Bukela Game Lodge at Amakhala Game Reserve is a hidden oasis tucked away into indigenous trees and bushes at the top of a hidden. valley offering. Bukela Game Lodge is a 5 star scheduled safari destination in the Eastern Cape and offers guests an intimate experience with a romantic flare boasting private candlelit dinners and boma dinners under African stars. The stylish main lodge features an open deck with stunning views, swimming pool and relaxation area. Thatched suites are connected to the main lodge by wooden walkways and are the perfect place to unwind and overlook the magic of the reserve that lies beyond.

The Amakhala Game Reserve is a malaria-free, private game reserve spanning over 8500 hectares of African landscape in the Eastern Cape. The family-run game reserve houses a variety of lodges and is known for its magnificent fauna, breath-taking views, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. With preservation of the natural environment and conservation of wildlife high on their priority list, Amakhala’s game rangers are experts in their field and incredibly passionate about providing quality safari experiences to all guests. Their knowledge and enthusiasm for nature shine through as they guide, educate, and entertain you through Big 5 territory. Besides lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo, you will also see an abundance of other wildlife such as giraffe, cheetah, zebra, wildebeest, and various antelope species. The reserve hosts five of South Africa’s eight biomes making it ideal for a diverse selection of wildlife and indigenous flora. The Bushman’s River runs through the reserve attracting a bright variety of remarkable bird species. At Amakhala Bukela Game Lodge, you can enjoy cruises along the Bushman’s River on a boat safari, viewing birds and wildlife from the water.