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    Kariega Game Reserve - River Lodge

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    R 343 | Between Alexandria and Kenton-on-Sea, Near rural route R72, Kenton-on-Sea 6191, South Africa
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    Nestled on the banks of the Bushman's River, this Lodge is unique in that it connects a Big-5 Kariega Game Reserve to the sea. Our optional daily boat cruises ferry guests through the quaint sea side village of Kenton-on-Sea. Inside the Lodge guests can find a quiet spot in one of the lounges, page through a book in the library, enjoy the pool or take in the view from the magnificent deck which overhangs the river. Twice daily safari drives, guided walks, river fishing, canoeing and river trips are included. Accommodation, all meals and local beverages are also included.
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    Port Elizabeth Airport97 km
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    Reviewed 6 days ago
    An unforgettable experience !!!

    We planned to spend the last four days of our wonderful South African holiday at the Kariega River Lodge. It surpassed all our expectations. Our room (7) was lovely and easily accessible from the main lodge. The quality of service was outstanding. The staff were...More

    Date of stay: October 2018
    Thank 523Gerrie
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Amazing and wonderful do not do the place justice

    Where do we start, everything about our honeymoon at Kareiga was simply amazing and one of the best holidays we've had. We had a rocky start where our flight out was canceled (not Kariega)'s fault but when we arrived a day later they swept away...More

    Date of stay: October 2018
    1  Thank SilverHummingBird4
    Reviewed 22 October 2018
    amazing place to make memories

    We had a bit of difficulty finding it, but once we did...wow... the lodges are very quirky, with plenty of tea and coffee facilities in the rooms. The area you all eat in is fine, food could have been a little better but was fine,...More

    Date of stay: October 2018
    Thank 31sian
    Reviewed 4 October 2018
    What an experience!!!

    The main lodge is fantastic, a big comfortable seating area with a roaring fire going in the evening - we were there mid September so it still got really cold in the evening so the fire was very welcome. The bar and restaurant were really...More

    Date of stay: September 2018
    Thank Holiday-Sid
    Reviewed 19 September 2018
    One for the ages..

    Thank you for such an amazing holiday. Our guide Nick was just the perfect ranger..Informative, easy going, had a keen eye for animals, and was fun to hang around with. Your whole staff treated us like kings. Special thanks to the gentlemen who ran the...More

    Date of stay: September 2018
    Thank 179Tom
    Response from Bronwen d, Manager at Kariega Game Reserve - River LodgeResponded 24 September 2018

    So glad you had a great safari and stay with us. We've passed on your thanks to the team. Thank you so much. Kind regards from Kariega.

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    18 September 2017|
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    Response from Bronwen d | Property representative |
    Hello. Yes, our Main Lodge welcomes families with children of all ages. The Homestead lodge can be booked by families with children of any age as sole-use accommodation. All other lodges offer accommodation to children 11... More
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    Response from Elisa R | Reviewed this property |
    hi, Sian! we didn't have problems with mosquitos in Kariega river! I'm sure you will enjoy a lot!
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    Response from Bronwen d | Property representative |
    Hi Meridian, Apologies about the late reply. Please check information and costs on the Kariega website. I can't post the link here as links are not permitted by TripAdvisor but if you search Google for Kariega health spa... More
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    "Wrap up warm, take jumpers AND jeans as you get cold on the drives. You'll take LOTS of pictures."
    SilverHummingBird4
    3 weeks ago
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    "Room 7 Zebra Lodge overlooking the river - enormous room!!"
    Holiday-Sid
    04 Oct 2018
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    "Rooms are like individual, detached lodges."
    Doveshack1
    24 Aug 2018
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    "I can only say that room 7 was amazing. Rooms further away from the main lodge were provided with a golf..."
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    02 Apr 2018
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    PRICE RANGE
    US$714 - US$1 007 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    ALSO KNOWN AS
    river hotel kenton-on-seariver hotel kariega game reserve
    LOCATION
    South AfricaEastern CapeGreater AddoKenton-on-Sea
    NUMBER OF ROOMS
    10
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