Settlers Drift is a unique 5-star tented experience in a remote area of the pristine Kariega Game Reserve; a photographer's paradise!
Children 11 years and older are permitted at the lodge.
Upon request, a 3rd person can be accommodated in a suite (extra bed)
11 to 16 years (as 3rd person sharing) – 50% of above per person sharing rate
17 years and over (as 3rd person sharing) – above per person sharing rate
Children (11 years and over) in own suite – pay full adult rate
Children 16 years and older are permitted on guided bush walks.
The luxury lodge consists of 9 spacious tented suites, approximately 110sqm in size, with each offering magnificent views of the Bushman's River from the secluded viewing decks. Each suite boasts an opulent bedroom with king-size bed (twin or double) and living area with a wood burning stove, full bathroom with double vanity, indoor/outdoor shower, air-conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities and a mini bar.
The lodge facilities include a restaurant, bar, wine cellar, spacious decks, pool, boma, curio shop, library and spa treatments.
Activities offered at the lodge include morning and afternoon game drives, river cruises, guided bush walks, fishing, and canoeing.
Kariega Game Reserve is the perfect setting for exciting safari holidays, with abundant game and spectacular viewing. Apart from lion and elephant, the game reserve is home to the other three members of the Big 5 - rhino, buffalo, and leopard. Other species abound such as hippo, hyena, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, eland, kudu, waterbuck and a variety of other antelope, as well as a myriad of bird species including the nesting crowned eagle, martial and fish eagles.
On safari drives, you will explore many different habitats highlighting five different ecosystems - valley bushveld, savannah grasslands, fynbos, riverine forests, and acacia woodland. The awe-inspiring African landscape will captivate your senses and the trees, grasses, and plants of the Eastern Cape will divulge their secrets.
Includes: All meals, drinks, twice daily game drives, river cruises
October 14, 2024
great website and Staff
great website Keith Chideme was extremely helpful and answered all my quickly and professionally
October 14, 2024
Safari
Keith was most pleasant and helpful. Planning a Safari can be overwhelming, Keith was insightful and patient. We look forward to sharing our experience upon our return from Africa. Thankyou 🐘
October 4, 2024
Keith was so helpful
Keith was so helpful, against many obstacles, he eventually managed to secure me a place on the train from Victoria Falls
Oct 23, 2024
Shann @ Safari.com is fantastic!
We worked with Shann Shaw and she was amazing! As someone who usually books my own travel I was a little bit skeptical at first... But safaris are not like a typical vacation and there are just SO many different options. Shann was incredibly patient in answering all of my questions, and eventually found the perfect safari lodge for me and my family. I really don't think I could have done it without her help. Highly recommend working with her!
Oct 23, 2024
Service was excellent
Service was excellent, and I was sent a reminder when the balance was due.
Oct 23, 2024
Booking with Leigh-Ann Croeser
Thank you for this fantastic booking experience. Leigh-Ann Croeser did everything to let my wishes become reality. I wasn’t an easy customer, but he never let me feel that. She answered very fast to all my questions and helped me with everything so that we have the most of our trip. Thank you very much for organizing our dream Safari. I can only recommend it.
Oct 23, 2024
Sara
Sara, bent over backwards to give us what we wanted as we changed our minds more than once
Oct 23, 2024
Very Responsive and Patient w/ Our Needs!
Anja has been great in making our travel reservations! She is very quick and responsive (at all hours, I'm not sure when she sleeps)! We went back and forth on 39 emails. Yes, 39 emails for a couple of weeks. She made several different itineraries in ranging prices, types of accommodations, and locations. She was patient through the whole process and provided so much information. We finally decided on our perfect trip!
Oct 21, 2024
Friendliness
Friendliness, quick response to my request and understanding of my needs It was only a pleasure dealing with Tanya Lomas.
Oct 21, 2024
Excellent, fast, helpful service
The service from Leigh-Ann has been exceptional. No matter the difference in time zone, her responses and suggestions are always fast and helpful. When we’ve asked for changes to the itinerary, there has never been a problem. Highly recommended.
Oct 18, 2024
Cannot recommend enough
Cannot recommend enough! Contacted at 6pm night before and Dorothy was helpful friendly and managed to book a safari trip with transport for 6 people! She was contactable on the day too and very very helpful!
Oct 17, 2024
Aquilia Safari trip
Re: Safari from Cape Town to Aquilia. Fadiel was very helpful and organised our trip for us. We were picked up by Joe, who was our driver for the day. Joe is born and raised in Cape Town. He was prompt and was very friendly and informative. There was a good choice of food at Aquilia and had choices for my husband too who is Coeliac.