Pumba Private Game Reserve
Pumba Private Game Reserve offers 5-star accommodation with options for private plunge pools, a spa, and gourmet dining, along with Big Five safari opportunities.
Discover exceptional service at Pumba Private Game Reserve, a 5-star lodge positioned 20 km from Grahamstown. Accommodations feature private wooden decks that offer views of either Lake Kariega or the African bush, with some chalets also including a private plunge pool.
Guests can enjoy the lodge's swimming pool, a well-equipped gym, and an exclusive spa and wellness center complete with a sauna. Each air-conditioned chalet blends natural wood or stone elements with luxury furnishings and a traditional thatched roof. All spacious interiors are appointed with a fireplace, a four-poster bed, and a private bathroom.
A buffet breakfast is served daily on the terrace, and light lunches are available in the afternoon. The à la carte restaurant provides gourmet dining, complemented by a bar and lounge area offering an extensive wine selection.
Pumba Private Game Reserve presents numerous opportunities for observing the Big Five, and 4WD safari tours can be arranged for guests. Port Elizabeth Airport is located a 1.5-hour drive away. This location is particularly favored by couples, who have rated it 9.8 for two-person stays.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Outdoor swimming pool Free!
- Open all year
- Pool with view
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
Guest reviews· 9.6/10 (340)
Guests consistently rave about their "exceptional" and "magical" stays at Pumba Private Game Reserve, frequently describing their experiences as "superb from start to finish." A central theme across reviews is the "amazing safari experience," with many highlighting the "amazing game" and "stunning scenery."
The hotel's facilities and staff receive high praise. Reviews mention the "excellent" staff, beautiful rooms, and "tasty food," with special diet menus available upon request. The accommodations feature modern comforts like single-room air conditioning and hardwood or parquet floors. For relaxation, guests appreciate the outdoor swimming pool and the spa and wellness center.
Overall, Pumba Private Game Reserve is highly recommended for its memorable safari opportunities, attentive service, and well-maintained facilities, creating many positive memories for its visitors.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 9.7
- Staff
- 9.7
- Location
- 9.8
- Comfort
- 9.7
- Value for money
- 9.1
- Wi-Fi
- 9.9
- Breakfast
- 10.0
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Room service
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Exceptional breakfast