Name: Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve
Address: Amakhala Big Five Game Reserve, 6139 Amakhala Game Reserve, South Africa, Amakhala Big Five Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, 6139, South Africa
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $294 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.5

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Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve

Amakhala Big Five Game Reserve, 6139 Amakhala Game Reserve, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

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Located in the heart of the Amakhala Game Reserve, Woodbury Tented Camp offers an authentic outdoor experience in safari tents. The camp overlooks the ancient floodplain of the Bushmans River. The en suite canvas tents have a patio and offer views of the valley. Each has a built-in shower, hot running water and electricity. All meals and drinks are included in the rates at Woodbury. Guests can relax in the thatched entertainment area, which is located in the center of the camp or sit by the camp fire. Activities at Woodbury Tented Camp include game and bird viewing in the Amakhala Game Reserve. 2 game drives per night are also included within the rates. Grahamstown is 28 mi away from the camp and Port Elizabeth Airport is 50 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type

Number of guests

Tent

1 king bed

2 twin beds

Family Tent

2 twin beds

and

1 king bed

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.8

Facilities

9.4

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Value for money

9.2

Location

9.7

Free WiFi

8.2

See what guests loved the most:

Michelle
Canada
“Didn't know what to expect from this Game Reserve, but was over the moon to find a real gem of a place. Wonderful, friendly staff, delicious food, best rangers, going out of their way to find you every animal that you request. Special shout out...”
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Ellen
Hong Kong
“That it was a conservation and there was space for animals and research.”
Catherine
United States of America
“Gorgeous tented camp set in a lush area, lovely main building with excellent meals served by friendly, attentive staff, tents set off individually for privacy, each with a sweeping view of the preserve. Our guide, Lenny, was very experienced and...”
Blanca
United States of America
“Amazing game drives Beautiful and clean facilities”
Rick
Netherlands
“Amazing safari experience, knowledgeable guides and super service.”
Nancy
United States of America
“this is an exceptional place to stay, the tented camp entirely comfortable, private, each tent with a deck and spectacular view, electric mattress pads for the chilly nights, hot shower, everything we needed and more.”
Alaina
United States of America
“Beautiful property with exceptional staff. We had outstanding service from the moment we arrived. The tent was very comfortable and exactly what we were looking for. The wait staff were attentive and quick to offer anything we could want. Our...”
Caroline
United Kingdom
“Shared accommodation lovely. 2 pools, meals all together as a group. Standard of food great Jesse - Safari guide was excellent, very informative and great with the kids (9yrs & 14yrs) Tents roomy and beds and room tidied and vents in tent changed...”
Jonatan
Switzerland
“We absolutely loved everything about this camp. Perfectly located, great pool, we felt like being on Safari at a friends house. Rob (the ranger) did an amazing job with two amazing game drives, we saw a lot of animals and had great fun. Even the...”
Sabine
Germany
“Our safari was great and we saw lots of animals. Greg was a great guide. We felt very comfortable with you and everything was fine. Best regards from Kim, Leon and Sabine”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.3Based on 8,788 reviews from 19 properties

19 managed properties

Property info

Woodbury Tented Camp is an intimate, three-star bush camp located on the spectacular Amakhala Game Reserve and run by the Gush family, who have lived on the land for five generations. Many of our staff have grown up in the area and take pride in ensuring that your African safari experience is a memorable one. Tucked into a secluded hillside thicket overlooking the ancient floodplain of the Bushman's River, Woodbury Tented Camp is one of the hidden jewels of the Eastern Cape. Ten comfortable en-suite tents on raised bases, each with its own private deck, allow guests to enjoy a rare intimacy with nature. Each tent has hot running water, the option of king-size or twin beds and electric blankets for those cosy evenings. Also in the portfolio are two family tents which connect via a balcony, allowing families to enjoy the African bush together. Twice daily game drives with one of our friendly and professional guides offer the chance for exciting Big Five game viewing and unforgettable sundowners in the bush. Camp life is centred around the thatch-and-canvas dining and lounge area, with its expansive deck overlooking the Woodbury plain.

Neighborhood info

Grahamstown This 1820 Settler city is only 30 minutes’ drive from Woodbury Lodge. Grahamstown is situated in Frontier Country and maintains its small-town Victorian charm. Beautifully restored and preserved historical buildings line the streets and it is here that you will find the 1820 Settlers Monument erected to commemorate contributions made by the British settlers who settled in the area. Port Alfred & Kenton-on-Sea Port Alfred and Kenton-on-Sea are the heart of the sunshine coast. This scenic coastal town with beautiful beaches makes Port Alfred a popular holiday destination both nationally and internationally. Port Elizabeth Port Elizabeth is just an hour’s drive from Woodbury Lodge, overlooking Algoa Bay and is known as the “Friendly City”. Addo Elephant Park Now the third largest national park in South Africa, Addo Elephant National Park has expanded to conserve a wide range of biodiversity, landscapes, fauna and flora, just 50Km away

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurant
- Ambience
  Family-friendly
- Dietary options
  Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

House rules

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Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 6 are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 6 and up are allowed)

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The rate includes all meals and drinks and 2 game drives per night stay.

Please note that children under the age of 6 cannot be accommodated at Woodbury Tented Camp.

Please note compulsory conservation and park fees are applicable and excluded from the rates. Please contact the property in advance, prior to arrival for these charges.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve 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.

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 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.

Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
Yes, Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve is popular with guests booking family stays.
Check-in at Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Swimming pool
- Horseback riding
The prices at Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve is 3.1 miles from the center of Amakhala Game Reserve. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.