Closest Airport
Cape Town International Airport
Overview
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Botlierskop Game Reserve, a 6,000-hectare wilderness sanctuary nestled along South Africa’s stunning Garden Route. This family-owned, privately operated, and malaria-free reserve offers an authentic and unforgettable South African safari experience. Encounter a wide variety of free-roaming wildlife, including lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, cheetah, giraffe, zebra, hippo, wildebeest, and more.
Tented Lodge
Experience the magic of Botlierskop Private Game Reserve at the Tented Lodge - an intimate riverside retreat where elegant comfort blends seamlessly with untamed wilderness. Each tented suite offers plush bedding, deep soaking tubs, and expansive private decks with panoramic views of the Outeniqua Mountains and surrounding plains.
Wake to birdsong and the distant call of wildlife before embarking on guided safaris and bush walks in search of elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and cheetahs. Dine beneath the stars at the Fireplace Restaurant, unwind at the Fijnebos Spa, or soak in breathtaking scenery from heated and cold-water pools.
Every stay supports Botlierskop’s long-standing conservation mission, protecting endangered species for future generations. Romantic, serene, and unforgettable, the Tented Lodge is your gateway to Africa’s wild heart!
FACILITIES
- Fijnebos spa with heated pool
- 24h Gym
- Swimming pools
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Fireplace Restaurant: Indoor and outdoor dining area
- Fully licensed bar & lounges
- Curio shop
About Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Set along South Africa’s famed Garden Route between Mossel Bay and George in the Western Cape, Botlierskop Private Game Reserve spans over 6,000 hectares of malaria-free wilderness, framed by the Outeniqua Mountains and lush river valleys. This diverse landscape of rolling plains, fynbos-covered hills, and meandering rivers provides a spectacular backdrop for year-round safari adventures.
Home to more than 26 species of wildlife, including four of the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as giraffe, cheetah, hippo, and a wide variety of antelope, the reserve offers exceptional game-viewing opportunities. Birdlife is equally abundant, with over 200 recorded species.
Guests enjoy traversing the reserve on expertly guided game drives, bush walks, or horseback safaris, exploring a range of habitats from open grasslands to riverine forests. With no public access, sightings feel intimate and unhurried, allowing for a truly immersive and exclusive wildlife experience.
Reserve
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NameGarden Route, Western Cape
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Size4,200 hectares
Children
6+ welcome
