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African Safari Lodge

3.5 star property
Nature lovers escape to this riverside retreat for canoeing, mountain biking, and evening BBQs under starlit skies.

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African Safari Lodge sits by the river, offering a tranquil garden and terrace with serene views. Guests can enjoy the daily manager's reception, fish in the river, or explore by canoe or mountain bike. After adventures, the lobby fireplace and WiFi provide welcome comforts.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • River view
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Makhanda, African Safari Lodge is on a river. Settlers Garden 1820 and 1820 Settlers National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve and Lalibela Game Reserve. Albany Natural Science Museum and Observatory Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives. Visit our Makhanda travel guide
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Medbury Farm, R343, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139

About this property

African Safari Lodge

Lodge by the river
Consider a stay at African Safari Lodge and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy canoeing, mountain biking, and fishing at this lodge. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and a front-desk safe
  • A TV in the lobby and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Wardrobes/closets and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 per person
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Mountain biking
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Deposit is payable by EFT and is due at the time of booking the reservation.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 per person
  • Firewood fee: ZAR 50 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 4280112576
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

African Safari Lodge Grahamstown
African Safari Grahamstown
African Safari Lodge Lodge
African Safari Lodge Makhanda
African Safari Lodge Lodge Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Is African Safari Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at African Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at African Safari Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is African Safari Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is in the same region as African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve, Settlers Garden 1820, and 1820 Settlers National Monument. Regional attractions also include Rhodes University and South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity.

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Reviews

African Safari Lodge Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, fantastic view down the river with a deer on our patio 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Izak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The scenery and wildlife was really welcome to relax after a busy day driving and seeing clients.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Die haben tolle Zimmer Hund einen sehr schönen Blick auf den Stausee des Kariga. Eine Safari lohnt sich auf alle Fälle
Blick auf die Lodge
Auf Safari
Auf Safari
An der Lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026