Garden Route Safari Camp

As a family of 2 teenagers 2 adults and a pensioner we stayed here 3rd to 6th August 2024. It is the most amazing family run Rewilding Reserve, we stayed in a luxurious loft apartment over looking a hippo lake! We went on 3 different game drive and a even a safari walk seeing hippos, lions, zebra, giraffes, ostrich and so many other animals. The Guides were so knowledgeable and we learnt so much about the animals. The vehicles used were very comfortable and well equipped with wet weather ponchos and even hot water bottles on early morning drive. The attention to detail was incredible, with welcome gifts, personalized picnics and always a sprig of flowers at each place setting. The food in the restaurant was fantastic and always managed to fill my 2 hungry grandsons. We were sorry to leave and hope to be able to return one day. We wish the family well in their plans for the future. Grandma Jackie

I can’t say enough amazing things about this place!!!!! It’s family run, and it’s incredible. One of the best things we did in South Africa. They are such amazing people, and they actually care about the animals so much. They have an amazing mission and are working on restoring the areas original animal population. We loved Mark, Eunelle, and Stephan. The gin and tonics were also amazing!!!

I was only here to do a game drive but wow was it good. Saw lots of animals, caught all the highlights including close up lion encounter in the videos I uploaded. Mark the tour guide was amazing, fun and knowledgeable. The service was also exceptional and front desk was very nice.

We loved this family-run lodge from the very first minute. The rooms are luxurious, the service staff are very attentive and deserve our gratitude. The food was great! The game drives were beautiful, but you have to be aware that this lodge/reserve is only 5 years young and therefore does not yet have all the big animals. Buffalo and elephants are still missing, hippos are already on their way. The lions are still separate from the rest of the reserve, but they are only a few months away from being added to the rest of the reserve. And still the encounters with all the other animals like the giraffes, all kinds of bocks, tortoises, lions were so magical that I can with no doubt recommend this lodge.

I'm genuinely touched by the enchanting experience at the safari camp in the Garden Route. Every detail was meticulously crafted, the guides displayed an exceptional level of knowledge and competence. The warmth exuded by the management and staff made the stay truly special. Despite its brevity, the encounter with wildlife added a magical touch to the journey. This short but sweet stay was nothing less than impeccable. Wholeheartedly, I would recommend it to anyone seeking an unforgettable experience. ?

Wow, this is experience was unbelievable! We booked last minute and could not be happier that our other plans fell through. You can feel the genuine hospitality, attention to details and how the owners treat the staff like family through the whole experience. The meals, in my opinion, were some of the best I had in South Africa and though they don’t have a huge property the game drive was so fun because the guides took time to tell us details a bigger place would have passed over. They also serve you tea and coffee on the drives. The whole experience was 11/10 and yes, it’s not cheap, but yes, it’s worth it. I did a cheaper one somewhere else and definitely did not have nearly the same experience.

This place deserves 10* at least! Once in a lifetime experience and a must visit. Most definitely the highlight of our trip to SA! None of us - though we all travelled quite a bit - has ever experienced such exceptional hospitality. Accommodation food and wildlife experience were outstanding. The premises are immaculately maintained and spotlessly clean. The - mostly local - food was delicious and the drinks were always cold. The entire team make it their quest to leave none of their guests wishes unfulfilled. Even though we experienced quite some rain they managed to give us such marvelous safari experiences, that in the end we even concluded the rain might have made the entire stay even more special. There’s nothing quite as beautiful as a giraffe dancing in the rain! What REALLY sets this place apart though, is the warm-heartedness, kindness and intelligence of our hosts. Staying here felt like visiting friends instead of staying in a hotel. Deep conversations and whole-hearted laughs by the campfire, learning about the local flora and fauna while being on safari and maneuvering the mudfloods (due to the aforementioned rain) was as unique as it gets. Leaving this place felt like leaving a second home and all of us shed a little (or not so little) tear. To Stephan and Unelle (our hosts): You guys are one of the loveliest couples we’ve ever met and such great persons, that words can barely describe it. Meeting you felt like meeting old friends while making new friends at the same time. All the best in the world for you. Definitely not the last time we visited! See you very soon :) Kindest regards Barbara, Fritz and Max

This was our first safari and it did not disappoint! Everything from the hospitality, the food, the accommodation, the guides, the drives, was just perfect. We felt welcomed and looked after by the lovely staff from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. This was the highlight of our South Africa trip. Also special thanks to Josh, our guide, who was absolutely fantastic and made our stay even more special. We hope to be back one day!