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A dramatic close up of a beautiful leopard’s eyes and nose in the Eastern Cape Game Reserves, South Africa

Eastern Cape Game Reserves Safaris


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South Africa’s Eastern Cape safari holidays offer a diverse and accessible safari experience.

The region’s renowned private game reserves are celebrated for excellent Big 5 sightings and their malaria-free reserves, making them especially popular with families and first-time safari-goers. Easily reached from Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape safaris also combine perfectly with a journey along the Garden Route.

Track remarkable wildlife across beautiful landscapes with the guidance of experienced ranger, before returning to the comfort of your lodge or luxury tented camp to unwind and take in the surrounding wilderness. From intimate private reserves to luxurious safari lodges, Eastern Cape safari holidays provide the ideal balance of adventure, comfort and accessibility – perfect for travellers seeking a more relaxed safari experience.

Trailfinders offers a wide range of Eastern Cape safari holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore South Africa on a fly drive holiday, aboard the iconic luxury Rovos Rail, a sociable guided group tour, or are looking for advice on how to combine South Africa with a beach destination – they are the perfect people to ask.
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WHERE TO GO ON SAFARI IN THE EASTERN CAPE

Each game reserve and national park in South Africa’s Eastern Cape boasts its own attractions and unique reasons to visit.

Explore the tiles below the Eastern Cape safari map for more details on each area. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
Shamwari Private Game Reserve
Shamwari Private Game Reserve
Award-winning Shamwari offers guests the opportunity for close encounters with big game and a glimpse into the world of successful, ethical conservation – guests can spot cheetah, hyenas and hippos, as well as diverse African flora and fauna.
Amakhala Game Reserve
Amakhala Game Reserve
One of the youngest game reserves in the Eastern Cape - guests are likely to spot lions, elephants and buffaloes, plus cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and plenty of antelope species.
Kariega Game Reserve
Kariega Game Reserve
Stretching across untouched wilderness, Kariega offers breathtaking vistas as well as opportunities to track magnificent big game – guests ay spot wildebeests, elands, zebras, giraffes, hippos and even hyenas.
Pumba Game Reserve
Pumba Game Reserve
Home a variety of wildlife including numerous predators, Pumba boasts glorious bushland, and the rare opportunity to spot magnificent white lions.
Addo Elephant National Park
Addo Elephant National Park
Established in 1931, government maintained Addo spans over 400,00 acres and is home to one of the world’s densest elephant populations.
Sibuya Game Reserve
Sibuya Game Reserve
Only accessible by boat, Sibuya is one of the most unique reserves in the Eastern Cape – home to an abundance of diverse wildlife including over 400 species of bird, guests can also expect to see turtles and dolphins at the river mouth on their journey into the reserve.
Lalibela Game Reserve
Lalibela Game Reserve
Deeply committed to protection and restoration, including a wide range of biodiverse flora and fauna, Lalibela boats 5 ecosystems within its borders.
Kuzuko Private Game Reserve
Kuzuko Private Game Reserve
The only private game reserve within Addo Elephant National Park, Kuzuko boasts an intimate setting to spot incredible wildlife - with its herd of elephants and pride of lions the undoubtable stars of the show.

OUR RECOMMENDED SAFARI CAMPS & LODGES IN THE EASTERN CAPE

We feature a great range of safari camps and lodges in the Eastern Cape, with something to suit all budgets.

What you won’t find here are thousands of safari camps and lodges to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Amakhala Hlosi Game Lodge
4 star

Eastern Cape Game Reserves

Set on a hillside above the Bushman’s River plain, relaxed and friendly Hlosi Game Lodge boasts panoramic views over the Eastern Cape.
Kuzuko Lodge
4 star

Eastern Cape Game Reserves

Situated high atop a hill in a private nature reserve of the Greater Addo area, friendly Kuzuko Lodge enjoys glorious valley views.
Pumba Water Lodge
4 plus star

Eastern Cape Game Reserves

Striking the perfect balance between a thrilling safari experience and a relaxing retreat is the idyllic Pumba Water Lodge.
Gorah Elephant Camp
5 star

Eastern Cape Game Reserves

Immaculately restored to its 19th century splendour, the luxurious Gorah Elephant Camp recalls the golden era of safari, coupled with an elegance associated with Africa's finest game lodges.
Kariega Main Lodge
3 plus star

Eastern Cape Game Reserves

Boasting spectacular views over the Kariega River valley, Main Lodge provides a gorgeous setting for an unforgettable safari experience.
Shamwari Eagles Crag
5 star

Eastern Cape Game Reserves

Famed for its dramatic rocky setting opposite a rugged cliff face where eagles soar, Shamwari’s flagship lodge, Eagles Crag, offers a luxurious and sophisticated safari experience.

OUR SAFARI HOLIDAYS TO THE EASTERN CAPE

Nobody offers more ways to explore the Eastern Cape than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some our most popular Eastern Cape safari holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays in the destination.
Classic Garden Route & Safari
Fly Drive Holiday
18 days / 17 nights

From iconic Table Mountain to the coastal Garden Route and on to the plains of the Eastern Cape game reserves, discover South Africa’s most popular fly drive route.

Guide Price: €3,779 £3,099 pp

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Romantic South Africa & Mauritius
Multi Centre Holiday
20 days / 19 nights

One of our most popular holidays for couples and honeymooners, this scenic route offers the perfect marriage of incredible food with world-class wines, romantic hotels with wonderful service and fascinating sights coupled with plenty of relaxing activities – a match made in heaven!

Guide Price: €5,279 £4,429 pp

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Unique & Boutique Garden Route & Safari
Fly Drive Holiday
20 days / 19 nights

Bringing together some of the region’s most charming, intimate and distinctive hotels and lodges, this fabulous itinerary combines the scenic Garden Route with the best of South Africa’s renowned hospitality.

Guide Price: €6,099 £5,099 pp

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Luxury Cape Town & Eastern Cape Safari
Multi Centre Holiday
11 days / 10 nights

Explore the historic past of Cape Town before discovering the incredible wildlife at Addo Elephant National Park on a safari.

Guide Price: €4,999 £4,149 pp

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Uncover The Essence of South Africa
Guided Small Group Journey
13 days / 12 nights

Journey along the famous garden route, enjoy wine tasting in the Franschhoek, and keep your eyes peeled for the Big 5 on safari in the Eastern Cape.

Guide Price: €6,499 £5,395 pp

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Grand Tour of Africa
Multi Centre Holiday
50 days / 49 nights

Experience the very best of this spectacular continent on an all-encompassing grand tour of Africa.

Guide Price: €19,479 £16,449 pp

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