Thembi - Meaning Hope in isiXhosa

Kariega Game Reserve is happy to announce that Thandi’s rhino calf has been named Thembi, meaning hope in isiXhosa.

The announcement was made at a small function on the reserve three years on from the brutal...

Eastern Cape Elephant Encounters

Thank you to Kariega guest Steve Henrys for sharing this video of his recent encounters with elephants Kariega. It is a thrilling experience to be so close to these enormous creatures in their natural environment....

Five interesting facts about the spotted genet.

Beach trips are on offer for all River Lodge guests as part of their safari experience, Kariega is one of only a few Big 5 reserves in Africa where this is an option.

Valentine’s Day is a special day to celebrate love. It reminds us of how much we love hosting honeymoon couples at Kariega. Popular options for honeymooners are the spacious suites with private plunge pools at Ukhozi Lodge, the peaceful thatched riverside suites at River Lodge and the uber-romantic privacy of the tented suites at Settlers Drift.

We are delighted to share a few images of Thandi's one month old calf!

Nothing says African Safari more clearly than the evocative call of the African fish eagle. These majestic birds can be seen perched in the treetops along the banks of both the Kariega and Bushman’s rivers in Kariega Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape.

We are thrilled to share our latest pictures of our five star lodge. We have included comments that a recent guest posted on TripAdvisor. “The scenery and game viewing at Kariega Game Reserve simply exceed any other game reserve I've ever visited in South Africa."

Kariega ranger Jone Fick shares information about some of the birds you are likely to see at Kariega during the summer months.