this place
Situated in the Amakhala Game Reserve, Bukela Game Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, a bar, and panoramic views of the African bush. The air-conditioned suites include African-style decor, a fireplace, and a private deck with outdoor seating. They also come with an outdoor shower. Bukela Lodge offers all-inclusive dining, and guests can enjoy drinks at the onsite bar. The lodge also offers wildlife viewing opportunities, and two game drives per day are included in the rates. The Addo Elephant Park is located 34.2 miles away, and Grahamstown is 37.3 miles away. Port Elizabeth Airport in Forest Hill is 55.9 miles away.
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Daily housekeeping
Garden
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First aid kit
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3 rooms, sleeps 2 to 2
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October 2026
November 2026
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Where you'll sleep
Each room sleeps 2
King · 2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
Four thatched suites combining African simplicity with luxury. Each suite accommodates 2 guests with complete privacy and seclusion, accessed via wooden walkways through indigenous bush. Features large en-suite bathrooms with bush views, indoor and outdoor showers, air conditioning, private wooden deck, fully-stocked bar fridge, hot drink amenities, and indoor fireplace. All-inclusive.
King or Twin · 2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
Flexible suites offering the choice of a king-size bed or two twin beds, ideal for couples or friends. Each private chalet is connected by wooden walkways and features en-suite bathrooms with bush views, indoor and outdoor showers, air conditioning, private wooden deck, bar fridge, hot drink amenities, and fireplace. All-inclusive rates include meals, selected house beverages, and two game drives nightly.
King · 2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
An unforgettable safari experience combining adventure with modern luxury. Each spacious tent features an en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, electric blankets, minibar, and indoor fireplace. The open-plan lounge opens onto a wraparound deck with panoramic valley views where you can spot elephants, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, and zebras. All-inclusive rates cover accommodation, meals, selected beverages, and two nightly game drives.
Nature
What lives at Bukela Game Lodge
15 animals and 23 birds recorded here or nearby.
Rhino are part of the Big Five here. To protect them, no page, map or search shows where they are.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
About Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Game Reserve is a malaria-free Big Five reserve in the Eastern Cape, offering accessible safari experiences just an hour from Port Elizabeth. This private conservancy combines five historic settler farms, providing diverse habitats for elephants, lions, rhinos, and abundant plains game. Amakhala offers family-friendly safaris with excellent guides and authentic Eastern Cape hospitality.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bukela Game Lodge located?
Bukela Game Lodge is in Amakhala Game Reserve, Addo, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The map on this page shows the area.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bukela Game Lodge?
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 11:00. Contact the host directly if you need to arrange early check-in or late check-out.
How many guests can Bukela Game Lodge accommodate?
King Suite sleeps 2, King Twin Suite sleeps 2 and Safari Tent sleeps 2.
What causes does a booking at Bukela Game Lodge support?
A portion of every booking at Bukela Game Lodge contributes to Endangered Wildlife Trust. See the property's causes section for how the funds are used.
How do I book Bukela Game Lodge?
Select your dates on the Bukela Game Lodge property page and submit a booking request. The host confirms availability, then you pay securely through Spekboom to complete the reservation.
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Book on Spekboom. Request to book. You are not charged until the host accepts.
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