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    Lalibela Game Reserve

    Lalibela Game Reserve, a malaria-free sanctuary in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, spans 10,500 hectares and is teeming with diverse flora and fauna. It offers an extraordinary opportunity to observe the Big Five, along with a myriad of other wildlife in their natural habitats. Known for its abundant lion population and numerous plains animals that sustain the predators, Lalibela’s ecosystem features expansive plains, dense thickets, and meandering waterways, making it a captivating destination for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.

    Guests can choose from five stylish lodges and one manor house, each providing high-standard accommodations with sweeping views over the reserve and nearby waterholes. Lalibela is renowned for its world-class hospitality, delectable cuisine, and a plethora of wildlife activities.

    The highlight of any stay at Lalibela is the game drives in open 4×4 safari vehicles. Led by experienced guides, these drives occur in the early mornings and late afternoons, offering guests a chance to witness African wildlife up close. Additionally, guided bush walks provide an intimate connection with the reserve’s smaller wonders, such as tracking animal prints and identifying native flora, catering to a wide range of interests.

    Game Drives:

    • Game drives take place twice a day in the early mornings and afternoons for a duration of 3-4 hours.
    • Game drives are led by an experienced guide.
    • Night drives and guided bush walk are permitted.
    • 10-seater vehicles.

    Wildlife:

    • Lalibela is a Big-5 reserve and is home to the lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.
    • Particularly known for its high density of free-roaming lions, which are particularly supported by the high numbers of plains game.
    • Other wildlife include giraffe, hippo, cheetah, hyena, zebra, impala, wildebeest, red hartebeest, blesbuck, a variety of antelope species and more.
    • A large bird colony is found in the reserve.
    • Leopard sightings are rare in any eastern cape game reserve.

    Activities & Facilities:

    • Game drives
    • Guided bushwalks
    • Stargazing
    • Birdwatching
    • Swimming Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Open-air African Boma
    • Spa & gym
    • Viewing terrace
    • Bar & lounge
    • Gift shop
    • Kids Club

    Highlights:

    • 10 500 hectares in size.
    • Five safari lodges and one manor house offers adult only and family friendly accommodation options.
    • The predominance of grassland savannah on the reserve supports a higher density of game than any other reserve in the Eastern Cape.
    • Big 5 reserve, particularly known for its high density of free-roaming lions, which are particularly supported by the high numbers of plains game.
    • Waterhole views.
    • Exciting Big-5 game drives with close up sightings.

    Getting there:

    • The closest commercial airport is Port Elizabeth (PLZ).
    • Lalibela Game Reserve is a 80 minute drive from Port Elizabeth.
    • Flight time from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: 1 hour 10 minutes
    • Flight time from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: 1 hour 35 minutes

    Location:

    Located in the Eastern Cape, along South Africa’s east coast.

    Inclusions & Exclusions:

    • Included: 2 x Game drives per day, guided bushwalks, all meals, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages.
    • Excluded: Premium branded drinks, conservation levies, airport transfers, and anything of personal nature.

    Child Policy:

    •  welcome children from 6 years.
    • Children 4 – 11 years pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing or in their own room.
    • Children 0 – 3 years stay free of charge when sharing a room with their parents.

    Rates:

    • The updated rates are displayed for each room category below.
    • Rates are charged per person, per night.
    • Single supplement of 50% applicable.
    • Rates displayed are valid until 10 January 2025.

    Seasons:

    • Peak season: 20 December – 10 January
    • High season: 01 January – 30 April & 01 September – 19 December
    • Low season: 01 May – 31 August

    Lalibela Lodges

    Lalibela Kichaka Lodge

    Lalibela Game Reserve | Eastern Cape

    +16 Years

    Now R 9,500 per person per night

    Best-price guarantee

    Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…

    Lalibela Inzolo Lodge

    Lalibela Game Reserve | Eastern Cape

    +12 years

    Now R 7,600 per person per night

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    Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…

    Lalibela Tree Top Safari Lodge

    Lalibela Game Reserve | Eastern Cape

    All ages

    Now R 7,600 per person per night

    Best-price guarantee

    Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…

    Lalibela Lentaba Lodge

    Lalibela Game Reserve | Eastern Cape

    +12 Years

    Now R 7,300 per person per night

    Best-price guarantee

    Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…

    Lalibela Mills Manor

    Lalibela Game Reserve | Eastern Cape

    +2 Years

    Now R 8,500 per person per night

    Best-price guarantee

    Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…

    Lalibela Mark's Camp

    Lalibela Game Reserve | Eastern Cape

    All ages

    Now R 7,500 per person per night

    Best-price guarantee

    Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…

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    Lalibela Travel

    By Road

    Lalibela Game Reserve is a 80 minutes drive from Port Elizabeth.

     

    Flying

    Flights from all major centres in South Africa to Port Elizabeth airport (PLZ).

     

    Flight Duration

    • Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: 1 hour 10 minutes
    • Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: 1 hour 35 minutes
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