Kariega Game Reserve Location

Eastern Cape, Garden Route, South Africa

Kariega is situated 141km (approximately 80 minutes drive) from Port Elizabeth and 10 minutes from the beaches of Kenton-on-Sea.

Travel along the N2 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 Salem and Kenton-on-Sea for a distance of 32km.


Unique attractions place this malaria free Game Reserve in a class of its own. Sanctuary to abundant wildlife such as Giraffe, Zebra, Eland, Wildebeest, Waterbuck and various Antelope, as well as a myriad of bird species, including nesting Martial, Crowned and Fish Eagles, this 1900 hectare private game reserve is a must for those seeking the retreat and the thrill of the "great outdoors".

Property Type: Game Lodge
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Located in pristine surroundings, the tranquility and splendor of Kariega Game Reserve, in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, is beyond doubt awesome.

Set high above the spectacular Kariega River Valley, you cannot get closer to nature than in this wondrous African wilderness, in the heart of the 1820 Settler Country, with its rich historical heritage. The golden beaches of Kenton-on-Sea are less than 15 minutes away.
Only 80 minutes east of Port Elizabeth, a visit to Kariega Game Reserve should be considered a natural extension of your trip along South Africa's famous 'Garden Route', between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth.

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Game drives and river cruises with experienced guides;  numerous trails and walks among the game for you to enjoy at your leisure are just some of the options to ensure a memorable stay.
Only 80 minutes east of Port Elizabeth, a visit to Kariega Game Reserve should be considered a natural extension of your trip along South Africa's famous 'Garden Route', between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth.
Set high above the spectacular Kariega River Valley, you cannot get closer to nature than in this wondrous African wilderness, in the heart of the 1820 Settler Country, with its rich historical heritage. The golden beaches of Kenton-on-Sea are less than 15 minutes away.

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A nature and game lover's paradise, situated in malaria free Eastern Cape, Kariega is the natural extension of a trip from Cape Town, along the Garden Route to Port Elizabeth
26 spacious and luxuriously appointed 1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroomed en suite, log constructed lodges, offer privacy, spectacular views and intimate contact with nature.
River Cruises or canoe trails through a bird sanctuary in the upper reaches of the Kariega River