Sibuya Game Reserve and Lodge
About this property
A 9-km boat ride along the Kariega River provides the only access to malaria-free Sibuya Game Reserve, set in the forest. It offers Big Five game drives, river cruises and tented accommodations. With a deck overlooking the river or forest, the spacious tents are in 2 separate camps. Each has luxury bedding, an all-weather roof and an African-themed private bathroom with free-standing bath. Glass doors open onto a wooden deck. The secluded suites are located at the Bush Lodge and are fully en-suite with outside and inside showers and private sun viewing decks. Breakfast is served daily and lunch and dinner can be taken in each camp’s river-view restaurant. The river can be heard on evenings spent around the campfire. Birdwatching, bushwalking and fishing are available, and canoes can be rented. Off-site activities including golf and horseriding on the beach. Free secure parking is provided at Sibuya Game Reserve and Lodge’s check-in location in Kenton-on-Sea. A shuttle can be requested from Port Elizabeth Airport, around a 2-hour drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- 3 restaurants
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Trevail
United Kingdom“Lovely tent/room with log burner and plenty of logs for those chilly nights and mornings. Reece, our guide has phenomenal knowledge of plants, trees and animals. He was great fun and never missed an opportunity to tell us something interesting....” - Gillian United Kingdom“Wonderful game reserve, we have visited before and loved it then. Staff excellent and game drives great”
- Lucy United Kingdom“Fab accommodation and the guides were brilliant. Like coming home!”
- Yvonne
Switzerland“Sibuya is a very special place on earth!! Even the journey by boat is an experience. When we arrived, we were greeted warmly by the whole team, who are incredibly great. Julie is incredibly lovely and humorous. We were spoiled the whole day, we...” - Dearbhail
Ireland“We stayed in River Camp in the most beautiful tents. We adored our time there, the boat journey up the river is a wonderful start. Our game drives were fantastic and Nicolas' passion for his job and his enjoyment of working in nature was...” - Nancy
Netherlands“What a special time we had, we will never forget our days at Sibuya Forest Camp. The dedication and knowledge of the staff, the delicious food, the drinks, the beautiful and special location plus the wealth of wildlife we saw all contributed. Go...” 
Mvuyi Ireland“Loved most of the things about this place. nice place to unwind and appreciate the nature around you; beautiful bushlodge rooms with amazing views, the staff were very friendly, especially our guide, who went all out to make sure we saw all 4 of...”- Liam
South Africa“Beautiful game and the staff were fantastic. Matthew, our guide, was a pleasure to be around. He had plenty of knowledge to share and we really can’t speak highly enough of him - he was a big part of making the stay what it was. Food and general...” - Kerstin
Germany“Das Sibuya Game Reserve liegt wunderschön am Kariega River, das Personal ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit! Die Game Drives waren so wunderschön, unser Guide war eine junge Dame C.J. sie war ausgesprochen sympathisch und sehr kompetent! Sie hat...” - Joachim Germany“Wir haben zwei Tage im Sibuya verbracht. Wir waren 2 x Morgens und 2 x Abends auf Pirschfahrt. Unser Ranger Brian hat das echt super gemacht. Man hatte das Gefühl das Brian die Tiere fühlt und die Tiere Brian. Wir haben in den zwei Tagen alle...”
Area info
Restaurants
- River Camp Restaurant
- CuisineSouth African
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Forest Camp Restaurant
- CuisineSouth African
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Bush Lodge
- CuisineAfrican
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
The address is the check-in address where guests leave their vehicles. A boat transports guests from check-in to the game reserve at selected check-in and check-out times.
All rates include:
- meals
- local beverages
- 2 game drives per person per day
- canoeing
- bush walking
- fishing
Please note, free WiFi is available within the Reception Office.
Please inform Sibuya Game Reserve and Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
