Woodbury Tented Camp

The Amakhala Game Reserve is a 8,500 hectare malaria-free game reserve situated just an hour from Port Elizabeth. A safari experience here will include twice daily game drives in the company of a professional ranger in search of the Big 5 of the African bush - lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and the elusive leopard. Over 16 antelope species are also here, alongside giraffe, wildebeest, zebra and cheetah.

As part of one game drive during your stay you can also enjoy a relaxing river cruise down the Bushmans River (subject to river levels). Guided walks with one of the qualified rangers are also offered (additional cost and on request).

Woodbury Tented Camp is set in the heart of the reserve and the tranquil surroundings of the open bushveld allow you to truly experience a quiet getaway. Camp life is centred around the thatch-and-canvas dining and lounge area with its expansive deck overlooking the Woodbury plains. A wide variety of game species such as zebra, giraffe, buffalo and elephant can often be seen from the deck, while the haunting cry of fish eagles echoes across the valley. There is a pool for relaxing by in between game drives.

Guests can also enjoy a range of relaxing treatments by qualified beauty therapists, trained to pamper and soothe their clients - on request, guests can be taken over to the nearby Bush Lodge to enjoy their treatment.

Ten tents are on raised bases with private decks, providing seclusion and intimacy with the bush. Each canvas safari tent has an en-suite basin, shower and a separate private toilet. Four of the tents have breathtaking views looking out onto the reserve and the other tents are nestled amongst the trees.

Families are also able to enjoy the African bush together as there are 2 family tents hidden amongst the trees. These units comprise of 2 adjoining tents linked by a private wooden deck, enabling parents to enjoy some privacy while knowing the children are not far away.

Rates Include

All meals; all local beverages (excluding premium drinks); the Amakhala Conservation/Community Levy; and 2 shared game drives per day are included.

Children Policy

Children aged 6 years and over are welcome. Rates available on request.

Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

Guided bush walks are offered between breakfast and lunch time at an additional cost. Walks need to be requested in advance in order to have a ranger available. Children must be 6 years and older to join a bush walk. The final decision on whether a guest can join a guided bush walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.

All of the holidays we prepare are tailor-made, but this might give you an idea of how Woodbury Tented Camp can be included in you own dream holiday.

Classic Escape to the Cape

12 nights

3 Star Accommodation

Periwinkle Lodge

The Garden Route

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Woodbury Tented Camp

Amakhala Game Reserve

De Zeekoe Guest Farm

The Klein Karoo

La Fontaine

The Cape Winelands

Destination: South Africa.

12 night itinerary including Garden Route, Cape Town, Amakhala Game Reserve, Klein Karoo and Cape Winelands.

Price Per Person From GBP 1,468USD 1,835ZAR 32,665EUR 1,762

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Directions For Drivers

From Port Elizabeth/Knysna: Follow the N2 towards Port Elizabeth. About 75 km after Port Elizabeth on the N2 to Grahamstown you will cross the Bushman’s River. Just after the bridge you will see the road sign for Woodbury Lodge. On your right hand side is a terracotta coloured wall with a thatched roof.

Once you have entered the Reserve follow signs to Woodbury Tented Camp, keeping right when the road forks. Turn right at the entrance to the Conservation Centre and follow the tracks to the camp.

From Addo: Take the R342 towards Paterson. Just as you enter Paterson, turn right onto the N10 towards Nanaga. Continue until you reach the N2. Turn left onto the N2 towards Grahamstown. You will cross the Bushman’s River. Just after the bridge you will see the road sign for Woodbury Lodge. On your right hand side is a terracotta coloured wall with a thatched roof.

Once you have entered the Reserve follow the signs to Woodbury Tented Camp, keeping right when the road forks. Turn right at the entrance to the Conservation Centre and follow the tracks to the camp.

General Information For Guests

Accommodation consists of large comfortable en-suite tents all on raised bases, each with their own private patios. The tents also have electricity.  Each tent has a fan, a safe, a hair dryer, and tea/coffee making facilities.

The main camp area has a communal swimming pool, a curio shop, indoor and outdoor dining areas, and a bar. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the lounge/bar area.

Tents are cleaned twice daily while guests are out on game drives, to avoid any disruption during your stay. The housekeeping staff are always available to assist guests wherever necessary.

Fresh bottled water is provided in the lounge area with water bottles on your bed upon arrival.

Game drives are conducted in open 4x4 vehicles on Amakhala Game Reserve by friendly and professional guides who are passionate about the African bush. Morning drives depart in time for the African sunrise and mid-way through the drive your guide will find a good spot for a break and you will be welcome to disembark the vehicle and enjoy home-made biscuits and tea or coffee. Afternoon drives depart mid-afternoon and go into the early evening, including a stop for sundowners to stretch your legs and sample South African snacks such as biltong, while sipping on a drink of your choice.

Other activities that you can enjoy during your stay at Woodbury Tented Camp include boat trips (subject to river levels), night drives, and guided walks. All are available on request and are an additional cost.

A laundry service is available at an additional cost.

American Express, MasterCard, Visa and Diners credit cards are accepted.

Your rate includes a Conservation/Community Levy which will primarily fund the anti-poaching units and a dedicated rhino monitoring programme to preserve and protect the rhinos of Amakhala Game Reserve. In addition, a percentage of the Levy will also go to support their award-winning Conservation Education Programme, which enables local school children to visit the Amakhala Conservation Centre to learn about wildlife conservation and sustainability for future generations.

Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

Guided bush walks are offered between breakfast and lunch time at an additional cost. Walks need to be requested in advance in order to have a ranger available. Children must be 6 years and older to join a bush walk. The final decision on whether a guest can join a guided bush walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.

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