Directions to Kariega Game Reserve, Eastern Cape

Situated on South Africa’s malaria-free Garden Route, Kariega Game Reserve spans across 12,000 hectares of pristine Eastern Cape wilderness and is home to the famous Big 5 as well as a multitude of African wildlife including hippo, giraffe and zebra. The reserve is also a paradise for birdlife, including resident and migrant birds.

Kariega Game Reserve is located in the scenic 1820 Settler Country, making it an ideal destination for travellers seeking a luxury safari lodge experience in the Eastern Cape. The reserve is just an 80-minute drive from Port Elizabeth, while the coastal village of Kenton-on-Sea is only 10 minutes away. The historic town of Grahamstown (Makhanda) can also be reached in approximately 30 minutes, making Kariega easily accessible for local and international visitors.

As one of South Africa's premier safari lodges, Kariega Game Reserve offers unforgettable wildlife encounters, personalised service and spectacular scenery across rolling plains, dramatic river valleys and lush bushveld. Guests can enjoy twice-daily Big 5 game drives with experienced rangers, guided bush walks, river cruises, canoeing, fishing and a range of other safari activities. Spa treatments are also available at selected safari lodges for those seeking relaxation after a day in the bush.

Kariega Game Lodge is a family-owned and operated private game reserve, giving it a warm and welcoming atmosphere. There are five superb safari lodges - Settlers Drift in Kariega Game Reserve, River Lodge, Ukhozi Lodge, Main Lodge and The Homestead

GPS Co-Ordinates of the Reserve Gates

Directions

Main Reception - Main Lodge, Ukhozi Lodge & The Homestead

Travel the N2 from Cape Town along the Garden Route towards Grahamstown, and choose one of two alternative routes:

Route 1:
The coastal route on the R72, via Alexandria to Kenton-on-Sea, where you turn inland and proceed 14 km on the R343.

Route 2:
Proceed on the N2 towards Grahamstown for about 110km and turn right before reaching Grahamstown onto the tarred road (R343)to Kenton-on-Sea for a distance of 32km.

River Lodge Entrance

Travel from Port Elizabeth along the N2 towards Grahamstown for approximately 50 km and then take the Port Alfred turnoff, where you will then travel along the R72 towards Kenton-on-Sea and Port Alfred. The turnoff to River Lodge is signposted and is exactly 15 km beyond Alexandria.

Settlers Drift Entrance & Arrival Procedures

Travel from Port Elizabeth along the N2 towards Grahamstown for approximately 50 km and then take the Port Alfred turnoff, where you will then travel along the R72 towards Kenton-on-Sea and Port Alfred. The turnoff to Settlers Drift is signposted and is exactly 10 km beyond Alexandria.

Boat transfer
A boat transfer to Settlers Drift departs daily from the jetty at 13h30 (weather dependant) – therefore for guests to be able to enjoy this transfer, they must arrive at the gate by approx. 13h00.

Instructions for guests in time for the boat transfer
Once you have arrived at the Settlers Drift turnoff please proceed as follows:

• Proceed on a gravel road through an electric gate (push button for intercom communication with the lodge) for approx. 2,8 kms to the Kariega Game Reserve and Settlers Drift entrance gate.
• You will be met by a gate guard and given directions to the jetty and carports.
• At the jetty you will be met by one of the Settlers Drift game rangers, who will then transfer you to the lodge by boat, which will take approx. 30 minutes.

Instructions for guests who are late for the boat transfer
Once you have arrived at the Settlers Drift turnoff please proceed as follows:

• Proceed on a gravel road through an electric gate (push button for intercom communication with the lodge) for approx. 2,8 kms to the Kariega Game Reserve and Settlers Drift entrance gate.
• You will be met by a gate guard and given directions to proceed for another approx. 6.5 kms to the lodge.

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